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night vision, EMS, external hook), and a 24-hour contact. You will have the opportunity to provide and update this critical information through this website. Participation in the First Responder program is optional. Even if you participate in the program, you can refuse to respond to any request for help. HAI encourages First Responder program participants to consider the seriousness of this effort and its potential impact for benefiting emergency victims. Also, HAI makes no guarantee that program participants will be reimbursed, timely or otherwise, for their services. First-time users HAI members: Enter your e-mail address of record with HAI, and your assigned web password. If you do not know your web password, use the “Forgot your password?” feature. If you are unsure of your HAI member e-mail address, contact the First Responder team at FirstResponder@rotor.com, or call 1 (703) 683-4646. Using your HAI e-mail address saves you time because much of the registration form will be pre-populated with your membership information on file. Non-members: Use the “New? Click here” link to start the registration process. HAI will not have information on you, so please take your time to complete the form. The information you provide is secure. Only authorized parties, such as designated government agencies, will be able to search the database. Even the operators who participate in the First Responder program cannot search or view others’ records. There is no fee to join or participate in the First Responder program. Participants may opt in or out of the First Responder program anytime. The importance of keeping aircraft information current cannot be overemphasized. Questions about the First Responder program can be sent to FirstResponder@ rotor.com, or call 1 (703) 683-4646.

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calendar of events February 2010 February 2-7 Singapore International Air Show 2010, Singapore, www.singaporeairshow.com February 21-23 Heli-Expo 2010, Houston, TX, www.heliexpo.com

March 2010 March TBA PAMA 2010 Aviation Maintenance & Management Symposium, www.pama.org

April 14-15 Defense IT 2010, London, UK, www.shephard.co.uk April 20-22 AIAA Infotech & Aerospace, Atlanta, GA www.aiaa.org April 21-22 Search and Rescue 2010, Aberdeen, Scotland, UK, www.shephard.co.uk April 25-30 MTLI, Wheeling, WV, www.aams.org

May 2010

March 10-12 HeliMex 2010, Toluca, Mexico, www.mbaeexpo.com

May TBA CBAA Convention, Calgary, Canada, www.cbaa.ca

March 16-17 Aerial Fire Fighting Conference & Exhibition, Vancouver, Canada, www.tangentlink.com

May 2-5 Fire Rescue Med, Las Vegas, NV, www.iafc.org

March 20-22 HeliRussia, Moscow, Russia, www.helirussia.ru March 22-24 CHC Safety and Quality Summit, Vancouver, British Columbia, www.chcsafetyqualitysummit.com March 23-24 Air Power Middle East, Doha, Qatar, www.shephard.co.uk/ events/58/air-power-middleeast-2010 March 24-25 Wildland Urban Interface, Reno, NV, www.oafc.org March 30-31 Military Air Assets Exhibition & Conference, Jacksonville, FL, http://maasec.com

April 2010 April TBA MRO North America, www.aviationweek.com April 11-13 HAC, Quebec City, QC, Canada, www.h-a-c.ca April 13-18 Sun-n-Fun, Lakeland, FL, www.sun-n-fun.org April 14-17 AAAA Annual Convention, Ft. Worth, TX www.quad-a.org 4 thehelicopternewspaper.com

June 25-27 Aero Expo UK, Wycombe Air Park, www.expo.aero/london June 29-30 UV Europe, Brussels, Belgium, www. shephard.co.uk/events/55/ uv-europe-2010/

July 2010 July 14-17 ALEA 2010, Tucson, AZ, www.alea.org July 19-25 Farnborough International, UK, www.farnborough.com July 26-August 1 EAA Airventure, Oshkosh, WI, www. airventure.org

August 2010

May 4-6 EBACE, Geneva, Switzerland, www.ebace.aero

August 2-5 AIAA Guidance Navigation & Control, Toronto, Canada, www.aiaa.org

May 18-20 ITEC, Brussels, Belgium, www.itec.co.uk

August 25-29 Fire Rescue Int’l, Dallas, TX, www.iafc.org

May 25-27 Helitech Brasil, Sao Paulo, Brasil, www.helitechevents.com May 25-27 Heli-Pacific/UV Pacific 2010, Queensland Australia, www.shephard.co.uk May 28-30 Europe’s Festival of Aviation, Prague, www.expo.aero/prague May 31-June 2 St. Petersburg Int’l Conference on Intergrated Navigation Systems, St. Petersburg, Russia, www.aiaa.org

June 2010 June 8-13 ILA, Berlin, Germany, www.ila-berlin.com June 17-18 Air Power, London, UK, www.shephard.co.uk June 14-18 Eurosatory, Paris, France, www.eurosatory.com

September 2010 September 13-15 AIAA Aviation Technical Intergration & Operations Conference, Ft. Worth, TX, www.aiaa.org

