buzz44 Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 I am trying to identify and locate a backpack parachute used by Vulcan rear crew members. I have been told they were mk43. Can anyone confirm this or know the correct stores reference/ identification numbers or if they were used in any other aircraft? Any help would be much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatchFuzee Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 Pilot's Notes Vulcan B. Mk. 1A Mk 20 parachute in Part 1, Chapter 18 https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=http://www.airwar.ru/other/manuals/%5Baviation%5D%20-%20%5Bmanuals%5D%20-%20Vulcan%20B%20Mk.IA%20Pilot%60s%20Notes.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwjY6tLCoJnuAhVCtXEKHVutAPQQFjASegQIBBAB&usg=AOvVaw3P3p-CQ5NIrKUqdx-7LagJ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buzz44 Posted January 13, 2021 Author Share Posted January 13, 2021 Wow that was quick. Many thanks. All I have to do now is find one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buzz44 Posted January 14, 2021 Author Share Posted January 14, 2021 MatchFuzee The info you gave me is for a Mk1 Vulcan but I have just found out that the parachute I require was for the later aircraft fitted with the swivel type seat with the quick egress system. The parachute pack was located in the seat with a separate seat restraint harness which I have. I am told the parachute type is a BK MK46/49. An internet search turns up nothing so I wondered if anyone can throw any light on the subject and especially the manufacturer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatchFuzee Posted January 14, 2021 Share Posted January 14, 2021 Every parachute used on a Martin-Baker ejection seat was designed and qualified by IrvinGQ so I wonder if they also made the parachutes for the rear crew. If maybe worth asking:- https://www.irvingq.com/irvingq-products-services/aerial-delivery-search-and-rescue-products/aerial_delivery_personnel/emergency-escape-systems/ You could also try aviation museums and Martin Baker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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