The Helicopter Newspaper - Sept 2011

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Volume 11, September 2011

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inside this edition:Tenax has eliminated the bureaucracy, excess overhead, and communication barriersOntario Police Department takes delivery of third AS350 B2 • Isolair continues to growHillsboro Aviation launches online store • HFI ensures future successLeading rotary wing names join Helitech’s first Steering Committee

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inside this edition:Tenax has eliminated the bureaucracy, excess overhead, and communication barriersOntario Police Department takes delivery of third AS350 B2 • Isolair continues to growHillsboro Aviation launches online store • HFI ensures future successLeading rotary wing names join Helitech’s first Steering Committee

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Ontario Police Department’s Air Unit. “Because of these features, we have been able to create a spacious cockpit work environment even with all our advanced equipment, which allows our teams to operate at a higher level. The B2 is the right tool for the right job.”

The Ontario Police Department’s Air Support Unit was founded in 1989 and it converted to Eurocopter and the AS350 B2 in 2002. In addition to performing the normal patrol and surveillance missions, the Unit’s helicopters also provide assistance to the Identification Unit for aerial photography, the SWAT Team for their specialized operations, the Detective Bureau, the Narcotics Unit, and they occasionally assist other agencies within the City of Ontario.

American Eurocopter is the U.S. affiliate of Eurocopter, the largest helicopter manufacturer in the world, and a subsidiary of EADS North America Holdings, the North American operations of EADS, the second largest aerospace and defense company in the world. American Eurocopter is a helicopter manufacturer and markets, sells and supports the broadest range of civil and para-public helicopters offered by any manufacturer. The product line represents the most cost-effective, technologically-advanced helicopters, ranging from light single to heavy twin, serving all markets and missions. American Eurocopter’s headquarters and main facility are in Grand Prairie, TX, with a large manufacturing and production facility in Columbus, MS.

Ontario Police Department takes delivery of third AS350 B2GrAND PrAIrIE, TEXAS – American Eurocopter announced that the Ontario (CA) Police Air Support Unit has taken delivery of its third AS350 B2. The aircraft is scheduled to join the fleet in December when it will go into service performing patrol and surveillance missions for the City of Ontario, California.

“The AS350 family of helicopters is recognized throughout the U.S. airborne law enforcement community as a powerful and reliable platform that provides the performance and flexibility for a variety of missions and environments,” says Ed Van Winkle, American Eurocopter’s Law Enforcement Market Manager. “The AS350 B2 has provided the Ontario Police Air Support Unit with nearly a decade of service with low maintenance requirements and low cost of operation.”

Each of the Air Support Unit’s B2s are equipped with Spectrolab searchlights with 30 million candlepower, L-3/Wescam forward looking infrared (FLIr), and avionics for communication and navigation. Seventy to 80% of the Unit’s missions are flown at night, so outfitting their helicopters with additional high-tech equipment is a necessity, including NVG capability. Carrying a modern mission equipment suite may have been a problem for smaller, less powerful helicopters, but the AS350 B2 is able to do so with useful load to spare.

“The AS350 B2 gives us the power, cabin size and flexibility we need to accomplish our missions,” said Sergeant Eric Weidner, Officer in Charge of the


September 2011September 6-8, 2011ALEA Western Safety SeminarUniversalCity,CAwww.alea.org

September 27-29, 2011Helitech DuxfordDuxfordImperialWarMuseumwww.helitechevents.com

October 2011October 2011 - TBAALEA Canada Safety SeminarWinnipeg,Manitoba,Canadawww.alea.org

October 10-12, 2011NBAAA Meeting and ConferenceLasVegas,NVwww.nbaa.org

October 17-19, 2011AMTCSt.Louis,MOwww.aams.org

October 23, 201110th Annual Wings, Wheels, Rotors & ExpoLosAlamitosArmyAirfieldLosAlamitos,CAwwrexpo.net

November 2011November 1-3, 2011ALEA Central Safety SeminarAustin,TXwww.alea.org

November 12-14, 2011CIAM - Int’l Trade ShowCiamCancun2011www.expo-ciam.com/

November 14-17, 20112011 DoD Maintenence SymposiumFortWorthConventionCenterFortWorth,TXwww.sae.org

February 2012February 8-9, 2012Joseph Cribbins Aviation SymposiumHuntsville,ALwww.aaatv.countmein.com

February 11-14, 2012Heli-Expo 2012Dallas,TXwww.heliexpo.com

March 2012March 7-9, 2012Cygnus Aviation ExpoLasVegas,NVwww.cygnusaviationexpo.com

April 2012April 1-4, 20122012 AAAA Professional Forum & ExpoNashville,TNwww.quad-a.org

calendar of eventsApril 22-27, 2012MTLIWheeling,WVwww.aams.org

May 2012May 8-10, 2012EBACEGeneva,Switzerlandwww.ebace.aero

June 2012June 4-6, 2012 St. Petersburg Int’l Conference on Intergrated Navigation Systems St.Petersburg,Russiawww.aiaa.org

July 2012 July 9-15, 2012Farnborough InternationalUnitedKingdomwww.farnborough.com

July 23-29, 2012 EAA AirventureOshkosh,WIwww.airventure.org

May 2013May 14-16, 2013 EBACEGeneva,Switzerlandwww.ebace.aero

October 2013October TBA AMTCVirginiaBeach,VAwww.aams.org

May 2014May 13-15, 2014EBACEGeneva,Switzerlandwww.ebace.aero

July 2014July 14-20, 2014Farnborough International, UK,www.farnborough.com

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For 25 years, ISOLAIR has been manufacturing quality helicopter systems for the fire fighting, forestry and aerial application industries with an extensive line of certified and custom built helicopter equipment. ISOLAIR has the right system to fit your company’s needs and helicopter alike. From agricultural spray systems and bucket spreaders to fire fighting systems, forestry grapples and torches, ISOLAIR has the product for you! With competitive pricing, quality assurance, easy to install products and an ongoing commitment to customer service, we invite you to contact us. Our knowledgeable sales staff is ready to answer your questions and advise you on the ISOLAIR system that will best meet your company’s requirements.

