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.

A team of Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 944th Maintenance Group works together to remove an ejection seat on an F-35 fighter jet at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2024.

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.

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 military aircraft globally and recent ...

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.

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.