Aerolite 33F Liferaft

High Survivability Through Dynamic Design

The Aerolite 33F Liferaft is specifically engineered to enhance survivability for passengers and crew on board the C-130 Hercules aircraft. This innovative liferaft provides dedicated protection while occupying minimal space, with a design optimised to reduce overall weight and increase the capacity for fuel, passengers, and cargo. The Aerolite 33F is a plug-and-play solution installed in wing stowages, ensuring seamless integration into the aircraft while offering maximum safety in emergency water landings.

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

Optimised for Military Transport:
The lightweight and space-saving design of the Aerolite 33F allows for increased operational efficiency and capacity on military transport aircraft.

Rapid Deployment:
The dynamic, plug-and-play installation and deployment design ensure swift action in emergency scenarios.

Increased Cargo and Passenger Capacity:
By reducing weight and space, the Aerolite 33F allows for enhanced load-carrying capabilities without sacrificing safety.

Key Features

Optimised for C-130 Hercules:
A plug-and-play liferaft designed specifically for the C-130, installed in wing stowages.

Weight Reduction:
Lightweight design allows for increased cargo, fuel, or passenger capacity without compromising safety.

Dynamic Liferaft Design:
Developed to deliver optimal environmental protection for passengers and crew in emergency situations.

Seamless Integration:
Designed to be easily stowed and deployed with minimal impact on aircraft operations.

Enhanced Survivability:
Proven to provide high survivability rates through rigorous testing in emergency scenarios.

Certifications:
Certified to meet UK CAA, EASA, and FAA regulations for aviation safety.

Technical Specification

Capacity:	33-person capacity, with a 50% overload capability.
Weight:	Approx. 55 kg.
Packed Dimensions:	1240 x 600 x 170 mm.
Canopy:	Equipped with a robust automatic canopy that provides optimal environmental protection.
Stowage Compatibility:	Specifically designed for wing stowage on C-130 Hercules aircraft.