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2.8.1.4. The EPOS container contains instructions on the activation and donning of the
EPOS unit. Additional visual aids are not required to be produced or attached to the
EPOS unit. (T-1)
2.8.2. Passenger Oxygen Mask Assembly (Drop Down Masks). Lead Command—AMC.
2.8.2.1. AFE will perform periodic inspections on aircraft installed drop down passenger
oxygen masks at intervals determined by the aircraft maintenance schedule. These
inspections may be performed either on aircraft or off aircraft. (T-1)
2.8.2.2. C-17A units will ensure all masks, to include masks on the sidewall seats, the
stowed centerline seats, lavatories, aeromedical stations (aircraft installed and off-aircraft
spares), and Air Transportable Galley Latrine (ATGL) are inspected and maintained IAW
applicable TOs. (T-1)
2.9. Aircrew Protective Helmets and Helmet Liners. Lead Command—ACC. Exception:
AFGSC is Lead Command for rotary wing helmets.
2.9.1. Protective Helmet General Guidance:
2.9.1.1. Aircrew helmets are required for the following conditions: (T-1)
2.9.1.1.1. For ejection or bailout and aircrew performing air defense system missions.
(T-1)
2.9.1.1.2. All missions requiring parachutes or when parachutes are pre-positioned
aboard the aircraft. Flying helmets must be used in conjunction with the parachute to
avoid head injuries. Note: Not applicable when carrying passengers or when
otherwise directed in the AFI 11-2MDS, Volume 3 series publications for mission
requirements. (T-1)
2.9.1.1.3. For use with helmet mounted accessories (i.e., night-vision systems,
nuclear flash protective devices, etc.), and as prescribed by applicable MDS flying
publications or mission directives. Exception: KC-135 and KC-46A Special
Operations Air Refueling (SOAR) missions do not require helmets for NVD
operations. (T-1)
2.9.1.1.4. Aircrew helmets will be retained for aircrew wearing aircrew chemical
defense equipment that require helmet mounted devices to perform their mission in a
potential chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear (CBRN) contaminated
environment. (T-1)
2.9.1.2. All aircrew helmets will be subdued factory gray or blended to match the aircraft
color scheme so as not to contrast or brightly reflect off inside of the canopy or cockpit
glass. Exception, AFSOC helmets will be factory gray or urban tan. (T-1)
2.9.1.3. Foreign students may use their own helmets if systems are compatible.
However, continued use will depend on availability of maintenance procedures and
replacement parts. (T-1)
2.9.1.4. Only helmet visor housings and visor fabric covers may be customized with unit
approved designs. Visor housings may only be customized using elastomeric film
(decals), tape or equivalent materials. Designs must not interfere with visor operations,
the EEU-series goggle top latch assembly, or the NVD mounting bracket. Designs will be