BRS Announces Save 214!

SOUTH ST. PAUL, Minn.--(Business Wire)--
Ballistic Recovery Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets: BRSI), a
manufacturer of whole-aircraft emergency parachute systems, announced
today that it was notified of an aircraft accident in Germany on
Monday, August 25th, 2008 where its parachute recovery system saved
the life of its pilot. The pilot of an FK14 Polaris light aircraft,
losing aerodynamic control of his aircraft upon encountering severe
weather near the city of Cologne, Germany and, realizing he was in a
deteriorating situation, elected to deploy his installed BRS emergency
parachute system. The pilot subsequently landed in a grove of trees
and walked away with only a sight scratch to his face. "Once again, I
am extremely proud of the BRS team whose concerted efforts made such a
difference to this pilot and his family", said BRS CEO, Larry
Williams. "We are indeed privileged to work for a company that has
designed, manufactured, and sold such a product which has saved so
many lives through the years!" he added. This incident marks the 214th
documented life saved by the patented BRS parachute system.

About Ballistic Recovery Systems and Advanced Tactical Fabrication

Based in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, BRS designs, manufactures,
and distributes whole-aircraft emergency parachute systems for general
aviation and recreational aircraft. ATF (or Advanced Tactical
Fabrication), a wholly-owned subsidiary of BRS, is a leader in the
safety apparel and "cut & sew" industry. Ballistic Recovery Systems is
a publicly traded company (BRSI.PK). Since 1981, BRS has delivered
more than 29,000 parachute systems to aircraft owners worldwide,
including over 3,500 systems on FAA-certificated aircraft such as the
Cirrus Design SR20 and SR22 manufactured in Duluth, Minnesota. To
date, BRS parachute recovery systems have been credited with saving
the lives of 214 pilots and passengers

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These
statements are often, but not always, made through the use of words
such as "anticipates," "expects," "plans," "believes," "intends," and
other similar words or phrases. These statements are only predictions,
and are based on current information and expectations. Such statements
involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including market
fluctuations, pricing, procurement, manufacturing efficiencies,
operating risks, and other risks that could cause the actual results
to differ materially from those projected. For more information,
review the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, particularly the Company's annual report on Form 10-KSB.
All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this
cautionary statement, and BRS undertakes no obligation to revise or
update this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the
date hereof.

Ballistic Recovery Systems, Inc.
Gary D. Moore, 651-457-7491
gmoore@brsparachutes.com
or
Larry E. Williams, 651-457-7491
lwilliams@brsparachutes.com
Fax: 651-457-8651

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