Early in the S-3’s operational history, the high-stress of the catapult launch would often cause the GDPC to “dump” its systems, requiring the crew to restart and reload the software mid-flight.

The U.S. Air Force is reopening its NGES (Next-Generation Ejection Seat) competition for the F-16, the results of which might also cover the F-22 Raptor and the B-1B Lancer.

The entire process takes seconds and requires the coordination of many components such as the ejection seat, the catapult, the rocket, the restraints, and the parachute.

The F-35's unique ejection seat system is designed and produced by Martin-Baker for the U.S. Military. The seat is designated US16E, and it's installed on all variants of the F-35 at a cost ...

The explosive cartridge catapults the seat along the guide rails, and a leg-restrain system is activated. It protects the pilot's legs from getting caught during the ejection.

NEW YORK, July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The global aircraft ejection seats market is estimated to grow by USD 77.7 million from 2024-2028, at a CAGR of 5.36%, driven by increasing demand for ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — An Air Force instructor pilot was killed when the ejection seat activated while the turboprop aircraft was still on the ground at a Texas military base, the Air Force said Tuesday.

WASHINGTON (AP) — An Air Force instructor pilot was killed when the ejection seat activated while the turboprop aircraft was still on the ground at a Texas military base, the Air Force said Tuesday.