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flag The U.S. Army adopted a new safety strap in Jan 2026 to improve patient safety and speed during medical evacuations.

flag In January 2026, the U.S. Army adopted a new safety strap, the SK-1189-V, developed by Oregon Army National Guard aircrews to solve a critical issue with the Vita Vertical Rescue System during medical evacuations. flag The strap, designed to overcome the limitations of standard seat belts when the VRS is attached, features a Cobra buckle and fits multiple Black Hawk floor configurations, improving patient safety and reducing setup time. flag After collaboration with Skedco and six months of testing at Fort Rucker, the U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory certified the device for use across all MEDEVAC units. flag The first operational training with the new system occurred on January 21, 2026, marking a nationwide upgrade to rescue safety and efficiency.

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