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VN1100

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND PRICING

June, 2006

We Manufacture The Finest Helicopters In The World

VAN NEVEL HELICOPTERS, INC. 6080 Industrial Blvd.

Century, FL 32535 USA email: [email protected] web: www.fh1100.com

VAN NEVEL HELICOPTERS INC. VN1100

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INTRODUCTION The VN1100 offers many useful features in a light observation/utility helicopter, many of which are unavailable from other manufacturers. This provides an unmatched level of versatility.

• Impact-absorbing landing gear • Folding main rotor blades

• Dual, independent flight control hydraulic systems

• Force-trim system for pilots’ cyclic control - standard

• Sliding engine cowling for ease of maintenance

• Work stands built into both sides of the helicopter

• Unobstructed cabin (no bulkhead between front and rear seats for increased

crew visibility)

• Quick and simple conversion from passenger to cargo configuration

• Litter kit allows for two stretchers to be carried

• Heater/demister - standard

• Rain gutters - standard

• Quick-disconnect 1500 pound cargo hook (optional) This information provided in this proposal is proprietary and shall not be disclosed, duplicated, reprinted or used for any purpose other than in the evaluation of this proposal. Recipients may use or disclose any previously published or released information from Van Nevel Helicopters, Inc. or it’s suppliers. The helicopter and/or associated components listed in this proposal are intended to be used for peacetime purposes. Any modification or additions may be subject to laws pertaining to U.S. Foreign Military Sales.

VAN NEVEL HELICOPTERS, INC. VN1100

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I. DESCRIPTION

The VN1100 is a turbine-powered, single-engine, five-seat, multi-mission helicopter. Originally called the FH1100 and designed to meet the U.S. Army Light Observation Helicopter specifications, this helicopter offers rugged simplicity, high reliability, easy field serviceability, as well as low acquisition and operating costs. The current VN1100 incorporates numerous updates and improvements, including increased engine power and performance, giving the helicopter far greater capability than ever before. Additionally, all VN1100’s can be fitted with the latest “glass cockpit” avionic systems.

The VN1100 is suitable for many roles, including pilot training, personnel transport, tour rides, carriage of internal cargo, carriage of external cargo (sling loads), and aerial observation (e.g. border patrol). It can quickly and easily be reconfigured for these various roles, often without tools. The VN1100 is equipped with skid-type landing gear, but flotation landing gear can be fitted to allow amphibious operations.

The design of the VN1100 utilizes modern, proven construction methods, incorporating the latest material technology. The emphasis is on strength and durability, while at the same time providing light weight and low manufacturing costs. The design also allows for ease of repair in the event of damage in the field of operations. The result is a rugged, dependable helicopter that can operate in a variety of conditions.


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II. MISSIONS

The VN1100 can easily be adapted for different missions, without the need for or use of tools. A. Training: Two pilots plus two observers (if desired)

B. Medical Evacuation: One or two litters plus attendant

C. Cargo Transport, Internal


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D. Agricultural

The VN1100 can be easily fitted with an agricultural spray system that can allow the aerial application of either wet or dry pesticides, depending on which system is selected. The system is completely self-contained and comes with a tank and all necessary booms, nozzles, pumps and valves.


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III. FEATURES

A. Main Rotor

The VN1100’s main rotor consists of a two-blade, underslung-type of system designed without the need for maintenance-intensive dampers or individual hinge assemblies.

The main rotor blades are constructed of a stainless steel spar and bonded steel skins for strength and durability. The blades incorporate weights at their tip ends that provide extraordinarily high inertia, a demonstrated safety factor in helicopter operations.

The unique and proprietary design of the VN1100 blade gives the helicopter superlative high-altitude performance.

For convenience, the main rotor of the VN1100 folds easily. This minimizes the amount of room needed to transport the helicopter. It allows for compact below-deck storage on ships. For transport in aircraft as small as a C-130, the VN1100 needs no further modification other than folding the blades.

Folding Main Rotor Blades


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B. Avionics

If desired, the VN1100 can be equipped with the latest “glass cockpit” displays from Chelton Flight Systems. This utilizes the most modern technology for the Primary Flight Display (PFD), Navigation and Aircraft Systems displays. This gives pilots of the VN1100 the same type of cockpit instrumentation that they will see and use in larger, more sophisticated helicopters.


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C. Fuselage

The fuselage of the VN1100 is in three parts: cabin section (front); center section; and tail boom (rear).

