Combat paragliders were originally developed for use by Rebel SpecForces. These unusual conveyances have been substantially modified from their civilian form in a number of ways. Sensor-baffling reflec body panels absorb many low-powered sensors, giving off only a slight return (ineffect making the paraglider appear to be substantially smaller than it actually is). Careless sensor operators often mistake a combat paraglider for birds or other such innocuous avian creature.
In addition, combat paragliders have a number of mounting brackets for equipment storage, even of modestly heavy items. The repulsorlift package has also been augmented to help lift heavier equipment and improve the vehicle's stability and handling. In general, the paraglider can caryy up to 80 kilograms of equipment in addition to the pilot.
The combat paraglider also possesses a pull-down display visor that is deployed directly in front of the pilot's face. This display gives easy access to night vision, terrain following and directional modules.
Finally, each paraglider is equipped with a low-powered transponder that allows the pilot to locate other similarly-equipped paragliders in the immediate vicinity (for operations in darkness or other low-visibility conditions). | 
