With its versatile design, the gentex sph5 rotary wing helmet is used by emergency medical personnel, firefighters, government agencies, and commercial pilots around the globe. Interagency aviation safety alert 0701 sph5 flight helmets. The following inspection criteria has been adapted from the gentex sph5 helmet manual. Hgu56p commercial helmet assembly gentex corporation. Gentex active shooter operators manual pdf download. Helicopter helmet repair sound protective helmet aviation survival. Helmet services pro flight gear, llc aviation life. Ive got a gentex sph 5 helo helmet with civilian electronics in it its quite nice.
Helmet parts for the sph type helmet aviation survival. Helmet kit for law enforcement and special ops equipped with opscore multihit handgun face shield. Also, the helmet bag seems to have a plastic zipper. Unfollow gentex helmet to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. It comes with a flight bag, maintenance instructions, earphone spacer packet and earcup fitting spacers.
The navydeveloped aircrew protective helmet no 5 aph 5 and the armydeveloped antifragmentation helmet no. The sound protective helmet4 sph4 is a derivative of the us navy sph3 and was used by the us army since 1970. Dual lens visor housing compatible with anvis system. An optional upgrade to gentex hgu56p and hgu84p rotary wing helmets, the mfs safeguards the wearers lower face from rotor wash, flying debris, and windblast during helicopter operations. Head size up to 714 requires the regular size helmet, and head size 714 and larger requires the extra large helmet.
Aviation headset and helmet upgrades, portable seat cushions, and other comfort and safety products. The visors operate properly and are clean and free of cracks or scratches. It comes with a flight bag, maintenance instructions. Gentex pilot helmets are the top choice of aircraft and helicopter pilots across the us. It has a small whole on the back that can be seen in the photos. The navydeveloped aircrew protective helmet no 5 aph5 and the armydeveloped antifragmentation helmet no. Helmet weight does not need to be an issue if a lightweight helmet is enough to keep you conscious. Gentex sph helmet world renowned gentex sph helmets. Ensure that the chin strap and nape strap have been properly adjusted for a snug fit and are securely attached to the helmet shell. The tactical helicopter group of the rnlaf flightgear. Its kind of weird to fly with it, but what i like is that i can wear my glasses under the visor so i dont need sunglasses. I have no clue if microphone or speakers work understand, storage find here. This helmet is a lighter version of their sph4 helmet which became the standard helicopter helmet in the late 1960s. Oregon aero aviation helmet accessories 8008886910 5035437399.
The gentex sph4b or 5 has some asjustment in it and is a cooler temp helmet with the suspension harness. We have direct access to gentex parts and accessories, so we can provide very quick deliveries. Proper fitting, operation, and maintenance of the helmet is imperative for the safety of the user. Sph5, this is a dual visor helmet almost similar to the sph4 used in the us army.
Ive got a gentex sph5 helo helmet with civilian electronics in it its quite nice. The sph 4 is a singlevisor lighterweight version of the sph 3 and it replaced the two army aircrew helmet then in use. The cord says gentex and the ear phones says sonex t. Anyone able to offer any feedback or recommendations for the performance of either of these helmets. They arent that heavy, and they block a lot of noise.
Will your flight helmet be ready to protect you when the time comes. It is the latest, and best, version of the sph series of helicopter helmets that have been used by helicopter crews for over 50 years. They are manufactured in gentex s iso9001 qualified factory with defense logistics agency oversight, and tested in an as9000c certified laboratory. This helmet is a lighter version of their sph 4 helmet which became the standard helicopter helmet in the late 1960s. Gentex sph5 with dual lens anvis visor helicopter helmet. Head injury, aph5, aviator helmet, crushable earcups, chinstrap, aircraft accident, facial. View and download gentex active shooter operators manual online. Wegge said that the military and doi standard must make the helmet design authorised, simply adopting military commercial versions of the gentex hguin three sizes, design the helmet to fit 98. The sph5 is a lightweight helmet assembly providing head protection, noise reduction, and communication enhancement for helicopter personnel. Believe this was built as part of a training class using all new gentex parts except for the shell. The hgu84p commercial helmet assembly is designed to provide eye, ear, and head protection when properly assembled and fitted to the aircrew member. Combining superior protection and lightweight comfort, the versatile sph5 accommodates a wide range of eyefacial protection, communications, and hearing protection. Its highstrength, lightweight paraaramid and reinforced with epoxy resin shell, it includes a polystyrene energyabsorbing liner and a comfortable fitting system.