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GrESHAM, Ore. - Sales continued to grow significantly in 2011 for the Gresham, Ore. based ISOLAIr Incorporated. While fire-fighting systems made up the majority of these sales, ISOLAIr continues to manufacture an extensive and innovative line of custom equipment for commercial helicopters.

Fire-fighting system sales were up from 2010 at ISOLAIr. Complementing this growth, the agricultural application industry has provided sales that have nearly doubled those from years past. With over 25 innovative models to choose from, ISOLAIr remains a driving force in the helicopter industry, as it has been for the past 30 years.

The agricultural application industry continues to grow rapidly. Nearly 25 percent of crop applications come from the air. 309 million acres of cropland are currently being treated with crop protection products. 77 million of these acres are treated via aviation. While only 12 percent of these applications currently come from helicopters, the trend

continues to move towards smaller, more maneuverable aircraft. Thus, helicopters, and ISOLAIr alike, are right where they want to be, positioned to propel the industry throughout the next decade.

ISOLAIr recently announced new additions to their agricultural application industry line. This includes ISOLAIr’s 3900-480 Innovator II for Enstrom model 480 helicopters, which is FAA and EASA approved and in the process of attaining CAAC certifications. The 3900-480 Innovator II has an external belly-mounted fiberglass tank, which holds up to130 gallons. Encompassing 53 nozzles spread precisely over 29 feet, the 3900-480 has outboard booms that can be easily adjusted to create the desired flow.

Also in the process of achieving FAA and EASA certifications is the ISOLAIr 3900-205 Innovator II for Bell model 205/212/UH-1H helicopters. The 3900-205 Innovator II has one of the largest system capacities on the market, holding upwards of 350 gallons when fully utilized. Easy to install and control,

the 3900-205 allows the helicopter to spray at an air speed of 90 MPH. The 3900-205 has adjustable swath lengths ranging anywhere between 60 and 150 feet.

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ISOLAIr is currently developing their 3900-206Lr Innovator II for Bell model 206Lr helicopters, as well as the 3900-280 Innovator II for Enstrom models 280 and F-28F helicopters and the 3900-r44 Innovator II for robinson r44 helicopters. ISOLAIr also announced its expanded line of ULV systems used to apply chemicals in mosquito latent areas.

The helicopter remains a safe, reliable,

and cost-effective alternative to the standard fixed-wing aircraft often used in the aerial application industry. Yet the helicopter is just a tool. As an industry, producers like ISOLAIr and consumers must work together to further prove that the helicopter is the very best tool for the job, both here in the states and throughout the world.

ISOLAIr remains committed to providing innovative solutions for every possible commercial helicopter need. Their knowledgeable sales staff is available around the clock to answer your questions and find the system that best suits you. Please contact ISOLAIr anytime, or visit them online at isolairinc.com. Michael, Terry, and the friendly staff look forward to hearing from and seeing you soon.

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Shopaviation.com is a one-stop aviation supplier offering diverse product lines, exceptional product and customer support and competitive pricing. Shopaviation.com sells items from the leading manufacturers, some of which are exclusive to this shop. The shopaviation.com customer service team can also locate thousands of aircraft parts from its well-established supplier network.

While customers can purchase products directly through shopaviation.com, they also have the option to submit a request for quote for parts,

component overhaul, Lycoming engines, experimental aircraft avionics, avionics installations or maintenance services. This allows customers access to all of the products and services that Hillsboro Aviation is capable of offering. As an FAA-licensed repair

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aboutHeadquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon, Hillsboro Aviation has been in business since 1980. The company’s diverse operations include airplane and helicopter flight training, airplane and helicopter charter, aircraft sales, maintenance and avionics services. Its aircraft fleet includes more than

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and turbine-powered Bell helicopters. Hillsboro Aviation is one of the largest combined airplane and helicopter flight training schools in the U.S. and one of the largest combined airplane and helicopter charter operators in the northwestern U.S. It is also the only U.S. Independent representative for Bell Helicopter, the northwestern U.S. dealer for Cessna single-engine piston aircraft and a dealer for the robinson Helicopter Company. To learn more about Hillsboro Aviation, visit www.hillsboroaviation.com and to shop the online store, visit www.shopaviation.com.

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or overhaul will include a Spare Oil Nozzle (either OEM or PMA) as part of our installation kit. So that when you reach your 300 hour inspection, simply exchange the installed nozzle with the H.E.r.O.S. certified spare. Send us the removed nozzle in the pre-addressed shipping box for cleaning, inspection & recertification. We will return to you, ready for the next 300 hour inspection.

Think of the time you will save and the peace of mind you will gain. One more reason why H.E.r.O.S. Inc. is an industry leader in the repair and overhaul of the Model 250 turbo-shaft engine and why we say: “…..from our hands to your engine: Quality, Integrity, Service”

Call us today for a quote on this test……both you and your turbine will be happy you did.

