102 MK2 BA Crew Lifejacket

Trusted Protection for Aviation Crew with Over 50 Years of Experience

The 102 Mk2 BA Crew Lifejacket is the trusted choice for aviation professionals worldwide. With over five decades of experience and more than 1 million lifejackets produced to date, we are the leading supplier to some of the world’s largest aviation organisations. This commercial airline lifejacket is specifically designed to provide emergency flotation for both passengers and crew during an aircraft ditching, ensuring their safety in critical situations.

The 102 Mk2 BA is a single-chamber lifejacket with built-in safety features to guarantee that even an unconscious wearer is positioned face-up in the water. It is CAA-approved and built to rigorous safety standards, making it the essential choice for commercial airline operations.

Performance

In aviation, performance means more than function, it means readiness under pressure. Our lifejackets and crew safety systems are engineered for rapid deployment, reliable flotation, and operational endurance across both civil and military platforms. Whether supporting commercial aviation or tactical flight operations, they deliver consistent, trusted performance when it counts.

Innovation

We advance crew safety through continuous innovation in design, materials and survivability technology. From lightweight lifejackets for civil aviation to high-performance systems for rotary and fixed-wing aircrew, our products are shaped by real-world feedback, evolving regulatory requirements and a commitment to continually raising the standard in aircrew protection.

Protection

Crew protection is central to safe and effective aviation. Our life-saving systems are designed to perform in high-stress, high-consequence environments, providing flotation, thermal protection and secure fit across a range of mission and commercial profiles. Certified and rigorously tested, they help protect lives at altitude, on approach, or in emergency descent.

Product Benefits

Proven Reliability:
With over 50 years of experience and more than 1 million lifejackets produced, our reputation for quality and reliability makes the 102 Mk2 BA Crew Lifejacket the top choice for aviation organisations worldwide.

Automatic Face-Up Positioning:
The lifejacket’s single chamber forces the wearer into a face-up position, ensuring safety even if the wearer is unconscious.

Lightweight and Easy to Store:
Compact and lightweight, this lifejacket is designed to be stored easily onboard without taking up valuable space, while ensuring quick deployment during emergencies.

Key Features

Single-Chamber Flotation System:
The lifejacket’s single chamber design forces the wearer into a face-up position in the water, even if unconscious, ensuring optimal safety during emergency water landings.

CAA Approved:
Fully approved by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), meeting the highest aviation safety standards for commercial use.

Lightweight and Compact:
Designed for easy stowage and minimal weight, ensuring that it can be quickly deployed in an emergency while not adding unnecessary bulk.

Durable Construction:
Engineered with durable materials to withstand harsh environments, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.

Emergency Activation:
Equipped with a manual inflation toggle and an automatic oral inflation tube, providing flexibility and ease of use in emergency situations.

Technical Specification

Certification:	CAA Approved
Inflation System:	Manual pull toggle with oral inflation backup
Flotation:	Single chamber providing face-up flotation
Material:	Lightweight, durable construction
Weight:	Compact and lightweight for easy storage and deployment