The Helicopter Newspaper - October 2009

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INSIDE THIS EDITION: Sikorsky breaks ground • The business of transporting helicopters • THN tid-bits • NTSB reports • The anatomy of aviation insurance

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Era Training Center has announced hat it has entered into an agreement with AgustaWestland for the construction of two AW139 Flight Simulator Training Devices (FSTDs). The first FSTD will be installed at Era Training Center’s facility in 2011 and will meet the certification requirements defined by FAA Part 60, Level 6.

AgustaWestland, as prime contractor, has partnered with Frasca International, Inc. to support the development and production of the FSTDs, with work being carried out at Frasca’s facilities in the USA and at AgustaWestland’s facilities in Sesto Calende, Italy. Frasca built the two advanced Level 6 FSTDs, the AS350 B2 and the EC135 CPDS P2+ currently offered for training programs by Era Training Center.

The FSTDs will represent the

Era announces agreement with Agustawestland for two AW139 FSTDs

cockpit of a standard offshore AW139 helicopter, providing high fidelity replications and simulations of the controls, displays and systems to train aircrew on a range of ground and flight operations procedures. The FSTD’s visual system will provide real time, high brightness and high-resolution imagery with a 200 x 70 degree field of view presented on a spherical screen using TruVision™ Global, featuring worldwide coverage at a base map level. This base map includes over 10,000 runways, coastlines, representative terrain, rivers, roads and more, allowing the pilot to “fly” anywhere in the world and view representative terrain and runways in each area. EMS hospital and scene locations are incorporated into the database along with high resolution

modeling of the Gulf of Mexico.A high-fidelity simulation of the

helicopter’s flight characteristics and a high-performance electric control loading system, providing high fidelity control forces, gives pilots a very realistic “flying” experience. To add to the reality, the FSTDs have a high-fidelity simulation of the avionics and helicopter systems (engine, fuel, etc) based on true aircraft data and a digital sound system for both instructor/crew communication providing realistic aircraft and equipment aural cues.

Each FSTD will also have an on-board Instructor Operating System (IOS) located behind the crew seats so that the instructor can monitor crew training and control simulation. Control functionality includes scenario and sortie definition, malfunction injection and parameter freeze via a highly flexible and user-friendly workstation designed to optimise instructor workload. The FSTDs will also come with an off-board PC based debriefing station to review training sessions with the students.

“We are very pleased to be acquiring the AW139 FSTD for our training needs, as well as offering its availability to other operators of this aircraft. Era believes the AW139 provides the highest level of comfort and safety available for our customers and passengers, while ensuring that our flight crews have the necessary reserve power, control authority and stability to safely maneuver during those times when a flight might encounter challenges. The AW139 FSTD will replicate the aircraft precisely, offer a high level of training for emergencies, as well as honing mission specific proficiency and Crew Resource Management Skills,” states Paul White, General Manager, Era Training Center.

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HAI President Matt Zuccaro testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure’s Aviation Subcommittee concerning the Hudson River airspace and management of uncontrolled airspace corridors. The hearing was prompted by the mid-air collision over the Hudson River involving a helicopter and a Piper PA-32R-300 airplane in August, which resulted in the deaths of all nine people onboard both aircraft.

Providing an overview of the safety of helicopter operations, Zuccaro testified to his activities as a member of the recently convened FAA N.Y. Airspace Task Force, along with his almost 30 years of past experience as a pilot and executive manager for flight operations within the N.Y. Class B airspace and his service on a number of study groups involving the airspace. He stated that, by making mandatory the existing voluntary practices, which have been used safely for the past 26 years, the FAA would eliminate any ambiguity and would standardize procedures within the airspace. He went on to say that the FAA’s proposal to establish three tiers of airspace would enhance separation of transiting aircraft and agreed that the FAA’s recommendation to standardize the floor of the Class B controlled airspace at

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Zuccaro concurred on the need to standardize the procedures for fixed-wing aircraft entering the Hudson River Exclusion, and also the three aeronautical maps which relate to this airspace, as well as the reallocation of the available Unicom frequencies utilized at New York City

heliports, which he believes will reduce frequency congestion and enhance pilot communication capability. Zuccaro pointed out that no single recommendation is a silver bullet, but together, each of these recommendations offered would make a real difference towards enhancing safety. Zuccaro also testified that training is the cornerstone to any

effort to reduce accidents and improve safety, and said that HAI looked forward to working with the Subcommittee and other interested parties to ensure the highest level of safety within the New York Class B excluded airspace, and similar such environments throughout the National Airspace System.


OctOber 2009october 3-4 Rotorfest 2009, West Chester, PA, www.helicoptermuseum.orgoctober 7-8 Airports & Their Challenges Conference, Paris, France, www.air-space-academy.orgoctober 20-22 NBAA 62nd Annual Meeting and Convention, orlando, Fl, www.nbaa.orgoctober 20-22 AFCEA Infotech, Dayton, oH, www.dwafcea.orgoctober 25 Wings, Wheels & Rotors, Los Alamitos Army Airfield, www.WWREXPO.netoctober 26-28 AMTC, San Jose, CA www.aams.orgoctober 28-29 Secure London, london, uK, www.shephard.co.uk

NOvember 2009November 4-5 Heli-Power 2009, Prague, Czech Repub-lic, www.shephard.co.ukNovember 5-6 Aerial Fire Fighting Conference & Exhibition, Rome, Italy, www.tangentlink.comNovember 5-7 AOPA Expo, Tampa, Fl, www.apoa.orgNovember 30-Dec 2 Int’l Aviation Trade Show & Congress, Cancun, Mexico, www.expo-ciam.com

December 2009December 8-10 MRO Asia, Hong Kong, www.aviationweek.com

JaNuary 2010January 20-22 AHS Special-ists’ Conference on Aero-mechanics, San Francisco, CA, www.vtol.org

February 2010February 2-7 Singapore International Air Show 2010, Singapore, www.singaporeairshow.com

February 21-23 Heli-Expo 2010, Houston, TX, www.heliexpo.com

march 2010March TBA PAMA 2010 Aviation Maintenance & Management Symposium, www.pama.orgMarch 10-12 HeliMex 2010, Toluca, Mexico, www.mbaeexpo.comMarch 16-17 Aerial Fire Fighting Conference & Ex-hibition, Vancouver, Cana-da, www.tangentlink.comMarch 20-22 HeliRussia, Moscow, Russia, www.helirussia.ruMarch 24-25 Wildland Urban Interface, Reno, NV, www.oafc.org

april 2010April TBA MRO North America, www.aviationweek.comApril 11-13 HAC, Quebec City, QC, Canada, www.h-a-c.caApril 13-18 Sun-n-Fun, lake-land, FL, www.sun-n-fun.orgApril 14-15 Defense IT 2010, london, uK, www.shephard.co.ukApril 20-22 AIAA Infotech & Aerospace, Atlanta, GA www.aiaa.orgApril 21-22 Search and Rescue 2010, Aberdeen, Scotland, UK, www.shephard.co.ukApril 25-30 MTLI, Wheeling, WV, www.aams.org

may 2010May TBA AAAA Annual Convention, www.quad-a.orgMay 18-20 ITEC, Brussels, Belgium, www.itec.co.ukMay TBA CBAA Convention, Calgary, Canada, www.cbaa.caMay 2-5 Fire Rescue Med, Las Vegas, NV, www.iafc.org

May 4-6 EBACE, Geneva, Switzerland, www.ebace.aeroMay 25-27 Heli-Pacific/UV Pacific 2010, Queensland Australia, www.shephard.co.ukMay 31-June 2 St. Peters-burg Int’l Conference on Intergrated Navigation Systems, St. Petersburg, Russia, www.aiaa.org

JuNe 2010June 8-13 ILA, Berlin, Germany, www.ila-berlin.comJune 17-18 Air Power, london, uK, www.shephard.co.ukJune 14-18 Eurosatory, Paris, France, www.eurosatory.com

July 2010July 14-17 ALEA 2010, Tucson, AZ, www.alea.orgJuly 19-25 Farnborough International, uK, www.farnborough.comJuly 26-August 1 EAA Air-venture, oshkosh, WI, www.airventure.org

august 2010August 2-5 AIAA Guidance Navigation & Control, Toronto, Canada, www.aiaa.orgAugust 25-29 Fire Rescue Int’l, Dallas, TX, www.iafc.org

september 2010September 13-15 AIAA Avia-tion Technical Intergra-tion & Operations Confer-ence, Ft. Worth, TX, www.aiaa.org

OctOber 2010october 11-13 AMTC, Ft. lau-derdale, Fl, www.aams.orgoctober 5-7 Helitech Portu-gal, Airport Cascais, Portu-gal, www.helitecheurope.comoctober 19-21 AFCEA Info-tech, Dayton, oH, www.dwafcea.org

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NOvember 2010November TBA Aerial Fire Fighting Conference & Exhibition, Spain, www.tangentlink.comNovember 1-3 AHS Inter-national Meeting on Advanced Rotorcraft Technology and Safety Operations (Heli Japan), ohmiya, Japan, www.vtol.orgNovember 15-19 Dubai Hel-ishow 2010, Dubai, www.dubaiairshow.org

February 2011February 20-24 IDEX 2011, Abu Dhabi, UAE, www.idex2009.com

march 2011March TBA Heli Middle East, Doha Qatar, www.shephard.co.ukMarch 10-15 Avalon 2011, Geelonh, Victoria, www.airshow.net.au

april 2011April 12-15 LAAD 2011, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, www.laadexpo.com

may 2011May 1-6 MTLI, Wheeling, WV, www.aams.orgMay 17-19 EBACE, Geneva, Switzerland, www.ebace.aeroMay 24-27 AIRMED World Congress, Brighton, eng-land, www.aams.orgMay 30-June 1 St. Peters-burg Int’l Conference on Intergrated Navigation

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GRAND PRAIRIE, TX – American Eurocopter, the nation’s leading provider of civil turbine helicopters, delivered an EC120 today to JRW Aviation, Inc. This is the first helicopter purchased by the company and it will be used for corporate and VIP travel.

JRW Aviation is a local Texas company owned by Jim Wikert. When he was looking for a helicopter, Wikert said that he was looking for a combination of performance, styling, price and

support. “American Eurocopter and the EC120 pulled everything together into the package I was looking for,” he explains. “The EC120 has a very modern look with performance to match, and the training and support from American Eurocopter has been outstanding.”

The EC120 has proven itself as one of the top selling, single-engine helicopters in its class by outselling the competition by a margin of two to one over the last

five years. This popularity carries over to the global

JRW Aviation takes delivery of EC120market where more than 600 EC120s have been delivered, with 125 delivered to customers in the United States.

The EC120 is powered by one Turbomeca ARRIUS 2F engine and the aircraft is known for its low fuel consumption. The aircraft’s maneuverability and low pilot workload have made it the choice for civilian and

parapublic missions across the United States. The EC120 features modern technologies, such as the Vehicle and Engine Multifunction Display (VEMD), and the new generation Fenestron® tail rotor, which provides one of the most environmentally conscious sound signatures among civil turbine helicopters.

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The business of transporting helicoptersA request to move a sailplane launched a well established trucking company into the business of aircraft and airframe transport more than twenty years ago. Now, H.W. Farren Trucking and Rigging is the recognized leader in helicopter transport.

Originally founded in 1959, The H.W. Farren Trucking and Rigging Company was purchased by Frank Antonucci and his son, Phil, in the 1970s, and was incorporated in March, 1981. Glenn Wargo joined Farren in 1989 after working for an air cargo and major airline.

It was Wargo’s sailplane that was the first aircraft transport challenge. This was quickly followed by a request from a helicopter owner to help to retrieve a helicopter that taxied off the runway and into a ditch. The operator, Bogie Bilyk, then recommended Farren’s services to three more clients,

including Keystone Helicopter. After transporting aircraft for these clients, the opportunity came for to transport SH-70 Seahawks for export.

The Antonucci family and Wargo designed and modified a trailer to specifically transport the Blackhawk, Seahawk, and S-76 helicopters. “In addition, we

developed a cradle system that reduced the height of the S-76 helicopter,” explained Wargo. “It also resulted in reducing costs for Sikorsky and making safer transport.” This trailer is still in service today and has been modified to transport the Agusta Westland AW-139 with special wheel cradles designed by Wargo with

the approval of Agusta Aerospace Corp.

Continuing success also meant continuing new clients for Farren. The company soon came under contract to transport the Boeing-Sikorsky RAH-66 helicopters to and from their venues and test

areas. That responsibility was handled from 1995 thru 2005 with zero incidents. Phil Antonucci and Wargo received certificates of appreciation from the Comanche program manager and the AAAA for this service.