October 2010 October 11-13 AMTC, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, www.aams.org October 5-7 Helitech Portugal, Airport Cascais, Portugal, www.helitecheurope.com October 19-21 AFCEA Infotech, Dayton, OH, www.dwafcea.org October 24 Wings, Wheels, Rotors & Expo 2010, Los Alamitos, CA, www.WWRExpo.net

November 2010 November TBA Aerial Fire Fighting Conference & Exhibition, Spain, www.tangentlink.com

November 1-3 AHS International Meeting on Advanced Rotorcraft Technology and Safety Operations (Heli Japan), Ohmiya, Japan, www.vtol.org November 15-19 Dubai Helishow 2010, Dubai, www.dubaiairshow.org

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

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

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

May 2011 May 1-6 MTLI, Wheeling, WV, www.aams.org May 17-19 EBACE, Geneva, Switzerland, www.ebace.aero May 24-27 AIRMED World Congress, Brighton, England, www.aams.org May 30-June 1 St. Petersburg Int’l Conference on Intergrated Navigation Systems, St. Petersburg, Russia, www.aiaa.org VoluMe 11, FeBRuARY 2010 This edition mailed on: January 25, 2010

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Call for nominations - NATA Industry Excellence Awards ALEXANDRIA, VA - The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) announces a call for nominations to acknowledge the individuals, offices, and organizations demonstrating excellence in their field and the highest level of customer service to the general aviation community. Each year, NATA presents seven awards to the exceptional individuals and companies that have helped to improve the general aviation community. The recipients of five of these awards are chosen based upon NATA member-submitted nominations. These awards cover five categories:

The Airport Executive Partnership Award recognizes an airport manager for outstanding efforts to nurture the relationships between aviation businesses and airport operators. The Aviation Journalism Award identifies a journalist, writer, or publication that excels in consumer education or editorial support that is beneficial to the general aviation industry. The Excellence In Pilot Training Award recognizes an individual or organization that has made outstanding contributions in safety, professionalism, leadership, and excellence in the field of pilot training. The FAA Customer Service

HAI announces recipient of the 2010 Pilot of the Year Award HAI is pleased to announce the 2010 Pilot of the Year Award recipient, Earl S Palmer; Chief Pilot, Hillcrest Aircraft Company, Lewiston, Idaho. Earl S Palmer’s versatility and quest for professional excellence has been evident in a career spanning nearly 50 years. In 1962 Palmer enlisted in the U.S. Army as a Caribou mechanic, and after flight training was assigned to the 118th Assault Helicopter Company in Bien Hoa, Vietnam, where he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for participation in a night re-supply of a besieged outpost under heavy enemy fire. Following active service, Palmer taught pilots to fly the venerable Bell “Huey.” After leaving the military, Palmer worked in Colorado in a variety of helicopter operations, including building microwave repeaters at 13,000 feet, and the early development of helicopter seismic work in the Western United States. He was also involved in rescuing a group of teenage girls stranded in a blizzard. In 1975 Palmer joined the Bureau of Land Management at the Idaho Interagency Fire

Center, and in 1977 moved to the USDA Forest Service as a helicopter specialist, working to re-introduce large helicopters to fire operations. Palmer was instrumental in developing equipment and procedures for night heli-torch operations. From 1989 to 1992, Palmer served as Regional Aviation Officer in Portland, Oregon. In 1998 he joined Hillcrest Aircraft Company in Lewiston, Idaho, becoming Chief Pilot in 2001. Palmer holds an Airline Transport Pilot license with SD-3 rating, Airplane Single and Multi-Engine Land, Airplane Single Engine Sea, and Airplane and Helicopter Flight Instructor certifications. He also holds an A&P license with Inspection Authorization. Palmer has logged 13,000 hours of helicopter, and 3,000 hours of airplane flight time. Throughout his aviation career, Palmer has continually mentored new, young, and old pilots. His outstanding devotion to duty, his technical skills, and mature judgment embody the qualities that the Pilot of the Year Award was designed to recognize.

Excellence Award recognizes a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) facility or facility staff member who represents the highest degree of customer service and elevates the quality of interaction between the FAA and aircraft maintenance and repair facilities, Part 135 certificate holders, airport service organizations, and flight schools. The ATP/NATA General Aviation Service Technician Award acknowledges the exceptional performance of a licensed airframe and power plant mechanic or radio repairman who has practiced his or her craft for a period of 20 or more years. Last year’s winners were: _. Airport Executive Partnership Award - Gary Schmidt, director of reliever airports, Metropolitan Airports Commission, Minneapolis, MN _. Aviation Journalism Award William Garvey, editor, Business  & Commercial Aviation

_. Excellence In Pilot Training Award - William Griggs, Sr. president, AFI Flight Training Center _. FAA Customer Service Excellence Award - DuPage Flight Standards District Office ATP/NATA General Aviation Service Technician Award - Jimmy P. Ray, Million Air - Salt Lake City All nominations for these five awards must be received by NATA no later than February 26, 2010. The complete nomination package is available by calling the NATA headquarters at 800808-6282 or by e-mailing Celeste Clark at cclark@nata.aero. The awards will be distributed during the 2010 NATA Day on the Hill and Spring Committee Meetings to be held in the Washington, DC area from April 20-22, 2010 as well as the 2010 NATA Air Charter Summit to be held in Chantilly, VA from June 7-9, 2010.     

