The Helicopter Newspaper - July 2010

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INSIDE THIS EDITION: Leading edge aviation announces expanded turbine training •THN Spotlight: Tenax Air Logistics • Hillsboro Aviation graduate performs highest-altitude long line rescue • Prepare for the aftermath of an accident • Is your aircraft producing a profit? • Plus much more!

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INSIDE THIS EDITION: Leading edge aviation announces expanded turbine training •THN Spotlight: Tenax Air Logistics • Hillsboro Aviation graduate performs highest-altitude long line rescue • Prepare for the aftermath of an accident • Is your aircraft producing a profit? • Plus much more!

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Bend, OregOn — Leading edge Aviation (LeA), a Bend, Oregon based helicopter flight school, and Central Oregon Community College (COCC) announce the approval of their new Advanced Helicopter Training Course by the Oregon department of education and department of Veteran Affairs This new course expands the existing degree program to include Turbine Transition, night Vision goggle (nVg), external Load, and Mountain Flying in our fleet of Bell 206B-III Jet rangers.

Upon completion of their commercial training students will receive 20 hours of instruction in the Jet ranger with specific training in one of the areas of operation. Students eligible for the Post 9/11 gI Bill will be able to take this new course as part of the degree program, which is fully funded through the gI Bill. The course

includes Turbine Transition Training, ground instruction in all of the areas and targeted flight training in one of the specialized operations. depending on the students career goals they can either be trained in flying with nVg’s, external Load or Mountain Flying.

“This new course offer students a comprehensive Turbine Transition with a menu based approach to specialized training. This gives our students the most comprehensive turbine training on the market, uniquely positioning them for employment as a commercial pilot.” commented Travis Warthen, Vice President of Leading edge Aviation. “This makes us one of the few helicopter flight schools in the country able to offer this high level of diverse training to students plus enhances the career path for graduates who are hired as instructors at LeA.”

Leading edge Aviation operates a flight school in Bend, Oregon under FAA Part 141 and Part 61, and operates a fleet of robinson r22 and r44 helicopters as well as 4 Bell 206 series helicopters. Training offered by Leading edge Aviation includes courses for Private, Commercial, Instrument, Certified Flight Instructor, Mountain and Long Line certifications.

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Leading edge Aviation (LeA) has been a part of the Bend community since 1989 and has 6 major business segments including helicopter charter, flight training, avionics, maintenance, robinson Helicopter overhaul and wiring harness fabrication. LeA is a FAA Part 135 Air Carrier operating robinson r22, r44, and Bell 206 helicopters. LeA is a certified robinson Helicopter sales, service, maintenance and overhaul facility and authorized distributors for most major avionics manufacturers.

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equipment specs Year .................................................. 2000Manufacturer ................................. BeLLModel ............................................. 412ePPrice ............................................ $6.65MLocation ............................ Spring, TexasCondition .................................. excellentSerial number .............................36272registration number ..............n412HSTotal Time ...........................1365 HoursFlight rules ......................................... IFrnumber Of Seats .............................. 13

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Hillsboro Aviation— The highest-altitude long line rescue in history was recently performed in nepal by a cooperative effort between Switzerland’s Air Zermatt and Fishtail Air, a charter helicopter company based in nepal. Air Zermatt’s Captain daniel Aufdenblatten, who piloted the helicopter and performed the rescue, is a Hillsboro Aviation graduate.

The April 29 rescue

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tenth highest mountain.

Three climbers from a Spanish expedition where rescued from camp four located at an elevation of 22,900 feet. Landing in the terrain was not possible so Captain Aufdenblatten, along with Swiss Mountain guide richard Lehner, used the long line to lift the stranded climbers. They were evacuated one-by-one to base camp after enduring 36 hours on Mount Annapurna.

Aufdenblatten, a Swiss citizen, began his flight training at Hillsboro Aviation in

november 2003. After graduating from the Helicopter Professional Pilot Program, he worked for Hillsboro Aviation as a flight instructor. In 2006, he became a pilot for Air Zermatt.

“The training I received at Hillsboro Aviation provided me with a strong foundation that I have used throughout my career and prepared me for operations such as this rescue,” Aufdenblatten said.

about Hillsboro AviationHeadquartered 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 70 aircraft ranging from single and multi-engine airplanes to robinson r-22s to 12 turbine-powered Bell helicopters. Hillsboro Aviation is the northwest’s largest combined helicopter and airplane flight training school. It is also the 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, visitwww.hillsboroaviation.com.

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no one plans to have an accident, but it happens all too often. The best time to learn about dealing with the chaos following an accident is not in the midst of the turmoil, stress and shock of the event itself. Whether you are a single aircraft owner or the manager of a large flight department, the time to prepare for disaster is in a relaxed atmosphere when heads are clear.

Before the Accident, Incident, or Occurrence

A. read your policy. Insurance policies are getting more reader friendly. Some are better than others, but all of them will explain issues such as:

notification requirements: •Timeliness, specific duties and responsibilitiesLiability Coverage: Who is and is •not covered, what liability claims are and are not covered, defending law suits, and expenses.Physical damage (Hull) Coverage: •What is and is not covered, partial loss and total loss, indemnity and betterment, arbitration of disputes, salvage.depending on the policy and •additional endorsements you have purchased, there may be other benefits and expense provisions in the policy such as: emergency

landing and search & rescue, substitute aircraft, alternate transportation, and personal expenses. It is good to know if and how much your insurance company may cover for emergency first aid to victims at the time of an accident. Being familiar with terms, conditions, and limitations of your policy as well as your responsibilities to the insurance company before an accident will greatly facilitate making better decisions under the stress of calamity.

B. The Internet is a Valuable Information Tool. Some insurance companies offer claims reporting kits

that you can download, even if you are not their customer. These kits include explanation of terms and forms that will help you gather the information you will need later. The nTSB website (www.nTSB.gov) offers a Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident report for download which contains definitions of terms such as aircraft accident, substantial damage, and serious injury. The FAA website (www.FAA.gov/avr/aai) offers access to 8020.11B - Aircraft Accident & reporting notification, Investigation and reporting. In addition, there are reporting forms which give you definitions of when and how to report an incident or accident.

