Protecting Crew
and Passengers
Cargo
Restraint
Cabin
Safety
Fire
Protection
Defence
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Protecting Crew
and Passengers
Cargo
Restraint
Cabin
Safety
Fire
Protection
Defence
MRO
Installed Physical Secondary Barrier
Regulation
Mandated by the Saracini Enhanced Aviation Safety Act and an increased need for flight deck safety, AmSafe’s IPSB solution ensures all new‑to‑market Part 121 commercial aircraft comply by August 2026.
Design
Developed from high performance textile, our curtain assembly delivers cut resistance, built‑in fire protection, and a patented locking system. The IPSB is compact, with a low visual profile to seamlessly integrate onboard.
Trusted Partner
We have been selected by AIRBUS for their A220 fleet. Contact us to discover future collaboration.
Retrofit
Customisable for any fleet, with full lifecycle support worldwide.
Regulation
Mandated by the Saracini Enhanced Aviation Safety Act and an increased need for flight deck safety, AmSafe’s IPSB solution ensures all new‑to‑market Part 121 commercial aircraft comply by August 2026.
Design
Developed from high performance textile, our curtain assembly delivers cut resistance, built‑in fire protection, and a patented locking system. The IPSB is compact, with a low visual profile to seamlessly integrate onboard.
Trusted Partner
We have been selected by AIRBUS for their A220 fleet. Contact us to discover future collaboration.
Retrofit
Customisable for any fleet, with full lifecycle support worldwide.
Installed Physical Secondary Barrier
Complies with FAA regulation 14CFR.25.795(a)(4)
Deploy and stow in under 60 seconds
Fast installation in under 30 minutes
Force, cut and fire-resistant textile
Designed to keep on-board branding visible
Compact design for seamless cabin integration
Minimal impact to egress when stowed
Patented locking mechanism with 5 second intrusion delay
Sleek profile reduces impact on standard crew operations
Key Features & Benefits
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Compliant with FAA regulation for all new commercial aircraft operating under Part 121 in the US
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Uniquely developed from high performance engineered textile
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Provides a minimum 5 second delay against any attempt to forcefully enter the flight deck
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Visually non-intrusive in the cabin environment – keeping branding on board visible
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Minimal profile when stored – negligible impact to egress and standard crew operations
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Lightweight and intuitive, requiring minimal training for crew to operate due to ease of use
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Tested for 600‑lb force resistance, plus durable cut and fire protection
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Full design flexibility to fit around existing monuments
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Suitable for retrofit to in-service aircraft with full life-cycle support
1
Compliant with FAA regulation for all new commercial aircraft operating under Part 121 in the US
2
Uniquely developed from high performance engineered textile
3
Provides a minimum 5 second delay against any attempt to forcefully enter the flight deck
4
Visually non-intrusive in the cabin environment – keeping branding on board visible
5
Minimal profile when stored – negligible impact to egress and standard crew operations
6
Lightweight and intuitive, requiring minimal training for crew to operate due to ease of use
7
Tested for 600‑lb force resistance, plus durable cut and fire protection
8
Full design flexibility to fit around existing monuments
9
Suitable for retrofit to in-service aircraft with full life-cycle support
Media Gallery
As Seen in The Press
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Amsafe Bridport creates tough lightweight secondary cockpit barrier
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The AmSafe IPSB complies with FAA regulation 14CFR 25.795(a)(4) which requires all aircraft under Part 121 in the United States to have one installed in new aircraft from August 2026.
Yes, the IPSB can be customized to suit airline branding guidelines. In addition, the IPSB does not obscure the existing corporate branding.
The AmSafe Bridport ISPB is designed for seamless integration into the aircraft’s existing structures and monuments. Installation can typically be completed in less than 30 minutes during regular maintenance checks, with minimal disruption to operations.
Yes. The IPSB is lightweight, and its intuitive design requires minimal training for cabin crew to operate.
No. The IPSB is engineered to integrate smoothly into standard crew procedures and does not obstruct emergency egress or access to critical equipment and procedures.
Yes. AmSafe Bridport offers retrofit solutions for existing fleets, allowing airlines to upgrade their aircraft ahead of the regulation deadlines or to maintain fleet consistency.