ATTENTION SKYBLAZER XLT OWNERS —
ORION HAS ISSUED A SAFETY NOTICE
AND PRODUCT QUARANTINE

September 26, 2008 Orion Safety Products, manufacturer of the Skyblazer hand-launched red aerial flare (“Skyblazer”), has received a report indicating the safety sleeve on the Skyblazer may become detached from the launch tube body during ignition (see diagram below for visual depiction of parts). A report from the field indicates that upon this occurrence, users experienced bruised knuckles, a punctured finger nail and a lacerated finger in at least one instance.

Safety & Distress Signaling Devices

Marine Safety & Distress Signals for all boaters, USCG and SOLAS approved signals

Highway Safety Tips, Road Flares and Expert Opinions

Wildfire Backfire Torches, Smoke Signals, Aerial Signals and Accessories

Orion Safety Products

A complete selection of safety and distress signals & flares, first aid kits, accessories, signaling guides and information on federal regulations.

Our product lines include: Marine Flares, Road & Highway Emergency Flares, Backfire Torches, First Aid Kits, and Lightsticks for the recreational and commercial boater, state and municipal police agencies, and professional wildfire fighters.

Travelling with Flares?
Be sure to visit the FAA website to understand the regulatory constraints of carrying signal flares. Go to http://ash.faa.gov/Passenger.asp