Based on this design, Farren was requested to

help design a trailer to transport the new Sikorsky S-92 helicopter to be produced in Stratford, Connecticut. They assisted with the design and, to date, have transported 124 S-92 and H-92/Cyclone helicopters on this one-of-a-kind trailer. Farren is now fabricating two additional trailers for overseas use. The trailer and a

technician were sent to the Paris Air show in 1999 along with a specially modified trailer with the Comanche helicopter.

In 1997, Farren received an award from Sikorsky for their efforts in support of the S-92

program. In 2006 Phil Antonucci received an award for excellence in logistic support from Sikorsky Aircraft.

“We have created specialized slings designed and approved by Sikorsky, Agusta Westland, and also utilized these for an aerial transport of an S-92 in Indonesia,” Wargo said. “We have recently fabricated new Conestoga trailers for the transport of Blackhawk helicopters in support of Sikorsky Aircraft’s Blackhawk mission.” The trailers have also been utilized to transport aircraft for the US Army. In 2009 the company received a Platinum rating from L-3 Communications JOG for support of USSOCOM activities.

“Our latest success has been the transport of the Agusta Westland Prototype AW-

139 helicopter for Icing Trials 2008 and 2009,” Wargo said. One of their trailers was modified for this task with reinforced cradles designed specifically to safely and efficiently transport the aircraft to Duluth, Fairbanks, Fairbanks to Muskegon, and again this year back to Fairbanks. “We successfully transported the entire Agusta X-Operations Team and all its support equipment and, most notably, the aircraft.”

With regards to heavy services, Farren relocated the Agusta Westland AW-139 assembly line

from one location in Philadelphia to their new location at Philadelphia North East Airport. Farren and Agusta received a safety award for the relocation from the SC&RA for accomplishing this with zero incidents.

“We have also relocated the Pratt & Whitney Seals line from Connecticut to Poland and the

Sikorsky International Blackhawk assembly line to Poland,” Wargo

said. “We are constantly looking to design

ways to safely and efficiently

transport aircraft,

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ANDALUSIA, AL – Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services North America now offers Bell Helicopter-certified airframe repair capability for the OH-58 (Kiowa) A and C models, via its new maintenance fixture located at the company’s Andalusia, Alabama helicopter repair and overhaul operation.

Ronnie Kearns, Vector’s director of

business development for military programs says the newly acquired maintenance fixture now enables Vector to carry out comprehensive structural repairs on the OH-58 airframe; in effect restoring helicopters that might otherwise be deemed non flight-worthy to a “like-new” condition. Kearns emphasizes that with the new Bell-certified

fixture, Vector is fully-capable of performing airframe repairs on OH-58 helicopter fleets throughout the world, including the United States (US) Military, law enforcement, government and security agencies, up to and including NATO countries operating OH-58 helicopters as part of the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program.

“This latest addition to Vector’s diverse mix of helicopter and fixed-wing maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities is part of the company’s overall strategic plan to

increase its domestic international MRO presence, particularly in support of military programs in the United States,” says Kearns. Vector currently provides repair and overhaul services for a variety of US and foreign militaries, and its Alabama operation performs heavy maintenance and inspections, including airframe repair and dynamic components, in support of the US Navy’s TH-57 pilot training fleet based at Naval Air Station-Whiting Field, Florida.

Vector acquires certified OH58 airframe maintenance fixture

DECATUR, TX– United Rotorcraft Solutions (URS), a premier full service aircraft completion facility, avionics shop and MRO has been awarded a Dealership by Cobham Avionics. “We at URS continually work to increase our dealership

network. As a dealer we receive benefits and we like to share these with our customers.” says David Brigham, President of URS.

This dealership award is added to the list of Ahlers Aerospace, Altair Avionics,

Avalex Technologies, Avidyne, Avionics Innovations, BMS, Dart, Flight Displays Systems, Garmin, Goodrich, Honeywell, Max-Viz, Nivisys, Sagem, Shadin, Sky Connect, Spectrum Aeromed and WSI.

United Rotorcraft Solutions awarded dealership from Cobham Avionics

United Rotorcraft Solutions, FAA Repair Station UX9R241Y, provides aircraft completions and refurbishment services, systems integration, maintenance, component overhaul, customized interior installations and unsurpassed exterior finishing on most model helicopters and some fixed wing aircraft. They also offer FAA approved NVG compatible lighting systems for many models.

Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. has begun construction of a new co-generation plant at its Stratford facility to become more energy independent.

Sikorsky chose Carrier Corp., a UTC subsidiary, for a turnkey custom solution and installation of the project. Sikorsky broke ground on Sept. 5. The co-generation plant is being built onsite next to the existing powerhouse. The project is expected to take a year and a half to complete.

Co-generation, also known as combined heat and power (CHP), is the on-site production of two kinds of energy - usually electricity and heat - from a single source of fuel. Co-generation often replaces traditional methods of acquiring multiple forms of energy, such as purchasing electricity from the power grid and separately burning natural gas or oil in a furnace to produce heat or steam.

“While the traditional method of purchasing electric energy from the grid is convenient, it is very inefficient and wastes more than two-thirds of the energy in the

Sikorsky breaks ground on new project

original fuel due to production and transportation losses,” said Robert Araujo, Manager of Sustainable Development and Environmental Health &Safety Programs.

“The co-generation process captures the unused heat that is generated from a typical power plant and transforms it into usable energy. By using this technology at the Stratford site, Sikorsky can generate 10 megawatts or 82 percent of our Stratford facility energy needs and save 8,900 tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually. This will make Sikorsky less energy dependent and contribute to a healthier global environment,” Araujo said.

David Eherts, Vice President of EH&S and Product Safety, said, “Though Sikorsky will spend almost $26 million to construct the facility, based on the reduction in energy costs, the project is estimated to pay back in less than four years, so we’re very eager to begin saving.”


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Barbara Robinson of Robinson Helicopter Co. diesTorrance, CA-Barbara Robinson 53, Frank Robinson’s wife and a former vice president of Robinson Helicopter Company passed away on 13 August 2009 after a 12 year battle with breast cancer. Barbara began at Robinson Helicopter in 1978. She was instrumental in marketing the newly certificated R22 and developing Robinson’s worldwide dealer network. In 1983 Barbara earned her pilot’s license and became Whirly-Girl #385, that same year she married Frank Robinson, president and founder of Robinson Helicopter. Barbara remained a key figure at the growing company until 1995. She is survived by her children,

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AXSYS granted early terni-nation of waiting periodROCKY HILL, CT - Axsys Technologies, Inc., a global leader in the design and development of high-performance surveillance cameras, imaging systems and related motion control technologies, has announced that on August 7, 2009, it was granted early termination of the mandatory waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 in conjunction with its proposed acquisition by General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems.

Completion of the transaction remains subject to Axsys

stockholder approval and certain other customary closing conditions. Axsys has scheduled a special stockholder meeting for September 1, 2009, during which Axsys’ stockholders will vote on the proposed transaction. Details of the stockholder meeting are contained in our definitive proxy statement, which has been mailed to stockholders. The parties continue to expect the transaction to close during the third quarter of 2009.

Vector Aerospace consoli-dates Texas-based Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney Canada engine operationsDALLAS, TX - Vector Aerospace Corporation announces its Helicopter Services Rolls-Royce 250 model engine repair facility located in Lewisville, Texas is consolidating with the Vector Engine Services-Atlantic Pratt & Whitney Canada engine repair station in Southlake, Texas to create a combined engine repair operation. From Southlake, Vector Aerospace will offer repair station support for the Rolls-Royce model 250 and the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A, JT15D and PW100 engines.

John MacDougall,senior vice-president of sales for Vector is pleased with the

consolidation strategy. “By combining the expertise and technical resources of these two operations, Vector is well-positioned to develop process efficiencies that offer operators enhanced benefits including decreased turn-times and improved accessibility to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport; which will aid in expediting the shipping and receiving process. Of course, offering the industry’s best customer service is a Vector hallmark, and this plan provides yet another opportunity to improve upon our exceptional standards of personal attention and customer satisfaction.”

Helicopter accidents added to ASF databaseThe AOPA Air Safety Foundation Accident Database, for years the leading source of fixed-wing general aviation accident data, has added a new spin: rotorcraft. Database users now have the option of searching for fixed-wing or helicopter accidents dating back to 1983. The new helicopter search function can be further refined by selecting the specific make and model of rotorcraft. Encourage a safer aviation future by learning from the past: www.aopa.org

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A helicopter load sensor, launched at Helitech, marries GPS (global positioning system) track guidance with load sensing and a host of other intelligent functions to automatically optimise complex operations such as spraying and multiple random load billing.

Incredibly the HeliNav-LoadMaster sensor is completely autonomous with its own on-board display and computer. This makes it independent of the host helicopter’s systems. It also means it can be swapped from one craft to another in seconds, allowing HeliNav-LoadMaster to be shared around a fleet of aircraft. Multiple load sensors can be used simultaneously using the same display.

“This is a major step forward for commercial helicopter operators, who can now maximise the profitability of their flying hours, ” says Bryan Lonsdale Managing Director of Sensor Technology in Banbury. “Looking at a simple example, lifting stone from a quarry to a hillside to lay as a path; currently it is difficult to know the exact weight of each load and the total distance flown during the day. HeliNav-LoadMaster, keeps exact records, accurate to the kilogramme and metre, so you just download the data and invoice the customer.”

Other examples include crop spraying and water bombing. With multiple flights needed, HeliNav LoadMaster can ensure that the second drop starts exactly where the first finished. This guarantees even coverage and efficient use of sprays etc . Significantly as the bucket empties flow will naturally slow; HeliNav-LoadMaster can compensate for this by gradually opening the release valve in proportion to the weight of remaining spray. Also the GPS can be used, in conjunction with

the standard SHAPE files, to avoid houses, streams, lakes roads, etc.

The HeliNav LoadMaster sensor, which is available in ranges from 1.5

tonnes to 10 tonnes, communicates its information to the helicopter pilot via a radio link working on an unlicensed international frequency. A full colour touch screen is mounted in the cockpit. With both Windows and LabView software embedded in the unit, operation is not only simple, it is also so familiar to modern pilots that training is not needed.

“Put simply HeliNav-LoadMaster takes the guesswork out of commercial operations. You get an accurate record, against which you can charge exactly,” says Bryan.

There are other ways in which HeliNav LoadMaster can be helpful. For instance, a remote monitor can be used by ground crew to

check and double check loads. And because the unit is simply slung under the aircraft, it is possible to have a single one for use with a fleet

of three, four or more operational helicopters.

“I think we are on the cusp of a step change in the way in which helicopter-based businesses operate,” says Bryan. “Billing can now be absolutely accurate, with digital records produced instantly and emailed off to the customer. There will be no room to quibble and no chance to

delay payment, so relationships can be conducted on a thoroughly professional basis.”

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CEN09LA413DATE: Thursday, July 02, 2009LOCATION: Breckenridge, COAIrCrAfT: BELL 206L-1INJurIEs: 1 serious, 1 Minor.On July 2, 2009, approximately 1515 MDT, a Bell 206L-1 was substantially damaged after a hard landing near Breckenridge, Colorado. The pilot sustained serious injuries and one person on the ground sustained minor injuries. The flight was conducting local external load operations.

According to initial statements obtained by an FAA inspector, the helicopter was transporting an external load when the helicopter began to rotate. The pilot released the external load as the helicopter continued to rotate. Control of the helicopter was not obtained prior to a hard landing and subsequent roll-over. During the roll-over sequence, one person on the ground was injured.

The accident site was located at 12,925 feet mean sea level. The tailrotor section was found damaged and there was evidence of rotation throughout the tailrotor drive shaft. Substantial damage was sustained to the left, right, and aft sides of the fuselage.

WPr09CA331DATE: Tuesday, July 07, 2009LOCATION: Ocean shores, WAAIrCrAfT: BELL 47G-3B-2INJurIEs: 1 Minor.The pilot reported that while maneuvering low over the harbor for an aerial application flight he directed his attention inside of the helicopter to program the GPS. Subsequently, the helicopter impacted the water in a level upright position. Despite the pilot’s control inputs the engine lost power and the helicopter slowly started to settle and roll onto its left side. The

helicopter’s main rotor blades, tail rotor blades and the main rotor head assembly were damaged. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter’s flight control system or engine prior to the accident.

