RESCUE BASKETS

#495 Collapsible Rescue Basket

The Collapsible Rescue Basket combines
the compact stow ability of the rescue net
systems with the ruggedness, rigidity and
safety of the field proven tubular frame
rescue basket. The design features a 55%
reduced stowage volume compared to the
rigid style #499 basket. This is intended to
permit operators of smaller helicopters to
carry the rescue device full time. Additionally
the basket features a more open internal
volume, able to fit two average adults. The
ability to winch two victims during a single
hoist evolution will speed the recovery and
reduce the time at scene for multi-victim
rescues.

The bail assemblies fold into the rescue

basket, and each side collapses for compact
stowage. The basket is easily and quickly
erected by simply lifting the bails and top rail
assembly up, and then rotating the side
supports down. Supports are secured in
place by simple spring locks, and provide a
rigid structure that aids handling and entry
into the basket. A new tubular hinge design
for the bail assemblies has been developed
to reduce weight and maintenance
requirements.

Frame members are constructed of TIG

welded stainless steel and the sides are 1/2”
nylon webbing sewn into a net form. The
stainless steel and synthetic components
require minimal maintenance and provide
extended service life. A semi-rigid, plastic
net liner with 1" openings encloses the
bottom of the basket. Inherent flotation
provides positive self righting and reserve
buoyancy. Float covers are printed with
safety pictorials and have high intensity
retroreflective markings. A heavy-duty
stowage case constructed of 1050 denier
ballistics nylon and tie-strap are included
with the basket.

 Dimensions: 25" W x 44½" L.

 Height: 41" (9½" stowed).
 Weight: 39 lbs

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 #499-B Compact Rescue Basket
’s original compact Rescue Basket is
standard equipment aboard all US
Coast Guard rescue helicopters, and in
service with numerous international
military & civilian operators. Revised
design for 2007 incorporates cast lifting
eyes and lifetime tubular hinges
eliminate cable maintenance and
inspection requirements. The frame
opening has been enlarged to better
accommodate two adults without
increasing the overall dimensions, and
an integrated, yet flexible stainless steel
bail retainer has been added to keep the
bails from dropping after removing the
hoist hook. The frame of the Basket is
constructed of tubular stainless steel for
low maintenance & the bail assembly
folds into the basket for compact
stowage. Bottom is enclosed with a
plastic mesh liner with 1" openings.
Basket provides excellent flotation
performance and is self-righting with
100% reserve buoyancy. Float covers
have reflective markings and are printed
with safety pictorials. NSN: 4240-01-
HS1-9969.

 Dimensions: 25" W x 44½" L.

 Height: 41" (21" stowed).
 Weight: 39 lbs.

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 #499-9 Liner Guard – Rescue
Basket
Molded from a durable and impact
resistant fiber reinforced urethane.
The guard provides protection to the
plastic mesh liner of the basket from
inadvertent drops of the bail
assembly into the basket when
removing the hoist hook or bail
retainer. The liner guard also
prevents abrasion damage caused
from vibration of the stowed bail
assemblies during flight. Guard is
installed on all new production
Rescue Baskets (manufactured after
January 2006) and can easily be
installed on older baskets without
modification using six simple plastic
tie-wraps (included)

#496 Chinook Rescue Basket

The rigid #496 Rescue Basket is
specifically designed for hoisting
through the floor hatch of the CH-47
Chinook helicopter using the internal
winch. Constructed of tubular stainless
steel, this simple design is easily
maintained and handled. The bottom is
enclosed by a semi-rigid plastic mesh
liner with 1" openings. A removable
flotation collar provides reserve
buoyancy and self-righting
characteristics.

 Dimensions: 27" W x 31" L x 41"

H (Approximate).
 Weight: 34 lbs

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 #420 Rescue Seat
The Rescue Seat is a compact,
lightweight, and simple to use
rescue device. Equipped with two
folding seats and a flotation collar, it
may be utilized for both maritime
and land rescue operations.
Patterned after the military Forest
Penetrator, the Rescue Seat has
been designed for simple operation
and ease of maintenance. All
problems associated with the
military Forest Penetrator have been
eliminated.
Constructed of 304 stainless steel
with 316 stainless hardware, the
Rescue Seat is virtually
maintenance free. Each fold-down
seat is equipped with a safety strap,
and printed instructions are located
on two opposite sides of the float
collar. The Rescue Seat has been
tested and approved by both the
US Navy and the US Air Force.
Weight: 18 lbs.
Dimensions: 6" W x 9" D x 32" H.
NSN 4240-01-465-2302.