The cabin section contains five seats and four access doors. It is fully glazed. There is no center divider or bulkhead between the front and rear seats, allowing maximum visibility for all occupants. Unlike some helicopters, the VN1100 suffers no speed restrictions when flying with any combination of the doors removed.

The center section contains the engine, transmission, hydraulic controls, and various related systems. Oil tanks for essential fluids are grouped together, allowing for convenient preflight checks and servicing. The VN1100’s complete electrical system is housed in a separate, easily accessible bay on the left side of the helicopter. There are two panels that fold down from the side of the center section.

These provide both access to aircraft systems (oil tanks and electrical components), and also function as workstands for mechanics/engineers. The large baggage compartment and aircraft fuel tank are also located in the center section.

The tailboom is a semi-monocoque structure that attaches to the center section. It houses the tail rotor and related components.


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D. Cargo Transport, Internal

Cabin Interior (Seats Installed)

The rear seats of the VN1100 can be easily stowed. In this process, platforms unfold from in the seat areas that create a flat loading area for internal cargo. Removing the copilot seat allows even more cargo room. Large clamshell doors provide a 5-foot wide opening for ease of loading.

Cabin Interior (Seats Removed)


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D. Cargo Transport, External

When the need arises to carry loads that are too big to fit inside the cabin, the VN1100 can still do the job. External cargo racks are available, and an optional cargo hook allows loads of up to 1,500 pounds to be carried underneath the helicopter.

Cargo Rack Installation

Sling Load Operations


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E. Air Ambulance

The VN1100 can easily be configured as an air ambulance. Two options are offered: a standard litter kit that allows the transportation of two stretchers; or a “Med-Pac” unit that provides oxygen, suction and electrical service for patient support.

Twin Litter Kit Installation

Med-Pac Installation


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F. Amphibious Capability

Equipped with optional flotation landing gear, the VN1100 can operate from both land and water. The float landing gear consists of two streamlined, multi-cell inflatable floats and related hardware to allow the VN1100 to make water landings. The float equipment is fitted over the standard skid landing gear, so operations from land (hard surfaces) are unaffected.

Amphibious Operations


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G. Servicing / Operating

There are many features of the VN1100 that set it apart from and above the competition. For instance, for ease of servicing, the entire main cowling slides back on rollers, exposing the complete drive train (engine and transmission) components. Complete engine changes can be performed in as little as two hours. In addition, access panels on either side of the helicopter fold down to become work stands for the technicians or for preflight inspections. For ease of maintenance, behind these panels the engine and transmission oil tanks are grouped on one side, and the aircraft’s electrical system components are located on the other.

The VN1100 is unparalleled in ease of servicing and maintainability.


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H. Flight Controls

The design goals for the VN1100 are safety and ease of operation. Features on our helicopter are usually only found on larger helicopters. Some of these features are not available on other helicopters at any price. Dual Hydraulic Systems – Hydraulically boosted controls make the pilot’s job much easier. Every VN1100 is equipped with dual hydraulic systems for increased safety. There is never a worry about a hydraulic failure, as there is in other helicopters.

Dual Hydraulic Systems


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I. Cyclic Force Trim

A force-trim system for the cyclic control is standard on every VN1100, something rare in a small helicopter. Just like on larger helicopters, this allows the pilot to place the control stick in whatever position he needs, momentarily press a button, and the trim system will maintain that position, allowing the pilots to attend to other cockpit duties. The primary advantage of this is reduced fatigue and workload.


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J. Structural Integrity

Conventional helicopters have cross-tubes that run between each skid, underneath the helicopter. In the event of a heavy landing, these cross-tubes can penetrate the fuselage, rupturing the fuel tank and causing injury to the crew. By comparison, the VN1100 is equipped with an impact-absorbing torsion-bar landing gear system that provides for complete independence between the left and right side gear legs. In the event of a heavy landing with the VN1100, the torsion bars will absorb the impact and deflect the landing gear to the left and right of the helicopter, acting like the suspension of a car. With this system, you not only save the crew from injury but also save the helicopter from damage. It is a very attractive feature that by far exceeds the capability of a crash-resistant seat only. The VN1100 landing gear has been tested to forward touchdown speeds of 30 miles per hour and vertical landing speeds of 390 feet per minute.

Removable ground-handling wheels can be fitted.


