If aircrew members are unconscious or injured, they cannot manually disconnect their parachutes. The parachute will act as a sail and drag the aircrew member across the water. The aircrew may become entangled in the shroud lines. The parachute will fill with water and become a sea anchor, pulling the crew member under. Water activated parachute releases save lives.
- Qualified U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy.
- Activates within 2 seconds when immersed in sea water.
- Activates only when immersed in sea water and will not operate when exposed to other external stimuli including rain, humidity, salt fog, etc.
- Single universal system reduces logistical costs.
- Device quickly and easily installs in-line with parachute riser assembly.
- Built-In-Test (BIT) eliminates the need for additional test equipment.
- Installed service life of 6 years and shelf total life of 9 years.