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Filename: SURVITECneg_PMS.eps Colourway:• • 100% Pantone PMS 158c 100% Opaque Whitewww.survitecgroup.comFilename: RFDBneg_PMS.eps Colourway:• • 100% Pantone PMS 158c 100% Opaque WhiteSURVITECJSF F-35AGILEPILOTFLIGHTEQUIPMENTPROTECTING YOURMOST VALUABLEASSET• Made in the USA• BERRY Compliant• Fully integrated, modular solution designedto maximize protection and optimize pilotperformance• Significant performance improvements madeover current Legacy PFE leveraging over90 years experience• Unrivalled commitment to PFE sustainmentprogram reducing maintenance burden• Fully compatible with US Legacy platforms

AT THEFOREFRONTOF SURVIVALTECHNOLOGYFilename: SURVITECneg_PMS.eps Colourway:• • 100% Pantone PMS 158c 100% Opaque WhiteThe Survitec Group is the world’s premiersurvival technology company. We protect yourdefence investment, every minute of everymission, providing unparalleled protection andlife support, enhancing performance in the mostextreme circumstances. With over 90 yearsexperience and expertise supplying leadingdefence and aerospace companies and militaryend users, our mission is to deliver the bestvalue safety and survival solutions from conceptthrough to certification.The Survitec Group has an unrivalledreputation for innovation and product qualitywith a market leading position in the provisionof survival equipment in the defence andaerospace sectors.Through an extensive product range includingPilot Flight Equipment (PFE), Life Rafts, Lifejackets,Inflatable Boats, Air Beam Shelters and SubmarineEscape Systems, the Survitec Group’s ethos ofcontinually pioneering new technologies intothe market place ensures we remain at theforefront of safety and survival technology.

Original Pioneers of PFEand still the best...RFD Beaufort, part of the Survitec Group is the worldleading design authority of Pilot Flight Equipment. Overour 90 years experience we have developed an unrivalled,flexible supply network for the provision of through-lifecapability for Aircrew Protection and Survival equipment.Our effective resource infrastructure has ensured we fulfildemand on a global basis, supplying leading programssuch as the Eurofighter Typhoon and the F-35 Joint StrikeFighter (JSF).As pioneers of many of the technologies employed todayin modern Pilot Flight Equipment, RFD Beaufort continuesto provide robust and cost effective PFE through acombination of product advancements, efficient suppliernetwork management and unparalleled in-service support.100% BERRY CompliantWe employ over 1,300 individuals worldwide dedicatedto delivering safety and survival solutions. In 2009 wecompleted a multi-million dollar investment transferring themanufacture of F35 PFE to our US manufacturing site inSharon Centre, Ohio.Our extensive research and development facilities offermulti-disciplined design capability to meet every demandfrom initial concept to testing, qualification, manufacture,delivery and support. RFD Beaufort’s unsurpassedexperience in PFE has produced a unique fully modular,integrated design which implements pilot/aircraft dynamicto maximize protection and optimize performance.Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities ensurecustomer specific design, development and certificationservices are achieved each and every time. Maintainingthe highest quality standards, RFD Beaufort is approvedto numerous global standards including IS09001 approvaland QPL listed to name a few.The Survitec AGILE PFE surpasses all current levels of PFEsolutions with advancements such as unmatched UV solarprotection, maximum burst pressure, optimized cockpitintegration and stringent laundering tolerance.Our unique modular approach enables garments to beintegrated to provide multi mission capability from acommon ensemble. Each garment has been designedusing the latest anthropometric data available. These havebeen used to develop a sizing methodology applied to allprocesses. Our technologists are constantly exploring thevery latest developments in materials, process technologyand product design to meet and surpass the stringentdemands of our customers.

