[1] Previous aviation life support equipment consisted of a non-integrated assemblage of protective and survival gear.
It leverages and integrates clothing and equipment, such as the Army Aircrew Combat Uniform, and ballistic protection from other product managers.
[3] The Spiral 3.5 Electronic Data Manager (EDM) is a light, rugged, sunlight-readable touch-screen computer operating on Windows-based software.
[citation needed] The Aircraft Wireless Intercom System (AWIS) provides hands-free, cordless communication between aircrew members.
[10] The Air SS Increment 1a will feature optimized survival equipment (72-hour requirement) and a pocket system that eliminates unnecessary items.
Because of its success as part of the Air Warrior ensemble, the MCS were also being used by crews in ground vehicle platforms in Operation Iraqi Freedom, including Stryker, Abrams, and Bradley.