Flow and Target Check ProcedureYou know the importance of delivering suitable lubrication to the #6 & #7 bearings. However, are you sure that the Oil Nozzle in your Model 250 turbine is doing its job? Let us help. Our unique flow and target validation fixture takes the guess work out of the question. Our fixture will flow & target check your nozzle. At H.E.r.O.S. every #6 & #7 Oil Pressure Nozzle (new or otherwise) must meet the factory parameters for flow and target before it is placed into our inventory or returned to service.

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Scott’s – Bell 47, Inc. (SB47), OEM for the Model 47 helicopter, announce a reduction of their Main rotor Blade spares pricing to $45,000 per blade, -13 & -21, and $45,500 for the -23. This reduction is driven by the customer survey responses received over the past 6 months and is afforded by their re-sourcing efforts to establish a new blade manufacturer.

“The response to our customer market survey has been outstanding, with over 200 owner/operators providing input.” stated Neil Marshall, SB47 General Manager. He went on to explain “We asked our customers for their feedback in regards to maintenance costs, parts pricing & product improvements, and the resounding response was that blade pricing was too high. After an extensive sourcing program we are close to announcing the new blade manufacturer, and this now allows us to publish the new price for blades which reflects a 30% saving on the most recent list price.”

The market survey has reinforced SB47 President & Owner Scott Churchill’s belief that the Model 47 still has a place

in the rotorcraft market. He stated that “Over 80% of customers indicated they would be interested in an upgrade to their aircraft, and almost 70% said they would be interested to purchase a brand new Model 47 in the next 1-5 years, rather than purchase a competitor aircraft. Ensuring we have the right spare parts on the shelf remains our #1 priority but we are reviewing what improvements would be required to make the Model 47 competitive again. Discussions with the FAA & the supply base are very encouraging. If we can satisfy the customer demands for reduced maintenance costs and refresh the aircraft but keep the price competitive, then it’s clear the customer demand is there.”

Scott’s – Bell 47, Inc.’s blade pricing is effective immediately. Neil Marshall clarified “we have stock of the -13, -21 & -23 blades, but it is limited and our new source will deliver brand new blades starting in Q2 2011. So we encourage our customers to purchase blades earlier rather than later to ensure availability.”

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Helicopter Foundation International (HFI) works to ensure the helicopter industry’s future success and to preserve its rich past. Last year, HFI awarded 18 scholarships: Commercial Helicopter rating Scholarships (4), Maintenance Technician Certificate Scholarships (6), Bill Sanderson Aviation Maintenance Technician Scholarships (7) and one Michelle North Scholarship for Safety, to attend courses at various institutions throughout the U.S. HFI would like to build on that success and expand its scholarship offerings for this year.

The Lightspeed Aviation Foundation will award a $10,000 grant to the top five vote getting aviation charities. HFI would like to be one of those lucky top five charities. Your vote can help HFI sponsor additional helicopter pilot and maintenance scholarships!

Over the past few months, HFI has made a number of requests for your vote, and has received a great response. However, it is vital that, within these last few weeks, we get votes from everyone who has not yet lent their support by voting. HFI urgently needs your help, as the voting nears its conclusion. If you forgot to cast your vote, it is not too late. Please do so now! Voting ends at midnight on Fri., Sept. 16. The winners will be announced at the AOPA Summit on Fri., Sept. 23. I urge you to act! The voting process is fast and easy, and will require less than a minute of your time. To vote for HFI, click here.

Additionally, you can visit either HAI’s Web site, www.rotor.com, or HFI’s Web site, www.helicopterfoundation.org, to cast your vote. Your vote can make a big difference for some deserving pilot and maintenance students as they struggle financially to pay their tuition expenses. Your support can help make it happen for them. VOTE NOW! Visit the HAI and HFI Web sites to see the countdown until voting ends, and for a quick link to the voting page.

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HFI is grateful to those individuals and companies that have given so generously to the HFI Scholarship Fund. Thank you in advance for your vote and your ongoing support of HFI’s Scholarship Program. Your help is greatly appreciated.

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and he applied full left pedal input but the spin continued. He maneuvered the helicopter away from nearby aircraft and into a clear area where he executed a hovering autorotation. Upon touchdown, the skids spread and the occupants exited the helicopter.

NTSB Identification: *CEN11FA468*Date: July 09, 2011 Location: rising Sun, INAircraft: robinson Helicopter Co. r44 IIInjuries: 1 Fatal.

A robinson r44 II sustained substantial damage when it impacted trees and terrain near rising Sun, Indiana. The pilot was fatally injured. The flight departed from the Georgetown Scott County Airport (27K), Georgetown, Kentucky, about 0900, and was en route to the Anderson Municipal Airport (AID), Anderson, Indiana.

The accident site was near the top of a ridgeline west of the Ohio river. Witnesses reported observing dense ground fog along the river and near the accident site at the time of the accident.

During the descent, the helicopter’s main rotor blades struck several small trees as it touched down.

The helicopter was equipped with a rolls-royce 250-C20 series engine. After the helicopter was recovered, a postincident inspection of the helicopter’s engine revealed a fractured Pc line attached to a T fitting on the engine governor. An NTSB examination of the fractured Pc line is pending.

NTSB Identification: *ErA11LA380*Date: July 04, 2011 Location: Lakewood, NJAircraft: robinson Helicopter r44Injuries: 2 Uninjured.

