Why replace what still works? This ejection-seat company still relies on vintage warbirds to test its products.

Ejection seats have evolved along with the aircraft they serve. Here is a brief history of the changes time and technology have wrought.

Introducing new, lighter helmet posed challenges for manufacturer Martin-Baker’s F-35 ejection seats.

UTC Aerospace Systems struggled to recover from the setback of losing the F-35 ejection seat competition to Martin-Baker, but with the first customers in hand for its latest ACES 5 the company is targeting domestic and international opportunities.

As fighters become more advanced and expensive, the number of aircraft produced and ordered continues to fall, so Martin-Baker wants to broaden out the market and its capabilities.