Concept Of Use: The body armor is designed to protect
the vital areas of the front and/or back of the aircrew
personnel against .30 caliber AP projectiles at 100 meters range,
0 obliquity.
Description Of Item: The vest is designed with spail
reduction pockets which accommodate the armor plates.
Two quick release snap fastener buckles on the shoulders
and nylon loop/pile front and shoulder flaps provide adjustment
for individual fit.
Weight: Size Regular - 6.4 kg (14 lbs. 3 oz.) with front plate - 12.9 kg (28 lbs. 8 oz.)
with front and back plates.
Size Range: Short, Regular, Long
Specification: MIL C-43544; Carrier Body Armor, Aircrewman, Small Arms Protective
Body Armor, Small Arms Protective, Aircrewman
NSN: 8470-00-935-3174 through 3179 - Front plate only
NSN: 8470-00-935-3181 through 3185 - Back plate only
NSN: 8470-00-935-3192 through 3194 - Front and back plate
NSN: 8470-00-999-1473 through 1475 - Carrier only
Flight safety hazards have been cited by the USA Aviation Test Board on the front armor plate insert when worn by
Pilots and Copilots in OH-58, UH-1, AH-1 helicopters.