T-45A UJPT, E2-C2, ADV, & IUT Eng-15
Egress System
before the drogue chute
bridles are released
iii)
Harness release system
operates
iv)
Pilot released from seat
(e) Mode 5
Sg 3, fr 31
Mode 5
i)
Seat descends with
Ejection Sequence
drogue chute bridles
Animated Clip
connected to 18,000 ft
MSL where bridles
release
NOTE: This prevents
prolonged exposure to
low temperatures and
thin air (low pressure).
ii)
Parachute deployment
rocket fires to deploy
parachute
a) Rocket falls free of
parachute when
expended - all
modes
iii)
Harness release system
operates
iv)
Pilot released from seat
D.
Summary: the NACES ejection seat consists of
a catapult assembly, main beams, a parachute
assembly, and seat bucket assembly. Attached
to the seat bucket are the seat height
adjustment switch, shoulder harness control
lever, ejection handle, SAFE/ARMED handle,
emergency restraint release handle, leg restraint
system, and rocket motor. The survival kit
contains the emergency oxygen supply, life raft,
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