#214 Quick Strop

Originally designed for the US Coast
Guard, the Quick Strop is now
available to all rescue activities.
Constructed of MIL-SPEC webbing
and stainless steel hardware, the
Quick Strop provides a quick, safe
means of hoisting uninjured
personnel. The Strop can be placed
under the arms, around the back, or
over the head of the survivor in one
quick motion. To prevent the
survivor from slipping out, a slide
buckle is slid down the Strop and
attached to an adjustable crotch
safety strap which is stored in a
zipper pocket on the rear of the
Strop. Instructions and pictorials are
printed on the Strop. Approved for
use by the US Coast Guard.

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 #592 Cable Ladders
Professional cable ladder is the finest
available. The newly improved ladder is
constructed of ¼" (7x19) stainless steel
cable with ¾" x 18-guage titanium
tubing for rungs. Each rung is fully
diamond knurled for increased grip.
Rungs are swaged onto the ladder
cables with titanium compression plugs.
This unique design provides for a very
low profile swage. Rung slippage on the
cable occurs at over 1,500 lbs. Stainless
steel thimbles are located at the end of
each cable to allow attachment to the
aircraft or the addition of another cable
ladder.

 Low profile rung swages.

 Corrosion resistant.
 Rung offsets are 12" apart.
 Weight: #592-30 @ approx. 13.0
lbs
#592-45 @ approx. 19.3 lbs
 Custom lengths available.

#592-30 Cable Ladder, ¼" x 30'

#592-45 Cable Ladder, ¼" x 45'

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 #580 Survivor Simulator
Field proven design is a durable and
economical training aid for rescue swimmer
programs and other in-water training
requirements. Constructed from 1050 denier
ballistics nylon casing, closed-cell flotation,
and corrosion resistant hardware. The unit is
able to withstand repeated helicopter
deployment/drops into water from heights of
up to 50 ft. Simulator is suitable for SADPU
recovery, and is equipped with MADPU
lifting ring.

 High visibility intl. orange side

gussets and arms.
 Retro-reflective markings on
chest/back, shoulders and arms.
 Stainless steel snap hooks for
attachment of light sticks.
 Simulator folds in half for compact
stowage and features attached
shoulder strap for easy transport.
 Device floats upright simulating an
adult person treading water. Resists
drift from rotor-wash and wind.
 Fast draining/drying design.

Approximate weight: 26 lbs.

Stowed dimensions: 18" L x 20½" W x 6

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 #216 Rescue Strop
The Rescue Strop is used to hoist
uninjured Military personnel
during helicopter operations. The
Strop is placed under the arms
and across the back; the safety
strap located on the outside is
pulled loose, placed over the arms,
under the front of the Strop and
attached across the front of the
chest and adjusted to a snug fit.
The arms must remain down to
prevent possible slippage during
hoisting. Pictorials are printed on
the Strop. Personnel must be
trained in the proper and safe use
of this item. The Rescue Strop is
designed to be unaffected by
repeated use in the marine
environment; constructed of nylon,
closed-cell foam and stainless
steel hardware. Restricted to
military use by trained
personnel only.NSN 1680-01-
347-4946

#262 Smokes Bag

A new rescue equipment case. The
#262 Smokes Bag is designed for the
H-60 cabin and has pockets to safely
store MK-25 & MK-58 smoke canisters,
and electric sea marker lights. The bag
features durable, multiple-ply
construction using 1050 denier ballistics
nylon fabric. Attachment is
accomplished with two quick release
stainless steel snap shackles at the top,
and the bottom is secured by two
adjustable straps with snap hooks. Each
smoke canister pocket has an individual
flap that is secured with a high strength
stainless steel mini-buckle. The front
panel provides stowage for six MK-25
canisters and the rear panel has two
MK-58 pocket and secured stowage for
three electric sea marker lights. All
hardware is corrosion resistant. Panel
measures 17" x 44". Approved by
NAVAIR

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 #220 Trail Line Assembly
Used to control & guide rescue
equipment to the desired location during
helicopter hoisting operations. Assembly
contains line pack, 120' of 3/8"
polypropylene diamond braided rope
(#498), one weak-link (400-500 lbs.),
one 5 lb. shot bag, one pair of line
handling gloves, and a V-Strap for
hoisting the Stokes-type
litters.Hardware is stainless steel for
corrosion resistance. Components can
be purchased separately. NSN 4010-01-
312-4854. Approved by NAVAIR for
Navy use.

Replacement Components
#220-1 Line Pack, Orange
#220-2 Rope Assembly w/ Rings &
Weak Link
#220-3 V-Strap
#220-4 Shot Bag, 5 lbs.
#225 Line Handling Gloves, pr

#619 Trail Line Quick Release

Simple stainless steel snap shackle with
beaded lanyard. Attaches between
rescue hook and trail (tag) line, and
permits rescue crewmember to easily
disconnect the line at the hook if
needed.

