NMFC 11950 - Aircraft Escape Slides, Deflated | Class 150

Note 11951: NOTE-Also applies when shipped with survival kit or components.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm the item matches NMFC 11950: deflated pneumatic aircraft escape or evacuation slides with gas‑charged cylinder actuator assemblies in boxes; review Note, item 11951 for any configuration exceptions.
2. Use rigid, double‑wall boxes with foam cradles or custom blocking to immobilize cylinders and firing heads. Install OEM safety pins/caps, add “This Side Up” and “Do Not Crush” labels, and avoid top‑stacking.
3. Prepare hazmat documentation: list NMFC 11950 and Class 150 on the BOL, declare hazardous materials per the SDS, include an emergency contact, and apply required orientation and hazard labels on the box.
4. Book a hazmat‑authorized LTL carrier and flag any AOG or time‑critical needs. Consider insurance for high‑value safety equipment and request liftgate or inside delivery where airport/MRO docks require.

Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.

• Predictable Class 150 rating—no density calculation—speeds quoting and prevents rating disputes.
• Proper hazmat declaration for gas‑charged actuators reduces reclass fees, refusals, and terminal holds.
• Boxed, immobilized packaging minimizes damage to costly safety gear, lowering OS&D and cycle‑time at MROs.
• Clear NMFC mapping supports airline and repair‑station compliance, enabling faster AOG recovery and less downtime.