WPr09CA333DATE: Wednesday, July 08, 2009 LOCATION: Turlock, CAAIrCrAfT: BELL 47G-2Injuries: 1 uninjured.The pilot reported that while in a turn to reverse direction after completing a downwind spray run, “I noticed my RPMs getting low. As I was coming back down into the field, I was rolling on throttle but could not get RPMs where I wanted them. I was hoping for the wind to help me, but there wasn’t much wind at the time.” The pilot stated that he pushed the cyclic forward to get airspeed, followed by pumping the collective to try to get power back. “I did this all the way until I hit the ground.” The pilot reported that the helicopter impacted the ground in a flat, level attitude at about 40 miles per hour before skidding 30 feet and coming to a stop in an upright position.

ErA09CA401DATE: Monday, July 13, 2009LOCATION: Bedford, MAAIrCrAfT: robinson r22 BETAInjuries: 1 Minor, 1 uninjured.According to the certificated flight instructor, he was performing hover practice with the student pilot in a grassy area beside a taxiway. During the practice, the helicopter climbed to approximately “20 feet” above ground level, and then the instructor advised the student to position the helicopter at a lower altitude. The instructor stated that the helicopter began “a high rate of descent which [he] was unable to arrest prior to

ground contact.” He also said that the helicopter developed a “dynamic rolling moment that full down collective was unable to stop.” The helicopter rolled and came to rest on its left side substantially damaging the tail boom, skids, and main rotor. The winds reported at the airport about the time of the accident were from 250 degrees at 13 knots gusting to 17 knots. The pilot did not report any mechanical anomalies with the helicopter.

WPr09CA344DATE: Tuesday, July 14, 2009LOCATION: Lake riverside, CAAIrCrAfT: schweizer sGs 1-26AINJurIEs: 1 uninjured.The pilot reported that the glider experienced a loss of lift during a cross country flight and he executed an off airport approach and landing to a field. During the landing flare, the glider’s left wing struck a fence post. Subsequently the glider landed sideways and came to rest upright. Examination of the glider revealed that the left wing spar and the fuselage were structurally damaged. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies with the glider’s flight control systems.

ANC09WA079DATE: Monday, July 20, 2009LOCATION: Tajima, JapanAIrCrAfT: rOBINsON r44INJurIEs: 2 fatal.On July 20, 2009, about 0925 Japan standard time, a Robinson R44 helicopter collided with mountainous terrain about 9 miles southeast of the Tajima Airport, Tajima, Japan. The helicopter sustained substantial damage due to impact forces. The flight was conducted under the provisions of the Civil Aviation Regulations of Japan. The pilot and one passenger died at the scene.

WPr09CA360DATE: Tuesday, July 21, 2009LOCATION: Jerome, AZAIrCrAfT: robinson r22 BetaINJurIEs: 1 serious, 1 uninjured.The pilot was undergoing a stage check by a CFI in preparation for the Commercial Practical flight test. The simulated emergency scenario of illumination of the low fuel light required the pilot to pick a spot and land promptly. He chose a flat area, and noted obstructions, including high power lines. About 300 feet agl, he began to slow the helicopter, and check his gauges. The airspeed was about 50 knots, with the rate of descent between 400-500 fpm. He applied carburetor heat, and noted that the manifold pressure was below 18 inches. About 30-45 seconds later, the low rotor rpm warning light illuminated along with the sounding of the corresponding warning horn. The pilot noted a very high vertical descent and he entered an autorotation. The low rotor rpm horn and light extinguished. The CFI recalled that they were about 200 feet agl and 40-43 knots on final during the maneuver. He heard a noise reduction followed by the low rotor rpm horn and light. He lowered the collective and rolled on throttle. There were no immediate effects so he lowered the collective all the way, and applied aft cyclic aggressively. The rpm was 94-97 percent. With the aft cyclic, he was able to gain rpm, but little to no forward speed. The ground was approaching rapidly, and he pulled up on the collective. The helicopter fell straight down, hit hard, and rolled to the left; it sustained substantial damage. The instructor sustained serious injuries. The engine was operating, so the pilot turned off the ignition. He reported no mechanical irregularities prior to beginning the maneuver.

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the anatomy ofaviation insurance

About the author: Jim Gardner is a retired U.S. Air Force officer, a former commercial pilot, and an aviation insurance specialty broker with JSL Aviation, a division of J Smith Lanier Co., one of the largest privately owned insurance agencies in America, insuring people and business since 1868. [email protected], 678-639-4108

On occasion, I get emails from readers that may be of interest to the general aviation population, both fixed and rotor wing. Here is one such email:Dear Mr. Gardner:

It was with great interest that I read your article Liability Exposure of a Contract Pilot in the July issue of The Helicopter Newspaper. I am a 55-year old commercial helicopter pilot with 13,000+ hours of helicopter utility time. Clarke Mosquito Control in suburban Chicago, where I work during the summer season, currently employs me on a full-time basis. In October, I return home to northern California for the winter and occasionally secure short-term contract flying jobs. Most of the time the conditions of employment are finalized with a short conversation on the phone, which consists of ‘how much do you pay and when do you need me there’. I have now realized that I need to have some kind contract for these jobs that will protect me from insurance issues if there is an accident. After reading your article it is clear that such a contract must contain a waiver of subrogation and be named, insured and included on their workman’s compensation policy. What other requirements do you feel are vital to include in such a contract? I don’t want to have an elaborate contract that will scare off employers, but I feel I must protect myself. Thank you in advance for any advice you can give me.

Sincerely,Pete N., California

Dear Pete:I’m not a lawyer and can’t

give legal advice on contracts.

From the mailbagHowever, from an insurance perspective, whether you have a written contract or just a hand shake, you are correct to require the aircraft owner/operator to have you named as additional insured with a waiver of subrogation on their insurance policy. You should ask for a certificate of insurance for your records as evidence this condition of your employment has been met. Only the insurance company can agree to do this and provide a valid certificate of insurance. In the event of an accident, the insurance company will defend you as an insured party in accordance with the terms, limitations and conditions of the policy. In the “waiver of subrogation” endorsement the insurance company is agreeing not to come after you for recovery of any damage to the aircraft, even if it is your fault.

It is a good idea to go one step further—review the actual policy. While the Certificate of Insurance should give you an outline of the coverage, including the liability limits on the policy, it may not spell out some very important terms, conditions and limitations. One of the first things I learned as a neophyte aviation insurance broker was the three most violated sections of a policy: pilot qualification and training provisions, territory and purpose of use. A violation of any provision in the insuring agreement could invalidate the policy. That means the owner’s insurance as well as yours as the additional insured.

As a named pilot on the policy, the underwriter has approved you as long as you meet the policy provisions, such as the

training requirements contained in the pilot section. If, for instance, all pilots are required to have recurrent training at an approved school within 12 months of the intended flight, and you haven’t completed recurrent in 13 months, you need to make sure that you have been given an exception or training extension.

Every policy defines the territory in which the aircraft is insured to fly. U.S., Canada and Mexico are typical for aircraft flown primarily in the U.S. However, it is not uncommon for an aircraft to be ferried to South or Central America in connection with a

sale or delivery. The territory should be clearly defined on the declaration pages of the policy as well as some applicable definition and exclusions contained in those sections.

Purpose of use can be a real controversy, especially between “business and pleasure” and “commercial” use. In the definitions section of each policy you will find the definition of “Pleasure and Business” as well as “Commercial” use. Make sure what you are doing matches those definitions. A charter is clearly commercial use. Loaning the aircraft out to a friend and getting reimbursed

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CARROLLTON, TX --- Heads Up Technologies, Inc., a leading supplier of electronic solutions for general aviation and commercial aircraft, has developed and qualified the Aural Warning Generator (AWG) for the Sikorsky H-92™ helicopter that is under development in support of the Canadian CH-148 Marine Helicopter Program (MHP). Production deliveries for the AWG are expected to begin in late 3rd quarter, 2009. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp.

The AWG for the H-92 helicopter is fully redundant, capable of three simultaneous audio alerts, one voice and two tone alerts, based on information received from two redundant data concentrator units via an ARINC 429 databus. The

1.5-pound unit supports multiple message tables for different aircraft configurations, male or female voices, foreign languages, tones, chimes and mission-specific warnings in high fidelity digital audio. The hardware and firmware are qualified to RTCA DO160E and RTCA DO178, Level C, respectively.

“We are pleased to have been selected by Sikorsky to develop the AWG for the H-92 helicopter,” said Rob Harshaw, President/CEO for Heads Up. “Heads Up has worked closely with Sikorsky engineers and test pilots to deliver a highly reliable system which will enhance the flight crew’s situational awareness,” he added.

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in accordance with the policy provisions found under the definition of pleasure and business is not. There may be special “dry lease” agreements approved by the insurance underwriters, which to some may appear to be a charter. Remember, while many insuring provision may read similarly to the FAR’s, they don’t always mean the same thing. You can be in perfect compliance with the FAR’s and violate the insuring agreement, or vice versa.

Workers Compensation insurance is often overlooked by contract pilots as well as some small aircraft operators. There are provisions that protect both the pilot and the employer, which make it desirable for both parties. It is usually easier for an aircraft operator to add a contract pilot to their current policy. Another solution is working through a pilot services company, which can more easily obtain workers compensation

insurance. It is much more difficult, and expensive, for an individual to buy it as a standalone policy. Remember, any workers comp you obtained through your primary employer is not valid for your contract pilot activities in California (or anywhere else for that matter).

It is not possible to discuss every issue in this article that may arise when working as a contract pilot. If you work primarily as a contract pilot it may be a good idea to contact an aviation attorney well versed in employment contracts that can help you work up a simple agreement. I would recommend running it by a good aviation insurance broker to make sure pertinent and reasonable insurance requirements are included. Even if you don’t have a formal contract, it is better to ask you prospective employer about the details of their insurance than leave it to an assumption.

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As a result of the record number of medical helicopter accidents that have occurred over the past year, the NTSB has come up with a list of recommendations for these types of flights.

The NTSB cannot impose restrictions on industry standards; only the FAA can do that. The two agencies are working together, though, to make the industry safer.

Among the standards the board would like to see changed are requiring better training for pilots, having more sophisticated safety equipment for operators and allowing for limited Medicare payments to those who don’t meet the new safety standards.

The board would also like to see pilots report a minimum of once per year on their flight activity. They pointed out that medical helicopters are allowed to operate without basic safety equipment such as black boxes, collision-avoidance systems and radar altimeters.

The NTSB has urged the FAA to make changes in the past, but this latest round of recommendations came after the deadliest year on record

New rules proposed by NTSB for medical helicopter flights

for medical helicopter flights. Between December 2007 and October 2008, there were nine accidents with 35 fatalities.

Why the sudden rise in accidents? During the past ten years, the number of operators has increased by 80 percent, putting 750 medical service helicopters in the sky.

Les Dorr, spokesman for the FAA, said that the NTSB’s recommendations would be considered as the FAA determines new rules for emergency helicopter flights. The new proposals are due out at the beginning of next year.

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rIN 2120-AA64Agusta S.p.A. Model AB412 and AB412 EP Helicopters

suMMArY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the specified Agusta S.p.A. (Agusta) Model AB412 and AB412 EP helicopters. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Community. The MCAI establishes a life limit for certain rescue hoist cable assemblies and introduces the term “hoist lift” for determining cable life instead of the term “hoist cycle.” The MCAI also

establishes a replacement time for each affected rescue hoist cable assembly (hoist cable assembly) for which the accumulated number of “hoist cycles” cannot be determined. The actions are intended to prevent failure of a hoist cable and inadvertent loss of a load.

DATEs: This AD becomes effective on September 21, 2009.

We must receive comments on this AD by November 3, 2009.rIN 2120-AA64Agusta S.p.A. Model AB139 and AW139 Helicopters

suMMArY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the specified Agusta S.p.A. (Agusta) Model AB139 and AW139

helicopters. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The aviation authority of Italy, with which we have a bilateral agreement, states in the MCAI that during the installation of a fire extinguisher bottle on a new helicopter, it was found that the electrical receptacle/connectors on the bottle which commands the firing of the extinguishing agent were swapped between engines No. 1 and No. 2. This condition could affect helicopters already in service and fire extinguisher bottles

of the same part number in stock as spare parts. If not corrected, an improperly wired fire extinguishing bottle might cause the extinguishing agent to be discharged toward the unselected engine when the system is activated, rather than toward the engine with the fire. This AD requires determining if each engine has the proper outlet end on the electrical receptacle/connector that attaches the firing cartridge to the fire extinguisher bottle, and if not, replacing the fire extinguisher bottle. This AD is intended to prevent the fire extinguishing agent from not discharging toward the engine with the fire, which could result in loss of the helicopter due to an engine fire.

