Description
The CB (Chemical-Biological) Respiratory Assembly is a self-contained protective ensemble designed for all forward deployed rotary-wing and fixed-wing aircrew members. Respirator assemblies were provided in the following configurations:
A/P22P-14(V) Helo (self contained)
A/P22P-14(V)2 LOX
A/P22P-14(V)3 OBOGS (On-board Oxygen Generating System) - (this is the version available for sale)
A/P22P-14(V)4 Panel Mounted Regulator
The design incorporates a CB filter, dual air/oxygen supply and a cross-over manifold with ground flight selector switch to provide filtered air for hood ventilation, and filtered air for oxygen for breathing. The system provides enhanced protection and offer anti-drown features.
JSCESM Quick Don Respirator
Mfg. by Gentex Corp., Pennsylvania
User: US Navy, US Marine Corps
Target Capabilities:
Used in conjunction with current below the neck protection
Compatible with most current Aviation Life Support Systems
Provide enhanced survivability without degradation in survival or systems capability
Improvements over the M43 CB Aircrew Mask
Improvements over legacy aviation protective masks:
Replaced obsolete M24 for rotary wing and some fixed wing platform
Prior to fielding this system, there was no protection for fixed wing platforms