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a list of key people and phone numbers you need to contact. Include your aviation insurance broker and insurance company’s claims reporting number in this list. Keep copies in several places, including home and office. Including a copy in your personal planner, aircraft checklist, logbook, and/or flight kit is a good idea. Programming Flight Service (1-800 WX BrIeF) into your cell phone could become handy. Although the phone call will go to the nearest FSS associated with your area code rather than your current location, they have access to everything you need to deal with an emergency.

d. emergency response Plans. Professional flight departments spend a great deal of time and money building an emergency response Program. It may include everything from accident notification to public relations procedures and responsibilities. How hard would it be for the owner of a single aircraft, whether a business or an individual, to create a simple notebook containing some of this valuable information? You may know what to do and who to call, but you may not be in a position to do it yourself. A good aviation insurance specialty broker should be able to give

you some guidance. e. don’t forget the Logbooks. A

condition of insurance could require your aircraft to meet certain FAA and insurance company certification standards. Why complicate the claims process with incomplete records?

F. Safety equipment. We have first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and other emergency gear in our homes, autos, boats, and rV’s. Whether the FAA requires it or not, why shouldn’t we do the same in our aircraft?

When the Accident Happens

If you are involved in an accident, here is a short, common sense checklist you may want to consider:

Arrange First Aid for the Injured•Protect the aircraft or other property •from further damagenotify Authorities and your •insurance company Avoid making statements about the •loss (except to government officials) until the insurance company gives permission.do not initiate repairs without the •insurance company’s authorization

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One special note about the flight crew: Past experience has proven that in the aftermath of an accident, even when uninjured and seeming in full control, crew members are in shock. Protect them

and get them medical attention. It is a good idea to keep them away from the press. They are going through a process in which they will analyze what has happened, many times blaming themselves for things that could not have possibly anticipated or prevented. It could take them several hours to days and weeks to sort it all out in their own head. This is no time to be making public statements.

In my 35 years as a professional pilot and operations manager, the only people I’ve ever seen that were perfectly calm in the midst of disaster were either well prepared and trained or playing parts in a movie. Whether you are directly involved in an accident or take “the call”, you’ll be glad you thought through the process and wrote it all down.

about the authorJim 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 agencies in America, insuring people since 1868.


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money talkby Sam Millerwww.AircraftCostAnalysis.com

Is your aircraft producing a profit?The survival of an aircraft operator depends on knowing total costs and revenues necessary to produce a profit. Many operators are not profitable. If an operation is losing money, what must be changed to produce a profit?

Financial planning determines the future as an aircraft operator. The entrepreneur that purchases an aircraft and develops his financial plan “on-the-fly” will probably suffer significant consequences. The successful entrepreneur will formulate several financial scenarios for each aircraft using a financial model to produce an after-tax cash flow that can be analyzed using net Present Value (nPV). This requires an investment of time and effort, but you don’t have to be a rocket scientist.

There are many ways to charge for aviation services: $/Statute Mile, $/nautical Mile, $/Take Off, $/Landing, $/

day, $/elapsed Time, $/Flying Hour, $/seat, $/Trip, $/excursion, $ for positioning, $/Statute Mile or nautical Mile for deadhead, $/acre, $/pound, $ for excess ferry distance, $ charge for small patches, $ charge for spot treatment, $/load, plus special charges for fuel surcharge, type terrain, weather, day, night, etc. The type operation determines the conventional method of billing but no matter what billing method is used; revenues must exceed expenses to produce a profit. Since total operating costs are usually expressed as an average $/hour cost, know the conversion factor from your billing method to average $/hour revenue.

The fixed costs required to compete in the aircraft industry are significant. Aircraft, insurance, personnel, finance cost, depreciation and support facilities represent a large investment. These entry costs are known but will vary with each

aircraft so it is necessary to financially analyze the fixed costs of each aircraft.

The variable operating costs of each aircraft must also be analyzed. generally, newer equipment has lower maintenance costs than older equipment and this should be recognized in the variable analyses of each aircraft.

Combining the fixed and variable costs determines the total hourly operating cost. The biggest factor influencing total hourly operating cost is the annual hourly utilization. Spreading the annual fixed costs over more flight hours reduces the total hourly operating cost. Theoretically, each aircraft has a different total hourly operating cost and therefore a different price the operator must charge in order to produce the same percentage profit per operating hour. Practically speaking, each aircraft model has an hourly charge rate determined by the marketplace.

Assuming you collect the hourly charge rate determined by the marketplace your financial plan should answer two questions. 1) What annual hourly utilization is required to break even on each aircraft? 2) What annual hourly utilization is required to produce the return on investment you desire for each aircraft?

After answering these two questions, you have a financial plan showing the annual utilization required to break even and to produce the return on investment you desire at the market hourly rate. Is your aircraft producing a profit? What must you change to be more profitable?

Calculating the profitability of the cash flow produced from an aircraft investment is time consuming. AircraftCostAnalysis performs these essential investment calculations while saving you time and effort. details and sample reports are available at www.AircraftCostAnalysis.com.


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NTSB Identification: WPr10FA277Date: June 02, 2010 Location: Spokane, WAAircraft: rOBInSOn r22 Beta, Injuries: 1 Fatal.On June 2, 2010, about 1630 Pacific daylight time, a robinson r22 Beta broke apart in flight on approach for landing at Felts Field, Spokane, Washington. The student pilot was killed; the helicopter sustained substantial damage to the airframe and main rotor blades by impact forces. The local instructional flight departed about 1600. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan had been filed.

This was the student pilot’s fourth solo flight. He flew in the traffic pattern with an instructor, and made

a full stop landing on runway 21L. The instructor determined that the student was competent to continue flying solo, and exited the helicopter. The student completed about five more touch-and-go landings.