A robinson Helicopter Company r44 landed hard during a hovering autorotation at Lakewood Airport (N12), Lakewood, New Jersey. The helicopter sustained substantial damage, and the pilot and one passenger were not injured.

The pilot stated as he lifted to a hover and began to move forward, he lost complete anti-torque control. The helicopter began to spin to the right,

A high skid-equipped Hughes 500D (369D) helicopter sustained minor damage following a loss of engine power and subsequent emergency landing, about 3 miles southwest of McGrath, Alaska. The pilot and the two passengers were not injured. A postincident inspection of the helicopter disclosed damage to the main rotor blades.

The operator’s director of operations reported that as the pilot began a gradual descent to the McGrath Airport, the engine sound changed abruptly, which was immediately followed by the engine out audio horn, and a red engine out annunciator light. The pilot entered an emergency autorotation. Just before touchdown, the pilot flared the helicopter above the trees to slow the ground speed, and to attempt cushion the landing.

NTSB Identification: *WPr11LA303*Date: July 03, 2011 Location: Brentwood, CAAircraft: Arrow Falcon Exporters OH-58CInjuries: 1 Serious.

An Arrow Falcon Exporters, Inc., OH-58C helicopter sustained substantial damage when it impacted terrain near Brentwood, California. The pilot was seriously injured. Witnesses stated that they observed the helicopter make several application passes over a corn field. They heard a noise, but did not observe the impact sequence.

NTSB Identification: *ANC11IA059*Date: July 04, 2011 Location: McGrath, AKAircraft: HUGHES 369Injuries: 3 Uninjured.

The National Transportation Safety Board makes the following recommendations to the Federal Aviation Administration:

require robinson Helicopter to resolve the root cause of the mast-rocking vibration in the main rotor assembly to ensure that all applicable r44 helicopters are free of excessive vibrations in all flight regimes, as required by 14 Code of Federal regulations Section 27.251, “Vibration.” (A-11-82)

require robinson Helicopter to maintain a database of all reported incidents of mast rocking in the main rotor assembly of r44 helicopters. (A-11-83)

require robinson Helicopter to issue a service letter to all approved service centers describing the mast-rocking vibration that can occur in the main

NTSB safety recommendations A-11-82 through -86

rotor assembly of r44 helicopters and instructing service centers to report all incidents of mast rocking to the manufacturer. (A-11-84)

require robinson Helicopter to amend the r44 helicopter flight manual to inform pilots of the potential for mast- rocking vibration in the main rotor assembly and how to safely exit the condition. (A-11-85)

require that the robinson Helicopter r44 pilot training program be revised to provide pilot instruction in the recognition and mitigation of in-flight mast-rocking vibrations in the main rotor assembly. (A-11-86)

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NTSB Identification: *ErA11WA439*Date: July 09, 2011 Location: Istok, russiaAircraft: robinson r-44Injuries: 1 Fatal.

A robinson r-44 collided with the Yenisei river, near Istok, Krasnoyarsk region, russia, during a repositioning flight at night. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan was filed. The pilot is missing and presumed fatally injured. The helicopter sustained substantial damage. The flight originated from a landing strip near Severnaya, Krasnoyarsk region, russia, at an undetermined time.

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NTSB Identification: *ErA11LA392*Date: July 10, 2011Location: West Palm Beach, FLAircraft: robinson Helicopter r22 BETAInjuries: 1 Minor,1 Uninjured.

A robinson r22 BETA was substantially damaged during an autorotation, following a system malfunction during initial climb from Palm Beach

International Airport (PBI), West Palm Beach, Florida. The certified flight instructor (CFI) was not injured and the student pilot incurred minor injuries.

According to the CFI, he and the student pilot performed five or six quick-stops. They then proceeded with a normal takeoff. About 200 feet above the ground, the helicopter yawed right, which was unable to be corrected with left pedal input. The CFI then entered an autorotation as the helicopter continued to yaw right. He also observed that the horizontal and vertical stabilizers had separated from the tailboom and were falling to the ground.

According to an FAA inspector, a fuel cap separated and lodged in the tail rotor system, resulting in a loss of tail rotor thrust. The helicopter subsequently spun during the autorotation and landed hard. During the impact, the tail rotor separated and the fuselage sustained substantial damage.

NTSB Identification: *WPr11WA332*Date: July 11, 2011Location: Burma, POAircraft: SIKOrSKY S76Injuries: 3 Fatal,2 Serious,4 Uninjured.

A Sikorsky S76C++ collided with the sea near Kanbauk, Burma. One flight crew member and two passengers sustained

fatal injuries; two passengers sustained serious injuries. One flight crew member and three passengers sustained minor or no injuries. The helicopter sustained substantial damage.

Preliminary information received from the government of Burma indicated that the helicopter had just departed Kanbauk en route to an off shore oil platform. The helicopter dropped into the sea 10 meters from the Yetagon platform.

The accident is under the jurisdiction of and is being investigated by the Burma Department of Civil Aviation.

NTSB Identification: *WPr11LA325*Date: July 12, 2011 Location: Wenatchee, WAAircraft: HUGHES 269CInjuries: 2 Minor.

A Hughes, 269C impacted trees following a reported loss of engine power while flying low level near Wenatchee, Washington. The pilot and one passenger sustained minor injuries; the helicopter sustained substantial damage to the tail boom. The pilot reported that while flying low over a cherry orchard to dry the cherries, the engine experienced a loss of power. The helicopter subsequently settled into the trees.