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After reviewing all the records on an annual basis, determine how a current aircraft is deteriorating. Answer the questions concerning significant aircraft reliability,

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Manufacturer/Model: Kawasaki Heavy Industries BK 117 C-2Total production (all variants): 141 First flight 1979Comments: Multi-purpose, medium-sized, twin-turbine helicopterEngine(s): (2) Turbomeca Arriel 1E2 HP (takeoff) 692 shpDimensions: main rotor 36.09 ft/11 m, Tail rotor 6.44 ft/1.962 m,Height 11.38 ft/3.47 m, Length 42.65 ft/13 m, Width 10.02 ft/3.12 mEmpty weight: 4,123 lbs/1,870 kg Gross weight: 7,904 lbs/3,585 kgUseful load: 3,781lbs/1,715 kg External 3,307 lbs/1,500 kgVne: 145 kts/269 kmh Max cruise: 134 kts/248 kmhMax rate of climb: 1,550 fpm/7.8 m/s,HIGE 10,000 ft/3,048m, HOGE 4,000 ft/1,220 mService ceiling: 18,000 ft/5,450 m, S/E service ceiling 8,795 ft/2,680 mStd fuel: 229 gal/866 litMax fuel: 281 gal/1,066 litMax range std fuel (no reserve): 378 nm/ 700kmRange with opt fuel: 453 nm/840 kmIFR: Crew 1 Passengers 9

Manufacturer/Model: eurocopter AS 350B2 AStarTotal production (all variants): 3,254 First flight 1989 (AS350 B2)Comments: Increased horsepower and max gross weight over the AS350BA.Engine(s): (1) Turbomeca Arriel 1D1 HP (takeoff) 732 shp/546 kWDimensions: main rotor 35.07 ft/10.69 m, Tail rotor 6.10 ft/1.86 m, Height 10.96 ft/3.34 m, Length 42.45 ft/12.94 m, Width 8.30 ft/2.53 mEmpty weight: 2,698 lbs/1,224 kg Gross weight: 4,960 lbs/2,250 kgUseful internal load: 2,262 lbs/1,026 kg, External 2,557 lbs/1,160 kgVne: 155 kts/287 kmhMax cruise: 133 kts/246 kmhMax rate of climb: 1,675 fpm/8.5 ms,HIGE 9,850 ft/3,000 m, HOGE 7,550 ft/2,300 mService ceiling: 15,100 ft/4,602 mStd fuel: 143 gal/540 litMax fuel: 268 gal/1,015 litMax range std fuel (no reserve): 360 nm/666 kmRange with opt fuel: 675 nm/1,250 km (Ferry)VFR: Crew 1 Passengers 6

Manufacturer/Model: enstrom 480Total production (all variants): 113 First flight 1988Comments: Seats five people for executive transport or three people with dual controls for flight training or patrol missions. Change-over is accomplished in minutes. Includes numerous police options.Engine(s): (1) Rolls-Royce 250-C20W HP (takeoff) 420 shp, 305 shp for take-off, 277 for continuousDimensions: main rotor 32.0 ft/9.7 m, Tail rotor 5.0 ft/1.5 m, Height 9.6 ft/2.9 m, Length 30.01 ft/9.1 m, Width 8.1 ft/2.5 mEmpty weight: 1,800 lbs/816 kgGross weight: 3,000 lbsUseful load: 1,200 lbs/544 kg, External 1,000 lbs/453 kgVne: 125 kts Max cruise 115 kts Max rate of climb: 1,600 fpm,HIGE 15,600 ft/ 4,755 m, HOGE 14,000 ft/4,267 mService ceiling: 13,000 ft/3,963 m S/E service ceiling N/AStd fuel: 90 gal/340 lit Max fuel: 90 gal/340 litMax range std fuel (no reserve): 375 nm/694 kmVFR: Crew 1 Passengers 4

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Manufacturer/Model: Bell/Agusta Aerospace Company BA609 TiltRotorTotal production (all variants): 4 (included in Development/Cert plan) First flight March 2003Comments: In development, flight testingEngine(s): (2) Pratt & Whitney PT6C-67AHP (takeoff): 1,941hp/1,448 kw ea.Dimensions: main rotor (2) 26.0 ft/7.9 m, Tail rotor N/A, Height: 15 ft/4.6 m, Length: 44.0 ft/13.4 m, Width: 60.0 ft/18.3 m (proprotors turning)Empty weight: 11,300 lb/5,126 kg Gross weight: 16,800 lb/7,612 kgUseful load: 5,500 lb/2,495 kg, External N/AVne: TBD Max cruise: 275 kts/509 kmhMax rate of climb: 1,500 fpm/7.6 ms, HIGE TBD, HOGE: 5,000 ft/1,524 mService ceiling: 25,000 ft/7,620 m OEI service ceiling: 16,000 ft/4,877 mStd fuel: 365 gal/1,381 lit, Aux. Fuel: TBDMax range std fuel: (no reserve) 700 nm/1,296 km @ Best AltitudeRange with opt fuel: TBDIFR Crew: 2 Passengers 6 VIP, 9 STD, 12 High Density

Manufacturer/Model: Bell Helicopter 427Total Production (all variants): 55+Comments: Features electronic engine controls, flat-pack transmission, and integrated instrument displays (IIDS).Engines: Pratt & Whitney Canada PW207DHP (takeoff): 1,420 SHP/1,059 kwDimensions: Main Rotor 37 ft/11.3 m, Tail Rotor 5.7 ft/1.7 m, Height: 10.5 ft/3.2 m, Length: 42.6 ft/13 m, Width: 8.8 ft/2.7 mEmpty Weight: 3,881 lb/1,760 kgMax Gross Weight Std: 6,350 lb/2,880 kgMax Gross Weight Alt: 6,550 lb/2,971 kgUseful Load Std: L 2,469 lb/1,120 kg Useful Load Alt: 2,669 lb/1,211 kg, External 3,000 lb/1,361 kgVne: 140 kn/ 259 km/h Max Cruise: 138 kn/ 256 km/hMax Rate of Climb: 1,600 fpm, 8.1 mpsHIGE 9,000 ft/2,743 m, HOGE 6,000 ft/1,829 mService Ceiling: 10,000 ft/3,048 m, S/E Service Ceiling 8,000 ft/2,438 mStd Fuel: 203.5 gal/770 L Max Fuel n/aIFR: Crew n/a VFR Crew 1 Passengers 7

Manufacturer/Model: AgustaWestland AW101Total production (all variants): 152 + 23 US101 First flight 1987Comments: Production aircraft in service with Tokyo Metropolitan Police, Italian Navy, Canadian Forces., UK’s Royal Air Force, Royal Danish Air Force and the Portuguese Air ForceEngine(s): (3) GE CT7-8E (civil version) or Rolls-Royce Turbomeca RTM322 HP (takeoff) 2,527 (GE) shp ea.Dimensions: main rotor 61.0 ft/18.6 m, Tail rotor 13.1 ft/4.0 m, Height: 21.7 ft/6.6 m, Length: 74.8 ft/22.8 m, Width: 14.83 ft/4.5 mEmpty weight: 20,282 lbs/9,200 kg Gross weight: 34,392 lbs/15,600 kgUseful load: 13,230 lbs/6,000 kg Vne: 167 kts Max cruise: 150 kts/227 kmhMax rate of climb: 2,788 fpm/14.2 m/s, HIGE: 10,800 ft, HOGE: 4,800 ft/1,460 mService ceiling: 10,000 ft/3,050 m Std fuel: 1,136 gal/4,303 lit Max fuel: 1,421 gal/5,380 lit Max range std fuel: (no reserve) 610 nm/1,130 kmRange with opt fuel: 750 nm/1,390 kmVFR Crew: 2 + 1 attendant Passengers 30


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Bell 206B JetRanger, C20B Engine, Fresh FAA Annual, VVIP Config. New T/R Blades & Turbine Hot Section Inspection. Dual Controls, High Skids, Garmin GNS 430, Garmin GTX-327, King KCS 55a H.S.I., Garmin GMA-340. Price $599,950 USD. For full details visit www.206bell.com/12 or contact Apple International Tel: 423 652 0206 Email: [email protected]

1983 AS-365N Dauphin VIP S/N: 6080, 3400 TT, Fresh Airframe Major Overhaul Contact: [email protected], Ph: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550

1990 Bell-412SP, N586AC, Sn-36009, Complete refurb, 0 Timed engines & Cbox (3B’s), New Paint & interior, All maintenance inspections completed, Sperry Autopilot, KMD-540 MFD with RDR-81 Radar, KLN-90B, KRA-405, KTR-908’s, KXP-756, KNR-634, KDF-806’s, KN-63, Wire strike kit, Low skid gear, Alpine Exhaust deflector’s, Rotor Brake, Pop Out float kit and floats avaialable. Contact Brad Emsland for more details. Westcan Aircraft PH-250-554-4202, FX-250-376-1119 [email protected] www.westcanaircraft.com

2001 Agusta 109E Power SN 11129, HB-ZDT. VIP configuration. 1,252 hours. One private owner. Located Switzerland. Exceptional. Full details at www.loudounaviation.com. Contact Peter Leonard-Morgan, Loudoun Aviation, Inc, +1 (540) 751-9543. [email protected].

For sale, Bell 206L-1C30P, N207OU, SN45706. Total Time, 11,000 hrs. New paint and good com-ponent times. The helicopter has been operated in the Las Vegas area doing FAR 135 flightseeing. Please contact Lash Larew, [email protected], 425-825-8411, for more detailed information

File PhotoNew 2008 AS 350B-3 - Immediate Delivery. Dual Hydraulics w/Increased Gross Weight Mod, Twist Grip Throttles, L&R Rear Sliding Doors, High Skids w/Long Boarding Steps, Dual Controls, Standard Interior w/Cloth Seats, Standard Avionics Package plus GMX-330 & 406 ELT. Helicopters Unlimited, 979-335-4552, [email protected]

1964 BELL UH1F, TT 4505.8, Fully restored in 2005, Mid-time components or better, radio pack, BLR Strakes & Fast Fin, Extremely well maintained. Includes 2001 Volvo 3500 gallon fuel tanker & fully outfitted 26-ft service van. USFS/OAS Carded & ready to go to work with USFS/OAS contract. 406-777-1188

Bell TAH-1P Cobra. TTAF 5195.1, this is a recently restored Cobra gunship. This is the trainer version of the AH-1S combat helicopter and can be legally owned by civilians. State Dept approval is required for export. It is fully restored to include all markings. Engine and components are low time and ADs are complied with. It is in current inspection and licensed in FAA Experimental/Exhibition category and is flying now. Dual controls, heat and AC ECU system, nose turret with simulated guns. VHF, GPS, and transponder. Price $1,395,000. contact [email protected], 360-754-7200

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Bell 205A-1++ One of two 205s offered for sale by Groenemann & Summit Aircraft Sales. TTAF 2382: -17B Lycoming engine; freshly overhauled gearboxes; each aircraft has fresh paint and are USFS compliant. Call for pricing. Contact Don Groenemann, 817-266-8788, [email protected] or John Milko, 540-992-5500, [email protected]

2009 Bell 407, S/N: TBD, R/N: N407HH (reserved), Factory new “Green” – 3rd Quarter Deliv-ery, Factory installed kit selection. Customized Configuration Available, Trade-In’s Considered, Corporate, Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical, Utility, Offshore, News Gathering. For Ad-ditional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected]

1979 Enstrom F-28C-2 (N5690P), 1712 TT, 1170 TTE, Excellent silver paint with 2-tone gray stripes and custom leather seats, $109,000. Please contact Spitfire Aerospace by e-mail at [email protected] or Toll Free at (877) 659-9300.

2007 Eurocopter EC130 B4, S/N: 4346 TSN: 9 hours TT, Optional Equipment: Standard with Dual Controls. Asking €1.800.000. Please log into www.savback.com for further information.