The student pilot reported downwind to the air traffic control tower, and the tower controller stated that he cleared the pilot for landing. He observed the helicopter again on base leg, and it appeared to be at a normal altitude and attitude. He did not observe any smoke or anything falling from the helicopter. He looked away for a few seconds; when he looked back up he did not see it again.

Witnesses on the ground observed the helicopter flying the base leg at altitudes

similar to what they had observed other helicopters in the past. Several witnesses reported hearing one or two pops. One witness stated that the rotor sounds went silent, and the engine sputtered prior to hearing the popping sound. Some witnesses saw pieces fly off the helicopter, and then it began to spin counterclockwise. One witness stated that it was V-shaped before it went nose low, and fell straight to the ground.

The tail boom, tail rotor, and part of the tail rotor drive shaft separated, and were the first pieces in the debris field. These pieces were several hundred feet from the main wreckage. A 2-foot section of one main rotor blade skin separated, and was about 50 feet from the tail rotor pieces in the direction of

the main wreckage along with nearby tail cone skin pieces. The tail boom had a 45-degree angular dent from top to bottom on its left side that was similar in dimension to a main rotor blade. The main rotor blades rotate counterclockwise.

The helicopter came to rest on its right side in the back yard of a residence. Objects within 10 feet of the main wreckage on its east, north, and west quadrants were not damaged. The gascolator contained a blue fluid that smelled like aviation gasoline, and investigators observed no debris or contamination in it.

Investigators examined the airframe and engine at a recovery yard. They manually rotated the crankshaft. The

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crankshaft rotated freely, and the valves moved approximately the same amount of lift in firing order. The gears in the accessory case turned freely. Investigators obtained thumb compression on all cylinders in firing order except cylinder number two, which was contaminated with soft dirt. Its valves moved freely, and investigators could see dirt blow by the exhaust valve.

Investigators manually rotated the magnetos, and both magnetos produced spark at all posts.

The carburetor sustained crush damage; the metal floats exhibited hydraulic crush damage. The carburetor filter screen, the main fuel screen, and the fuel screen in the auxiliary tank were clear.

The oil filter was clean.examination of the airframe revealed

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NTSB Identification: Cen10FA291Date: June 02, 2010 Location: Midlothian, TXAircraft: BeLL 222Injuries: 2 Fatal.On June 2, 2010 at approximately 1400 central daylight time, a Bell 222U, multi-engine helicopter was destroyed after impacting terrain near Midlothian, Texas. The airline transport rated pilot and the mechanic, who were the only occupants, sustained fatal injuries. Visual meteorological conditions (VMC) prevailed at the time of the accident and a company flight plan had been filed for the Title 14 Code of Federal regulations Part 91 return to service flight following maintenance that had been performed. The helicopter had departed the grand Prairie Municipal Airport (gPM) grand Prairie, Texas at approximately 1352, and had planned to return to gPM airport.

The helicopter was in cruise flight at approximately 600 feet above ground level (AgL) when several witnesses saw the tail boom and the main rotor system separate from the helicopter. The fuselage was destroyed in an immediate post-impact fire. The main rotor mast separated just below the head. The main rotor system including the hub and blade assembly, pitch change links, and walking beam assembly remained connected to the swash plate assembly and impacted terrain approximately 200 feet northeast of the main wreckage. The

entire tail boom assembly separated just aft of the fuselage and impacted terrain approximately 400 feet northeast of the main wreckage.

The wreckage was removed to a secure storage facility for continued investigation.I

NTSB Identification: WPr10CA262Date: May 25, 2010 Location: Kona, HIAircraft: robinson Helicopter r22 BeTAInjuries: 1 Uninjured.The accident occurred during the student pilot’s second solo flight when he attempted to take off. Both the student pilot and his flight instructor, who witnessed the accident, reported that the student pilot applied too much left anti-torque pedal as the collective was raised for the takeoff. The helicopter slid to the left off of the landing pad and then spun to the left. The witness reported that the helicopter spun to the left with its skids on the ground three times, then lifted about two feet into the air and spun left three more times. The student pilot said that he attempted to reduce collective, but the right skid contacted the ground and the helicopter rolled over onto its

right side. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the cabin and tail. The student pilot said there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures.

NTSB Identification: WPr10WA249Date: May 20, 2010 Location: Traralgon, AustraliaAircraft: BeLL 206Injuries: 1 Fatal.On May 20, 2010, about 0415 Universal Coordinated Time, a Bell 206 L-3 operated by a pilot from new Zealand doing crop spraying operations struck a power line and subsequently collided with terrain near Latrobe Valley Aerodrome, Traralgon, Australia. The meteorological conditions were not reported at the time. The helicopter was destroyed and the pilot, the sole occupant, was killed. The departure and destination airports are unknown.

NTSB Identification: WPr10WA245Date: May 17, 2010 Location: Lucena City, PhilippinesAircraft: rOBInSOn r44Injuries: 4 Fatal.On May 17, 2010, about 0715 Universal Time Coordinated (UTC), a robinson

r-44 II helicopter impacted a home in the Jael Subdivision Brgy Iyam, Lucena City, Philippines. The pilot and his three passengers were killed in the accident, along with one individual on the ground. The helicopter was reported as being totally consumed by the post-crash fire. The helicopter, which had a planned destination of Manila domestic Airport, departed the oval field at the Lucena City national High School, and crashed about one nautical mile upwind from its point of departure. The meteorological conditions have not yet been reported.

