The Chilean Navy buys Mustang Survival, Belleville and Metasco flight equipment

The Naval Aviation Command of the Chilean Navy awarded Polux Representaciones y Asesoría Limitada, Ameris Chile Limitada and Inversiones Lodilan the acquisition of flight material equipment for an amount of 80,443 dollars.

In September 2020, the bidding entity opened the purchasing process for eight MSF300-type anti-exposure suits, 35 pairs of black cold-weather flight boots, 150 pairs of brown standard flight boots and 600 pairs of green flame-resistant flight gloves. olive to provide equipment to the flight crews of Naval Aviation aircraft.

The institution received a total of 10 proposals submitted by Ameris Chile Limitada, Axaer SpA, Comercial Jorvente, International Technical Supply, Inversiones Lodilan, Pacific Aviation Chile, Polux Representaciones y Asesoría Limitada, Protactical and Rivco Import SpA.

The Bid Evaluation Commission determined to recommend the purchase of Mustang Survival MSF300 anti-exposure suits and Belleville 880 ST cold weather flight boots from Polux Representaciones y Asesoría Limitada, Belleville 330 ST standard flight boots from Ameris Chile Ltda and Metasco Flyer anti-flame flight gloves. ´s Summer Type GS / FRP-2 to Lodilan for obtaining the best weighted grades in the respective item of the process.

Polux Representaciones y Asesoría Limitada will deliver the equipment within 40 days and will provide a six-month guarantee; Ameris Chile will supply the flight boots within 50 days and will provide a 12-month technical guarantee, while Lodilan Inversiones will deliver the gloves. Flame-retardant in 40 calendar days and will grant a 12-month warranty.

anti-exposure suit

The MSF300 is Mustang Survival's aircrew drysuit with three performance layers combined into two layers offering increased mobility, reduced volume and thermal loading.

The outer shell uses a Gore-Tex/Nomex fabric blend that is waterproof, breathable, flame retardant and antistatic. High-wear areas are strategically reinforced to improve suit durability and prevent abrasion damage that could compromise suit integrity.

The breathable thermal liner provides insulation and emergency flotation and features Mustang's closed-cell aerated foam padded with wicking fabric that wicks excess moisture away from the body. An adjustable neck seal utilizing Mustang's patented Closed Comfort System (CCS) can be worn loose for out-of-water comfort and can be quickly tightened to keep water out and trimmed to fit neoprene wrist seals. provide hermetic integrity.

The thermal liner can be easily removed from the outer shell to reduce thermal protection where it is not required operationally. An ergonomically designed rear entry allows for donning and doffing. Integral pockets are designed for a variety of uses and provide easy access even when wearing a survival vest over the suit.

The orange colored MSF300 to be delivered by Polux Representaciones y Asesoría Limitada includes universal size dry socks, trim to fit wrist seals and CCS adjustable neck seal.

Belleville Flight Boots

Belleville's 880 ST Flight Boots are designed for use by law enforcement and military personnel working in cold and wet weather conditions. The inner lining contains an additional layer of Thinsulate Insulation to provide additional comfort and warmth, while at the same time allowing air to circulate. The outer Gore-Tex lining provides, meanwhile, the highest waterproof quality and protects the feet from moisture and allows the release of internal moisture.

The 880 ST contains a patented Vanguard midsole that provides an athletic feel and protects the feet, legs and joints from injury, a Vibram Fire & Ice Chevron outsole that provides better grip on slippery terrain and does not thicken as the outside temperature drops. and a steel toe cap that provides additional foot protection.

The 330 ST from Belleville is one of the most durable and comfortable military flight boots on the market. It has an antimicrobial lining and Belleville's Vanguard midsole. It features a steel toe cap that is electrically hazard rated and meets ASTM requirements and a flight-approved fabric upper.

Certified by the United States Navy, the model features Vibram's Chevron outsole and a removable polyurethane insole. It also features a tread pattern designed for the flight line and that minimizes foreign object debris (FOD). ). The 330 ST meets Berry standards and is made, like the 880 ST, in the United States.

flight gloves

Metasco's Flyer's Summer Type GS / FRP-2 fire and heat resistant flight gloves are made of flame and heat resistant Nomex and yarn providing maximum thermal protection to the users hands.

The palms are made from soft shearling while the back of the pilot gloves is made from a soft flame resistant Nomex knit fiber that stretches for a comfortable fit. Aviator gloves remain soft and supple even after getting wet or washed with warm water and hand soap.

Engineered to MIL-DTL-81188C military specification flight glove standards, the flight garment provides coverage that extends beyond the wrist for added protection and safety.