1969 Hughes OH-6, N74LB, SN 091221, 77 Corvette yellow, 3602 TTAC, completed 100/300 hr inspection, excellent times, new 10K hr Tailboom, new short shaft, main blades times remaining 2242hrs, Allison C20-10D, engine time since overhaul 324.9, rebuilt rotor head, moving map GPS, extras, always hangared. Call Ken Scott 406-745-3218, $325,000

Jetranger B206BIII Dec 94, 3700 TT, Executive Leather Interior, Pop Out Floats, Excellent Rem Times, £399000, [email protected] or 075259394349


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2001 Agusta 109E Power SN 11129, HB-ZDT. VIP configuration. 1,252 hours. One private owner. Locat-ed Switzerland. Exceptional. €2,250,000. Full details at www.loudounaviation.com. Contact Peter Leonard-Morgan, Loudoun Aviation, Inc, +1 (540) 751-9543. [email protected] (10-09)

1994 A109C SPIFR 5645 T, Utility Config with Many Optionals, Contact: [email protected], tel: +33-608-786-373, fax: +33-153-016-550 (10-09)

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Bell UH-1H N503TW TTAF 6569.2 hrs. restored to origi-nal markings from Vietnam. Only 30 hours since restora-tion and rework. Mid time engine and good component times, fresh condition inspection, full troop seating, licensed in Experimental Exhibition category and ready to go now. Asking $475,000 and it needs to be sold. Contact [email protected], 360-754-7200 (10-09)

Jetranger B206BIII Dec 94, 3700 TT, Executive Leather Interior, Pop Out Floats, Excellent Rem Times, £399000, [email protected] or 075259394349 (10-09)

1998 Bell 407, SN 53257, N999XX, 1147 TT, dual controls, rotor brake, Avidyne CAS-610 TCAD Traf-fic Advisory w/GNS-420 display, Flight Instrument Group, Garmin GNS-420, Bendix King Nav/Comm, Bendix King Transponder Freon Air Conditioning w/Dual Evap. For more info, call 772-220-1700 or visit www.jetsalesofstuart.com (10-09)

This is a totally refurbished Bell UH-1H Plus. This was the show helicopter on display at the HAI in Anaheim California last March displayed as the Purple Heart themed helicopter. It is show quality in everyway and is one of the finest UH-1Hs in the world. It looks like a new helicopter. Certified in Restricted Category under the Northwest TC, it is upgraded with the -703 engine, BLR strake and Fast Fin, AFS barrier filter, High skids, bubble door, 212 42 gearbox and more. All components and engine are overhauled to zero time. Painted in spectacular Violet, Black, and Silver metallic colors. Northwest Helicopters is a Bell approved CSF. Come and see us and you will see the difference. Contact [email protected], call 360-754-7200 or for more information see our website at www.nwhelicopters.com (10-09)

Bell TAH-1P Cobra. TTAF 5195.1, this is a recently restored Cobra gunship. This is the trainer version of the AH-1S combat helicopter and can be legally owned by civilians. State Dept approval is required for export. It is fully restored to include all markings. Engine and components are low time and ADs are complied with. It is in current inspection and licensed in FAA Experimental/Exhibition category and is flying now. Dual controls, heat and AC ECU system, nose turret with simulated guns. VHF, GPS, and transponder. Price $1,395,000. contact [email protected], 360-754-7200 (10-09)

1991 Bell 412 HP, S/N: 36027 R/N: TBD, 8,823 hours TT, Offshore Configured. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

2009 Bell 206 L4, S/N: TBD, R/N: TBD, Factory new “Green” – 4th Quarter Delivery, Configured Factory “Green” with OEM Kits. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

1989 Bell 206 L3, S/N 51328, R/N: C-FYGB, 2,473 hrs TT, Corporate Configured. For Additional Informa-tion: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

Bell 205A-1++ One of two 205s offered for sale by Groenemann & Summit Aircraft Sales. TTAF 2382: -17B Lycoming engine; freshly overhauled gearboxes; each aircraft has fresh paint and are USFS compliant. Call for pricing. Contact Don Groenemann, 817-266-8788, [email protected] or John Milko, 540-992-5500, [email protected] 10-09

1981 Bell 206 L1, S/N: 45676, R/N: N811SP, 6,483 hrs TT, Corporate / Private Configuration. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

2009 Bell 206 L4, S/N: 52412, Factory new “Green”, December 2009 Delivery, Configured Factory “Green” with OEM Kits. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

2009 Bell 407, S/N: TBD, R/N: N407HH (reserved), Factory new “Green” – 3rd Quarter Delivery, Fac-tory installed kit selection. Customized Configura-tion Available, Trade-In’s Considered, Corporate, Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical, Utility, Offshore, News Gathering. For Additional Information: Con-tact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

1981 Bell 412, S/N: 33041, R/N: N412AH, 4,647 Hrs TT. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

1998 Bell 407 - Exceptional low time - only 729 hours, in pristine condition, owned by a Fortune 500 Company. Call for pricing. Contact Don Groenemann, 817-266-8788, [email protected] or John Milko, 540-992-5500, [email protected] 10-09

1989 Bell 206L3 - European history and only 3322 TTAF. Comes with new paint to customer’s requirements, new interior. Call for pricing. Contact Don Groenemann, 817-266-8788, [email protected] or John Milko, 540-992-5500, [email protected] 10-09

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For sale, Bell 206L-1C30P, N1076T, SN45373. Total Time, 28,200 hrs. New paint and good component times. The helicopter has been operated in the Las Vegas area doing FAR 135 flightseeing. For Sale or Long Term Lease. Please contact Lash Larew, [email protected], 425-825-8411, for more detailed information (10-09)

1981 Bell 412, S/N: 33024, R/N: N80701, 11,530 hours TT, Utility Configuration, Fresh 5-Year / 3,000 hr inspection, new paint & interior, newly repaired PT6T-3B engines, excellent airframe and engine com-ponent times. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

1991 Bell 412 HP, S/N: 36023 R/N: TBD, 5,265 hours TT, Offshore Configured. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

1994 Bell 412 EP, S/N: 36100, R/N: VH-EPK, 4,207 hours TT, EMS Configured. For Additional Informa-tion: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

2009 Bell 412 EP, S/N: TBD, R/N: N412HB, New Production Helicopter, Available 4th Quarter 2009, Offshore Configured. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

1998 Bell 412 EP, S/N 36201, R/N: N412AT. Exclu-sively Offered For Sale. 5,760 Hours TT, Standard Configuration, Like New Condition. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] 10-09

1964 BELL UH1F, TT 4505.8, Fully restored in 2005, Mid-time components or better, radio pack, BLR Strakes & Fast Fin, Extremely well maintained. Includes 2001 Volvo 3500 gallon fuel tanker & fully outfitted 26-ft service van. USFS/OAS Carded & ready to go to work with USFS/OAS contract. 406-777-1188 10-09

Bell 206L3 1992 Long Ranger TTSN 3,675 White/Blue /Red/ Blue cloth Int., King KCS 55A HSI, King KY165, KNA audio Panel, & More! Great times remaining! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 [email protected] www.prestigehelicopters.com 10-09

Bell 206B3 1976 N43CM Jet Ranger TTSN 6,340 hours since new, good times remaining! Free Transi-tion Training! NDH! Ready for Immediate Delivery! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 [email protected] www.prestigehelicopters.com 10-09

1997 Bell 407, SN 53197, TT 2410, leather interior, customer spec. paint scheme, T/R pedal lockout kit, wire strike protection, night scanner, New condition. Call 423-538-5111, email [email protected] or [email protected] 12-09

2001 Bell 430, SN 49081, TT 1000, Single pilot IFR, leather interior, wood trim, excellent condition. Call 423-538-5111, email [email protected] or [email protected] 12-09

For sale, Bell 206L-1C30P, N10761, SN45381. Total Time, 25,600 hrs. New paint and good component times. The helicopter has been operated in the Las Vegas area doing FAR 135 flightseeing. For Sale or Long Term Lease. Please contact Lash Larew, [email protected], 425-825-8411, for more detailed in-formation (10-09)

For sale, Bell 206L-1C30P, N207OU, SN45706. Total Time, 11,000 hrs. New paint and good component times. The helicopter has been operated in the Las Vegas area doing FAR 135 flightseeing. For Sale or Long Term Lease. Please contact Lash Larew, [email protected], 425-825-8411, for more detailed in-formation (10-09)

1980 Bell206L-1/C30 conversion in brilliant condition with excellent component time remaining and fresh paint. Call for pricing. Contact Don Groenemann, 817-266-8788, [email protected] or John Milko, 540-992-5500, [email protected] 10-09

Bell 206 Series Helicopters for lease long term all Maintenance included, equipped and configured to customer choice. Short term lease e.g. Natural disas-ter relief also catered for. Worldwide Lease purchase and outright sales a specialty. Apple International Inc. Bristol TN. Email us on [email protected] or call of-fice 423 652 0206 or Cell 423 366 3466. Check out our web site www.206bell.com (10-09)


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Bell 206B JetRanger, C20B Engine, Fresh FAA Annual, VVIP Config. New T/R Blades & Turbine Hot Sec-tion Inspection. Extensive Range of Extras including Dual Controls, Bleed Air Heater, Nightscanner Search Light, Particle Separator, High Skids, Range Extender, Garmin GNS 430, Garmin GTX-327, King KCS 55a H.S.I., Garmin GMA-340. Price $599,950 USD. For full details visit www.206bell.com/12 or contact Apple International Tel: 423 652 0206 Email: [email protected] (10-09)

Bell 206B111 New Style JetRanger, S/N 3941, Year 1987, Fresh FAA Annual. Beautifully VVIP refurbished with new Bell Paint Scheme, Leather Seats and Thick Pile Wool Carpets. Extras include Bleed Air Heater, Particle Separator, High Skids, Dual Controls, King KX-165, King KT-79 & Gamin GMA-340. Price $679,950 USD. For full details visit www.206bell.com/3941 or contact Apple International Tel: 423 652 0206 Email: [email protected] (10-09)

1990 Bell-412-SP, N586AC, S/N 36009, complete refurb., 0 timed engines & Cbox (3B’s), new paint & interior, all maintenance inspections completed, Sperry Autopilot, KMD-540 MFD with RDR-81 Ra-dar, KLN-90-B, KRA-405, KTR-908’s, KXP-756, KNR-634, KDF-806’s, KN-63, Wire strike kit, Low skid gear, Alpine Exhaust deflector’s, rotor brake, pop out float kit and floats available. Contact Brad Emsland for more details. Westcan Aircraft 250-554-4202 or 250-376-1119 Fax [email protected], www.westcanaircraft.com (10-09)

Bell 206 fuselage SN1510, good shape, good condi-tion. Call 631-588-2780. 10-09

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1980 Enstrom 280C (N280A), 1404 TT, 769 TTE, mid-time components, paint & interior in good con-dition, FX type fairing, KDM 150 GPS, many extras $135,000. Please contact Spitfire Aerospace at [email protected] or Toll Free at (877) 659-9300. (10-09)

1980 Enstrom 280C (N427JJ), 2894 TT, 926 TTE, Re-cent paint & interior, accent color and new N-number included in price, Garmin 420, GEM610, Gyros, many extras, $134,900. Please contact Spitfire Aerospace at [email protected] or Toll Free at (877) 659-9300. (10-09)

1979 Enstrom F-28C-2 (N5690P), 1712 TT, 1170 TTE, Excellent silver paint with 2-tone gray stripes and custom leather seats, $109,000. Please contact Spitfire Aerospace by e-mail at [email protected] or Toll Free at (877) 659-9300. (10-09)

1979 Enstrom F280C Shark Helicopter, 680 TT, N665H, KLX135, KY197, KNS80, KR87, KT76A, Ar-tificial Horizon, VSI, T&B, DG, EGT, ICS, Turbocharged 0360 Engine. Dual Controls, New Lamaflex, Up-holstery, Paint, Glass, Lifetime blades, All ADs com-plied, fresh annual, Excellent Condition. Hangared at French Valley Airport. Contact Jim at: 951-232-3025, [email protected]. Pictures, component times and other information can be viewed at www.advflights.com (10-09)

eurOcOpter1983 AS-365N Dauphin VIP S/N: 6080, 3400 TT, Fresh Airframe Major Overhaul Contact: [email protected], Ph: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550 (10-09)

2005 Eurocopter EC120 B, S/N: 1397, N526AG, TSN: 292 hrs, Optional Equipment: High Spec Paint Finish, Factory Fitted Air Conditioning, Factory Fitted Floats, Full Sagem ‘’Glass Cockpit’’, Asking: 1.000.000 EUR. Please log into www.savback.com for further information. 10-09

2007 Eurocopter EC130 B4, S/N: 4346 TSN: 9 hours TT, Optional Equipment: Standard with Dual Controls. Asking €1.800.000. Please log into www.savback.com for further information. 10-09

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2009 Eurocopter AS350 B2, TSN: 40 hours TT, Op-tional Equipment: Comfort lay-out with sound-proof-ing, Energy-absorbing front seats, Pilot’s winshield wipers, Left side two place front bench, KANNAD 406 AF-H - Emergency Locator Transmitter, instead of KANNAD 121 AF-H Emergency locator Transmitter. Asking: €1.300.000. Please log into www.savback.com for further information. 10-09

