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Defence Air Shelters

Our award-winning Covertex Defence AirShelters are compact, robust, and quick to deploy. Developed for both immediate response needs and extended deployments, our Air Shelters are engineered from infrared, blackout material and have removable floor and inner liners to meet the rigorous demands of military operations.

The unique modular inflatable design allows several Air Shelters to be seamlessly connected together, providing flexible configurations. Air Shelters can also be connected to vehicles. Trusted in conflict zones and on peacekeeping missions worldwide, our Air Shelters are reliable and adaptable for critical defence applications.

Ideal for:
  • Command post infrastructure
  • Special operations command and control centres
  • Field hospitals
  • Accommodation
  • Field maintenance workshops
  • Fixed-wing/rotary aircraft hangars
Design features:

Design features: Quick assembly: Simply unroll, secure, and inflate
Easy to transport: Packed shelters are a manageable size
One-piece sealed structure: Provides water and dust protection for sensitive equipment
Military-spec fabric: Fire-rated PVC materials for durability, with optional infrared/blackout
Modular design: Can be used as a stand-alone unit or interconnected with others
Connector socks: Allows connection to vehicles, containers, and other structures
Mesh window vents: Ensures airflow while keeping insects out
Easy maintenance: Removable arch chambers, inner liners, and floor sections for servicing and replacement
Power cable chutes: Prevents clutter and enhances safety
Storm guys: Secures units in heavy weather
Perimeter ground flap: Enables secure fixing on both soft and hard ground

Specifications:

STANDARD PORTICO: 3.2M X 3.2M

External Dimension: L 3.2m x W 3.2m x H 2.65m
Internal Floor Area: 9m²
Weight: 85kg
Packaged Dimensions: 1.0m x 0.65m x 0.5m
[Product code:] DASP 3232 S

STANDARD PORTICO WITH SIDE ENTRANCE: 3.2M X 3.2M

External Dimension: L 3.2m x W 3.2m x H 2.65m
Internal Floor Area: 9m²
Weight: 95kg
Packaged Dimensions: 1.0m x 0.7m x 0.5m
[Product code:] DAS 3232 HSE1

LARGE PORTICO: 6M X 6M

External Dimension: L 6.1m x W 6.0m x H 3.05m
Internal Floor Area: 34m²
Weight: 195kg
Packaged Dimensions: 1.6m x 0.95m x 0.6m
[Product code:] DASP 6060 S

LARGE PORTICO WITH SIDE ENTRANCE AND JOINER: 6M X 6M

External Dimension: L 6.0m x W 6.0m x H 3.0m
Internal Floor Area: 34m²
Weight: 205kg
Packaged Dimensions: 1.6m x 0.95m x 0.6m
[Product code:] DASP 6060 SEJ1

LARGE PORTICO WITH TWO SIDE ENTRANCES AND TWO JOINERS: 6M X 6M

External Dimension: L 6.0m x W 6.0m x H 3.0m
Internal Floor Area: 35m²
Weight: 205kg
Packaged Dimensions: 1.6m x 1.05m x 0.6m
[Product code:] DASP 6060 SEJ2

EXTRA LARGE PORTICO: 9M X 6M

External Dimension: L 9.0m x W 6.0m x H 3.0m
Internal Floor Area: 50.5m²
Weight: 240kg
Packaged Dimensions: 1.6m x 1.0m x 0.8m
[Product code:] DAS 9060 S

EXTRA LARGE PORTICO WITH TWO SIDE ENTRANCES AND TWO JOINERS: 9M X 6M

External Dimension: L 9.0m x W 6.0m x H 3.0m
Internal Floor Area: 51.5m²
Weight: 280kg
Packaged Dimensions: 1.6m x 1.2m x 0.8m
[Product code:] DAS 9060 SEJ2

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