Essentials™ Overwate Aviator Survival Vest™
| | Doug Ritter Essentials™ Overwate Aviator Survival Vest™ |
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| I build Doug Ritter Aviator Survival Vests like my life depended upon it... |
| ...because your life might.™ |
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| Doug Ritter Essentials™ Overwater Aviator Survival Vests Top: Helicopter Crew Vest Bottom: Modular Aircrew Vest Both shown with an Optional 406 MHz PLB |
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of each Doug Ritter Essentials™ Overwater Aviator Survival Vest™ goes to support the non-profit Equipped To Survive Foundation.
Based on either Switlik's Helicopter Crew Vest or Modular Aircrew Vest (your choice), Doug Ritter has outfitted the vest with the essential survival gear you should have with you for overwater flights. These FAA TSO C13d approved life vests provide reliable lifesaving performance with storage pockets for distress signaling and survival gear and they are reasonably comfortable to wear in the cockpit. With either of these vests and the included water survival gear you will be much better prepared for your next overwater flight. NOTE: The Modular Aircrew Vest is now available in either Black, as shown, or the same Blue as the Helicopter Crew Vest.
Both vest designs incorporate Dual Manual CO2 Inflation with oral inflation back-up and Dual Independent Buoyancy Cells for redundancy and safety. The vest provides 38 pounds of buoyancy, in excess of minimum FAA and U.S. Coast Guard requirements. The short length and mesh back provide added comfort while flying. Each storage pocket is equipped with stainless steel tether rings and all survival gear is tethered to vest with braided nylon line to prevent loss. Stainless steel spring clips allow for ready removal or to change around components as desired.
The Modular Aircrew Vest is priced with two standard storage pockets and a PLB pocket, but additional optional MOLLE compatible pouches and pockets are available for added capacity or specialty equipment (Contact Doug Ritter for availability and pricing). All attach to the Modular Aircrew Vest using the PALS webbing on the vest.
A 6 foot (1.8 m) 550 lb. test Buddy Line with a lightweight clip on the end is provided to keep survivors together. An FAA TSO C85 approved Locator Light illuminates automatically upon water immersion. Each come with a fully illustrated Instruction Manual covering the vest and the survival gear included.
Sizing NOTES:
Price based on Helicopter Crew Vest: $999 plus S&H (Sizing: fits most (S to L) and XL)
Price based on Modular Aircrew Vest: $1099 plus S&H (Sizing: up to 50" - expansion panels $50)
Options:
Upgrade to Greatland Laser Green Laser Flare from standard Red Rescue Laser Light - provides 50% or more greater range and more noticeable flash: $160
If you do not have a PLB or your PLB is an older generation, heavier and larger PLB, we can supply a McMurdo Fast Find Model 210 406 MHz GPS Personal Locator Beacon: $250 (click for details)
Additional Pockets, Pouches and other options for Modular Aircrew Vest - Contact Doug Ritter for availability and pricing
Please allow 5-6 weeks for shipment. Doug Ritter reserves the right to substitute, add or withdraw components at his discretion.
Click here to place your order for a Doug Ritter Overwater Essentials™ Aviator Survival Vest™
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| A portion of the proceeds from the sale of Doug Ritter Gear supports the non-profit Equipped To Survive Foundation. |
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First Published on: October 31, 2010
Revision: 01 April 21, 2011
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A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the Doug Ritter Essentials™ Aviator Survival Vest™ supports the Equipped To Survive Foundation. 
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