Us marine corps lightweight gentex helmet cabeza banda lmch pasgt medium. Gentex sph4 helicopter pilot helmet visor lens 97427. The sph4 is a singlevisor lighterweight version of the sph3 and it replaced the two army aircrew helmet then in use. Gentex is the leading supplier of aircrew helmet systems for defense and security personnel worldwide. Active shooter motorcycle accessories pdf manual download. It was used on the bo105cb and alouette 3 and is now out of service. Latest inner liner for the sph helmet includes a layer of viscoelastic for super comfort. Remove fourthumbscrews thatattach visor assemblyto helmet.
We can fix that cracked shell and repaint your old gentex hph or phoenix helmet to look. Nwcg standards for fire equipment storage and refurbishing. Department of the interior aviation life support equipment. Interagency aviation safety alert united states department. This is a gentex sph4b, which has been in storage since 2000.
Three gentex sph5 helicopter helmets for university of michigan survival flight team, used by the crew of the um hospitals three survival flight eurocopter ec. Authorized gentex distributor providing service and repair with genuine manufacturers parts for gentex aviation flight helmets. This helmet can also be equipped with the anvis system. I am about to purchase either a gentex sph 5 or a hgu84 helmet with anr for use in a civillian machine. Our full line of earpads and earseals for all gentex helmets. Possible usaf hgu26p cap helmet flying helmets and. Combining superior protection and lightweight comfort, the versatile sph5 accommodates a wide range of eyefacial protection, communications, and hearing protection accessories to meet specific and. If any signs of cracks, blurring, dulling, or crazing of the visor occurs, it should be. Gentex sph5 with dual lens the sph5 is widely used in air medical, law enforcement, and commercial aviation. The sound protective helmet 4 sph 4 is a derivative of the us navy sph 3 and was used by the us army since 1970.
It has a light weight helmet shell constructed of graphite, ballistic nylon, fiberglass, and epoxy resin. Forest service usfs, and vendor personnel is the gentex sph5. They are preferred because of their specialized features, comfort, ease of use and durability. The complete helmet assembly and part numbers are available from gentex corporation, carbondale, pa. I wear a sph5 for work and i have no problems with the fit. Sph4 helmet should be converted to sph5 helmets or. We can fix that cracked shell and repaint your old gentex helmet to look and feel like a new helmet. Check the helmet shell for cracks that have broken through the layers of. The protective shield attaches to the helmet with a complete installation kit, weighs less than five ounces, and offers an interface between shield and. It consists of an impactresistant helmet shell, a polystyrene energyabsorbing liner, a. Helmet wear and upkeep general helicopter forum vertical. Gentex sph4 helicopter pilot helmet visor lens 97427 72c2536.
Lightweight hgu55p helmet assembly gentex corporation. Structural damage preventing repair and refurbishment cracked helmet shell. For a flight school you possibly want a generic helmet that is easy to adapt to most head sizes. The gentex sph5 helicopter helmet provides superior protection and comfort in a lightweight design. Due to the noise produced by the ch47d chinook, some pilots suffered from hearing problems. I ski in helmets all day long when i am teaching, and the weight is not an issue. It promotes their new lightweight pilot helmet the sph 5. Unfollow gentex sph4 helmet to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. It was originally a sph4, but was converted at the u. Combining superior protection and lightweight comfort, the versatile sph5 accommodates a wide range of eyefacial protection, communications, and hearing protection accessories to meet specific and evolving flight. Complete visor system, including dual lens housing and two lenses. Com offers helmet shell replacement with a lightweight kevlarfiberglass shell tested to milh43925d that is not prone to cracking with everyday donning of your helmet. With its versatile design, the gentex sph5 rotary wing helmet system is used by emergency medical personnel, firefighters, government agencies, and commercial pilots around the globe.