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AD#: 2010-12-51This emergency Airworthiness directive (eAd) is prompted by a report of a missing control-rod bushing (bushing) from a 90-degree tail rotor gearbox (TgB) installed on a Model AW119 MKII helicopter. The Agusta Model 119 helicopters also have the affected TgB installed; therefore, they are also included in the applicability of this eAd. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could result in abnormal vibration and damage to the tail rotor system, loss of the yaw control function, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

We have reviewed Agusta Alert Bollettino Tecnico no. 119-38, dated March 25, 2010 (ABT), which specifies inspecting the TgB, part number (P/n) 109-0440-06-103, to verify the presence of the bushing. If the bushing is not installed, the ABT specifies replacing the TgB and associated parts with a “new” TgB assembly, P/n 109-0440-06-105. Also, the ABT specifies if the bushing is installed, reidentifying the TgB “by installing an additional nameplate” with P/n 109-0440-06-105.

european Aviation Safety Agency (eASA), the airworthiness authority for Italy, notified the FAA that an unsafe condition may exist on these helicopter models. eASA advises of a missing bushing in the TgB of a Model AW119 MKII helicopter. eASA also advises that “this condition, if not detected and corrected, could cause abnormal vibration of the tail rotor controls possibly

leading to their damage and consequent loss of the yaw control function.” eASA classified the ABT as mandatory and issued eAd no. 2010-0059-e, dated March 26, 2010, to ensure the continued airworthiness of these helicopters.

This eAd differs from the eASA eAd in that we refer to flight hours as hours time-in-service (TIS). We also do not refer to a compliance date of June 30, 2010. We added the requirement of the thickness gauge being no wider than 10 mm. We added the determinate that if the depth between the tail rotor control rod (rod) and the hub-locking nut (nut) is between 4 mm and 6 mm, the bushing is installed. We do not require an additional nameplate but require reidentifying the TgB P/n with an etch pen by changing the last three digits of the P/n from -103 to -105.

These helicopter models are manufactured in Italy and are type certificated for operation in the United States under the provisions of 14 CFr 21.29 and the applicable bilateral agreement. Pursuant to the applicable bilateral agreement, eASA has kept the FAA informed of the situation described above. The FAA has examined the findings of eASA, reviewed all available information, and determined that Ad action is necessary for products of these type designs that are certificated for operation in the United States.

This unsafe condition is likely to exist or develop on other helicopters of these same type designs. Therefore, this eAd requires, before further flight, removing the forward boot from the nut and inserting a 0.3 millimeter (mm) thickness gauge,

not exceeding 10 mm in width, between the rod and nut until the gauge stops. This eAd requires, from the face of the nut, measuring the depth the gauge is inserted between the rod and the nut before it stops. If the depth measurement is between 4 mm and 6 mm, the bushing is installed, and this eAd requires reidentifying the TgB,

P/n 109-0440-06-103, by using an etch pen to change the last three digits of the P/n from -103 to -105. If the depth measurement is greater than 6 mm, this eAd requires, before further flight, replacing the TgB and the associated parts with airworthy parts.

The actions must be accomplished by following specified portions of the ABT described previously.

This rule is issued under 49 U.S.C. Section 44701 pursuant to the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, and is effective immediately upon receipt of this emergency Ad. 2010-12-51 AgUSTA S.p.A.: directorate Identifier 2010-SW-045-Ad.

Applicability: Model A119 and AW119 MKII helicopters, with a 90-degree tail rotor gearbox (TgB), part number (P/n) 109-0440-06-103, installed, certificated in any category.

Compliance: required as indicated, unless accomplished previously.

To prevent abnormal vibration and damage to the tail rotor system, loss of the yaw control function, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter, do the following:

(a) Before further flight, remove the forward boot, P/n 109-0135-10, from the hub-locking nut (nut), P/n 109-0135-12, as shown in Figure 1 of Agusta Alert Bollettino Tecnico no. 119-38, dated March 25, 2010 (ABT).

(1) Insert a 0.3 millimeter (mm) thickness gauge, not exceeding 10 mm in width, between the tail rotor control rod (rod) and the nut as shown in Figure 2 of the ABT until the gauge stops.

(2) From the face of the nut, measure the depth the gauge is inserted between the rod and the nut before it stops:

(i) If the depth measurement is between 4 mm and 6 mm, the bushing, P/n 109-0135-14-101, is installed. Within 5 hours time-in service, reidentify the TgB, P/n 109-0440-06-103, by using an etch pen

to change the last three digits of the P/n from -103 to -105.

note 1: Installing a new nameplate by following the Compliance Instructions, Part II, of the ABT satisfies the reidentification requirements of the TgB P/n in paragraph (a)(2)(i) of this Ad.

(ii) If the depth measurement is greater than 6 mm, before further flight, replace the TgB, P/n 109-0440-06-103, with TgB, P/n 109-0440-06-105, and replace the associated parts listed in the Accomplishment Instructions, Part I, paragraph 4, of the ABT with the associated parts listed in the Accomplishment Instructions, Part I, paragraph 5, of the ABT.

(b) To request a different method of compliance or a different compliance time for this Ad, follow the procedures in 14 CFr 39.19. Contact the Manager, Safety Management group, FAA, ATTn: eric Haight, Aviation Safety engineer, FAA, rotorcraft directorate, regulations and guidance group, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas 76137, telephone (817) 222-5204, fax (817) 222-5961, for information about previously approved alternative methods of compliance.

(c) The Joint Aircraft System/Component (JASC) Code is 6520: Tail rotor gearbox.

(d) Copies of the applicable service information may be obtained from Agusta, Via giovanni Agusta, 520 21017 Cascina Costa di Samarate (VA), Italy, telephone 39 0331-229111, fax 39 0331-229605/222595, or at http://customersupport.agusta.com/technical_advice.php.

(e) emergency Ad no. 2010-12-51 issued June 1, 2010, becomes effective upon receipt.

note 2: The subject of this Ad is addressed in the european Aviation Safety Agency emegency Ad no. 2010-0059-e, dated March 26, 2010.

For further information contact: eric Haight, Aviation Safety engineer, FAA, rotorcraft directorate, regulations and guidance group, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas 76137, telephone (817) 222-5204, fax (817) 222-5961.

Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on June 1, 2010. Scott A. Horn, Acting Manager, rotorcraft directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.

