Canopy Removal System
Arming / Firing Initiator
Cutting assemblies are mounted in the pilot and gunner doors and
window frames. The linear explosive is contained with the cutting assemblies.
The cutting assemblies are controlled by the pilot or gunner arming/firing
mechanisms. Rotating the arming/firing mechanism handle 90 degrees
counterclockwise (torque required 6 to 12 inch-pounds) will arm the cutting
assemblies. Pulling the handle (20 to 35 pounds tension) will fire the
percussion primer causing the cutting assemblies to be detonated. The explosive
force will be outward and remove two windows and two doors from the helicopter
simultaneously.
| Updated:
12 January 2008 |
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Born on 18 September 1999 |