Unfollow gentex sph 4 helmet to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. We do not use gentex factory parts in the repair of your helmet and use only commercially available parts from companies such as david clark, acousticom, astrocom, etc. Firefighters, law enforcement and other emergency response personnel rely on cromwell, argus, and opscore helmets and capability upgrades to. Illustrated parts breakdown this illustrated parts breakdown lists the most common repair parts for support of the sph5 helmet. The items are modelled according to historical pictures of soldiers of the ww2 war. Details about gentex sph4 helicopter pilot helmet visor lens 97427 72c2536 shield military clear part navy air force army marine sph4b sph5 sph3 4. I have one gentex helicopter helmet used in afghanistan as a contractor. Genuine gentex sph5 commercial helicopter helmets are made according to the latest revision to sph5 specification, ps0058.
This is a promotional decal distributed by gentex in the 1980s. Illustrated parts breakdown this illustrated parts breakdown lists the most common repair parts for support of the sph 5 helmet. Has a new dual visor assembly, both lenses are free of scratches or cracks and work freely. Its standard color is white and it is available in optional paint colors and art. A crack or other serious damage to a helmets shell makes the helmet unserviceable. A helmet that is dot approved is still just a helmet that is dot approved.
I am about to purchase either a gentex sph5 or a hgu84 helmet with anr for use in a civillian machine. Not an expert and i do not want to disturb the helmet to find out. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. Sound protective helmets and other models helmet repairs. A trusted supplier for global defense forces with products that include helmet system platforms and capability upgrades sold under the gentex, opscore, alpha, and aegisound brands. Gentex sph 5 with dual lens the sph 5 is widely used in air medical, law enforcement, and commercial aviation. Gentex sph5 with dual lens the sph5 dualvisor helicopter helmet includes dark outer and clear inner lenses. I think from a liability standpoint you would look really bad if you wore a helmet but did not provide one to a passenger. Evolution helmets is a factory trained helicopter helmet repair center for the evo. Gentex hgu55ig fixed wing helmet system featuring ejectionsafe nvg mount. Helicopter helmet parts for msa gallet, alpha eagle 900 and other helmets. Genuine and approved replacement parts for the sph5 helicopter helmet including every liner, screw and lens.
Gentex flight helmets, helicopter helmets, aircraft. Year unknown, but i do believe it is a gentex helmet. Interagency aviation safety alert its important to understand that once the shell is cracked the helmet is unserviceable and must be replaced. Here we have a 100% vintage original gentex flyers flight helmet sph4 size regular, smoke free, has wear as shown, real deal here. Cracks will weaken the visor and may cause the visor to fail, creating additional hazards during ejection.
Gentex sph 4 cobra, this grey helmet has a single visor kit with the lock knob on the lefthand side. Sph5 and can add a bose a20 the correct way into your existing helmet or a. New high gloss white light weight sph5 gentex helicopter helmet size xl tpl included coiled cord for communications dual visor cleartinted i purchased this helmet for medical helicopter use just prior to being grounded for hurting my back. Holding the earcups in place inside thehelmet, assist the pilot in donning thehelmet figure 25. It promotes their new lightweight pilot helmet the sph5. Integrated helmet and display sighting system ihadss integrated. Most of the military helmets, except the hgu56p, are available to civilians through militarysurplus suppliers. All shells have a 5 year warranty for non impact structure cracks. Details about gentex sph 4 helicopter pilot helmet visor lens 97427 72c2536 shield military clear part navy air force army marine sph 4b sph 5 sph3 4. This package contains 5 custom items pickel helmet for minifigs.
Combining superior protection and lightweight comfort, the versatile sph5 accommodates a wide range of eyefacial protection, communications, and hearing. New high gloss white light weight sph 5 gentex helicopter helmet size xl tpl included coiled cord for communications dual visor cleartinted i purchased this helmet for medical helicopter use just prior to being grounded for hurting my back. I will mainly be using the helmet for utility work, including long liningin a h500 mainly love that high pitch squeal and astar. When buying a helmet for my streetbikes, sure you want one that will hold up when you crash.
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