IMPORTANT: Quick Release does

not replace trail line weak

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 #230 Chemical Light Strap
Strap is used for attaching
Lightsticks to rescue hooks or other
devices during night operations.
Hardware is made of brass and
stainless steel for corrosion
resistance. Approved by NAVAIR
for Navy use

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 #260 Rescue Equipment Case
The #260 Equipment Case measures 28" x
44". The front panel contains 10 pockets
with the following dimensions:

 3 pockets @ 5½" W x 11" L x 3" D.

 4 pockets @ 4½" W x 9" L x 1½" D.
 3 pockets @ 5½" W x 13" L x 2" D.

The back panel contains 3 pockets

measuring:

 1 pocket @ 24" W x 10" L x 3½" D.

 1 pocket @ 24" W x 16" L x 3½" D.
 1 pocket @ 24" W x 10" L x 5½" D.

NSN 1680-01-243-4523.

#261 Rescue Equipment Case, Small

Designed for the H-60 helicopters, the
#261 has the same front panel pocket
configuration as the #260 and uses the
same construction & materials with the
following exceptions:

 Main panel measures 17" x 44".

 Back panel consists of only 1
pocket measuring 16" x 24

#760 & #761 Life Raft Harness &

Strap
A new system specifically made to
secure the life raft and litter in US
Navy H-60 platform helicopters. The
harness and strap are constructed of
MIL-SPEC Type XIII webbing. The
harness utilizes four (4) each 12-jaw
fittings for securement to the aircraft
floor system and the strap has a
single 12-jaw fitting. All additional
hardware is stainless steel and
utilizes field proven QRSB buckles
and adjustors. Harness (#760) and
Strap (#761) sold separately.
Approved by NAVAIR

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 #410 & #411 D-LOK Helicopter Hoist
Hooks
The D-LOK Hoist Hook incorporates an
automatic dual-lock latch gate design.
This double lock gate provides the
ultimate in security to prevent accidental
openings, while allowing the latch gate
to be operated quickly and easily with
one hand. The Hoist Hook features a
large hook eye for multiple equipment
rings, and will accept rings over one
inch in diameter. Integral utility eye
(model #410 only) allows attachment of
tag/guide line. Hook is constructed
entirely of stainless steel for strength
and corrosion resistance.
The D-LOK Hoist Hook eliminates all
problems associated with the current
double rescue hook, such as
inadvertent engagement (including the
snagging of fingers on the small hook),
and self-release (ring roll-out). The D-
LOK Hoist Hook also exceeds the load
test requirement for the double rescue
hook (MS-18027-2A). Hook is available
with seven (7) standard attachment
options to fit all current hoist
installations. Patent No. D389983

 Auto - double lock latch with 1.1"

(28mm) latch gate opening.
 Stainless steel construction
designed for single hand
operation.
 Proven service in various
environments/climates.
 Multiple attachment
configurations available for
various hoist models.
 The only single handed
operational hook to consider
when safety is paramount.

#410 D-LOK Hoist Hook

#411 D-LOK Hoist Hook w/o Utility
Eye

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 #197 Quick Splice with D-LOK Hoist
Hook
#199 Quick Splice without Hook
The new wedge style Quick Splice with
D-LOK Hoist Hook is designed for in-
flight emergency replacement of the
helicopter's hoist hook. Should the hoist
cable become damaged, broken, or
entangled during rescue missions, the
rescue crewman can quickly cut the
cable and replace the hook. This allows
the helicopter to complete the mission in
lieu of aborting. A thumb screw is used
to secure the wedge against the cable.
The unique wedge design ensures that
the grip on the cable increases as the
load increases. Easy to follow
instructions are laser printed on the
Quick Splice face.
The Quick Splice is constructed of
anodized aluminum with stainless steel
fasteners for strength and corrosion
resistance. Each unit is proof load
tested to 2,800 lbs at the factory. The
splice is also available without the D-
LOK Hoist Hook as part number #199,
and is supplied with a shackle for
attaching an alternate hook. The Quick
Splice does not include a guard for the
up-limit switch. Such a guard provides a
false sense of security. Today’s
“intelligent” hoists are calibrated for the
original cable length supplied on the
hoist. Therefore a shortened cable
length will compromise the safety
features (up-limit switch) of the hoist.
The hoist operator must take caution to
prevent tube-lock when any splice is
used. Superior to existing wraparound &
lace-through designs, the Quick Splice
offers:
Quick, simple and positive cable
installation.
No wire wraps to come undone or
unlaced.
Full rated breaking-strength of the hoist
cable, no strength degradation.
To be used with 3/16", 19 x 7 hoist
cable only

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