1998 Eurocopter EC120, S/N: 1018, SE-JEP, TSN: 2720 hours TT, Optional Equipment: Dual Control, Cargo Hook, Mirror, Pop-outs (Fixed provisions). Askin: €560.000. Please log into www.savback.com for further information. 10-09

2009 Eurocopter AS350 B3, S/N: 4696, SE-JBM, TSN: 20 hours TT, Optional Equipment: Pilot’s Windshield Wiper, 2nd Battery Kit, Skid Wearing plates, Cargo Swing (1400Kg - 3,080 Lb) fixed parts KANNAD 406 AF-H Emergency, Locator Transmit-ter instead of KANNAD 121 AF-H Emergency Locator Transmitter, Energy-absorbing front seats, Asking €1.780. Please log into www.savback.com for fur ther information. 10-09

New 2008 AS 350B-3 - Immediate Delivery. Dual Hy-draulics w/Increased Gross Weight Mod, Twist Grip Throttles, L&R Rear Sliding Doors, High Skids w/Long Boarding Steps, Dual Controls, Standard Interior w/Cloth Seats, Standard Avionics Package plus GMX-330 & 406 ELT. Helicopters Unlimited, 979-335-4552, [email protected] (10-09)

2002 AS350B2 2975TT, RH & LH Sliding Door, Dual Controls, Air Conditioning. Contact Marc Mongeau: +33 608 786 373 tel, +33 153 016 550 fax [email protected] (10-09)

1991,SN2415,AS350B-2 for sale. Total time 13,880. Used for flightseeing. No offshore history. Please call or email for component times, pricing and aircraft equipment. For Sale or Long Term Lease. 425-825-8411, [email protected] (10-09)

1991,SN2475,AS350B-2 for sale. Total time 13,560. Used for flightseeing. No offshore history. Please call or email for component times, pricing and aircraft equipment. For Sale or Long Term Lease. 425-825-8411, [email protected] (10-09)

NEW EC-135P-2i, IMMEDIATE DELIVERY. SP-IFR certified, Cat ‘A’ ops certified, paint to specs, air cond, corp config, leather int, rotor brake, avionics solution 11, glass cockpit (MEGHAS FCDS). US registered & certified. Helicopters Unlimited, 979-335-4552, [email protected] (10-09)

1979 SA-300L PUMA 1500 TT, VIP Configuration and Utility Configuration, Contact: [email protected], Tel: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550 (10-09)

2009 EC-130B4 Factory Delivery New March 2009, VIP, Air Conditioning, Cargo Swing, Contact: [email protected], Tel: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550 (10-09)

1996 AS-350B2 rebuilder, Or parts, M.R strike, Fuel Cell, High Skid gear, High back seats, Cargo hook, FDC filter, etc,etc. Westcan Aircraft PH-250-554-4202 FX-250-376-1119, [email protected] www.westcanaircraft.com (10-09)

1981 AS-355F1 AFTT: 3600 Hr, Private Use, Cor-porate Interior with Leather Seats. Contact: [email protected], +33 608 786 373 tel, +33 153 016 550 fax (10-09)

1978 SA365C3 IFR SN 5013, 8545 TT, Utility configu-ration, Optionals. Contact: [email protected], Tel: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550 (10-09)

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1969 Hughes OH-6, N74LB, SN 091221, 77 Corvette yellow, 3602 TTAC, completed 100/300 hr inspection, excellent times, new 10K hr Tailboom, new short shaft, main blades times remaining 2242hrs, Allison C20-10D, engine time since overhaul 324.9, rebuilt rotor head, moving map GPS, extras, always hangared. Call Ken Scott 406-745-3218, $325,000 (10-09)

Hughes 300C 1989 SN1398 TTSN 5,805 Aux Fuel, Heater, KY 196A Com, KT 76A TXPR w/mode C, Dual Controls & More! Price Reduced! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 [email protected] www.prestigehelicopters.com 10-09

1967 TH55 Hughes/Schweizer 269A, Normal cat-egory, 2-owner machine with spare M/R blade, cargo rack, modern avionics. For more info. Pls. Email/call ken at 850-763-9000 [email protected] 12-09

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2009 R44 Raven II with 79 hours total time, Garmin 430, pilot side mounted Garmin 696, A/C, jet black ex-terior with tan leather interior. Contact Bulldog Avia-tion 501-425-1215, [email protected] 09-10

R44 2000 Raven 1600 TTSN N436MR White/Green with gray leather, 150 XL, KT76A, AH, DG, and more. Call Mike Russell 404-307-3254 [email protected] 10-09

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2008 RII w/AC -110 hrs TT. Metallic paint, leather, bubble windows, Bose headsets, AM/FM/CD, Pilot Console w/G420 & Traffic Display. Export & Deliv-ery Available. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or email [email protected] 10-09

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2008 BII - 45 hrs TT. Nice equipment, sharp paint job - Great Price! Export & Delivery Available. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or email [email protected] 10-09

2006 RII w/AC - 710 hrs TT. Metallic Astro paint, leather seats, bubble windows, 2 Bose headsets. At-titude & Heading Indicators, King Radio #1 & Garmin 420 GPS/Radio #2, Garmin 330 Transponder w/Traf-fic Display. Flown and maintained on Part 135. Export, Shipping & Delivery Services Available. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or email [email protected] 10-09

R44 II New 2009 SN12812 Black Metallic/Gold Me-tallic/Tan Leather, Taped on N#, Garmin 430 & HSI, Garmin GTX330, Art Horizon, Turn Coordinator, 4 Bose Headsets, 4 point safety harness, 4 bubble windows, Kannad 406 ELT & more! 2008 Pricing! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 [email protected] www.prestigehelicopters.com 10-09

R44 2007 N133AA TTSN 290 Black Metallic/ Gray Leather, Taped on N#, 9 Hole Panel, Air Condition-ing, Garmin 530 w/pilot side console & HSI, Garmin GTX330, Radar Altimeter, Art horizon, turn Coordi-nator, Bose Headsets, 4 point safety harness, 4 bubble windows, Kannad 406 ELT & more! Price reduced for quick sale! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 [email protected] www.prestigehelicopters.com 10-09

R44 2006 N122AA TTSNFOH 92 hours! Factory overhauled Nov 2008! Gold Metallic/ Tan Leather, 9 Hole Panel, Air Conditioning, Garmin 530 w/pilot side console & HSI, Garmin GTX330, Art horizon, turn Coordinator, 2 Bose Headsets, ELT & more! Price reduced for quick sale! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 [email protected] www.prestigehelicopters.com 10-09

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R44 II 2006 N3194W TTSN 1,070 White/ Silver/ Gray Cloth, Air Conditioning, Garmin 420 Garmin GTX327, Art horizon, 2 Bose Headsets, bubble win-dows, ELT & & more! Priced for quick sale! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 [email protected] www.prestigehelicopters.com 10-09

R44 II 2005 SN10971 TTSN 890 hours NDH Red Met/Gold Trim / Tan Leather, AH, DG, Garmin 420 & more! Priced Reduced! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 [email protected] www.prestigehelicopters.com 10-09

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R44 I 2002 (IFR Trainer) N820DF TTSN750 Hours Green/ Gold/ Tan Leather, 10 Hole Panel, HSI, AH, TC, CDI/GS, Dual (2) Garmin 430’s,Marker Beacons, Bubble Windows, 4 Bose Headset Jacks, ELT 3000_10 & More! NDH! Priced for quick sale! ! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 [email protected] www.prestigehelicopters.com 10-09

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NEW 2009 ROBINSON BETA II, List $244,000, Offered $212,933. White with Blue Trim. Contact: Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Bill Cooper, 800-391-2391 tfn

R44 I 2002 (IFR Trainer) N820DF TTSN750 Hours Green/ Gold/ Tan Leather, 10 Hole Panel, HSI, AH, TC, CDI/GS, Dual (2) Garmin 430’s,Marker Beacons, Bubble Windows, 4 Bose Headset Jacks, ELT 3000-10 & More! NDH! Priced for quick sale!! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 (10-09)

R44Sales.com2008 & 2009 New and used R44 Raven Is & IIs, Clip-per Is & IIs & IFR Trainers. Many new and used listings. Deliveries from October thru May 2009. Choose color and options. Full factory warranty. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-824-5506 or visit R44Sales.com for details. (10-09)

ROBINSON R22 BETA II with Garmin G400 GPS available for lease to flight school. Call 323-376-1969 or email [email protected], Visit our website http://www.robinsonleasing.com (10-09)

2005 Robinson R44 Raven II, 225 hrs TT, NAT AA12S Audio panel, intercom, KY196A, KT76C, Garmin 420 GPS/COMM, artificial horizon, directional gyro, leath-er seats, bubble windows. Lane Aviation, Rosenberg, TX, 281-342-5451 OR FAX 281-232-5401, [email protected], www.laneav.com (tfn)

schweizer1996 Schweizer 300CB, N20059 ACTT:2385, ENGTT:385, SN:0053, VFR, Very Clean, hangared, flyable ground wheels, cabin heater. 600 HR, 24 Mo Insp. completed 12/08. $165,000. Contact Patrick at Adirondack helicopters, Inc. (315)868-4901 email: [email protected] 10-09

N388JA, a 2004 Schweizer 300CBi, 388 TTSN, VFR w/6pack Instrumentation, IFR config possible. Left Hand Pic, Very clean A/C, ‘04 paint, ‘04 interior, 3-seats. Negotiate with us. A/C located in St. Petersburg, FL. Call for pricing and details. OFFICE 727-823-5200 or FAX 727-823-5484. Visit our website at: www.wfhelicopters.com 10-09

2006 Schweizer 300CBI, s/n 240, N153HT, 1300 TT, Garmin 430, heater, basic VFR trainer, very clean aircraft, Contact John at 570-656-6477 or [email protected] for more details. Please visit our website at hitechhelicopters.net 10-09

New 2009 Schweizer S300CBI, s/n 358, N21496, Garmin 430, heater, basic VFR trainer, motivated sales center! Contact John at 570-656-6477 or [email protected] for more details. Please visit our website at hitechhelicopters.net 10-09

2007 Schweizer 300CBI, N511BH. TT921 hrs., dual controls, heater, flyable ground wheels,dual landing lights, Bendix/King Ky96A COMMS, Xponder, GPS Mount & VSI. Aircraft location: Norwood, MA. Con-tact: Blue Hill Helicopters, 781-688-0263. Visit our website for more opportunites: www.bluehillhelicop-ters.com 10-09

1978 Schweizer 269C, S/N: 1179, N58274, 6470 TT, 663 SMOH, 6470 SNEW, VFR, 3 seats. Motivated Seller! Please contact: Tim Shunk @ 303-419-1389 or [email protected]. Visit us at www.elite-helicopter.com (10-09)

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1985 Sikorsky S-76A++, S/N: 760282, SE-JUZ, TSN: 10.012 hrs, Optional Equipment: Heated glass wind-shields, Electric cabin door locks, Flotation provisions, Hoist provisions, BF Goodrich rotor brake, DC/AC voltage indicators, 3 position strobe light system, Disc light Snow kit system, Hinged fuel filler caps, Phase II AFCS, Second anti-coll light, ACC cockpit heating system Emergency, Cargo hook provisions, RH Sliding door (new style), Fuel totalizer, Second fixed landing light, Recognition lights, Alternate static system, Chad-wick provisions, Tedeco Zapper kit. Asking $2,380,000 USD. Please log into www.savback.com for further information. 10-09

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SPECIAL#1! Straight From The Factory! SN 0352, a 2008 S300CBi. Let’s make a deal! SPECIAL#2! SN 0357, 2009 Basic VFR 300CBi Trainer! For more details please contact: OFFICE 727-823-5200 or FAX 727-823-5484. Visit our website at: www.wfhelicopters.com 10-09

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ag relateDEverything for the Ag Operator. Satloc Level III Sales & Service, Spray Systems, CP Nozzles, Dry Breaks, AgTex, Avtex Airforce/Navy Flight Suits Helmets. Light Weight, Noise Attentuated. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 573-359-0500, email to: [email protected] (10-09)

eNgiNesAvailable with Special Pricing: E3616104-1 rotor seal; E3826779-1 housing aft defuser ; E3826825-3 inlet guide vane; E3842347-1 pilot ring (outer); E3860404-1 gearshaft; E3860675-1 nut; E3846206-3 deflector; E3830155-2 primary manifold; E3860005-2 gear ; E3860339-1 gear set. Contact Tulsa Propulsion En-gines 918-756-6969. 04-10

C-30P Gearbox and Fuel system overhauled. West-can Aircraft PH-250-554-4202 FX-250-376-1119, [email protected] www.westcanaircraft.com (10-09)

