Methods, systems, and computer program products for an automatic activation device for deploying a parachute are disclosed. The methods and systems include protecting the device from damage from a liquid and may include a filter configured to allow airflow to pass through the filter into the housing, while preventing passage of liquid through the filter into the housing. The methods, systems, and computer program products also include operating the automatic activation device for deploying a parachute and may include storing maintenance information in a memory of a processing unit that is related to a status of the device for deploying the parachute. The maintenance information may displayed to a user. The methods, systems, and computer program products may also include customizing an automatic activation device for deploying a parachute.