BEagle,
(and he was caught by the belt loop whilst trying to get out of the flight deck window)
I don't know if it is still in service, but the 'approved flying combat suit certainly had belt loops in which to loop the 'approved' nylon web belt.
Also the jacket pockets were buttoned which would have the same catching effect, as many a cam net proved!
PTT,
The whole issue of Flt Safety and clothing depends on also having natural fibres as under clothing, so wearing C95 under the suit is probably as dangerous as not wearing it. Although, sadly, the majority do wear C95 under their suit as a matter of course, as they did with lightweight trousers. Its a shame the Army got rid of the OG trousers, pure cotton, but creased easily. Not smart Sgt Major!!
Timex,
"All DPM kit is now authorised by JHC to be worn, and what is the difference if you are in the front or the back, a fire is a fire."
Can you get that in writing? and who from JHC will stand up in court over this?
Amateur Aviator has it exactly. The same effect as when tidying up the ends of a length of para cord!
Gary Astazu,
It's not a matter of how it performs when you are sat in the BBQ as you say, its enough to give you extra time if by then you haven't inhaled the vapour/smoke etc.
From the
DuPont site itself, what is Nomex?
The inherently flame-resistant properties provided by NOMEX® mean that those who rely on it are safe and protected from the hazards they face on the job every day.
Flame resistant, not proof.
This subject was always good for a pre-exercise discussion, as was cam cream when you are sat in a chuffing big whirly shiny loud thing.
Memories of Dartmoor, aircrew sat having a chat, SSM pipes up,
"Oy! you lot keep the noise down we're supposed to be tactical, so shut the fcuk up!"
Immediately followed by...... the ignitors of 4 Lynx sparking up. (couldn't have timed it better.)
Timex;
As for running away from the enemy in an E&E situation.
You've got to survive the crash first!!!
Besides, do you wear flying boots, aircrew/flashy watch. By the Geneva convention you have to divulge your rank, so perhaps Flt Lt etc is a bit of a giveaway!