NTSB Identification: *ErA11rA398*Date: July 12, 2011Location: Girardot, ColombiaAircraft: rOBINSON r66Injuries: 2 Fatal.

A robinson Helicopter Company r66 collided with terrain near Girardot, Colombia. After takeoff the flight proceeded south of SKGI flying about 250 feet agl. A witness observed the helicopter flying in a northeasterly direction, then heard a crack sound, followed by seeing something separate from the helicopter. The witness noted the helicopter spinning about the vertical axis while descending, followed by impact. The helicopter came to rest on its left side; the tailcone and tail rotor were found separated, and were located about 46 meters from the main wreckage.

This investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Colombia.

NTSB Identification: *WPr11CA339*Date: July 20, 2011 Location: Watsonville, CAAircraft: BELL 47G-5Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

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NTSB Identification: *ErA11LA409*Date: July 20, 2011 Location: Dayton, NJAircraft: robinson Helicopter r22 BETAInjuries: 2 Serious.

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NTSB Identification: *CEN11WA554*Date: July 23, 2011 Location: St. John’s, CanadaAircraft: SIKOrSKY S92Injuries: 7 Uninjured.

A Sikorsky S92/A helicopter was departing from the Sea rose Platform when an incident occurred. Shortly after takeoff, the helicopter entered a nose-high attitude with low power setting and lost altitude while in instrument meteorological conditions. The flight crew arrested the descent and continued on to St. John’s. There were two pilots and 5 passengers on board the helicopter and no one was injured.

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NTSB Identification: *CEN11WA510*Date: July 24, 2011 Location: Cornwall, United KingdomAircraft: robinson r44 IIInjuries: 1 Fatal.

A robinson r44 II helicopter was substantially damaged during an in-flight collision with terrain in Cornwall, United Kingdom. The pilot sustained fatal injuries.

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NTSB Identification: *CEN11LA507*Date: July 25, 2011 Location: Wilton, IAAircraft: Sikorsky UH-34DInjuries: 1 Fatal.

A Sikorsky UH-34D impacted terrain while spraying fungicide on a corn field near Wilton, Iowa. The pilot sustained fatal injuries. The helicopter sustained substantial damage, which included post impact fire damage.

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A Eurocopter AS 350 B3 helicopte sustained substantial damage after being struck by an object in cruise flight near Troutdale, Oregon. The pilot and his five passengers were not injured.

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Manufacturer/Model: Bell Helicopter 206B-3Total production (all variants): 4,600+Comments: The safest, most reliable helicopter with competitive operating costs, featuring a high inertia two bladed main rotor providing excellent autorotation characteristic.Engine(s): (1) Rolls-Royce 250-C20J HP (takeoff) 420 hp/313 kwDimensions: main rotor 33.3 ft/10.2 m, Tail rotor 5.4 ft/1.65 mHeight: 9.7 ft/2.9 m Length: 39.2 ft/12 m Width: 6.4 ft/2.0 mEmpty weight: 1,713 lbs/777 kg Gross weight: 3,200 lbs/1,451 kgUseful load std: 1,487 lbs/674 kg Useful load Alt: 1,637 lbs/742 kgExternal: 1,500 lbs/ 680 kg, Vne: 122 kts/226 kmh Max cruise: 115 kts/213 kmhMax rate of climb: 1,280 fpm/6.5 msHIGE: 13,200 ft/4,023 m HOGE: 5,300 ft/1,615 mService ceiling: 13,500 ft/4,115 m S/E service ceiling N/AStd fuel: 91 gal/344 lit Max fuel: N/AIFR: n/a VFR Crew: 1 Passengers 4

Manufacturer/Model Enstrom 480B private, trainer, and policeTotal 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 mHeight 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 kg Gross 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 fpmHIGE 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

Manufacturer/Model Eurocopter EC 120BTotal production (all variants) 473 First flight 1996Comments Designed to provide operators with mission flexibility. Integrated flight and display system, low maintenance cost, simple and easy to maintain. New generation Fenestron for low noise emission.Engine(s) (1) Turbomecca Arrius 2F HP (takeoff) 504 shpDimensions main rotor 32.81 ft/10.0 m Tail rotor 2.46 ft/0.74 mHeight 11.15 ft/3.40 m Length 37.79 ft/11.52 m Width 8.53 ft/2.6 mEmpty weight 2,183 lbs/990 kg Gross weight 3,781 lbs/1,715 kgUseful internal load 1,598 lbs/725 kg External 1,543 lbs/700 kgVne 150 kts/278 kmh Max cruise 120 kts/222 kmhMax rate of climb 1,150 fpm/5.84 msHIGE 9,250 ft/2,819 m HOGE 7,600 ft/2,316 mService ceiling 17,310 ft/5,300 mStd fuel 107.3 gal/406 litMax range std fuel (no reserve) 383 nm/710 kmVFR Crew 1 Passengers 4

