For high-performance maneuvers up to +9 Gs and to help prevent G-induced loss of consciousness (GLOC), the Gentex Lightweight HGU-55/P COMBAT EDGE is the standard for all U.S. Air Force F-15 and F-16 aircrew.

Designed to support the U.S. Army Air Soldier Program objective to reduce the weight and bulk of flight safety equipment for extended mission requirements of rotary wing aircrew, the HGU-56/P Rotary Wing Helmet System weighs less than the legacy HGU-56/P RWH System, making it easily wearable during extended use while maintaining industry ...

The HGU-55/E with Single Lens EEK Visor provides head protection against sharp object penetration while redistributing the force of impact over a large region. This helmet is individually crafted in KEVLAR™ and comes standard with a Confor™ foam custom liner.

2025年3月20日 · For decades, the Gentex HGU-55/P and HGU-68/P have provided reliable protection for aircrew operating in demanding environments, but as mission requirements have grown so has the burden on aircrew who were forced to adapt to the added weight from the incorporation of night vision goggles (NVGs) and helmet mounted displays (HMDs).

The HGU-55 is the Air Force’s lightweight fixed-wing helmet designed for a high-g combat environment. The helmet is trimmed wide and high at the eyes for improved vision and high on the sides and back for unrestricted head movement. It includes a fitted leather edge roll, leather ear pads, and leather chin and nape strap pads.

At the moment the HGU-55 is surely one of the most used flight helmets, worn by pilots in Airforces and Law-enforcement agencies worldwide. This type of helmet shell comes with a large variety of visor assemblies depending on the task it is used for.

The HGU-56/P is the most protective helicopter helmet ever made. It is compact and light weight, exceptionally stable, and is widely used by air medical, law enforcement, commercial aviation, by every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and in over 50 other countries.

Designed by Gentex for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, the Gentex HGU-84/P Rotary Wing Helmet provides protection and comfort in a lightweight, low-profile design. In addition to the unique bungee-style dual visor capability, the HGU-84/P easily integrates with Gentex performance enhancing accessories to provide industry leading comfort ...

Engineered for same cross-platform uses as the standard Gentex HGU-56/P Rotary Wing Aircrew Helmet, such as Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Law Enforcement and civilian rotary aircraft. Compatible with existing HGU-56/P accessories, including visor kits, communications systems, night vision goggle mounts, and laser protective eyewear.

For operations with open doors and windows while flying, the helmet can be fitted with a blast shield. The helmet is available in six different sizes. The design of the shell makes it compatible with the M-43 US Army chemical warfare mask and hood. More information on the HGU-56/P can be found in our ANVIS and THG articles.