New CAP1034 Approved Survival Suit, Life Vest and CA-EBS Ensemble for Helidecks in Hostile Sea Areas
TRENTON, N.J. (PRWEB) July 19, 2018 -- Switlik is proud to announce the availability of the newly British Civil Aviation Authority-approved, CAP1034 compliant life vest, anti-exposure dry suit and compressed air emergency breathing system.
The new X-Back MOLLE+ life vest complies with ETSO-2C504, and features the same low profile, ergonomic fit of the widely popular X-Back MOLLE, but incorporates specific design features to comply with ETSO 2C504 requirements.
• Floating buddy line
• TSO approved strobe light
• Detachable spray hood
• Permanently attached leg loop
The new ETSO Pilot and ETSO Passenger suits comply with ETSO 2C503 requirements, and have an upgraded design based on the same U-Zip-It™ Anti-Exposure Dry Suit worn by US Coast Guard Helicopter Crews.
• Unique U-Zip-It™ low slung entry zipper design provides ease of donning, unassisted zipper closure and freedom of movement
• Standard with waterproof, breathable, stretch socks attached to the suit and complete with a neoprene hood and glove kit
• Additional reflective panels for visibility and pockets for storage on the arms and legs
Switlik has collaborated with Capewell Aerial Systems and Aqua Lung America to integrate the SEA LV2 CA-EBS manufactured by Aqua Lung into the Switlik survival ensemble. "This approval allows us the opportunity to expand into new territories. We are very excited to bring the Switlik Signature X-Back and U-Zip-It designs to new users" - Sarah Switlik, VP Sales and Marketing.
Together, the ensemble is approved under ETSO 2C502 and CAP1034 for use in helicopter operations to and from helidecks located in hostile sea areas.
Established in 1920, SWITLIK has been owned and operated by the Switlik family for four generations and is known worldwide as a manufacturer of the highest quality sewn and heat-sealed inflatable safety and survival products for the aviation, marine, and military markets.
Sarah Switlik, Switlik Survival Products, http://www.switlik.com, +1 6095873300, [email protected]
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