RAPID HELIPAD®
RAPID Helipad® is a ground breaking inflatable landing pad designed for emergency and critical missions. Deployed mid-air, it self-inflates with nitrogen in minutes, providing a stable and secure surface for helicopter landings in situations where no land options are available. Whether for planned operations or emergency landings in challenging environments, RAPID Helipad® ensures safety and reliability when it matters most.
Key Benefits
Self-Inflating Technology
Deployed mid-air, the helipad inflates with nitrogen within minutes, ensuring rapid readiness for immediate use.
Emergency Landing Solution
Provides a secure and stable surface for helicopters in situations where traditional landing options are unavailable, crucial for emergency scenarios.
Compact and Portable Design
Lightweight and easy to transport, it can be carried by helicopters and deployed in remote or inaccessible areas.
Durable Construction
Made from reinforced materials to withstand extreme conditions, ensuring reliability and safety during critical operations.
Enhanced Safety
Designed with high-visibility markings and anti-slip surfaces to facilitate safe landings in diverse environments.
Versatile Deployment
Ideal for military missions, search and rescue operations, disaster response, and remote medical evacuations.
Reusable and Cost-Effective
Can be deflated, packed, and redeployed multiple times, reducing overall costs while supporting sustainability goals.
Technical Specifications
Helipad Details
- Self-inflates with nitrogen within minutes when deployed mid-air.
- Made from reinforced materials designed to withstand extreme conditions.
- Features high-visibility markings and anti-slip surfaces for safe landings.
- Lightweight and compact design for easy transport by helicopters.
Operations Capabilities
- Provides a stable landing surface in locations where traditional options are unavailable.
- Can be deployed in remote or inaccessible areas during emergency scenarios.
- Supports multiple mission types including military, search and rescue, and medical evacuations.
- Reusable system that can be deflated, packed, and redeployed multiple times.
MATERIAL COMPOSITION
- Built with Double Wall Reinforced Fabric (DWRF) for durability, scalability, and resilience.
- Drop-Stitch Construction: 2,400 polyester fibers/sq ft between Urethane/PVC layers for rigidity when inflated.
- TPU Coating: USA-made, Berry Compliant, durable, puncture-resistant, lightweight, tested -56.7°C to +82.2°C.
- PVC Coating: Globally sourced, abrasion-resistant, waterproof, cost-effective for military/industrial use.
- Pressure Efficiency: 7-15 PSI for strong structural integrity and load capacity on land/water.
- Scalability: Modular designs for flexible operational configurations.
- Resilience: Withstands extreme temps, heavy loads, and harsh weather for reliability.
- Customisable: Modular sizes/shapes for military uses like hangars, barracks, medical units, and more.