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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 mHeight: 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/sHIGE: 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

Bell Helicopter 206L4Total Production (all variants): 1,750+Comments: Features a high inertia two bladed main rotor providing excellent autorotation characteristics, a smooth ride with outstanding hot/high performance and competitive operating costs.Engines: rolls royce 250-C30P HP (Takeoff) 726 SHP/541 kwDimensions: Main rotor 37 ft/11.3 m, Tail Rotor 5.4 ft/1.7 mHeight: 10.3 ft/3.1 m Length: 42.4 ft/12.9 m Width: 7.7 ft/2.3 mEmpty Weight: 2,327 lb/1,056 kgMax Gross Weight Std: 4,450 lb/2,018 kgMax Gross Weight Alt: n/aUseful Load Std: 2,123 lb/962 kg Useful Load Alt: n/aExternal: 2,000 lb/907 kg, Vne: 130 kn 241 km/h Max Cruise: 112 kn 207 km/hMax Rate of Climb: 1,320 fpm 6.7 mpsHIGE: 10,000 ft/3,048 m HOGE: 6,500 ft/1,981 mService Ceiling: 10,000 ft/3,048 m S/e Service Ceiling n/aStd Fuel: 110.7 gal/419 L Max Fuel n/aIFR Crew: n/aVFR Crew: 1 Passengers 6

Enstrom 480B Guardian (police)Total production (all variants) 23 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

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Erickson Air-Crane S-64ETotal production (all variants) 20+ First flight 1968Comments A purpose-built multi-mission flying crane, 2,650gal(~10,000ltr)firefightingtank(saltorfreshwater fill), and “Water Cannon” high pressure nozzle.Engine(s) (2) JFTd12A-4A HP (takeoff) 4,500Dimensions main rotor 72 ft/22m Tail rotor 16 ft/5mHeight 25.4 ft/7.6 m Length 88.5 ft/26.6 m Width 21.8 ft/6.5 mEmpty weight 20,000 lbs/9,000 kg Gross weight 42,000 lbs/18,900 kgUseful load 20,000 lbs/9,000 kg External 20,000 lbs/9,000 kgVne 115 kts/213 kmh Max cruise 115 kts/213 kmhMax rate of climb 4,000 fpm/1,200 mpmHIGE 14,000 ft/4,200 m HOGE 14,000 ft/4,200 mService ceiling 14,000 ft/4,200 m S/E service ceiling 14,000 ft/4,200 mStd fuel 1,350 gals/5,116 lit Max fuel 2,450 gals/9,285 litMax range std fuel (no reserve) 300 nm/555 kmRange with opt fuel 530 nm/981 km VFR Crew 2 Passengers n/A

MD Helicopters, Inc. MD Explorer (902)Total production (all variants) 96 First flight July 1997Comments The Md explorer is a high performance, FAA Cat “A” certified helicopter with low operating costs. The explorer has an exceptional safety record and has proven itself as an eMS, Law enforcement, shipboard/off shore, and an excellent Corporate/VIP helicopter.Engine(s) PW 207e HP (takeoff) 550 shp/410 kw derated from 710 shp/529 kwDimensions main rotor 33.8 ft/10.3 m Tail rotor nOTAr (r) SystemHeight 12.0 ft/3.7 m Length 32.3 ft/9.8 m Width 7.3 ft/2.2 mEmpty weight 3,375 lbs/1,519 kg Gross weight 6,250 lbs/2,834 kgUseful load 2,875 lbs/1,304 kg (3125 lbs max) External 3,525 lbs/1,598 kgVne 140 kts/259 km Max cruise 134 kts/248 kmhMax rate of climb 2,020 fpm/11.5 m/secHIGE 12,200 ft/3,719 m HOGE 10,400 ft/3,170 mService ceiling 18,600 ft/5,669 m Std fuel 1,078 lbs/489 kg Max fuel 1,555 lbs/705 kgsMax range std fuel (no reserve) 293 mi/543 kmRange with opt fuel 386nm/849 kmIFR Crew 1 or VFr Crew 1 Passengers 7

Schweizer Aircraft Corporation 300CB/CBiTotal production (all variants) 270 First flight 1993/2001Comments The 300CB was developed for the flight training market. The 300CBi, a fuel injected version of the 300CB, was first delivered in 2002. The 300CB/300CBi have the same flight characteristics as the 300C, but with the lowest life-cycle cost of any current production helicopter.Engine(s) (1) Lycoming HO-360-C1A/HIO-360-g1A HP (takeoff) 180 shpDimensions main rotor 26.83 ft/8.18 m Tail rotor 4.25 ft/1.30 mHeight 8.72 ft/2.66 m Length 30.83 ft/9.4 m Width 6.54 ft/1.99 mEmpty weight 1,088 lbs/493.5 kg Gross weight 1,750 lbs/794 kgUseful load 662 lbs/300.3 kg Vne 108 mph/94 kts/174 kmh Max cruise 98 mph/85 kts/157 kmh Max rate of climb 1,250 fpm/6.35 mpsHIGE 7,000 ft/2,133 m HOGE 4,800 ft/1,463 m (@ 1600 lbs)Service ceiling 10,000 S/E service ceiling n/AStd fuel 32.5 gal/147 lit Max fuel 64 gal/290 lit Max range std fuel (no reserve) 3.1 hr. endurance Range with opt fuel n/AVFR Crew 1 Passengers 1-2

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1971 OH58C 7380.3TT, 5734.1TT C20C, 550SOH Comp, 0SOH fuel control, 804 left on MR blades, 250TT TR blades, 250 since 1200hr Trans, hyd spray, Isolair belly tank and boom, M3, Auto Cal, Com, 300K, Call 601-668-6200 for Specs ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

Bell 206 fuselage SN1510, good shape, good condition. Call 631-588-2780. (07-10)

1995 Bell Jet Ranger III 206B S/N 4377, 850TT, high skid gear, dual controls, wire strike protection, king autopilot, vibration reduction system & much more! Contact Dale [email protected] or 407-383-6767. ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

1981 Bell 412, S/N 33036, R/N: N412BE, 17,070 hours TT, EMS configured, ERA Auxiliary Fuel tank, For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

1996 Bell 430 S/N 49011, R/N: N431UT, 6006 hours TT, EMS configured. Heated bird proof windshield. Pulse light. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

1989 Bell 206 L3 S/N 51328, R/N: 2473 hrs TT, corporate configured, 5 place cabin seating, Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