Protecting your mostvaluable asset...Garments Summer Summer Winter Winter BenefitsChemical &Chemical &BiologicalBiologicalUnderwear Upper, Lower X X X XCooling Garment Optional Optional Optional OptionalThermal Protection Layer X XLightweight Coverall c/w ARELXCold Water Immersion Garment X XFlight Use Protective Layer X XLower G Garment (Skeletal/Full Coverage) X X X XSleeved & Sleeveless Flight Jacket/LPU/ARS Optional X X XBreathing Gas Hose Assembly X X X XBoots X X X XSummer Gloves X X X XWinter/Sea Gloves* X XPilot Cooling Unit X X X XHMD Transit bag X X X XHigh wicking capabilities, hard wearing, very comfortable.Reduced fluid loss, less fatigue, reduced thermal burden. High laundering tolerance – 300+ cycles.Lightweight and comfortable 4-way stretch material. Retains thermal protection post laundering.Arm restraint system, restrains arm on ejection. Over 2000lbs maximum load achieved post150 washing cycles.Lightweight, moisture vapor permeable (Fully integrated with the CB liquid cooling system)optimized for Fast Jet applications.Lightweight hermetically sealed, optimized for Fast Jet applications.Higher burst pressure than current PFE after stringent combination qualification tests. Skeletal 75,355cycles, burst pressure over 26 psig, Full Coverage 107,650 cycles, burst pressure over 24 psig.Low maintenance, economical lightweight. Automatic Inflation Unit negates the need for a JSAM carrierwaistcoat. Integrates with JSAM and all pilot mounted hardware.Flexible and adjustable.High impact toe protection variant on customer request. Dual density soles to improve durabilityand provide shock attenuation.Highly durable and comfortable.Highly durable and comfortable.Extends mission duration. Portable, first of its kind for fast jet applications.Protects HMD and visor against damage and moisture.*Stowed in the SSK and donned post ejectionSummerSummer Chemical & Biological Winter Winter Chemical & Biological

Survitec AGILEPilot Flight EquipmentAlternative tounderwearCOOLINGGARMENTUNDERWEAR,UPPER AND LOWERTHERMALPROTECTION LAYERFLIGHT JACKET,SLEEVED/SLEEVELESSBREATHING GASHOSE ASSEMBLYARM RESTRAINTSKELETALANTI-G TROUSERSFULL COVERAGEANTI-G GARMENTHMD TRANSIT BAGPILOT COOLING UNITBOOTS,STEEL/NON-STEEL TOE

NOTE:Helmet shownfor referencepurposeonlyAlternative forwinter requirementLIGHTWEIGHTCOVERALLCOLD WATERIMMERSION GARMENTCOLD WATERIMMERSION COOLINGGARMENT BREAKOUTSUMMER GLOVESWINTER GLOVESBREATHING GAS HOSEASSEMBLY, CHEMICAL& BIOLOGICALCHEMICAL & BIOLOGICALPROTECTIVE LAYERCHEMICAL & BIOLOGICALPROTECTIVE LAYER(TRANSIT USE, OPTIONAL)...Modular, fully integrated andinterchangeable for maximummission readiness andeffectiveness

Unparalled Technical ExpertiseRFD Beaufort has specialised for over90 years in the innovative design,integration, qualification and servicingof Pilot Flight Equipment. We employa market leading qualification programwhich surpasses the current levels oftesting conducted on PFE.We are theonly company to employ simultaneouscombination testing, resulting in a newstandard of product integrity. TestingPFE for the F-35 has included over 70ejection tests, UV Exposure of up to896 MJ/m2 , ozone testing of 50±5pphm at 104°F for 8 hours, rapid andexplosive decompression testing to analtitude of 50,000ft and temperaturetesting with equipment functioningat temperatures ranging from -40 ±3.6°F to +130 ± 3.6°FIn-House Testing Facilities include:• Stratospheric Chamber• Thermal Chamber• Environmental Test Chamber• Explosive Decompression Chamber• Low Pressure Pneumatics Lab• Simulated Breathing Facility• Centrifuge Rate up to 25g• Harness Test Rigs – up to 60g• Materials Testing Facilities Lab• Extensive Anthropometric DatabasesInnovation anddesign leveragingover 90 years...AGILE PFE has been tested andqualified to the highest standardsincluding:• PFE Cleaning• Ozone Testing• LGG Endurance• Pocket Packing Trials• BGHA Gas Leakage• LPU Allowable Leakage• CG Operating Pressure/ProofBurst/Fluid Migration• Storage Temperature Conditions• Surrounding Air Pressure andTemperature Altitude• Transient Temperatures• Solar Radiation and Sand & Dust• Humidity and Moisture• Sulphur & Nitrogen and Salt Sea• Fungus Testing• Vibration / Random / Gunfire• Fragility/Transit Shock• Fluids Contamination• Limit Loads• Ejection Testing• Cockpit Integration: CB, Ground /Flight Operation, Comfort andMobility, Aircraft Ingress / Egressand Emergency Egress• Man Rating• In Water Performance• Thermal Protection andThermal Burden• Parachute Suspension Trials• Land and Sea Dragging• Winching Trials• Cyclic Endurance DON / DOFF• Crash Loads