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IV. POWERPLANT

A. Engine

The VN1100 is powered by the legendary Rolls Royce 250 C-20B turboshaft engine that produces 420 maximum horsepower. Like the VN1100, it has a worldwide reputation for rugged dependability. Combined with our specially designed main rotor blades, this engine gives the VN1100 outstanding performance. In standard configuration at sea level, the VN1100 at full helicopter take-off power is still utilizing only 60% of the maximum available engine horsepower. This provides ample reserve for operating environments that include hot temperatures or high altitudes.

Rolls Royce 250 C-20B Engine

B. Fuel Consumption Because the engine in the VN1100 is de-rated its average fuel consumption is only 22 gallons per hour, giving it three hours of endurance.


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V. PERFORMANCE

The VN1100 has superlative performance at all altitudes.

As you can see, on a “standard” day the VN1100 can hover at 11,500 feet at its maximum gross weight!

VI. NOISE

The VN1100’s noise signature is among the lowest of all existing helicopters in its class. It allows the VN1100 to operate without being heard from a long distance away. The chart below shows a comparison between the VN1100 and other helicopters in its class.


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Noise Comparison Chart


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VII. VN1100 SPECIFICATION

A. Dimensions

ENGLISH METRIC

OVERALL HEIGHT

LOW SKIDS 9.2 FT 2.9 M HIGH SKIDS 12.1 FT 3.7 M OVERALL LENGTH FUSELAGE 31.7 FT 9.7 M ROTORS TURNING 41,3 FT 12.6 M MAXIMUM WIDTH FUSELAGE 7.3 FT 2.3 M ROTOR TURNING 35.3 FT 10.8 M MAIN ROTOR DIAMETER 35.3 FT 10.8 M MAIN ROTOR CHORD 10.2 Inch 0.3 M NUMBER OF BLADES 2 2

TAIL ROTOR DIAMETER 6.1 FT 1.9 M NUMBER OF BLADES 2 2

FLOOR LOADING CABIN 100 LBS/SQ.FT MAX. WEIGHT REAR SEAT DECK 1100 LBS MAX. WEIGHT BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT 150 LBS


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B. WEIGHTS

Mission Weight, Military 1,406 kg 3,100 lbs

Basic Empty Weight (standard configuration) 687kg 1,515 lbs

External Gross Weight 1,452 kg 3,100 lbs

Useful Load External & Military Configuration 719kg 1,585 lbs

C. PERFORMANCE SUMMARY

Hover in Ground Effect 5,182m 17,000 ft (Std Day, 2,350 lbs.)

Hover out of Ground Effect 3,658m 12,000 ft (Std. Day, 2,350 lbs.)

Maximum Operating Altitude 5,685m 18,654 ft

Max Speed @ seal level 204km/h 110kts

Maximum Cruise Speed 195km/h @1524m 105kts @5000ft

Fuel Consumption 83 ltr/hr 22 gal/hr

Maximum Endurance 3 hrs 3 hrs

Maximum Range 600 km 330 nm

Maximum Rate of Climb @ Normal Rated Power 488 mpm 1,600 fpm

Vertical Rate of Climb @ Normal Rated Power 244 mpm 800 fpm

Maximum Speed Doors Removed (No Restriction) 110 kts 110 kts

ENGINE (Rolls-Royce 250 C-20B)

Takeoff H.P. @ Sea Level 204 KW 274 SHP

Maximum Continuous H.P. @ Sea Level 173 KW 233 SHP

Fuel Capacity 253.2 Liters 68.5 Gal


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D. Overhaul Times

The VN1100 is designed so that the major components come due for overhaul at the same time: 1200 hours. Operationally, this means that helicopters in the field do not have to come out of service for the replacement of components at odd intervals or inconvenient times. Scheduled maintenance may be planned more accurately. E. Limited-Life Components

Long component life ensures economic operation of a helicopter. The service life of the fatigue-critical components of the VN1100 helicopter varies from a minimum of 750 hours for the swashplate cyclic input ring assembly to infinite life for the main rotor shaft and other components. The following table lists the finite lives as certified by the United States Federal Aviation Administration for all critical components.

