It’s usually the automotive industry that reaps the benefits of
racing innovations. But, for the second time in recent history, a racing innovation has made it’s way to the military
sector. First it was ChampCar pitcrews assiting the Army in refueling their aircraft quicker and more efficiently
(if I do recall correctly). Now, what started out as film tear-aways on a racer’s helmet visor, and was then adapted by
NASCAR in the form of full windshield film tear-aways, apparently got the attention of the U.S. Army. The Army will now
use a thicker, more durable version of the film, on the windscreen of Blackhawk helicopters, which should save them
millions of dollars as they won’t have to replace the helicopter windscreens. No word on when the Pfizer/Viagra
liveried Blackhawks will be on the way to Iraq.
NASCAR innovation to help helicopter pilots
It’s usually the automotive industry that reaps the benefits of
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