ROLLS ROYCE 250 COMPRESSOR CASE ASSEM-BLIES. P/N 23057142. EXCHANGE PROGRAM PRICE US $4550.00. PHONE 816-246-4527, FAX 816-246-5341, EMAIL [email protected], www.parts-base.com (02-10)

Lycoming VO/TVO-435 & 540, many new parts, 50% off! Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredair-parts.com (02-10)

PT-6, Allison and Turbomeca parts. We have a small inventory of new parts, including consumables. Pre-ferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10)

Action Aircraft is a full-service overhaul/repair facility for Rolls -Royce 250 series engines located in Dallas, Texas. We offer superior service and pricing in addi-tion to free technical assistance. Engines, modules and parts available on outright and exchange basis. When you need RR250 engine overhaul and repair - “Take Action”. Please call phone 214-351-1284 or 1-800-909-7616, fax: 214-351-1286, email: [email protected]., website: www.actionaircraft.com (12-09)

UNIVERSAL TURBINE PARTS, INC.Stocking Sup-plier of Pratt & Whitney PT6A & PT6T Parts, Engines & Accesories. New, Overhauled & Serviceable. We Buy Turbine Aircraft, Engines, & Inventory. All Condi-tions. Call for Fax or a Quote Call USA +1 334-361-7853, FAX USA +1 334-361-0290 E-MAIL: [email protected] (08-10)

equipmeNtSIMPLEX has acquired the Helipod product line. Robinson spray and cargo systems are now available through Simplex. Call 503-257-3511 or visit www.simplexmfg.com for more information 12-09

HELI-LOADER for Bell L3 series helicopter. Used condition, 24V, made in Japan, runs great! Part Num-ber: NHL-IV. Asking price $6,000.00 USD. Call: Jay Reeder @ 208-948-0506 or Email: [email protected] 10-09

FOR SALE: Like New DART Heli-Utility-Pod for Eurocopter AS 350. P/N D350-602-011. Like new, with paperwork and hardware. $8000 USD. Call: Jay Reeder @ 208-948-0506 or Email: [email protected] (10-09)

Bubble covers, Engine covers, Blade tie-downs, engine plugs & blade covers at Bruce’s Custom Covers, 408-738-3959, [email protected] (02-10)

Dyna Nav (Dynamic Navigation & Mapping Systems) provides GPS guidance systems for your aircraft. 604-465-0009, [email protected], www.dynanav.com 06-10

Longranger Pop out floats, Complete. New Aeronati-cal on condition bags installed in 2002. Aeronautical Electric Valve. Westcan Aircraft PH-250-554-4202 FX-250-376-1119, [email protected], www.westcanaircraft.com (10-09)

New & Serviceable helicopter floats and fuel cells in stock includes all Bell models. We also repair and certify floats and fuel cells for most helicopters. Call 337-839-0500 or email [email protected] (10-09)

LongRanger Cargo Hook & Beam Assy 206-706-341-101 including provisions. Also have 206B/206L rotor brake, dual control, wire strike Kits and parts for sale Call Tradewind Int’l. 800-585-7004, 608-756-3632. Fax: 608-756-2606. Email: [email protected], www.helicopterparts.net (12-09)

Chadwick Track And Balance units, complete. Full warranty. Heli-Tech, 850-763-9000; fax 850-763-8712 (12-09)

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Mid-Continent Aircraft Insurance Brokers - Over 59 years Risk Management Experience for Professional Operators. 800-325-0885, e-mail: [email protected] Sharon/Laura (10-09)

misc. itemsThe great new Schweiss one-piece hydraulic door features a self-supporting header frame, requiring a minimum 4-inch headroom, and the ever-fast-moving bifold door features the new lift strap technology that provides a quiet, smooth operating door. Schweiss Bi-fold Doors, at bifold.com or 800-746-8273 (12-09)

LOT FOR SALE: One-acre-square house lot, Plane Living Sky Park, 2,000 s.f., all-brick, covenants, 5 miles west of I-75, Exit 142, Public water, septic sewer. paved streets, curb and gutter, street lights. Lot is one of 13 directly on new sod runway, Google It! (Google photo before development). South side of Hwy 96 at 50 Lane Rd., Fort Valley, Georgia 31030, Save thousands and buy from owner. $49,900 includes closing costs. 478.987.2250 (tfn)

LOT FOR SALE: Beautiful 2.73 acres wooded lot, 298’ wide and 400’ deep, Pine Ridge Equestrian Es-tates, Public water and septic sewer, Five miles from Crystal River, Florida, Covenant exclusive neighbor-hood, Community center, Pool & golf course. Mini-ranchettes with zoning that allows up to three horses and stables with your home. 27 miles of horse trails with access at rear of lot. GOOGLE IT! Citrus County, Florida, 3620 Stirrup Drive, Beverly Hills, FL. $92,000. Save Thousands-buy from owner. Realtor and closing fees paid for by seller. Priced below appraisal for quick sale, 888-987-2250, [email protected] (tfn)

Schweiss Bi-Fold Doors leads the bifold door industry in quality, innovation, design, and price. Our website at http://bifold.com offers assistance with installing bifold doors, upgrading your existing building structure, and helping you find the best bi-fold door for your needs (12-09)

OperatiONsFor Sale, 100X100 Behlen heated aircraft hanger, with 30X15 office, central heat and air in office, Schweis 60’ Bi fold door, electric & water, completed in 2005, located at (47K) KS. Ideal facility for Ag operator, main-tenance operation or corporate flight department.Price $265,000. Contact Randy Hardy @ 316-655-2322 or Dick Russell @ 316-208-3140 (12-09)

400+ Acres: Managed as wildlife reserve for over 20 years. Area known for record buck, abundant turkey, deer & other native wildlife including eagles. Located on paved road w/large barn, 1-room cabin& well, Noxubee County, MS. 3/4 mile driveway w/me-chanical gates. $2650USD per acre. 662-361-8697, [email protected] (10-09)

partsTooling for Bell, Eurocopter, MD and Rolls Royce maintenance & overhaul tasks. Also stands, fixtures and work-aids. SAI: www.SzaboAviation.com or contact Bill at [email protected] or 604-538-7673 (10-09)

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Bell Drive & Sump assy, 212-040-365-105, 2 NEW with Bell Certs. Contact Tulsa Propulsion Engines 918-756-6969. 04-10

Bell Quill Assy 212-040-208-003, 2 available with Bell Certs Contact Tulsa Propulsion Engines 918-756-6969. 04-10

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Bell-206B in for parts, undamaged aircraft, Complete, High Skid gear-025 Main Rotor Tranny, mast, Free-wheel, C-20 Engine. C-20B compressor, Contact Brad with your needs. Westcan Aircraft PH-250-554-4202 FX-250376-1119, [email protected] www.westcanaircraft.com (10-09)

Bell Helicopter Tailbooms For Sale. 205/212/412 to 206B/L series and 407. Sold with Transport Canada Form 1 Certification, overhauled using Bell CSF Approved Jigs to ensure Structural Compliance for alignment. CHS, Mike Duck, Phone: 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, [email protected] 06-10

Parting out Bell 212 and 206 Fuselages, many parts available. Please phone or Fax your requests. CHS, Mike Duck, Phone: 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, E-mail: [email protected] 06-10

UH-1H Composite main rotor blades for sale P/N 205-015-150-101 and main rotor blades B model P/N 204-011-001-015. Tail rotor blades Van Horn Aviation P/N 2042200-101 for the H and B models. Call Pablo at HeliBlade, Inc. 530-743- 0151. 04-10

1988 Bell-412SP in for parts, Complete undamaged aircraft, Tail boom with strake kit, Twin pac, rotables, instruments, etc,etc Westcan Aircraft PH-250-554-4202 FX-250-376-1119, [email protected] www.westcanaircraft.com (10-09)

Bell 206L-4 New Low Skid kit for sale. Will trade for float kit for L-4. 631-588-2780. 10-09

Bell 206B Tail Rotor Gear Box as removed. P/N 206-040-400-13 outright. 631-588-2780. 10-09

Cascade Aircraft Conversions new Barrier Filter System. Reduce your TOT by up to 38º C. www.cas-cadeaircraftconversions.com, [email protected], 509-635-1212 06-10

NEW Tail Rotor Blades for UH-1H–FAA STC/PMA SR02051LA, Carbon Fiber construction, 2400 hr ser-vice life, competitive pricing. Van Horn Aviation LLC, 480-483-4202, www.vanhornaviation.com (12-09)

Parting out a 1995 Schweizer 300CB, drive train/power train & many more parts. Pls. contact Ken 850-763-9000 Fax 850-763-8712 or email [email protected] (12-09)

Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC acces-sories, accessory parts for just about everything. Big discounts! 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10)

Sikorsky parts. We have a growing stock of new Sikorsky parts. We can often save you time and money. Contact us or check stock on our web site. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10)

MD Helicopter parts. We have a few new MD Helicopter parts. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10)

Hughes parts. We have some new Hughes parts at big discounts. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10)

Hiller parts. We have a small stock of new Hiller parts. Check with us often. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10)

Eurocopter parts. We have purchased several in-ventories of new parts and are ready to serve you. Contact us, or search our web site for the parts you need. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredair-parts.com (02-10)

Enstrom parts. We have a small stock of new Enstrom parts. Check with us often. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10)

Bell parts. We have a nice stock of new parts for Bell 47, 206 and others. It’s worth the effort to check with us, or search our web site for your part numbers. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10)

New STC Tail Rotor Blades, Part No. 204-2200-101 for 204 UH-1 heliopters from Van Horn Aviaiton LLC. Contact HeliBlade Inc. Distributor & Service Center for these new and improved composite tail rotors 530-743-0151 (04-10)

RR 250-C20B complete compressor 0.00 TSO new wheels. $45,000.00 USD exchange. Call 631-588-2780. 10-09

ENSTROM PARTS, SALES & SERVICE Huge parts inventory, 20 yrs exp., loaner tools. AOG same day shipping a specialty, full time factory trained A&P parts man on staff. Get service advice with your parts. A.O.G. and Exports Sales New Garden Aviation, Ask for Tom 610-268-2048 Fax 610-268-0342 (10-09)

BELL 47 PARTS FAA/PMA Approved Many in stock and ready to ship. M/R Grips for 1200 hours with no eddy current inspections. Fan Belts, Engine Mounts, Mufflers, Sprag Kits, “ No Bar” Control System and many other parts. [email protected], www.thcwasp.com or 972-399-1045 office or 972-790-6397 fax (10-09)

Universal Turbine Parts, Inc. Stocking Supplier of Pratt & Whitney PT6A & PT6T Parts, Engines & Accesories. New, Overhauled & Serviceable. We Buy Turbine Aircraft, Engines, & Inventory. All Conditions. Call for Fax or a Quote Call USA +1 334-361-7853, FAX USA +1 334-361-0290 E-MAIL: [email protected] (08-10)

UH-1 Overhauled Components available exchange or outright; 204-012-101-141 M/R hub, 204-040-016-5 Transmission, 204-011-400-11 Swashplate & Support assy., 204-011-401-11 Scissors & Sleeve assy, 205-040-263-111 Input Quill, 205-040-200-1 gen. Offset Quill, (4) 204-040-600-11 Hanger assy., 204-040-003-37 gear box 42, 204-040-012-13 gear box 90. Pac West Helicopters CRS PW6R1161J Tel/530-241-2402 “e” [email protected] (10-09)

UH-1 Vertical Fin Spar Kits. Pac West Helicopters is an approved Distributor for the Global Helicopter Technology STC approved Vertical Fin Spar replace-ment which terminates AD99-25-12 action. Have your kit installed by us at our Cal. facility where we are able to perform extensive repairs if necessary, order your kit and install it at your shop, or arrange for us to install it at your location. For sales and scheduling contact Tel/530-241-2402 “e” [email protected] (10-09)

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Bulldog Aviation–Go where you want to go! Located at Saline Co. Regional Airport (KSUZ), We’ll trade for anything! Flight instructors on duty. Call 501-425-1215, [email protected] 09-10

United Rotorcraft Solutions is your solution for : Cus-tomized completions & modifications, STC’d NVG lighting, TSO’d night vision goggles, maintenance, avi-onics, paint and interiors. Conquer the Dark! Call 940-627-0626 or visit www.unitedrotorcraft.com 11-09

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Floats & Fuel Cells–your N. american Eurocopter authorized repair facility with comprehensive repair capabilities for all makes & models, available for 24/7 shipping. FAA repair staion no. TH4R544M. 901-842-7110, www.ffcfuelcells.com 12-09

