What's inside a Boeing 737 Emergency Exit Door?

Published on May 4, 2018
Duration: 11:35

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a Boeing 737 emergency exit door. While .22 LR and 9mm rounds show limited penetration or inconsistent results, a .50 AE round easily pierces the entire door assembly. Disassembly reveals the door is constructed from lightweight materials like plastic and thin metal, not designed for ballistic protection.

Quick Summary

A Boeing 737 emergency exit door is not bulletproof. While it resisted .22 LR and showed inconsistent results with 9mm rounds, a .50 AE round easily penetrated the entire assembly. Its construction consists of lightweight plastic, insulation, and sheet metal, not designed for ballistic protection.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Boeing 737 Door Overview
  2. 01:25.22 LR Ballistic Test & Ricochet
  3. 03:489mm Ballistic Test with Glock 19X
  4. 05:08.50 AE Ballistic Test with Desert Eagle
  5. 05:44Internal Door Construction Revealed
  6. 08:30Window Test & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when a Boeing 737 emergency exit door is shot?

During ballistic testing, .22 LR rounds failed to penetrate the rear, while 9mm rounds showed inconsistent results. However, a powerful .50 AE round easily pierced the entire door assembly, indicating it's not designed for ballistic protection.

Is a Boeing 737 emergency exit door bulletproof?

No, a Boeing 737 emergency exit door is not bulletproof. Testing showed that while it resisted smaller calibers like .22 LR and 9mm to some extent, it was easily penetrated by a .50 AE round. Its construction is lightweight, not intended for ballistic defense.

What is a Boeing 737 emergency exit door made of?

A disassembled Boeing 737 emergency exit door reveals internal components like latches, thick insulation, and a sheet metal outer skin. The interior panels are made of plastic, highlighting its lightweight construction rather than ballistic armor.

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