1982 Bell 206 L3 S/N 51009; 9885 hrs TT, Utility con-figuration, Ground handling wheels, Dual Garmin SL-40 VHF Comm, For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

1981 Bell 206 L3 (L1/C-30P) , S/N: 45694, R/N: C-GWHA, 8054 hours TT, Utility Configured, Facet Scavenge filter, Dual Garmin SL-40 VHF COMM, For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] (07-10)

Enstrom1992 ENSTROM F28F HELICOPTER N669CE 225hp Turbo, 1387TT, Dual Controls, Dual Com’s, VOR/GS. GPS, Transpon-der, Baggage Compartment, excellent Condition Inside & Out. $185,000 USD. Contact: Ken @ 218-820-3780 (07-10)

Eurocopter

2001 Eurocopter EC 120B N488FS. FRESH 24 month/500 hour just completed! Beautiful low-time “Colibri” with just over 1,030 hours total time since new. Engine enrolled 100% on Turbomeca “Support by the Hour” SBH program. Completely loaded with FDC Aero Filter, sand filter, Air Conditioning, Dual Controls, Garmin 430 GPS/COM, Garmin 327 Transponder, Bendix King MFD and much more. Ready for immediate service! Call Today! (615) 452-5001 (07-10)

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 (07-10)

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Hummingbird He l icopter-Order pos i t ions ava i lab le in our next production run. Contac t Ver t ical Aviat ion Technologies, Inc., 407-322-9488, sales@ver t ica l -av iat ion.com, w w w.ver t i ca l -av iat ion.com (07-10)

MD Helicopters

1992, MD520N S/N LN019, TTSN 6850, SMOH 1750, King KY196VHF, King KY76 Transponder, GPS, Interior and Exterior are in good condition, There is no damage. Call Raymond for price, 418-871-0047. Visit www.thabe-taeroplus.ca 0 7 - 1 0

1993 MD520N S/N:LN046; TTSN 6171, King KY196VHF, King KY76 Transponder, GPS, Auto re-ignite, Interior and Exterior are in good condition, Call Raymond for price, 418-871-0047. Visit www.thabetaeroplus.ca 0 7 - 1 0

Robinson

2004 RII - 650 hrs TT. White w/custom Blue & Gold stripes, leather, bubble windows, 2 Bose X’s. Big screen Garmin 500. Full specs & price at www.hrheli.com. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or e-mail [email protected] (07-10)

2009 RII w/AC, 80 hrs TT. Blue metallic Astro paint, tan leather, bubble windows, Bose headsets, Garmin 420 & 330 w/traffic displayed. Part 135 flown & maintained. Will Export or Deliver. Full specs & price at www.hrheli.com. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or e-mail [email protected]. ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

2009 RII w/AC - 75 hrs TT. Yellow & black w/tan leather, bubble windows, Bose headsets, Garmin 420, & AM/FM/CD; full specs & price at hrheli.com. Will Export or Deliver. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or e-mail [email protected]. (07-10)

NEW 2010 RAVEN II, Dark blue blue leather interior, ac bubble win-dows, Garmin 430, vertical compass, 406elt $423000 Contact: Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Bill Cooper, 800-391-2397 (07-10)

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UNDER OFFER! 2007 Eurocopter EC 120 B S/N: 1494 R/N: C-GWTX Corporate / Private Configured 500 hours TT. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, [email protected] ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

1990 BO105 LS, 4750-TT. Eng 1&2 418-TT. Well equipped, executive configuration, new paint ‘06. $750,000. www.tradewindinternational.com Tradewind Int’l: 800-585-7004, 608-756-3632, fax 608-756-2606 ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

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] (07-10)

Hughes1967 TH55 Hughes/Schweizer 269A, Normal category, 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] (12-10)

Hughes 500D, 1982, Ex-Police Helicopter, no damage history, high landing gear, FDC Barrier Filter, RH Pilot, Dual Controls, Auto Relight, Facet Oil Fi lter, Tracor ambulance Kit, Rotor Brake, Fresh annual inspection, packing and shipping world wide avai lable, Asking $295,000. or will accept a 500C in partial trade. Police radios, search light, and FLIR systems available to law enforcement customers only. Contact Michael Shults - EASTERN SHORE HELICOPTERS, INC, Owner - located Labelle, FL USA Tel: 863-885-1292, 863-612-1388 Fax: 863-612-1392 ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

Hughes 269A, N8782F, SN 720107, ACFT MT 1737.7, ACIT TT 8611, M/R Blades 1115.8 hrs remaining, T/R Blades 4499.9 hrs remaining. Engine has 1399 hrs remaining. Includes dual fuel tanks & dual controls. Flown approx. 1 hr since last annual. White w/red trim. Great condi-tion. Make offer. Contact Bill Goff at 828-765-5516 or [email protected] 0 7 - 1 0

OH-6A . It has 3800TT with 90 hrs since overhaul on the T63-A700 engine. New glass, Hooker Har-nesses , good comp. t imes , comp le te l y o r i g i na l OH-6 w i th 190 h r s s i nce p ro fess iona l re s to ra -tion. Not a cut up ex law enforcement OH-6, Fresh annual. $349,000 Cal l Ron 559-930-5355. (07-10)

Hughes 500D, 1982, Ex-Police Helicopter, no damage history, high landing gear, FDC Barrier Filter, RH Pilot, Dual Controls, Auto Relight, Facet Oil Filter, Tracor ambu-lance Kit, Rotor Brake, Fresh annual inspection, packing and shipping world wide available, Asking $295,000. or will accept a 500C in partial trade. Police radios, search light, and FLIR systems available to law enforcement customers only. Contact Michael Shults - EASTERN SHORE HELICOPTERS, INC, Owner - located Labelle, FL USA Tel: 863-885-1292, 863-612-1388 Fax: 863-612-1392 (07-10)