F-35Developed to be compatiblewith all US Fast Jetplatforms....Joint Strike Fighter (JSF)F-16F-15The Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Program,formerly the Joint Advanced Strike Technology(JAST) Program was established to createthe next generation warfighter, compatiblefor a number of military applicationsincluding the Navy, Air Force and Marines.With its origins in several programs fromthe 1980s and early 1990s, the experiencegained has made JSF the world’s foremostmulti-role fighter. AGILE PFE has beendesigned specifically for the JSF aircraft tofully optimize pilot comfort and performance.Leveraging experience gained on othermulti national aircraft programs, RFDBeaufort have ensured customer specificrequirements are exceeded. This approachhas been specifically developed to producehighly effective equipment for JSF that canpotentially be adopted on other in-serviceplatforms.From its inception, the AGILE PFE hasimplemented the Pilot/Aircraft interfaceinto the entire design philosophy.

Low maintenance burdenby design...Asset Readiness AssuredAsset readiness is fully assured as a result ofour design philosophy which from the outsetdrives reduced through-life cost and reducedcost of ownershipSurvitec AssetManagement System(SAMS)Specifically developed to support the AGILEPilot Flight Equipment, the Survitec AssetManagement System (SAMS) is a web basedsecure data environment to facilitate selection,management and logistical support. In order toensure low costs and flight readiness, the AgileCommunication Environment provides instantseamless logistical support Worldwide.Designed to integrate with the F35 Joint StrikeFighter program data management tool, SAMSprovides worldwide online management viasecure web connections.SAMS enables users to record pilotbio-measurements, automatically selectsized equipment, track usage and schedulemaintenance throughout its full life cycle.• No distributed software, totally web driven.• Pilot anthropometric data is captured securely• Predicts sizing of individual items• Tracks orders in maintenance process bylocation• Automatic notification of requiredmaintenance/certification• Online manuals and maintenance schedulesEglin Pilot FIT facilityLeveraging over 50 years experience in the USAir Force Aircrew Life Support career field, ourspecialist at the Pilot FIT facility uses numerousanthropometric measurements to ensure thepilot gains maximum comfort and highestlevel of protection.Each pilot is fully fitted into every scheduleincluding measuring/marking of the OxygenGas Breathing and Anti G-Suit hoses as wellas the fitting of the Arm Restraint Extensionlines. All schedules and configurations arethen tested in the dedicated F-35 EjectionSeat at the facility.

SURVITEC GROUPTHE GLOBAL BUSINESSWITH OVER 90 YEARS EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE, WE ARETHE WORLD’S PREMIER SURVIVAL TECHNOLOGY COMPANY,PROTECTING YOUR DEFENCE INVESTMENT, EVERYMINUTE OF EVERY MISSION...Survitec Group sitesRFD Beaufort Ltd (Dunmurry, UK)RFD Beaufort Ltd (Birkenhead, UK)Survival One (UK)Deutsche Schlauchboot (DSB) GmbH (Germany)Eurovinil (EV) Spa (Italy)RFD France Sas (France)RFD Beaufort Inc (USA)RFD Japan Ltd (Japan)RFD New Zealand Ltd (New Zealand)RFD Australia Pty Ltd (Australia)WH Brennan & Co Pty Ltd (Singapore, China, South Korea)Seaweather Marine and Aviation Services (UK)

Filename: SURVITECneg_PMS.eps Colourway:• • 100% Pantone PMS 158c 100% Opaque Whitewww.survitecgroup.comFilename: RFDBneg_PMS.eps Colourway:• • 100% Pantone PMS 158c 100% Opaque WhiteUS HEADQUARTERSRFD Beaufort Inc.1420 Wolf Creek Trail, P.O. Box 359Sharon Center, OH 44274-0359Tel: +1 (330) 239-4331Fax: +1 (330) 239-3671Web: www.survitecgroup.comEGLIN PILOT FIT FACILITYRandy EpperlyJSF Senior Field EngineerEglin AFB Fl 32542 6029Tel: +1 (850) 883-1288Email: repperly@rfdbeaufort.comUK HEADQUARTERSRFD Beaufort Ltd1-5 Beaufort RoadBirkenheadMerseysideEnglandCH41 1HQTel: +44 (0)151 670 9009Fax: +44 (0)151 670 0958Email: information@rfdbeaufort.comWeb: www.rfdbeaufort.comA part of the Survitec Groupdesign: www.whitenoisestudios.com