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Manufacturer/Model Robinson R22Total production (all variants) 4,236 First flight 1975Comments Reliable, low-cost two-seater used for powerline patrol, flight training, herding, photography, fish spotting, and other light utility. Holds every world performance record in its weight class. World’s 2nd bestselling civil helicopter — just behind Robinson’s R44 four-seater.Engine(s) (1) Lycoming O-360-J2A HP (takeoff) 180 shp derated to 131Dimensions main rotor 25.2 ft/7.7 m Tail rotor 3.5 ft/1.1 mHeight 8.9 ft/2.7 m Length 28.8 ft/8.8 m Width 6.3 ft/1.9 mEmpty weight 855 lbs/388 kg Gross weight 1,370 lbs/621 kgUseful load 515 lbs/233 kg External NoneVne 102 kts/189 kmh/118 mph Max cruise 96 kts/178 kmh @ 70% powerMax rate of climb 1,000 fpm/305 mpmHIGE 9,400 ft/2,865 m HOGE 5,200 ft/1,585 mService ceiling 14,000 ft/4,267 m S/E service ceiling N/AStd fuel 19.2 gal/72.7 lit Max fuel 29.7 gal/112.4 litMax range std fuel (no reserve) 180 nm/333 kmRange with opt fuel 278 nm/515 km VFR Crew 1 Passengers 1

Manufacturer/Model Eurocopter EC 135T2+Total production (all variants) 527Engine(s) (2) Turbomeca Arrius 2B2 HP (takeoff) 633 shp/472 kw ea.Dimensions main rotor 33.5 ft/10.2 m Tail rotor 3.3 ft/1.0 mHeight 11.9 ft/3.62 m Length 39.90 ft/12.16 m Width 8.7 ft/2.65 mEmpty weight 3,208 lbs/1,455 kg Gross weight 6,415 lbs/2,910 kgUseful internal load 3,208 lbs/1,455kg External 3,031 lbs/1,375 kgVne 140 kts/259 kmh Max cruise 137 kts/254 kmhMax rate of climb 1,500 fpm/7.6 msHIGE 10,000 ft/3,045 m HOGE 6,600 ft/2,010 mService ceiling 10,000 ft/3,045 m S/E service ceiling 9,700 ft/2,955 mStd fuel 185 gal/700.5 lit Max fuel 241gal/912 litMax range std fuel (no reserve) 334 nm/620 kmRange with opt fuel 434 nm/804 kmIFR Crew 1 Passengers 6

Manufacturer/Model: AgustaWestland GrandTotal production (all variants): >180Comments: Certified single-pilot IFR Category “A” single engine performance. Engine: (2) Pratt & Whitney PW207C HP (takeoff) 735 shp ea.Dimensions: main rotor 35.5 ft/10.83 m Tail rotor 6.3 ft/1.94 mHeight: 11.4 ft/3.4 m Length 38.3 ft/11.7 m Width 5.4 ft/1.6 mEmpty weight: 3,660 lbs/1,660 kg Gross weight 7,000 lbs/3,175 kgUseful load: 3,351 lbs/1,520 kg External: 3,406 lbs/1.545 kgVne: 168 kts/311 kmh Max cruise: 155 kts/287 kmhMax rate of climb: 1,830 fpm/9.30 msHIGE: 15,600 ft/4,750 m HOGE: 10,600 /3,050 mService ceiling: 16,200 ft/4,940 mStd fuel: 152 gal/575 lit Max fuel: 213 gal/805 litMax range: std fuel (no reserve) 295 nm/546 kmRange with opt fuel: 432nm/800 kmIFR Crew: 1 Passengers 7


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Hummingbird Helicopter-Order positions available in our next production run. Contact Vertical Aviation Technologies, Inc., 407-322-9488, [email protected], www.vertical-aviation.com

1983 Bell L3 sn/51054 13k TT 200 SHSI excellent components. Oversize panel with glove compartment, wire strike, frameless crew seats, smokeless burner, door openers, 7pl shoulder harnesses, wedge windows rear, litter door, maintenance steps, shroud heater, lead acid. Avionics, GMA 340, GNS 430, KY96A, GTX 330 w/traffic. L3 collision avoidance, Shadin flight data computer, Garmin 396, King HSI, No damage. Fresh annual and straps upon sale, 135 ready. Ask 765K Call J.Seibold 858 775 6357. Email [email protected]

2004 Bell 206L-4 LongRanger IV S/N 52301, 727 TT, Chelton 2-Tube EFIS, Garmin GNS 530 GPS/NAV/COMM, XM Weather & Radio, Garmin #2 COMM, TCAD, Shadin Fuel Computer, PS Engineering Audio Panel, Garmin Transponder, Dual Controls, Rotor Brake, Particle Separator, Air Conditioner, Heater, High Skids, WSPS, Baggage Extender, T/R Pedal Lockout Kit, Night Scanner, Pulse Light & Strobes, Leather Interior, Bose Headsets. Austin Jet Aircraft Sales 512-292-7088 www.austinjet.com

1989 Bell 206B-3 JetRanger III - New to the Market! S/N 4053 - 2535 TT, Dual Controls, High Skids with FliteSteps, Rotor Brake, Particle Separator, Heater, Windshield Defroster, Snow Baffles, Snow Pads, Cargo Hook, Engine Relight, Facet Oil Filter, Paravion Heliporter, Flight Instruments, Garmin GNC 250XL GPS/COMM, King KX-155 NAV/COMM, KT-76A Transponder, KMA-24H Audio Panel, ICS Isolation Switch, Digital Voltmeter, Garmin 496 GPS, ELT. Austin Jet Aircraft Sales 512-292-7088 www.austinjet.com

