Phantom Multi-Seat Liferaft

Reduced Visibility Liferaft for Covert Operations

The Phantom Liferaft is specially designed to provide enhanced survivability during covert operations, offering reduced visibility through the use of completely dark fabric. Based on the proven RFD Aerolite 4F design, the Phantom Raft delivers reliable flotation and environmental protection for survivors in critical situations. This versatile liferaft can be deployed on both fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms, providing crucial life-saving support in search and rescue or emergency scenarios.

Equipped with self-erecting twin buoyancy tubes, an external boarding platform, and an automatic canopy, the Phantom Liferaft is engineered for easy deployment and maximum protection against the elements with minimal user intervention.

Performance

Designed for speed, agility and control, our solutions excel under the extreme demands of fast jet flight. By reducing pilot fatigue and supporting physical resilience, we enable greater endurance in high-intensity missions, helping ensure sustained performance and mission success, even in the most challenging conditions.

Innovation

We’re shaping the future of fast jet capability through next-generation innovation. From cutting-edge material sciences to advanced G-protection system architectures, our solutions are designed to enhance pilot performance and survivability. Innovative textiles and smart integration elevate protection and efficiency, setting new standards for the cockpit and beyond.

Protection

Protection in fast jet environments demands intelligent integration. Our systems are designed to safeguard pilots against thermal extremes, high-G forces and operational hazards. From cockpit survivability to environmental resilience, every element is engineered to preserve capability when it matters most.

Product Benefits

Discreet Protection for Covert Missions:
The dark fabric design ensures reduced visibility, providing aircrew and passengers with vital protection without compromising mission objectives.

Rapid and Reliable Deployment:
The single-point activation system ensures that the liferaft can be deployed quickly and reliably, offering survivors immediate flotation support in emergencies.

Enhanced Environmental Defence:
The automatic self-erecting canopy protects survivors from harsh weather conditions, ensuring they remain safe and sheltered during search and rescue operations.

Versatile Use Across Platforms:
The Phantom Liferaft is designed for use across a variety of aircraft types, offering flexibility and ease of integration with both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft.

Platform Compatibility:
The Phantom Liferaft is suitable for use on a wide range of platforms, ensuring reliable flotation support in covert operations and emergency situations:

Fixed-Wing Platforms
Rotary-Wing Platforms

Key Features

Reduced Visibility for Covert Operations:
Manufactured from completely dark fabric, the Phantom Liferaft is designed to minimise visibility during covert operations, ensuring survivability while maintaining operational discretion.

Multi-Platform Compatibility:
Suitable for use on both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, providing versatile life-saving protection across various aircraft configurations.

Automatic Canopy:
The automatic canopy provides optimum environmental protection with minimal user intervention, shielding survivors from extreme weather conditions.

Proven Reliability:
Extensively tested in emergency scenarios, including search and rescue operations, the Phantom Liferaft offers trusted reliability when it matters most.

Easy Activation:
Equipped with a highly reliable single-point activation system, the Phantom Liferaft ensures fast and easy deployment in critical situations, reducing response time.

Technical Specification

Activation:	Manual activation with single-point system
Rated Capacity - Phantom 4:	4-person capacity (Overload capacity: 6 persons)
Rated Capacity - Phantom 6:	6-person capacity (Overload capacity: 9 persons)
Rated Capacity - Phantom 10:	11-person capacity (Overload capacity: 17 persons)
Number of Buoyancy Tubes:	2
Packing Weight:	17 kg – 21.2 kg depending on model
Overhaul Interval:	24 months (recommended)
Warranty:	24 months
Canopy:	Self-erecting, automatic for full environmental protection

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