Military
Aircrew Clothing
Life Preservers1997 saw MEL produce its first Fast-Jet Aircrew Life preservers for the Royal Air Force. |
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MK31 in normal operation |
Sleeveless MK30 |
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Renowned for the ability to use difficult manufacturing techniques, MEL not only produced the Mk 30 and Mk31 Life Preservers on time, but also gained Qualification for the product at the first attempt. Although now still in production, the equipment has been superseded by later marques. The equipment contains a self-inflating stole to be used in the event of aircrew ditching, as well as a collection of approved survival aids.
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The LEWIS Crew Preserver for Helicopter and General Aviation Users. |
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The Lewis Range of crew preservers is built to the highest international standards. Its low profile and comfortable fit make it a favourite with Aircrew. |
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The garment has the facility to store a STASS (Short term air supply system) unit, and has pockets for mini flares, strobes, first aid, location dyes, and PLBs. These garments are made of Nomex fabric, the most effective flame-retardant material currently available. The garment is fitted with a TSO approved twin-cell, manually inflatable, life jacket. |
| Lewis CP Crew Preserver with Stass unit |
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