2000 Bell 427 - New to the Market! S/N 56010, 1850 TT, VIP Corporate, Dual Controls, Rotor Brake, Particle Separator, Air Conditioner, Heater, 28 AMP Battery, Engine Fire System, Pneumatic Door Openers, Preflight Kit, Engine Wash Kit, Sliding Windows, Flight Instruments, HSI Heading System, Dual Garmin 530, NAT FM, Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel, Garmin GXT 327 Transponder, ELT, 7-Place VOX ICS, Leather Interior.Call Austin Jet Aircraft Sales 512-292-7088 www.austinjet.com

2000 Bell 412 low total time, SPIFT with dual flight directors, Mark XXI EGPWS, KTA 870 TCAS, Delivered with Fresh 3000 hour & 5 Year insp. For more information call Groenemann & Summit , Don Groenmann 817-266-8788 or email [email protected] or John Milko 540-992-5500 or email [email protected]

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1983 Bell L3 sn/51054 13k TT 200 SHSI excellent components. Oversize panel with glove compartment, wire strike, frameless crew seats, smokeless burner, door openers, 7pl shoulder harnesses, wedge windows rear, litter door, maintenance steps, shroud heater, lead acid. Avionics, GMA 340, GNS 430, KY96A, GTX 330 w/traffic. L3 collision avoidance, Shadin flight data computer, Garmin 396, King HSI, No damage. Fresh annual and straps upon sale, 135 ready. Ask 765K Call J.Seibold 858 775 6357. [email protected] (09-11)

2000 Bell 412 low total time, SPIFT with dual flight direc-tors, Mark XXI EGPWS, KTA 870 TCAS, Delivered with Fresh 3000 hour & 5 Year insp. For more information call Groenemann & Summit , Don Groenmann 817-266-8788 or email [email protected] or John Milko 540-992-5500 or email [email protected]

2000 Bell 427 - New to the Market! S/N 56010, 1850 TT, VIP Corporate, Dual Controls, Rotor Brake, Particle Sep-arator, Air Conditioner, Heater, 28 AMP Battery, Engine Fire System, Pneumatic Door Openers, Preflight Kit, Engine Wash Kit, Sliding Windows, Flight Instruments, HSI Heading System, Dual Garmin 530, NAT FM, Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel, Garmin GXT 327 Transponder, ELT, 7-Place VOX ICS, Leather Interior.Call Austin Jet Air-craft Sales 512-292-7088 www.austinjet.com (09-11)

Bell 206 fuselage SN1510, good shape, good condition. Call 631-588-2780. TFN

1989 Bell 206B-3 JetRanger III - New to the Market! S/N 4053 - 2535 TT, Dual Controls, High Skids with FliteSteps, Rotor Brake, Particle Separator, Heater, Windshield Defroster, Snow Baffles, Snow Pads, Cargo Hook, Engine Relight, Facet Oil Filter, Paravion Heliporter, Flight Instruments, Garmin GNC 250XL GPS/COMM, King KX-155 NAV/COMM, KT-76A Transponder, KMA-24H Audio Panel, ICS Isolation Switch, Digital Voltmeter, Garmin 496 GPS, ELT. Austin Jet Aircraft Sales 512-292-7088 www.austinjet.com (0 9 -11)

2008 Bell 206L-4 LongRanger IV S/N 52387, 35 TT, High Altitude Tail Rotor, High Skids with FliteSteps, Dual Controls, Rotor Brake, High Visibility M/R Blades, Cargo Hook Provisions, WSPS, 7-Place Blue Vinyl Interior, New Base White Paint. Take it as is and do your own completion or we can offer full customizing to your specifications. Call Austin Jet Aircraft Sales 512-292-7088 www.austinjet.com ( 0 9 -11)

2004 Bell 206L-4 LongRanger IV S/N 52301, 727 TT, Chelton 2-Tube EFIS, Garmin GNS 530 GPS/NAV/COMM, XM Weather & Radio, Garmin #2 COMM, TCAD, Shadin Fuel Computer, PS Engineering Audio Panel, Garmin Transponder, Dual Controls, Rotor Brake, Particle Separator, Air Conditioner, Heater, High Skids, WSPS, Baggage Extender, T/R Pedal Lockout Kit, Night Scanner, Pulse Light & Strobes, Leather Interior, Bose Headsets. Austin Jet Aircraft Sales 512-292-7088 www.austinjet.com ( 0 9 -11)

1995 Bell 206B-3 JetRanger III - Price Reduced! S/N 4377 - 935 TT, One Owner Since New, Dual Controls, Rotor Brake, High Skids w/FlightSteps, WSPS, Engine Auto Relight, Vibration Reduction System, King KAP-150 Autopilot, King KCS-55A HSI, King KLN-94 GPS, King KX-155 NAV/COMM, King KY-196A COMM, King KT-76C Digital Transponder, King KMA-24H Audio Panel, 2 Bose Headsets. Austin Jet Aircraft Sales 512-292-7088 www.austinjet.com (09-11)

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1997 MD600 Great Exec or Utility Notar quiet, Strong RR-C47 Engine, Fadec start, All forward seating or club seats. Custom paint. Mid time components. Reduced to$895k for quick sale. Check all our heli-copters at www.Airexcell.us or Call Mark at 717-309-3100 or email at [email protected] 09-11

RobinsonNEW 2010 RAVEN II, Dark blue blue leather interior, ac bubble windows, Garmin 430, vertical compass, 406elt $423000 Contact: Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Bill Cooper, 800-391-2397 ( T F N )

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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 (09-11)

