Product: Canopy Severance System (CSS)
Canopy Severance System (CSS) is an emergency escape aid system used for rescue of pilot in the shortest possible time. It consists of two independent sub-systems namely-
1) Ground Egress System (GES)
2) In-flight Egress System (IES)
GES is used during emergency when the aircraft is on ground. It can be operated either by pilot himself or the ground crew. On operation, the canopy is cut along its periphery and then it is removed to facilitate the exit of the pilot.
In-flight Egress System (IES) is used during flight. It is operated by the pilot by pulling the handle of ejection seat. On its operation, canopy is cut over the head of pilot which facilitates him to eject out easily through the canopy
Application of the Product
Emergency escape aid system for pilot in LCA fighter and Trainer aircrafts, HJT 36 and HTT 40 aircrafts