CSU-17/P PPB & G
Vests ( USAF /USN )
Aeromiltec CSU-17/P is a
U.S. Air Force PP & G Vest is garment worn by fighter aircraft pilots to
counteract positive chest G forces. It is a wraparound garment with an internal
inflatable bladder which compresses the chest of the wearer during G induced flying
maneuvers.The Anti G Vest consists of a Nomex aramid cloth outer shell which
houses a bladder. The bladder system is constructed of polyurethane coated
nylon and covers the pilot's chest .
The CSU-17/P PP & B
Vest is interfaced with the anti g suit type CSU-20/P orCSU-13B/P to the
pressure system of the aircraft which supplies pressure to the anti g suit.
The system contains five
major components : the Combat Edge Helmet , Oxygen mask , PP & B Vest ,
oxygen manifold & the anti g suit.
Together these help the
pilot efficiently perform up to 9 G positive. The helmet is of the type HGU-55CE which
contains a pressurised bladder. This provides tensioning of the mask MBU-23/P at
the onset of high G manoeuvers during tight combat maneuvers.
The helmet HGU-55CE is a
Kevlar light weight with close fitting shell & a wider frontal
opening for better peripheral vision during high G maneuvers. The Combat Edge
oxygen mask MBU-23/P gives pressurised breathing that switches in at a pre determined
G loads starting + 3.
The Torso Harness
PCU-16/P or PCU-15/P retains it’s original fittings . Underneath is a
Nomex flight suit MIL-C-83141A
& Nomex gloves GS/FRP-2 . Also included on the man mounted garments
is the integrated Life
Preserver & Survival Vest. Legg restraints to connect to
Ejection seat retractor normally produced by Martin Baker Aircraft , Leg board
for maps & flight boots with bullet proof soles . This is employed on F-22
and F-16 Combat Edge gear
Features
Includes
vest, hose and valve assembly
Front
and side zipper fasteners.
Cord
lacing fit adjustment with lacing covers.
Specifications
Shell
Fabric: FR Aramid Cloth
Color: Sage
Green
Bladder
Fabric: Polyurethane Coated Nylon