2010 Agusta Grand New S/N: 22173 New Production EMS

1981 Bell 412 S/N: 33036 Silent Auction EMS



1989 Bell 206 L3 S/N: 51328 2,473 hours Corp/Utility

1982 Bell 206 L3 S/N: 51009 9,885 hours Utility

1981 Bell 206 L1/C30P S/N: 45694 8,054 hours Utility

1981 Bell 206 L1 S/N: 45676 6,483 hours Corporate

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R44Sales.com2New and used R44 Raven Is & IIs, Clipper Is & IIs & IFR Trainers. Many new and used listings. Immediate availability. Choose color and options. Full factory warranty. Call Andres Kerllenev-ich 904-342-0630 or visit R44Sales.com for details (07-10)

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.robinson-leasing.com (07-10)

RotorwayROTORWAY HELICOPTER $29,500 FOR SALE TO GOOD HOME Lost his medical. Selling this helicopter all spare parts and a special built trailer it all goes. I am selling this for my friend. This is a Exec /exec 90 it has the exec 90 engine fresh rebuild on the engine because of cylinder failure. tall landing gear, radio, transponder, intercom, cog belt drive. This is a nice flying chopper a good machine to get your license in. 193 hours on the clock. It goes w/a fresh annual inspection Contact Daniel V. Wilkinson Dr Dans Auto Service Inc., Tel 269-207-5350, 269-375-8486 Fax: 269-372-1878 (07-10)

SchweizerFOR SALE: 2008 Schweizer 269C with TT 681.8 Instrument Trainer Asking $290K Pls. call: Ken Thrasher/ Heli-Tech: 850-763-9000 email: [email protected] ( 1 2 - 1 0 )

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. Contact: Blue Hill Helicopters, 781-688-0263. Visit our website for more opportunites: www.bluehillhelicopters.com (07-10)

Sikorsky

1962 Sikorsky S-58T, TTSN 9976, SMOH 14287/13219, SPOH Ask Status, Cargo interior, exterior has been newly painted. Call Raymond for price, 418-871-0047. Visit www.thabetaeroplus.ca 07-10

misc. helicoptersCessna Helicopters, CH-18/YH41, parts surplus, salvage, finders fee, any location. Also Hughes Y0H-6 Tail Rotor gear box, etc. Early Allison T-63 APU Engines 1950s-1960s. Also (Web) Schweitzow B/Hunt Bros. Helicopter. Please contact Dennis Clarcq, 3878 Jones Rd. Cohocton, NY 14826, [email protected], 585-384-5333, Fax: 384-5080 (07-10)

1980 500D in great shape. Good times. • Contact Laurie Sain-don - TEMPEST HELI PARTS INC., Broker Tel: 2505640102, Fax: 250 564 0144 (07-10)

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] (07-10)

enginesUNIVERSAL 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)

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Rolls Royce 250C20B Turbine Section P/N 23038241 O-TSO standard Aero Overhaul Oct 2009 All New wheels Price $80,000 Call 661-268-8070 email: [email protected] (07-10)

Lycoming VO/TVO-435 & 540, many new parts, 50% off! Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-11)

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 (02-11)

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 addition 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 (12-10)

Rolls Royce 250C20B Turbine Section P/N 23038241 O-TSO standard Aero Overhaul Oct 2009 All New wheels Price $80,000 Call 661-268-8070 email: [email protected] (07-10)

equipmentBubble covers, Engine covers, Blade tie-downs, engine plugs & blade covers at Bruce’s Custom Covers, 408-738-3959, [email protected] (01-11)

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] (07-10)

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 (07-10)

Dyna Nav (Dynamic Navigation & Mapping Systems) provides GPS guidance systems for your aircraft. 604-465-0009, [email protected], www.dynanav.com (07-10)

helicopters wantedNeed an IRS Tax Deduction? Donate Your Helicopter to Char-ity, email us: [email protected] (12-10)

insuranceFalcon Insurance is spreading the wings of insurance protec-tion to helicopter owners and operators with the largest inde-pendantly owned insurance specialists in the country. We are dedicated to serving you. www.falconinsurance.com (12-10)

The Right Aviation Insurance Broker makes all the difference in the world. The experience you need to get the job done right. Focused on service. We work for you, not the insurance companies. Jim Gardner & Rick Langley @ J. Smith Lanier & Co. 678 - 639 - 4108, 800-654-7892, x4108 or 4104, [email protected], [email protected]. Your team that can’t be beat. (12-10)

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 (07-10)

Mid-Continent Aircraft Insurance Brokers - Over 61 years Risk Man-agement Experience for Professional Operators. 800-325-0885, e-mail: [email protected] Sharon/Laura (07-10)

misc. aircraft

1976 Cessna 180F 5391 TT, 1367 SFRM, 468 SPOH (2007), KX 125 nav/com, PM 6000 4 pl. intercom, 300 ADF, 359ATransponder, 75 gal fuel, stainless screw kit, steps & handles, recovered seats, useful load 1006, July Annual, Transponder and Altimeter test due 8-10 $63,000 Call Chip or Henry at 478-788-3491 www.loweaviation.com (07-10)


1988 A36 Bonanza. 3,683 TT, 493 SMOH on 300 hp IO-550 (STC for 2,000 hr TBO). All ADs up to date and complied with, NDH, KFC200 autopilot w/ flight director, Dual Garmin GNS430W (WAAS upgraded), panel mounted Garmin 696, XM weather and radio, stormscope, Garmin GMA340 audio panel, Garmin GTX 327 transponder, 6 place ICS with 2 panel power Bose headeset jacks, dual PTT switches, electric trim, factory air conditioning, JL Osborne tip tanks (20 gallons each, gross weight increase STC included), GAMIs, JPI EDM700, leather seats, executive writing table, Rosen visors, custom cover by Bruce’s Custom Covers. Maintenance done by Bob Ripley, an ABS advisor. $265,000 / trade for later model 58 Baron. 478-256-2048. See this aircraft at http://www.agairupdate.com/N4HF

miscellaneous

Doctor’s Orders: A pilot’s vacation home with a pilot discount! St. George Island, Florida. Directly on private beach with expansive views of the Gulf of Mexico, three levels of covered furnished decks. Spacious open living/dining/kitchen area. Five bedrooms including two master suites and four baths, multiple TVs/DVDs/VCRs/wireless Internet. Occupancy 12, beds: three kings, four twins, one queen sleeper sofa. Under-house concrete parking, 15’ x 30’ pool (heated for a fee), enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower, fish cleaning area, park-style grill. Paved 3339’ airport on island (F47) a quarter mile from the house. Ask for “pilot’s discount” Major discounts for Spring and Fall! Visit www.resortvacationproperties.com for photos, 877.272.8206. The Helicopter Newspaper “Endorsed”. (07-10)

