Vita Inclinata Technologies have announced that it has achieved a major milestone in rescue operations with the successful completion of Army Airworthiness qualification and Air Force testing for its Vita Rescue System (VRS).

The first VRS units produced for the Army were recently delivered by the Product Director MEDEVAC to the South Carolina Army National Guard. Following initial training, the system is now operational with the South Carolina Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (SC-HART), a critical step in advancing interagency search-and-rescue capabilities.

The rigorous testing, conducted by the U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory and aligned with U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command standards, confirmed the VRS's readiness for mission-critical operations.

“The purpose of the Vita Rescue System is to give the aircraft and operating aircrew complete control over rescue hoist motion. Our objective is to deliver man-machine teamed solutions that enable determinism in helicopter rescue operations,” said Vita Inclinata Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer Derek Sikora. “The successful completion of these test and qualification programs underscores the Vita Rescue System’s potential to revolutionize mission outcomes for military and civilian teams alike.”

‍The Vita Rescue System is a semi-autonomous rescue hoist stabilization technology. It eliminated spin, swing, supports tactical missions with dynamic hoisting capabilities at speeds of up to 80 knots and features plug-and-play compatibility with existing helicopter platforms, requiring no modifications.

‍“Our deployment with SC-HART demonstrates how the VRS is transforming real-world rescue missions,” said Vita Inclinata CEO Caleb Carr. “This collaboration is just the beginning of our impact on saving lives and enhancing operational success through innovation.”