Aircraft Seating and Applications
Light Plane Seating
"Laminars," combinations of SunMate and Pudgee layers, provide even pressure distribution, vibration damping and comfort to alleviate numbness, aches, and cramping
during extended periods of sitting such as long plane flights. Individuals have used Laminar cushions in their own personal aircrafts as light plane seating material.
Helicopter Seating
SunMate cushions hold helicopter pilots in place during the jarring ride. Contoured Laminars provide the best in energy-absorption and comfort. Custom armrests are also available.
SunMate Meets FAA Crash Safety Requirements
Special fire-block coatings allow SunMate to meet FAA fire test requirements with low levels of toxicity. SunMate cushions also meet FAA crash safety requirements
. Pilots walked away from a helicopter crash with only minor injuries. Their seat cushions were made of SunMate which, though light and soft, has an impact
energy absorption rating of 12 ft-lb/in3.
Ejection Seating
Due to its excellent impact absorption capability, SunMate is commonly used in ejection seating for military aircraft.
Parachute Harness Padding and Other Applications
RD Aviation in England uses SunMate in impact cushions for gliding and sport aircraft and strap covering for parachute harnesses among other things.
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