Airborne Survival Kit

The Airborne Survival Kit is a professional-grade survival kit developed by British special forces for use by Special and Rapid Reaction Forces. It brings together a robust set of tools for navigation, fire lighting, water treatment, signalling, basic repairs and food gathering – all sealed in a compact, waterproof protection pouch.

With layered packaging (foil vacuum pouch, windowed nylon pouch and re-sealable inner bag), the kit is designed to keep critical items dry, organised and ready to use in demanding environments. It is a practical choice for airborne units, specialist response teams, remote patrols and serious outdoor professionals operating across Australia and New Zealand.

Why Teams Choose the Airborne Survival Kit

Designed by special forces: Developed for airborne and special operations units, the kit reflects real-world military requirements rather than purely recreational use.

Multi-layer waterproof protection: An olive green foil vacuum pouch, an outer nylon pouch with window and an air-tight re-sealable inner bag work together to protect contents from moisture and dirt.

Comprehensive tool selection: Includes equipment for navigation, fire lighting, water collection and treatment, signalling, fishing, cutting and basic repairs – covering the core priorities of survival.

Compact and easy to stow: At approximately 25 × 15 × 5 cm and about 380 g, the kit fits neatly in a pack, vehicle, aircraft survival stowage or grab bag without taking over your loadout.

Organised and sealed: Vacuum packing and dedicated pouches help keep components together and in good condition until they are needed, reducing the chance of loss or damage.

NATO codified and proven: The kit carries a NATO Stock Number and has seen wide use in defence and specialist markets, giving confidence that it has been tested in demanding conditions.

What’s in the Kit?

The Airborne Survival Kit typically includes:

• Olive green foil vacuum pouch (inner packaging)
• Black nylon windowed pouch (outer carry pouch)
• Air-tight re-sealable bag
• Green plastic survival bag (emergency shelter or bivvy)
• Mini compass
• Mayday signal mirror
• Tinder cards (firelighting aid)
• Fine cord
• Sail needles
• Needle threader
• Wire saw with wrist loops
• Fishing kit (line, hooks and small accessories)
• Flexible tubing (for drinking or siphoning)
• Fireball flint (fire steel)
• Hacksaw striker
• Brass wire (for repairs or snares)
• Suspender clips (strap or clothing attachment)
• Stainless steel multi-tool
• Matches
• Water bag
• Water purification tablets
• Tornado whistle (high-output distress whistle)

J3Seven can provide the latest contents list, as minor variations may occur between production batches.

Airborne Survival Kit – Key Specifications

• Product name: BCB Airborne Survival Kit
• Manufacturer code: CK028
• Approximate dimensions: 25 × 15 × 5 cm (sealed vacuum pouch)
• Approximate weight: 380 g (fully packed)
• Packaging: Olive green foil vacuum pouch inside a black nylon windowed pouch, with internal air-tight re-sealable bag
• Core functions: Navigation, fire lighting, water collection and purification, signalling, fishing, cutting and basic repairs
• Intended users: Airborne and special forces units, rapid reaction teams, remote operators and experienced outdoor professionals
• NATO Stock Number: typically NSN 8465-99-354-0481 (check current documentation for confirmation)
• Country of manufacture: United Kingdom

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Airborne Survival Kit intended for?

It is designed for defence and specialist users such as airborne units, rapid reaction forces, search and rescue teams and experienced outdoor professionals. It is also suitable for serious bushcraft and expedition use where a robust survival backup is required.

How is this different from smaller tin-style survival kits?

Tin-based kits focus on extreme compactness and pocket carry. The Airborne Survival Kit is slightly larger and heavier but provides more robust tools (such as a multi-tool, survival bag and wire saw with wrist loops) and multi-layer waterproof protection, making it better suited to professional loads and long-duration deployments.

Is the packaging reusable?

The outer nylon pouch and air-tight re-sealable bag are reusable. The foil vacuum pouch is primarily for initial protection; once opened, many users re-pack and organise the kit to suit their own preferences while keeping the nylon pouch as the main carrier.

Can I add or customise items?

Yes. Many organisations and individuals add mission-specific extras such as water sachets, local maps, medication, light sticks or signalling panels, provided the pouch can still be closed securely and carried comfortably.

How waterproof is the kit?

The multi-layer packaging is designed to protect contents from rain, splashes and general field moisture. While highly water resistant, it is not a dedicated deep submersion container, so prolonged immersion should still be avoided where possible.

Is it suitable for Australian environments?

Yes. Combined with appropriate local gear (sun protection, additional water, communications and shelter), the kit is well suited to Australian bush, desert, high country and coastal environments as a robust survival back-up.

Equip your teams with a survival kit developed for airborne and special forces operations. Contact J3Seven to add the BCB Airborne Survival Kit (CK028) to your unit, vehicle and aircraft survival holdings across Australia and New Zealand.