Martin-Baker Mk. 18

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:archaeological_site
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Martin-Baker_Mk._6
gptkb:Martin-Baker_Mk._17
gptkb:Martin-Baker_Mk._15
gptkbp:certification FAA certified
gptkbp:collaborations various defense contractors
gptkbp:controls mechanical and electronic
gptkbp:deployment manual and automatic
gptkbp:design engineers at Martin-Baker
gptkbp:developer 1950-1955
gptkbp:economic_impact significant in aviation safety
gptkbp:elevation from ground level to 50,000 feet
gptkbp:emergency_services manual override system
gptkbp:features lightweight materials
rocket-assisted ejection
gptkbp:feedback positive
gptkbp:global_presence used by several air forces
gptkbp:height 1.2 m
gptkbp:historical_context Cold War era aviation
gptkbp:historical_event used in various conflicts
gptkbp:historical_significance first to use a zero-zero ejection system
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Martin-Baker Mk. 18
gptkbp:influence modern ejection seat designs
gptkbp:innovation improved pilot safety
gptkbp:inspiration earlier ejection seat models
gptkbp:introduced 1950s
gptkbp:invention multiple patents filed
gptkbp:is_compatible_with various aircraft types
gptkbp:is_designed_for high-speed aircraft
gptkbp:is_tested_for gptkb:Martin-Baker_test_facility
gptkbp:legacy widely used in military aviation
gptkbp:maintenance routine checks required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Martin-Baker_Aircraft_Company
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight up to 600 knots
pyrotechnic charges
gptkbp:notable_event successful ejections in combat
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:military_base
gptkbp:operational_range 0 to 50,000 feet
gptkbp:production_years gptkb:1955
gptkbp:related_model gptkb:Martin-Baker_Mk._10
gptkbp:research_and_development ongoing improvements
gptkbp:safety_features high
extensive testing conducted
gptkbp:seating_capacity gptkb:zero-zero_ejection_seat
gptkbp:specifies detailed in military manuals
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Martin-Baker_Mk._19
gptkb:Martin-Baker_Mk._16
gptkbp:training pilot training programs
gptkbp:type catapult seat
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:user_manual available for pilots
provided to air forces
gptkbp:weight approximately 100 kg
gptkbp:width 0.5 m