Capewell Aerial Systems, LLC

Capewell is an exclusive distributor of Aqua Lung emergency breathing systems (EBS) for aviators. We offer Survival Egress Air (SEA) systems that provide a critical air supply to pilots and crews who are forced to ditch in water—as well as high-altitude oxygen delivery systems for helicopter crews operating in mountainous areas. (PHODS). Aqua Lung’s innovative Emergency Breathing and Inflation System (EBIS) is an innovative, dual purpose system that performs as an inflator as well as a source of emergency breathing air. We offer training programs (your location or ours) to instruct personnel on how to use the equipment in emergency situations and how to maintain it. Our Aviation Life Support Equipment team services and recertifies deployed systems and performs period inspections as required. We sell EBS parts, accessories and a full line of refill equipment as well.

Capewell Aerial Systems is a major supplier of search and rescue equipment to the US Coast Guard, the National Guard, airborne law enforcement agencies, and humanitarian agencies worldwide. We manufacture all of the basic equipment needed for helicopter hoist rescue operations including operator restraints, leg slings and swimmer restraints. Our patented rescue hooks are preferred by military and civilian rescue crews across the globe. CAS provides a huge variety of specialty yokes, harnesses, slings, flotation devices and tactical vests to assist rescue crews to perform under pressure in life-or-death situations. Our exclusive Airborne Tactical Extraction Platform (AirTEP) moves search and rescue operations to a new level by allowing up to ten people to be rescued at once—instead of one at a time.

Capewell Aerial Systems (CAS) engineers, manufactures and assembles complex devices for many applications. Our hardware products and assemblies are patented and set the world standard in their field. Our Emergency Descent Device (EDD) is standard equipment on many commercial jetliners, allowing pilots and crews to descend quickly in emergency situations—or when stairs or ramps are unavailable. CAS’s Auto-Lok and Slide-Lok Helicopter hooks are approved for use by the U.S. Military and preferred by search and rescue organizations worldwide. Marktime ™ precision timing devices are utilized in hundreds of products ranging from washers and dryers to parking meters and military flares.

Like the military, the offshore oil and gas industry relies heavily on helicopters to transport personnel and supplies on a daily basis. Therefore, it made sense for major operators to tap into Capewell Aerial Systems for military grade safety gear and aviation life support equipment (ALSE). Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Our line of PPE includes survival vests, flotation collars, and harnesses not only for helicopter transport crews, but also for offshore rig workers who travel frequently by helicopter. Compressed Air Emergency Breathing Systems (CA-EBS) Capewell Aerial Systems is proud to be the global distributor of the Aqua Lung CA-EBS and has worked closely with the world’s largest manufacturer of CA-EBS to develop a dedicated product line for the Oil & Gas industry. All of the CA-EBS offered meet the Category A standards as set by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and are designed to provide precious minutes of air in the event of a helicopter mishap at sea. Personnel Transfer Another innovative product we provide to the offshore oil and gas industry is the SeaTEP semi-rigid transfer platform which is perfect for short haul crane conveyance of supplies or up to ten workers. This makes for huge savings in both time and money for rig operators and transport companies alike. SeaTEP is safe and easy to use.

Capewell Aerial Systems’ Emergency Descent Device (EDD) is a unique piece of equipment that allows pilots and crew members of large aircraft to descend safely to the tarmac during an on-ground emergency situation requiring aircrew egress or when ramps or stairs are unavailable. The device attaches to the inside of the aircraft and the handle is grasped with two hands by the crew member. Descent is slowed to a comfortable rate by a centrifugal braking mechanism. CAS is the exclusive worldwide supplier and manufacturer of the device which is now standard equipment on many of the world’s largest military and commercial aircraft. The EDD is certified by the FAA for use on aircraft made by Boeing, Airbus and Lockheed. Once deployed, EDDs can be

GENTEX is the leading supplier of aircrew helmet systems for defense and security personnel worldwide. They are preferred because of their specialized features, comfort, ease of use and durability. As a stocking distributor, we have direct access to GENTEX helmets, parts and accessories, so we can provide very quick deliveries. We are especially proud to be the exclusive distributor for the US Army and Coast Guard helicopter crews. Capewell Aerial Systems (CAS) offers the full line of GENTEX helmets for rotary wing aircrews, including the HGU-56P, SPH-4B and SPH-5. In addition, we carry the specialized accessories that make GENTEX helmets the most versatile systems on the market. Options and accessories include communications platforms, specialized visors, maxillofacial shields, oxygen masks and dozens of others. CAS’s ALSE Services Team handles repairs, repaints, refurbishments and upgrades for GENTEX helmets.