According to an aspect, a helmet system includes a communication interface configured to receive a plurality of aircraft data, a memory system configured to store the aircraft data, and a processing system operably coupled to the communication interface and the memory system. The processing system is configured to format the aircraft data into a plurality of time sequential records, store the time sequential records in the memory system, and manage storage within the memory system as a circular buffer.

The present invention relates to a training system for training of a forward controller. The training system utilises a pod housing that can be attached to a hardpoint under an aircraft wing. The pod is configured to receive communications from the forward controller on the ground (or in another aircraft) and communicate wirelessly with an HMD and/or electronic device in the cockpit of the aircraft. This allows cheaper, less expensive aircraft to be used for training purposes.

A wearable flying suit is provided. The suit is in the form of a garment and associated helmet. The garment is form fitting and includes a number of attachments. A pair of pivotally attached wings are positioned on a rear back panel of the garment, the wings coupled to a source of motive power. The wings are made of a lightweight but durable material such as titanium, and are segmented into aerodynamically enhancing feathers. A battery pack is positioned within the garment, the battery pack receiving charge from a solar cell array positioned about the waistline of the garment.

A protective aviation garment is designed to protect a crewmember during flight. The garment includes a bladder layer which retains a pressurized fluid and applies pressure to the user. The bladder layer is semi-permeable, being impermeable to both oxygen and nitrogen and permeable to water vapor. A first fluid tube is formed as part of the bladder layer to deliver the pressurized fluid to the interior of the bladder layer. A cover layer is formed from a fire-retardant fabric surrounding the exterior of the bladder layer. The cover layer is sealed around the first fluid tube and allows the first fluid tube to pass therethrough. The thigh seals are configured to seal the bladder layer to the user such that the bladder layer forms a lower volume and an upper volume. The first fluid tube delivers the first pressurized fluid to the lower volume.

A protective aviation garment is designed to protect a crewmember during flight. The garment includes a bladder layer which retains a pressurized fluid and applies pressure to the user. The bladder layer is semi-permeable, being impermeable to both oxygen and nitrogen and permeable to water vapor. A first fluid tube is formed as part of the bladder layer to deliver the pressurized fluid to the interior of the bladder layer. A cover layer is formed from a fire-retardant fabric surrounding the exterior of the bladder layer. The cover layer is sealed around the first fluid tube and allows the first fluid tube to pass therethrough. The thigh seals are configured to seal the bladder layer to the user such that the bladder layer forms a lower volume and an upper volume. The first fluid tube delivers the first pressurized fluid to the lower volume.

A personal breathing system incorporating a phased-dilution demand oxygen regulator (PDDOR) is disclosed. In embodiments, the breathing system includes a pressurized oxygen source and oronasal mask, a dilution valve for supplying ambient air and a demand valve for supplying pure oxygen. The PDDOR senses the mask pressure associated with the start of an inhalation cycle, maintaining pressure to the demand valve through an initial demand phase during which 100% pure oxygen is supplied through the demand valve. Control pressure within the PDDOR drops throughout the initial demand phase; when the pressure drops below a lower threshold the PDDOR main valve is closed, blocking the demand valve and cutting off the oxygen supply. Ambient air is provided to the mask via a dilution valve to preserve flow to the user.

A disposable garment incorporates a system for collecting fluid waste from a user, i.e., urine, while the user is unable to visit a bathroom for a lengthy time duration. A collection chamber in the system receives urine flow from the user, and the collection chamber connects with a bladder which receives the urine via a one-way Tesla-type tube which prevents backflow during fluid transfer. Also incorporated into the garment is a pair of saddlebags, with each bag connected to a respective portion of the bladder for receiving and holding urine therefrom. For this purpose, each saddlebag contains a liquid absorbing material impregnated with a drying agent. Operationally, each bag is designed to conform against a leg of the user for the expected time duration. At the end of the time duration, the garment and bags are disposed of.

A disposable garment incorporates a system for collecting fluid waste from a user, i.e., urine, while the user is unable to visit a bathroom for a lengthy time duration. A collection chamber in the system receives urine flow from the user, and the collection chamber connects with a bladder which receives the urine via a one-way Tesla-type tube which prevents backflow during fluid transfer. Also incorporated into the garment is a pair of saddlebags, with each bag connected to a respective portion of the bladder for receiving and holding urine therefrom. For this purpose, each saddlebag contains a liquid absorbing material impregnated with a drying agent. Operationally, each bag is designed to conform against a leg of the user for the expected time duration. At the end of the time duration, the garment and bags are disposed of.

Aspects herein provide for an apparel item having an integrated parachute structure and a set of intake ducts. The parachute structure is configured to transition from a first slack state to a second inflated state subsequent to air entering the set of intake ducts incident to ground locomotion of the wearer thereby increasing air resistance to wearer movement.

Aspects herein provide for an apparel item having an integrated parachute structure and a set of intake ducts. The parachute structure is configured to transition from a first slack state to a second inflated state subsequent to air entering the set of intake ducts incident to ground locomotion of the wearer thereby increasing air resistance to wearer movement.