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2007 Schweizer 300C N355SD; 810 TT; VFR; 2007 Paint; 2007 Int; 3 Seats; $279,000, Blue Hill Helicop-ters Phone: 781-688-0263 T F N

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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] (09-11)

enginesAllison/RR250-C20J, This engine has a fresh mini with new number one and two turbine wheels. Specs and photos are available at tradewindinternational.com or contact us at [email protected] tfn

Lycoming VO/TVO-435 & 540, many new parts, 50% off! Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-12)

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Beautiful 2.73 ac wooded lot in upscale Pine Ridge Equestrian Estates, located in Citrus County, Florida only five miles from Crystal River. Covenants, 27 miles of horse trails, community center, pool and golf course. Nicer homes and mini-ranchettes. Zoning allows up to three horses and stables permitted on lot with your house. Horse trail borders back end of lot that is 298’ wide and 400’ deep on 3620 Stirrup Drive, Beverly Hills, Florida (Google it!). Public water and septic sewer. $64,900 Contact Bill Lavender 888-987-2250 [email protected] (tfn)

partsThe only FAA-PMA certified TT Straps for all JetRanger; LongRanger, & OH-58 . $ave thousands over factory prices. In stock. Call today for overnight shipping. www.AirwolfAerospace.com 440-632-1687 0 9 -11

UNIVERSAL TURBINE PARTS, INC. Stocking Supplier of Pratt & Whitney PT6A & PT6T Parts, Accesso-ries. 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] thn

Fuel cell repair or replacement for all makes & models–FAA approved commercial crash resistant construction, flexible bladder nitrile rubber construc-tion, all construction TSO-C80 certified, 2-year war-ranty. Contact Floats & Fuel Cells at 901-842-7110, www.ffcfuelcells.com tfn

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] TFN

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] TFN

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 and for the 206 P/N 2062200-101. Call Pablo at HeliBlade, Inc. 530-365-1278 TFN

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

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

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 tfh

Helicopter Dolly, manufactured by Mohawk Northwest Inc. This dolly is set up to fit Multiple aircraft and can be viewed at tradewindinternational.com, contact us at [email protected] tfn

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Specializing in placing aviation/helicopter insurance. We have access to all markets, domestic and overseas. Your inquiries are appreciated. Phone: 562-492-1217 Fax: 562-492-1147 Cell Phone 562-756-8685 E-mail: [email protected] Clemens Meuleman/CFM Aviation Insurance (09-11)

Mid-Continent Aircraft Insurance Brokers - Over 61 years Risk Management Experience for Professional Operators. 800-325-0885, e-mail: [email protected] Sharon/Laura (09-11)

miscellaneousLOT 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, 478.987.2250 (tfn)

Simply Brilliant! Super Gloss Aviation Polish. Safe for plexiglass and Clear Coat Finishes. Easy On, Easy Off. Restores faded oxidized paint to original luster. Protects from chemicals, bird droppings, uv sun rays. Holds up to multiple washings. Cleans bugs & soot too! Dandy Products and Services- Amarillo, Texas 800-999-6130 ( 0 9 -11)

250C20B/C28/ C30 Engines Modules and Accessories for Sale, Exchange or Lease. Extensive stock of New, Overhauled and Serviceable parts. Contact John Pea-cocke, Sunrise Helicopter Tel: 281 251 4005 Fax: 281 251 8848 email [email protected] (04-12)

UNIVERSAL TURBINE PARTS, INC. Stocking Supplier of Pratt & Whitney PT6A & PT6T Parts, Engines & Accesso-ries. New, Overhauled & Serviceable. We Buy Turbine Aircraft, Engines, & Inventory. All Conditions. Call or Fax for a Quote Call USA +1 334-361-7853, FAX USA 334-361-0290 E-MAIL: [email protected] TFN

PT-6, Allison and Turbomeca parts. We have a small inventory of new parts, including consumables. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-12)

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 tfn

equipmentHydra Super Mile with very little use. This item has a very competive price and is ready to ship. It may be viewed at tradewindinternationl.com, click on the specials or contact us at [email protected] tfn

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

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] (09-11)

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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] tfn

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 (02-12)

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 (02-12)

MD Helicopter parts. We have a few new MD Heli-copter parts. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-12)

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 (02-12)

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 (02-12)

Eurocopter parts. We have purchased several invento-ries 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.preferredairparts.com (02-12)

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

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 (02-12)

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 530-365-1278 TFN

ENSTROM PARTS, SALES & SERVICE Huge parts inven-tory, 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 (09-11)

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] (09-11)

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September 2011 23

Absolute Fire Solutions .......... 21

Action Aircraft Parts .................6

AgNav Inc ...................................3

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Blue Hill Helicopters .............. 15

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Canadian Heli Structures ...... 13

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Falcon Insurance ..................... 22

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

FL Sun Coast ............................ 15

FlyIt Simulators ...........................7

Gulf Coast Avionics .................11

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HeliBlade .....................................6

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HEROs ..........................................9

HW Farren ............................... 20

Isolair ..........................................5

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Kissimmee Helicopters .......... 15

Machida Borescopes .................8

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Tradewind Int’l ...........................8

Universal Turbine Parts ............2

Van Horn Aviation .................. 13

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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] TFN

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

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] TFN

Rotor blade repairs by HeliBlade, Inc. a FAA Repair Station. Contact Pablo Martinez at 530-365-1278 TFN

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], (800)-670-4162 Come Fly With Us! T F N

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wantedUNIVERSAL 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] TFN

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. [email protected] TFN

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