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SAERBAG III
4.6 EARS anti rotation sail
The rescue bag has two EARS anti rotation sails (Figure
33). The EARS anti rotation sails control rotations caused
by the movement of the helicopter during rescue operations.
They are positioned in the foot area on both sides of the
rescue bag and are stored in pockets on the sides of the
rescue bag. The sails have an orange handle outside the
pocket.
Always leave the handle visible and easily reachable for the
operator by fastening it with Velcro to the outside of the
pocket.
Figure 33 – EARS, anti rotation sails
TAKING OUT THE SAIL
1. Hold the orange handle (Figure 34).
2. Pull the handle outwards so the sail comes out completely (Figure 35).
Figure 34 - EARS anti rotation sail handle
Figure 35 – Taking out the EARS anti rotation sail
PUTTING THE SAIL BACK
1. Open the pocket.
2. Fold the sail in a concertina shape inside the pocket (Figure 36 e 37).
Figure 36 – Placing the sail in the pocket
36A
36B
EARS anti
rotation sail
Handle
Rescue Bag Configuration
