For commercial airlines, maintaining the highest safety standards is nonnegotiable; that includes selecting reliable, certified life vests that support both passenger safety and operational efficiency. Airline life vests may be one of the smallest items onboard, but they play an essential role in overwater compliance, crew preparedness, and overall emergency readiness, as long as they are properly maintained.
Like all certified safety equipment, airline life vests are subject to scheduled inspection and recertification after defined service intervals. Once a vest reaches the end of its approved interval, it must be removed from service and inspected by an authorized service center to ensure continued compliance and performance. SWITLIK life vests are engineered for long service intervals, offering dependable performance even after extended periods of stowage.
Airline Life Vests in Overwater Operations
Life vests are required equipment for aircraft operating over water, and their performance directly impacts evacuation outcomes. For airlines, the priorities are clear: vests must be dependable, easy for passengers and crew to don, compact for efficient stowage, and durable through long service intervals. SWITLIK’s airline life vests are engineered to meet these operational needs while exceeding FAA, EASA, and industry test standards for buoyancy, inflation, and long-term storage.
A Closer Look at SWITLIK’s Leading Airline Vests
AV-35 Passenger Life Vest
A trusted solution for airlines worldwide, the AV-35 Series offers:
- Ability to be configured into 4 different donning arrangements to meet your needs.
- Lightweight, compact design optimized for under-seat or pouch stowage.
- Independent twin cell configuration. For redundancy, if one chamber is damaged, the other one will still aid flotation.
- COշ cylinder for inflation, and 2 oral tubes for manual backup.
- Wide neck opening and printed pictorial donning instructions for easier user experience.
- Exceptional durability for long inspection cycles (up to 10-year intervals).
The AV-35’s proven reliability makes it a top choice for fleets that prioritize performance with low ongoing maintenance demands.
AV-200 Passenger Life Vest
The ILV-20 is SWITLIK’s dedicated infant life vest, designed to meet the unique needs of young passengers while supporting airline safety requirements.
Key features include:
- 4-way reversible design. Ensures simple, intuitive donning every time.
- Secure, adjustable fit to accommodate a wide range of child sizes.
- Upright flotation that helps keep the upper body warm and mitigate hypothermia in young children.
- Intuitive design that allows for minimal donning assistance from flight attendants.
- Lightweight construction that minimizes bulk.
The ILV-20 delivers reliable flotation performance for children, giving both families and flight crews confidence in overwater emergency preparedness.
AV-200 Passenger Life Vest
The AV-200 Passenger Life Vest is a lighter, more compact option that is more economical and lightweight that still complies with all safety requirements.
This vest features:
- High-visibility fabrics and a water activated locator light to support rescue efforts.
- Adjustable configuration to ensure comfort for different sizes.
- A 10-year service interval.
- A single-cell configuration, allowing lightweight and compact packaging.
The AV-200 offers reliability at a more economic price point, making it one of the most popular vests among renowned airlines across the globe.
Where Vests Fit Into Broader Safety Protocols
While choosing the right vest is essential, integration with airline safety protocols is equally important. That includes:
- Regular inspection cycles to keep vests in service-ready condition.
- Clear passenger communications through safety brochures and demonstrations
- Crew training to reinforce rapid, confident deployment
SWITLIK designs each vest to support these real-world operational requirements, reducing maintenance burdens and ensuring ease of use under pressure.
Commitment to Airline Safety
Commercial airlines rely on equipment that performs flawlessly when it matters most. With decades of experience and a trusted reputation across the aviation industry, SWITLIK continues to deliver life vests engineered for safety, longevity, and operational efficiency.
For fleets seeking dependable, proven solutions, the AV-35 passenger vest and ILV-20 infant vest remain two of the most trusted options in commercial aviation today.
