CrossBow Vs Boeing 737 Cockpit Door

Published on December 11, 2018
Duration: 5:22

This video details an experimental test comparing the penetration power of an Excalibur Micro Edition crossbow against a Boeing 737 cockpit door. The host, Edwin Sarkissian, demonstrates the crossbow's effectiveness, showing it can penetrate the Kevlar-reinforced door, outperforming some firearms previously tested on the same target. The test includes a secondary target to visualize the arrow's residual energy.

Quick Summary

An Excalibur Micro Edition crossbow with a 280 lb draw weight successfully penetrated a Kevlar-reinforced Boeing 737 cockpit door. This test, conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, showed the crossbow outperformed a .500 Smith & Wesson handgun on the same target.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Boeing 737 Cockpit Door
  2. 00:35Excalibur Crossbow Specs
  3. 01:16Safety Prep & Dog Relocation
  4. 02:13First Shot Results: Penetration
  5. 03:01Second Shot Setup: Water Jug
  6. 03:33Second Shot Analysis: Residual Energy
  7. 04:31Conclusion & Firearm Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a crossbow penetrate a Boeing 737 cockpit door?

Yes, in a test conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, an Excalibur Micro Edition crossbow with a 280 lb draw weight successfully penetrated a Kevlar-reinforced Boeing 737 cockpit door, demonstrating significant power.

What are the specifications of the Excalibur crossbow used in the test?

The crossbow used was an Excalibur Micro Edition model, featuring a substantial 280 lb draw weight. It was equipped with a scope for aiming during the penetration test.

How does the crossbow's penetration compare to firearms against a 737 cockpit door?

The crossbow outperformed a .500 Smith & Wesson handgun, which previously failed to penetrate the same door. However, rifle rounds like 5.56 and 7.62x39 had previously penetrated the door.

What is the construction of a Boeing 737 cockpit door?

The Boeing 737 cockpit door tested was manufactured by C&D Aerospace (Part No. 102000-101) and is noted to be Kevlar reinforced, designed to withstand certain ballistic threats.

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