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WEST FLORIDA HELICOPTERS: Authorized sales dealer for Sikorsky Global Helicopters/ Light Heli-copter Program. Details at OFFICE 727-823-5200 or FAX 727-823-5484. Visit our website at: www.wfhelicopters.com 10-09

TRANSLAND~Your Aerial Dispersal Equipment Choice! We have Stainless Steel Booms, Pumps/Valves & much more. We look forward to serving you! Contact us Today. [email protected]. Please visit our website: www.translandllc.com, Se Habla Espanol 940-687-1100, 940-687-1941 Fax 06-10

CHS - your complete Bell Helicopter Repair and Overhaul Facility, supporting only Bell Helicopter Products from Component Overhauls to Major Inspections. CHS puts quality first. CHS #9-5225 216th Street Langley, B.C. V2Y 2N3 www.helistruc-tures.com Transport Canada AMO#.137-96 and EASA.145.7112 604-533-1148 Fax: 604-533-1517 [email protected] 06-10

Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Component Overhauls. 205/212/412/206B/L Series and 407. Quality Services, Competitive Pricing with Technical staff, specializing only in Bell Products. Contact: CHS, Mike Duck, Phone: 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, E-mail: [email protected] 06-10

Specializing in Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Tailboom Overhauls. 205/212/412 Tailbooms, 206B/L and 407 overhauled using Bell Approved Jigs. Tail-booms overhauled to Bell Specifications. Certification provided Transport Canada Form 1. Mike Duck, 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, [email protected] 06-10

Specializing in Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Air Frame Completions/Refurbishments. Authorized Bell Helicopter Textron Customer Service Facility, specializing in Models 205/212/412, 206 Series, 407s. Quality Services, Competitive Pricing with Technical staff specializing only in Bell Products. CHS, Mike Duck, 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, [email protected] 06-10

Helicopter Component Repair : Metal bond and composite repair - fast and easy! Your one stop re-pair facility. Now producing High Heat Components. Contact : Helicomb International, Tulsa, OK 918-835-3999 02-10


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Action Aircraft Parts .............. 26

Adirondack Helicopters ..........17

Air Rescue Systems ....................9

Aircraft Magneto Svcs ........... 22

Aviation Insurance Corp ............

AvidAir .........................................2

BatteryMinder ......................... 13

Blue Hill Helicopters ...............17

Brightline Bags ........................ 14

Bruce’s Custom Covers ...........12

Bulldog Aviation ...................... 23

Canadian Heli Structures ...... 28

Cascade Aircraft Conversions .....5

Dyna-Nav ....................................5

Eastern Helicopter ...................17

Edwards & Assoc. ......................3

Falcon Insurance ........................8

Floats & Fuel Cells .................. 24

FL Sun Coast .............................17

Hampton Roads Helicopters. 17

Heli-Tech ....................................11

HeliBlade .................................. 29

Helicopter Assoc, Int’l ............ 32

HelicopterBuyer ....................... 27

Helicopters Northwest ..............8

HeliWagon ............................... 27

Hi-Tech Helicopters ..................17

HW Farren ..................................7

Machida Borescopes .................9

Mauna Loa Helicopters ..........17

Northwest Helicopters ......Cover

Palm Beach Helicopters ..........17

Preferred Airparts ................... 14

Prestige Helicopters ............... 16

Schweiss Bi-Fold Doors .......... 22

Simplex Manufacturing ......... 26

Spitfire Aerospace ...................17

Tradewind Int’l ........................ 16

Transland .................................. 15

Tulsa Propulsion ...................... 25

Universal Turbine Parts ......... 23

Van Horn Aviation .................. 25

Advertisers Index

Bell Helicopter Importations and Exports, Pre Buy Inspections, as well as Helicopter Appraisals. . Contact: CHS. Mike Duck, Phone: 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, E-mail: [email protected] 06-10

D&D Avionics Services–Avionics & Modifications. Distributor of Skeyeview–Producing DVD quality video files with cockpit audio in a vidoe standard for-mat for easy playback. 478-254-6552, [email protected] (tfn)

Rotor blade repairs by HeliBlade, Inc. a FAA Repair Station. Contact Pablo Mar tinez at 530-743-0151 (04-10)

Magellan Aerospace Turbine Services LLC a FAA/EASA Approved repair station, for A250, T53, CT58 and TPE331 turbine engines component overhaul or repair. For more information visit our website at www.magellanats.com or Call 623-931-0010 (10-09)

Component Overhauls & Part Sales, FAA,CRS, Agusta, Bell, Eurocopter, & MD Approved CSF, Acclaimed Qual-ity Service, Competitive pricing, Discount on Parts, Dedi-cated Friendly Customer Service. Contact Tom Sullivan at Sterling Helicopter. 215-271-2510 Fax 215-788-7319, E-mail: [email protected] (10-09)

Export / Import, Pre-Buys & Transport ANY-WHERE! Aircraft Recovery. Contact Tom Sullivan at Sterling Helicopter 215-271-2510 Fax 215-788-7319 E-mail: [email protected] (10-09)

BELL 47 PARTS FAA/PMA Approved We have over 50 years of knowledge in the Bell 47 Model Helicopter. If you have a question or need a part contact us.Texas Helicopter Co., Inc. 972-399-1045 office or 972-790-6397 fax or email us at [email protected] or visit our web site www.thcwasp.com. (10-09)

Universal Turbine Parts, Inc. Stocking Supplier of Pratt & Whitney PT6A & PT6T Parts, Engines & Accesories. New, Overhauled & Serviceable. We Buy Turbine Aircraft, Engines, & Inventory. All Conditions. Call for Fax for a Quote Call USA +1 334-361-7853, FAX USA +1 334-361-0290 E-MAIL: [email protected] (08-10)

schOOls / traiNiNgBLUE HILL HELICOPTERS, Norwood MA. Part 141 approved Flight Training, Photo Flights, Helicopter Sales/Services, Helicopter Tours. For more details, please visit our website: www.bluehillhelicopters.com, Contact us at [email protected], 781-688-0263 Come Fly With Us! 10-09

Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Sarasota and Lakeland. Come fly with us - we offer training & tours. Autho-rized Robinson sales & service. Call: Sarasota: 941-335-1258 or Lakeland: 863-648-9680. tfn

Helicopter Training in Hawaii. “Excellence in Flight Training” at Mauna Loa Helicopters on Oahu, Kauai, and the Big Island. Come fly with us in the best weather in the US. MLH offers: PVT, COM, IFR, CFI, CFII, ATP, FAA certified FLY-IT simulator, mountain course, external load training, and now offering fixed wing training. MLH is 141 certified, and VA approved. Student financing / student housing / college degree programs / International flight training / accelerated programs available. Call (808) 334-0234 or e-mail [email protected], www.maunaloahelicopters.com 12-09

sOFtwarewww.AircraftCostAnalysis.com Helicopter Opera-tors can calculate your breakeven, % investment return, profit potential, and produce annual & monthly cash flows. Project your financials without spending hours of your time. All reports are produced auto-matically and accurately after you provide your inputs. Types of analyses performed include: Company/Indi-vidual Ownership, Managed with/without Leaseback, Commercial Operation, Agricultural/Fire/Ambulance Operations, Joint Ownership, Fractional Ownership, and Charter/Rental. Helicopter sales organizations can provide your prospects with customized & pro-fessional ownership cost analysis. This program is a great sales aid and management tool. FREE sample reports. Click REQUEST INFORMATION on the website or call 281-419-7443 (12-09)

tOOlsMake life easier - or at least make your engine and aircraft inspections easier using a flexible borescope from Machida, Inc. Call: 800-431-5420 or [email protected] 03-10

Borescope and Videoscope Repair Services. Any brand or any model. Your one stop source for the best value visual inspection equipment since 1981. Check out our new products and rental units at www.Borescopesrus.com or call Borescopes-R-Us at 931-362-4009 (10-09)

vehicles

Heli OPS truck/trailer COMBO. Designed & built by experienced pilot. 5500 08 Chevrolet crew cab, 4-door, 4WD, 330HP Diesel, less than 1500 miles, never put in field service. 26-foot Better-Built goose-neck trailer, new 2200 Gal nurse tank, 500 Gal batch tank. 50 Gal pre-batch crane on truck bed to lift drums, 12-drum capacity on truck, all new tanks, hoses, pumps, valves, meters etc. Toolboxes & extra storage compartments on trailer. Radios installed on truck. Designed for 2-man crew pilot/driver. Call Mike at Silvaair 800-844-0904 or 205-602-0097 (10-09)

waNteDBulldog Aviation had an immediate buyer for a mid-time Robinson R22. Call 501-425-1215, [email protected] 09-10

Parts Wanted Bell 206 B&L, 204, 205, 212, 214 , MD, Eurocopter, & Allison. Looking for R/B, W/S, Duals etc. kits and parts. We buy inventories or By The Piece. Call Tradewind Int’l. 800-585-7004, 608-756-3632. www.helicopterparts.net [email protected] (12-09)

Universal Turbine Parts, Inc. We buy Turbine Aircraft Engines & Inventory. All conditions. Call or Fax for a Quote 334-361-7853; fax 334-361-0290 E-MAIL: [email protected] (08-10)

July 2009 1

INSIDE THIS EDITION: Liability exposure of a contract pilot, Battery sulfation: prevention and repair, Habits, ALEA comes to Savannah, Eurocopter presents the EC175

1992 Bell 206L3TOTAL TIME: 3,675 ASKING PRICE: Call for priceCONTACT: Mike Russell 404-307-3254 [email protected], www.prestigehelicopters.comMore about this helicopter on page 20

VoluMe 10, JulY 2009This edition mailed on: June 23, 2009

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April 2009 1

INSIDE: Heli-Expo 2009 review, Helisupport NZ services, Letters to the Editor

Volume 10, April 2009Your #1 source for the helicopter marketplace

Formally Universal Helicopter

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2 Eurocopter AS350BAs

REGISTRATION: PENdING

SERIAL NUMBER: 1873 & 1087

TOTAL TIME: 9881, 7702ASKING PRIcE: OPTIONS STARTING AT $850,000

cONTAcT: [email protected]

More about this helicopter on page 20, more on Helisupport NZ on page 4

August 2009 1 INSIDE THIS EDITION: Bell 429 achieves certification, Whirly

Girls accepting applications for training, Common aviation

insurance terms and definitions

2008 Robinson R44 Raven II

2006 Robinson R44 Raven II

2008 Robinson R22 Beta II

TOTAL TIME: 110, 675, 45

ASKING PRICE: Call for Pricing

CONTACT: Dave Hynes 757-488-9044, [email protected]

More about N62FA on page 20

VoluMe 10, AuGuST 2009

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September 2009 1

INSIDE THIS EDITION: Extensionå for comments on CRM training for Part 135, Photos from ALEA, Boeing celebrates 45th anniversary of Sea Knight first flight, Heavy lift helicopter community celebrates propulsion first

Volume 10, SePTemBeR 2009This edition mailed on: August 24, 2009


Enhanced Bell 205A ++ TOTAL TIME: (Airframe) 2382ASKING PRICE: Please callCONTACT: Don Groenemann, 817-266-8788, [email protected] or John Milko, 540-992-5500, [email protected] about this helicopter on page 20

June 2009 1

INSIDE THIS EDITION: Come fly with Loudoun Aviation, British team

challenges for World Helicopter Championships, Tim McAdam’s

Protecting your tail...plus much more!

2002 Robinson R44 Clipper I

REGISTRATION: N442EK

SERIAL NUMBER: 1146

TOTAL TIME: 2,200, 3 HRS SMOH

ASKING PRICE: $315,000

CONTACT: 805-512-1371, [email protected]

www.robinsonhelicopterparts.com

More about this helicopter on page 20

VoluMe 10, JuNe 2009

This edition mailed on: May 26, 2009



April 2009 1

INSIDE: Formally Universal Helicopter

Bell UH-1H PlusREGISTRATION: N703PH

SERIAL NUMBER: 69-15602

TOTAL TIME: 4749.5

ASKING PRIcE: cALL fOR PRIcE

cONTAcT: [email protected], 360-754-7200


Volume 10, May 2009

Your #1 source for the helicopter marketplace www.thehelicopternewspaper.com

October 2009 1

INSIDE THIS EDITION: Sikorsky breaks ground • The business of transporting

helicopters • THN tid-bits • NTSB reports • The anatomy of aviation insurance


Bell TAH-1P Cobra TOTAL TIME: 5195.1

ASKING PRICE: $1,395,000 USD

CONTACT: [email protected], 360-754-7200


VoluMe 10, oCToBeR 2009

This edition mailed on: September 30, 2009

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