Egress Lighting
HELICOPTER EMERGENCY EGRESS LIGHTING SYSTEM (HEELS)
This lighting system provides immediate exit/escape hatch illumination. This specifically designed system, which complies with MIL-L-85676(AS), functions only in emergency situations and is particularly effective in turbid water, smoke and dust filled areas. The system is operational even when immersed to a depth of 50 feet (15 meters).
- Automatically activates upon ditching to illuminate exits
- Water sensor, crash sensor or rotor rpm activation
- Capable of operating to a depth of 50 feet of water for a period of 10 minutes
- Flight qualified and in-service
- Easy installation
- Simple to maintain/service
- Independent operation for each hatch
- Compatible with night vision goggles
- 130° viewing angle