The 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 Bifold Doors, at bifold.com or 800-746-8273 (12-10)

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 Estates, Public water and septic sewer, Five miles from Crystal River, Florida, Covenant exclusive neighborhood, 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. $94,900. David A. Eiland, Realtor, Realty Select Phone 352-563-5313, Fax 888-834-9437, Email: [email protected], Web-site: www.citruscountyland.com (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 (12-10)

partsFuel cell repair or replacement for all makes & models–FAA approved commercial crash resistant construction, flexible bladder nitrile rubber construction, all construction TSO-C80 certified, 2-year warranty. Contact Floats & Fuel Cells at 901-842-7110, www.ffcfuelcells.com (12-10)

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] (07-10)

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Parting out Bell 212 and 206 Fuselages, many parts avail-able. Please phone or Fax your requests. CHS, Mike Duck, Phone: 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, E-mail: [email protected] (07-10)

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 and for the 206 P/N 2062200-101. Call Pablo at HeliBlade, Inc. 530-365-1278 (04-11)

Bell 206L-4 New Low Skid kit for sale. Will trade for float kit for L-4. 631-588-2780. (07-10)

Bell 206B Tail Rotor Gear Box as removed. P/N 206-040-400-13 outright. 631-588-2780. (07-10)

NEW Tail Rotor Blades for UH-1H–FAA STC/PMA SR02051LA, Carbon Fiber construction, 2400 hr service life, competi-tive pricing. Van Horn Aviation LLC, 480-483-4202, www.vanhornaviation.com (12-10)

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] (12-10)

Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, accessory parts for just about everything. Big discounts! 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-11)

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 (02-11)

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 (02-11)

Hughes parts. We have some new Hughes parts at big dis-counts. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-11)

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.preferre-dairparts.com (02-11)

Eurocopter parts. We have purchased several inventories 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 (02-11)

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 (02-11)

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 (02-11)

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 (04-11)

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 (07-10)

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] (07-10)

RR 250-C20B complete compressor 0.00 TSO new wheels. $45,000.00 USD exchange. Call 631-588-2780. (07-10)

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 Avia-tion, Ask for Tom 610-268-2048 Fax 610-268-0342 (07-10)

UH-1 Vertical Fin Spar Kits. Pac West Helicopters is an approved Distributor for the Global Helicopter Technology STC approved Vertical Fin Spar replacement 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 nec-essary, order your kit and install it at your shop, or arrange for us to install it at your location. For sales and scheduling con-tact Tel/530-241-2402 “e” [email protected] (07-10)

servicesFloats & 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 (12-10)

Support the helicopter industry...Become a member of HAI! Call 800-435-4976 or 703-683-4646, Email [email protected], or visit www.rotor.com (tfn)

WEST FLORIDA HELICOPTERS 30 years of service to the Helicopter Industry: Authorized sales dealer for Sikorsky Global Helicopters/ Light Helicopter Program. Details at OFFICE 727-823-5200 or FAX 727-823-5484. Visit our website at: www.wfhelicopters.com (07-10)

Bell Helicopter Importations and Exports, Pre Buy Inspec-tions, as well as Helicopter Appraisals. . Contact: CHS. Mike Duck, Phone: 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, E-mail: [email protected] (07-10)

CHS - your complete Bell Helicopter Repair and Overhaul Facility, supporting only Bell Helicopter Products from Component Overhauls to Major Inspections. CHS puts qual-ity first. CHS #9-5225 216th Street Langley, B.C. V2Y 2N3 www.helistructures.com Transport Canada AMO#.137-96 and EASA.145.7112 604-533-1148 Fax: 604-533-1517 [email protected] (07-10)

Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Component Overhauls. 205/212/412/206B/L Series and 407. Quality Services, Com-petitive 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] 07-10

Specializing in Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Tailboom 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] 07-10

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] (07-10)

Rotor blade repairs by HeliBlade, Inc. a FAA Repair Station. Contact Pablo Martinez at 530-365-1278 (04-11)

Component Overhauls & Part Sales, FAA,CRS, Agusta, Bell, Eurocopter, & MD Approved CSF, Acclaimed Quality Service, Competitive pricing, Discount on Parts, Dedicated Friendly Customer Service. Contact Tom Sullivan at Sterling Helicopter. 215-271-2510 Fax 215-788-7319, E-mail: [email protected] (07-10)

Export / Import, Pre-Buys & Transport ANYWHERE! Aircraft Recovery. Contact Tom Sullivan at Sterling Helicopter 215-271-2510 Fax 215-788-7319 E-mail: [email protected] (07-10)

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 (07-10)


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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] (03-11)

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 (07-10)

vehicles2008 Chevrolet Kodiak Crewcab 4500, Duramax Diesel with Allison transmission, 25700 miles, Air ride seat, Cruise control, 3000 Watt Power Invertor, 800 gallon aluminum Jet Fuel tank, Velcon filter with electric pump and 75 foot hose, USFS Interagency approved. 3 large storage boxes. $79,000 Scott Dunn Telephone: 541-944-9987 Fax: 541-535-6990 ( 0 7 - 1 0 )

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Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Sarasota and Lakeland. Come fly with us - we offer training & tours. Authorized Robinson sales & service. Call: Sarasota: 941-335-1258 or Lakeland: 941-355-1259 (07-10)

BLUE 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! (07-10)

wantedParts 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.heli-copterparts.net [email protected] (07-10)

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] (0 8 -10)

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