In one embodiment, a modular bi-level storage and transport assembly (MTA) includes an upper rigid layer and a lower rigid layer and an adjustable support mechanism, coupled to the upper and lower rigid layers. Furthermore, the support mechanism is operable to expand to increase the distance between the layers, expanding the MTA and forming a space for a containment vessel, and to contract to reduce the distance between the layers, collapsing the MTA.

In one embodiment, a modular bi-level storage and transport assembly (MTA) includes an upper rigid layer and a lower rigid layer and an adjustable support mechanism, coupled to the upper and lower rigid layers. Furthermore, the support mechanism is operable to expand to increase the distance between the layers, expanding the MTA and forming a space for a containment vessel, and to contract to reduce the distance between the layers, collapsing the MTA.

A tank assembly for a helicopter is provided. The tank assembly comprises a retractable tank for storing liquid or other substances, an attachment mechanism, and first and second struts. The retractable tank comprises an upper frame structure. The attachment mechanism is attached to the upper frame structure and is configured to engage a cargo hook mount on the underside of the fuselage of the helicopter. The first and second struts extend from respective opposing sides of the upper frame structure. Each of the first and second struts is configured to engage a respective side mount on the fuselage of the helicopter.

A tank assembly for a helicopter is provided. The tank assembly comprises a retractable tank for storing liquid or other substances, an attachment mechanism, and first and second struts. The retractable tank comprises an upper frame structure. The attachment mechanism is attached to the upper frame structure and is configured to engage a cargo hook mount on the underside of the fuselage of the helicopter. The first and second struts extend from respective opposing sides of the upper frame structure. Each of the first and second struts is configured to engage a respective side mount on the fuselage of the helicopter.

An air cargo container has a tubular head rail extending across the front opening of the container. Sliders are provided in or on the head rail. A curtain door has sheet of flexible material and flexible straps attached to the sheet. The straps are attached to the sliders. The curtain door may be opened and closed via the sliders sliding along the head rail.

A targeted protection assembly operable to protectively cover an item that is to be transported or stored. The targeted protection assembly includes a base and a cover delimiting an interior volume in which an item to be transported or stored can be disposed. The cover is at least partially configured with an inflatable portion in which an inflating medium can be disposed to expand the inflatable portion to, or maintain the inflatable portion at, an inflated disposition.

A targeted protection assembly operable to protectively cover an item that is to be transported or stored. The targeted protection assembly includes a base and a cover delimiting an interior volume in which an item to be transported or stored can be disposed. The cover is at least partially configured with an inflatable portion in which an inflating medium can be disposed to expand the inflatable portion to, or maintain the inflatable portion at, an inflated disposition.

A tank assembly for a helicopter is provided. The tank assembly includes a retractable tank for storing liquid or other substances. The retractable tank includes an upper frame structure. The tank assembly further includes an attachment mechanism attached to the upper frame structure and configured to engage a main rotor transmission of the helicopter to suspend therefrom. A helicopter including a fuselage, a main rotor transmission, and a tank assembly is also provided.

A tank assembly for a helicopter is provided. The tank assembly includes a retractable tank for storing liquid or other substances. The retractable tank includes an upper frame structure. The tank assembly further includes an attachment mechanism attached to the upper frame structure and configured to engage a main rotor transmission of the helicopter to suspend therefrom. A helicopter including a fuselage, a main rotor transmission, and a tank assembly is also provided.

In one embodiment, a modular bi-level storage and transport assembly (MTA) includes an upper rigid layer and a lower rigid layer and an adjustable support mechanism, coupled to the upper and lower rigid layers. Furthermore, the support mechanism is operable to expand to increase the distance between the layers, expanding the MTA and forming a space for a containment vessel, and to contract to reduce the distance between the layers, collapsing the MTA.