Part number Hours OUTPUT HOUSING, T/R GEARBOX 24-25023-3 7,385 OUTPUT SHAFT ASSY, T/R GEARBOX 24-25031 2,800 LOWER HOUSING ASSY, TRANSMISSION 24-23030-7 3,600 GIMBAL RING, TRANSMISSION 24-28020 18,050 STRUT, TRANSMISSION MOUNT 24-28030-1 47,800 STRUT ASSY, LEFT REAR, XSMN MOUNT 24-28046-1 20,350 TRANSMISSION LOWER ISOLATION MOUNT 24-28064 5,000 ISOLATION BRACKET ASSY, UPPER CONTROLS 24-30200 2,300 ISOLATION LINK ASSY, UPPER CONTROLS 24-30233-1 800 COLLECTIVE ARM ASSY, UPPER CONTROLS 24-31280-1 1,700 LINK ASSY, COLLECTIVE ARM SUPPORT 24-31280-1 2,300 BELLCRANK, FWD. LATERAL CYCLIC 24-33304-1 4,100 BELLCRANK, FWD. LONGITUDINAL CYCLIC 24-33305-1 4,100 SLEEVE ASSY, SWASHPLATE SUPPORT 24-34200 22,450 RING ASSY, SWASHPLATE 24-34205 750 CYCLIC INPUT 24-34221 2,960 YOKE ASSY, SWASHPLATE DRIVE 24-34207 2,800 LINK ASSY, SWASHPLATE DRIVE 24-34209 4,450 OUTER RING ASSY, SWASHPLATE 24-34211 49,250 CUFF ASSY, M/R 24-51402-5 16,350 INCIDENCE ARM, M/R 24-51406 2,700 BOLT, M/R DRAG LINK ATTACHMENT NAS1306-16 4,100 TERMINAL, M/R DRAG LINK 24-52002-7 17,900 DRAG LINK ASSY, M/R 24-52003 13,750 BLADE ASSY, MAIN ROTOR 24-53100-01 5,970 TENSION-TORSION BAR ASSY, T/R 24-55106 4,670 FITTING ASSY, ENGINE BEARER 24-61032-1 7,000 FIN ASSY, TAIL BOOM 24-62030-43 11,255


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VIII. VN1100 STANDARD DEFINITION, New Production A. General

• Fuselage consisting of cabin and one luggage hold, with tie-down points and access doors

• Tail boom with stabilizer, tail rotor and fin. • Skid landing gear capable of accepting handling wheels • Lifting (jacking) points • External paint: choice of standard or military paint schemes • Internal paint: gray or tan

B. Cabin

• 5-place interior • Pilot and copilot shoulder harnesses, rear seats safety belts • Pilot and copilot doors each fitted with a sliding window • Fire extinguisher • Map and storage cases fitted in doors, front and back • Cabin heater / defogger and ram air ventilation.

C. Powerplant

• Rolls Royce Allison 250-C 20B 420 shp (313 kw) free turbine turboshaft

engine with axial and centrifugal compressor, two-stage gas producer turbine and two-stage power turbine

• Fuel boost pump, electrically driven, submerged fuel pump mounted on the sump panel at the bottom of the fuel cell

• Fuel system, including one tank of 68.5 US gallons total capacity • Engine oil system, normal capacity of 2.76 US quarts, overflow capacity

of 5.2 US quarts • Engine air intake duct with stainless steel wire mesh screen

D. Rotors and Controls

• Main rotor with two all metal blades • Dynamic flap restraints (“droop stops”) on main rotor blades • Anti-torque rotor with two all metal blades • Dual independent hydraulic system for redundancy • Mechanical flight control linkages throughout • Cyclic trim and throttle control

E. Covers and Manuals

• Engine inlet and exhaust covers • Pitot tube cover • Ground handling wheels • Tiedowns – main rotor • Operating manuals


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E. Transmission System

• Three-stage planetary speed reduction gearbox, gimbal-mounted on tubular steel struts, with isolation anti-vibration mount fitted

• Freewheeling unit • Oil pump • Oil filter • Oil cooler

F. Rotors and Controls

• Main rotor with two all metal blades • Dynamic flap restraints (“droop stops”) on main rotor blades • Anti-torque rotor with two all metal blades • Dual independent hydraulic system for redundancy • Cable controlled tail rotor • Mechanical flight control linkages throughout • Cyclic trim and throttle control • Two complete sets of flight controls

G. Covers and Manuals

• Engine inlet and exhaust covers • Pitot tube cover • Ground handling wheels with lift tube • Tiedowns – main rotor and tail rotor • Operating manuals:

o Aircraft logbook o Engine logbook o Airframe parts manual o Flight manual o Maintenance manual o Inspection guide o Service Letters o Service Bulletins o Applicable technical drawings and schematics o All manuals for optional equipment


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IX. VN1100 PRICING1 CONFIGURATION #1: FACTORY NEW

