Life Support Systems
Abstract
This program element provides for recapitalization, continuing research and development, and integration of aircrew flight equipment/airmen combat effectiveness equipment and subsystems to satisfy operational command requirements for improved/enhanced airmen performance capabilities. Aircrew flight equipment/airmen combat effectiveness systems consist of human-centered programs that enable weapons systems to use more of their full mission envelopes, maximize combat capabilities, and protect airmen. This includes, but is not limited to, the following projects: directed energy protective equipment, flight helmets and visors, oxygen breathing equipment for aviators, radios and locator beacons support equipment, nuclear flash blindness protection, night vision devices, noise reduction devices, anti-g suits, flame resistant/retardant and blast protective gear, aircraft seating, impact protection, flotation devices, and personnel parachutes. Program management support includes tasks to assess deficiencies of currently fielded equipment, evaluate and demonstrate feasibility of new technologies, provide for the transition of new technologies to development programs/projects, conduct business case analyses, assess suitability of commercially available items, and support all current aircrew flight equipment/airmen combat effectiveness programs. Life Support Systems program is in RDT&E, AF; Budget Activity 5 - Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) because it supports development, testing and evaluation of materials and equipment for aircrew/airmen protection systems and subsystems for airmen operations, escape and descent, and survival and recovery.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- 65412A_0604706F_5_3600_PB_2011
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