Articles in This Series Part One: Requirements and Expectations Part Two: A Life Raft Primer Part Three: Single-Tube Life Rafts Part Four: Double-Tube Life Rafts Supplement: Manufacturer Contact Information

In this four-part series, AVweb provides an in-depth look at aviation life rafts. We examine the regulatory requirements, the common-sense requirements and what you should look for when selecting an aviation life raft. We also examine both the approved and unapproved rafts for the GA market and let you know which ones will more likely save your life if you ever need to use them.

Air Cruisers Company

P.O. Box 180
Belmar, New Jersey 07719

732-681-3527
FAX: 732-681-9163

BFGoodrich Aerospace Aircraft Evacuation Systems

3414 S. 5th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040

602-243-2200
FAX: 602-243-2300

Eastern Aero Marine

3850 N.W. 25th St.
Miami, FL 33142

800-843-7238
305-871-4050
FAX: 305-871-7873

Hoover Industries

7260 N.W. 68th St.
Miami, FL 33166

305-888-9791
FAX: 305-883-1925

Revere Aerospace Products

3 Fairfield Crescent
West Caldwell, NJ 07006-6204

201-575-8811
FAX: 201-575-1788

Survival Products, Inc.

5614 S.W. 25th St.
Hollywood, FL 33023

305-966-7329
FAX: 305-966-3584

Winslow LifeRaft Company

11700 SW Winslow Drive
Lake Suzy, FL 34266

800-838-3012
941-613-6666
FAX: 941-613-6677