The Fully Articulating Air Bladder System (F.A.A.B.S., pronounced “fabs”) is a proprietary helmet fit and stability upgrade developed for military and aviation professionals who demand precision, comfort, and protection during extended flight operations. Designed to replace traditional spacers and fit add-ons, the Fully Articulating Air Bladder System delivers a custom, inflation-based fit that adapts to the individual wearer — faster, more accurately, and with measurably better results.
F.A.A.B.S. is straightforward to operate once installed. The inflation bulb can be positioned in any user-selected area of the helmet that is accessible but unobtrusive. The bulb size was specifically chosen to allow quick inflation with immediate tactile feedback. A quick-release button deflates the bladder instantly for rapid helmet removal.
The bladders and tubing are constructed from the same materials used in G-Suit and Life Preserver bladders, ensuring they meet the rigors of aviation use. Maintenance consists of a visual inspection and a 30-minute inflation test, schedulable in parallel with the standard helmet inspection cycle.
The Fully Articulating Air Bladder System allows the ear seal to better conform to the wearer’s skull by providing a pivot-point along the interior of the helmet shell. This ensures the earcup seats flush against the skull rather than leaving gaps caused by non-conformal helmet interiors — increasing hearing protection regardless of earcup type.
Independent studies conducted by both the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force have confirmed these performance improvements across a range of helmets and earcup configurations.
SPH Helmets (4 or 5)
HGU Helmets (55, 56, 68, 84)
Gallet, Paraclete, and EVO Helmets
Compatible with Army Ground Vehicle Helmets
F.A.A.B.S. was extensively tested to withstand the pressure demands of aviation environments. It has been pressure tested to the equivalent of 75,000 feet and exposed to rapid decompression from 22,500 feet to 60,000 feet. All materials are non-corrosive and certified safe for use in pure oxygen environments. The system has been successfully installed across a wide variety of helmets in both military and civilian aviation.
F.A.A.B.S. is compatible with the ALPHA Eagle flight helmet and pairs naturally with Zero-G helmet upgrades for a complete comfort and stability solution.
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