Basic VN1100 Helicopter $860,000.00

CONFIGURATION #2: FACTORY REFURBISHED

Basic VN1100 Helicopter, Refurbished $398,800.00 Refurbished VN1100’s include all components returned to “O-TSO” condition. New paint, new seats. Same basic avionics package as new helicopter. Engine will be Rolls Royce 250 C-20B. Other specific upgrades/improvements to be determined and will vary. OPTIONS:

Dual Flight Controls $6,600.00 Flight Instrument Group $16,124.00 Attitude Indicator,

Directional.Gyro, Rate of Climb Indicator, Turn Indicator

Chelton FlightLogic EFIS $95,000.00 Air Conditioner $21,895.00

Dual Litter Kit $29,800.00 Med-Pac Litter System $43,800.00 Agricultural Spray System (Wet) $36,500.00 Agricultural Spray System (Dry) $32,500.00 Cargo Hook $8,350.00 Wire Strike Protection Kit2 $8,200.00 Extended Landing Gear $9,650.00 Amphibious Landing Gear $18,600.00

First Aid Kit $650.00

NOTES: 1. All prices in U.S. dollars. Prices subject to change. 2. Not available with original nose (non-split windscreen).


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X. CREW TRAINING

The sale of each new or remanufactured VN1100 will include Factory training of one pilot and one maintenance technician (mechanic). This training will be conducted at the Van Nevel Helicopters Academy, in Century, Florida. Additional crewmember training, or on-site training in country can be arranged and provided at additional cost.

Training Prices:

(One Pilot) Included (One Mechanic) Included Additional Pilot Training (Ground School) $1,950.00 ea. Additional Pilot Training (Flight) $4,770.00 ea. Additional Maintenance Training $2,850.00 ea.


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XI. CONTRACT TERMS

A. CERTIFICATION AND TESTING

1. General

Van Nevel Helicopters, Inc. will deliver the aircraft and any optional or desired equipment as described above. The aircraft and all of its equipment and furnishings are fully FAA-certified under a proprietary Type Certificate and/or Supplemental Type Certificates as noted. FAA Certification will be accomplished at the Van Nevel Helicopters factory in Century, Florida, USA and aircraft will be delivered in airworthy condition.

2. Ground

Van Nevel Helicopters, Inc. will perform all necessary testing of any and all installed or optional equipment.

3. Flight

Prior to delivery, Van Nevel Helicopters will perform all necessary flight testing of each helicopter to ensure proper operation of the aircraft and all installed standard or optional equipment. The customer shall be responsible for the costs of insurance, fuel, and any other associated costs of this testing.

4. Records and Documentation

Van Nevel Helicopters will provide all necessary paperwork and records associated with each helicopter.

B. TRAINING

Training of pilots and technicians shall be provided by Van Nevel Helicopters under a separate Training Agreement Addendum to the Purchase Agreement.

C. MAINTENANCE

Maintenance of aircraft will be the responsibility of the Operator.


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D. LEAD TIME

1. Lead-time for the delivery of Factory New VN1100 helicopters

will be determined but will not exceed fourteen (14) months from the time of placement of first order.

2. Lead-time for refurbished helicopters is 120 days.

3. Lead-time may be dependant upon the availability of the engine

from Rolls Royce Company.

E. PAYMENT

1. Upon acceptance of contract, Van Nevel Helicopters, Inc.

requires a deposit of twenty percent (20%) for each aircraft ordered.

2. A progress payment of fifty percent (50%) of the total aircraft

price shall be due upon installation of the engine.

3. For refurbished VN1100’s, engine price may vary depending upon market conditions at time of engine purchase. Buyer may elect to pay for engine at contract signing at current market rates (See: Section IX. Pricing)

4. Final payment, which will be determined by any changes and/or

additions to the aircraft specifications during construction, shall be received for each aircraft upon delivery and acceptance at the Van Nevel Helicopters plant in Century, Florida, prior to shipment.

F. WARRANTIES

All new VN1100 helicopters come with a limited manufacturer’s airframe warranty provided by Van Nevel Helicopters, Inc. that is pro-rated as described (See separate warranty document information). Engine warranty provided by Rolls Royce Corporation. Warranties for avionics and installed optional equipment are provided by their respective manufacturers.

G. ACCEPTANCE

Acceptance and delivery of VN1100 helicopters will be at Van Nevel Helicopters, Inc. factory in Century, Florida, USA.

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