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ntsb reports CEN10FA019 DATE: Wed., October 14, 2009 LOCATION: Tahlequah, OK Aircraft: Robinson R22 BETA, Injuries: 2 Fatal. On October 14, 2009, approximately 0435 CDT, a Robinson R22 Beta was destroyed when it impacted terrain near Tahlequah, Oklahoma. A post impact fire ensued. The pilot and his passenger were fatally injured. The flight departed a private residence approximately 0430 and was en route to Tahlequah Municipal Airport (KTQH), Tahlequah, Oklahoma. According to local law enforcement, the pilot intended to fly to KTQH to meet a friend. The helicopter never arrived and the friend departed the airport without reporting the overdue helicopter. Family members filed a missing persons report on the passenger on the afternoon of the 15th and the wreckage was located from the air the morning of the 16th. The helicopter impacted an open field, adjacent to a small stream on a magnetic heading of 105 degrees and a field elevation of 800 feet mean sea level (msl), one mile southeast of the departure location. Debris was scattered for approximately 220 feet. The main wreckage consisted of the main rotor blades, the mast and transmission, the fuselage, engine, and tail boom assembly.

Eurocopter EC-120B helicopter impacted terrain en route from San Domingo to San Jose de Ocoa. The pilot, and two passengers, received fatal injuries.

On October 19, 2009, about 1515 EDT, a McDonnell Douglas 369E helicopter was landed hard at the Fairfield County Airport (FDW), Winnsboro, South Carolina. The helicopter was substantially damaged and the WPR10TA025 CFI and pilot-rated student were DATE: Friday, October 16, 2009 not injured. The flight originated LOCATION: Los Alamitos, CA from FDW about 5 minutes Aircraft: MD 500N before the accident. Injuries: 2 Uninjured. The CFI stated that they were The CFI and the pilot he was conducting training maneuvers at instructing were practicing FDW and briefed the procedures emergency procedures, in to perform in the event of an particular, power recovery anti-torque failure while in a autorotations. At 700 feet agl, hover. They initiated a hover and the CFI rolled the throttle off (idle) prepared to perform a simulation and entered the autorotation. At of stuck right anti-torque pedal. 50 feet agl he rolled the throttle He stated they performed the on late, realized the ground procedure and landed the was rapidly approaching, and helicopter which then became decided to perform a running airborne again and started landing. The pilot reported that yawing to the right very rapidly. he inadvertently applied partial He resumed the control of the throttle, which did not allow helicopter and rolled the throttle the engine to regain full power. to idle which slowed the yawing With the throttle positioned motion. The helicopter landed at 25 percent, the rotor rpm hard and rolled onto its left side. decayed, and when the helicopter The student, who is rotorcraft contacted the ground, a rotor rated, stated that they had blade dipped down and struck initially departed from the South the tail boom. The pilot stated Carolina Law Enforcement that the helicopter and engine Division (SLED) headquarters had no mechanical failures or and flew to FDW where malfunctions during the flight. they performed 2 hovering The NTSB determines the autorotations. They then hover probable cause(s) of this accident taxied to an area where they as follows: planned to perform stuck pedal The flight instructor’s delayed procedures while in a hover. He remedial action during the relinquished the controls to the instructional autorotative landing, CFI who first briefed him on the which resulted in a failure to proper recovery procedures. The CEN10WA016 maintain an adequate rotor rpm CFI initiated the procedure and DATE: Thursday, October 15, to avoid a hard landing. he began the corrective action 2009 LOCATION: San Jose De procedures with the CFI following Ocoa, Dominican Republic ERA10LA023 through on the flight controls. The Aircraft: Eurocopter EC120B DATE: Monday, October 19, 2009 helicopter landed, then began Injuries: 3 Fatal. LOCATION: Winnsboro, SC an uncommanded right yaw and On October 15, 2009, about Aircraft: MD 369E became airborne. The CFI took 2035 UTC, a single-engine Injuries: 2 Uninjured. the controls and the student 6 thehelicopternewspaper.com

