Have you ever wondered what would happen to a parachute if it was hit by a flare? Probably not. But Craig Sawseer didn't just let that shower-thought circle to drain. He decided to test it. Parachutes are almost all woven from nylon, which is typically pretty flame-retarded. However, when faced with the intense heat of a flare, the thin nylon fibers quickly ignite and then vaporize in mere seconds, leaving nothing but the thicker cords behind. I doubt any of you would try this yourself, but if you do, at least be sure to pack a backup shoot.