Rappelling rig

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2007-05-15

2007-05-15

Thompson, II, Hugh B. (Department: 3634)

Fire escape, ladder, or scaffold

Torso harness

C182S009000, C244S15100A

Reexamination Certificate

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10867129

ABSTRACT:
A rig for use in conjunction with a helicopter or other aircraft which allows the aircraft to be quickly converted to use as a platform for rappelling. The rig is preferably constructed of strapping materials into relatively planar main body portion with attached legs which connect to the struts supporting the helicopter's landing gear. The rig may also be bent and folded for compact storage without loss of structural integrity.

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Interagency Helicopter Rappell Guide, Nov. 2001.
Tyler Technologies, Inc., Tyler Special Operations Platform, brochure, pp. 1-2, Van Nuys, CA, USA, undated.

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