X-it Landing Pad by FireGator
Faster, Safer Emergency Evacuation for Modern School Buses
Rear-exit evacuation procedures have not kept pace with modern bus technology. Sitting and sliding was developed for older diesel buses and slower-developing fire scenarios.
Today’s electric and alternative-fuel school buses present a different risk profile. In many models, the primary energy source is located closer to the rear of the vehicle. When a battery fire occurs, conditions can escalate rapidly with intense heat, toxic smoke, and the potential for thermal runaway.
Evacuation must be faster. Hesitation must be reduced. Injuries must be minimized.
The X-it Landing Pad by FireGator was designed specifically for this reality.
A jump and go evacuation solution built for real emergencies
The X-it Landing Pad supports a jump and go evacuation approach that allows students to exit quickly and move away from the bus without stopping, sitting, or congesting the rear doorway.
By creating a clear, cushioned landing zone, the X-it Landing Pad helps eliminate hesitation, reduces impact injuries, and improves overall evacuation flow during drills and real emergencies.
Key benefits of the X-it Landing Pad
Faster evacuations
Supports rapid rear-exit movement so students clear the danger zone sooner.
Reduced impact and injury risk
Gymnastics-grade cushioning absorbs landing force and reduces stress on knees, ankles, and joints.
Clear instructions built in
Simple evacuation instructions are printed directly on the mat for instant understanding with no setup or explanation required.
Improves confidence during drills
Supports rapid rear-exit movement so students clear the danger zone sooner.
Designed with safety engineers
Developed in partnership with engineers at one of the top gymnastics mat manufacturers in the United States.
Made in the USA
Manufactured domestically with quality materials built for repeated use.
Built for school buses and high-capacity vehicles
The X-it Landing Pad is ideal for:
- Electric and diesel school buses
- Public Transit & Tour Buses
- Coaches and shuttle buses
- High-capacity passenger vehicles
Proven relevance in real-world incidents
Recent electric school bus fires, including a high-profile incident in Los Angeles, have highlighted how quickly conditions can deteriorate during a battery fire. In that incident, the bus was nearly empty. A full passenger load could have led to a much more serious outcome.
The X-it Landing Pad is designed to help prevent those scenarios by enabling faster, safer exits when every second counts.
A smarter approach to evacuation readiness
Evacuation equipment should do more than meet minimum requirements. It should reflect current vehicle technology, real fire behavior, and human response under stress.
The X-it Landing Pad helps districts, operators, and fleet managers modernize their emergency preparedness with a solution designed for today’s risks.
Prepare your fleet for modern emergencies.
Learn how the X-it Landing Pad can improve evacuation safety and response time.