confirmed the CFI’s account that the helicopter landed hard and rolled onto its left side. WPR10CA028 DATE: Thurs., October 22, 2009 LOCATION: Marana, AZ Aircraft: Eurocopter AS 350 B3 Injuries: 2 Uninjured. During a practice hovering autorotation the helicopter impacted terrain, which resulted in substantial damage to the tailboom. The left seat check pilot who was giving instruction to the right seat pilot, reported that a clear, flat area had been identified for hovering autorotation practice. After being briefed by the check pilot, the right seat pilot brought [the] helicopter up to a 3 to 5 foot hover. The check pilot stated, “I reminded the pilot that he would retard the throttle. [The] aircraft drifted up to less than 10 feet, [and] before I could correct the altitude deviation the [right seat] pilot aggressively retarded the throttle. The aircraft was allowed to settle to approximately 4 feet before the collective pull was initiated, but I was unable to sufficiently arrest the descent.” An examination of the helicopter by a Federal Aviation Administration airworthiness inspector revealed that the tailboom had been wrinkled as a result of impact with terrain. WPR10LA029 DATE: Thurs., October 22, 2009 LOCATION: Blythe, CA Aircraft: AGUSTA A119 Injuries: 5 Uninjured. On October 22, 2009, about 2030 PDT, an Agusta A119 helicopter sustained substantial damage following a loss of power and subsequent forced landing near Blythe, California. The pilot,

a flight nurse, two flight medics and the sole patient were not injured. Initial reports indicated the pilot reported that while in cruise flight, at an unknown altitude, rotor rpm began to decay. Attempts by the pilot to restore rotor rpm were unsuccessful, which prompted the pilot to perform an autorotation in the dark night conditions. The helicopter subsequently “landed hard”, which resulted in the tail boom being separated from the helicopter. There was no postcrash fire and all five occupants exited the helicopter without injury. The helicopter will be recovered to a secured location for further examination.

passenger were fatally injured. WPR10CA042 DATE: Saturday, October 31, 2009 LOCATION: Marsing, ID Aircraft: Robinson R22 BETA Injuries: 2 Uninjured. The flight instructor reported that during a flight review, the pilot being reviewed was performing a pinnacle approach to landing at a selected site between 3,500 feet to 4,000 feet mean sea level. During the approach, the helicopter was descending at

a rate of about 400 feet per minute and a forward speed of 30 knots. The pilot stated that the helicopter was passing through translational lift and that it seemed like it was taking more power. The flight instructor called for a go-around due to the indicated airspeed and the high sink rate. The instructor stated, “Upon initiating the go-around we experienced lack of power, decreased rotor rpm, and an increased sink rate.” Both occupants reported that

they pulled their collectives up to cushion the landing, however the touchdown was hard. The helicopter tipped forward onto its nose and rolled onto its left side. The landing skids were spread and bent, the main rotor blades remained attached, but were bent, and the tail boom was bent. The flight instructor reported that there were no mechanical anomalies with the helicopter prior to the accident.

ERA10CA039 DATE: Saturday, October 24, 2009 LOCATION: Scranton, SC Aircraft: Robinson R22 BETA Injuries: 1 Uninjured. The helicopter pilot stated that he had just completed the first leg of a three-stop cross country flight. After landing, he hovertaxied toward the runway and performed a left pedal turn to observe the windsock. The pilot lost control of the helicopter, the tail rotor struck an embankment parallel to the runway, “which resulted in a 180-degree spin to the left and dynamic rollover.” The helicopter came to rest on its left side, and incurred substantial damage to the fuselage, tail boom, and rotor blades. The pilot reported there were no mechanical malfunctions with the helicopter prior to the accident. He further stated that the accident could have been avoided by performance of the clearing turn farther from the embankment. ERA10WA060 DATE: Monday, October 26, 2009 LOCATION: Verona, Italy Aircraft: Robinson R22B Injuries: 2 Fatal. On October 26, 2009, at 1300 UTC, a Robinson R22B helicopter was substantially damaged when it impacted water in Lake Garda, near Verona, Italy. The pilot and a February 2010

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

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Aviation insurance market update for 2010 Is the soft market cycle starting and total losses continue to press to show evidence of having run its the break-even mark on most risk course? Prior to July 2005 there categories. were nine underwriting companies According to this executive, there that offered primary aviation has historically been a defining hull and liability insurance. In event that jolted the industry, July 2009 there were 20 major starting an upward price spiral. companies offering private and Under the triggering event theory, commercial aviation insurance to the change can come suddenly various market segments with a and with little warning. This is few others participating in quota never pleasant and can result in share, surplus lines and excess significant rate increases with no liability markets. Rates have gone relief from other markets because from historic highs to historic lows they, too, are raising rates. It will on virtually every type aviation risk also bring stricter underwriting over this four-year period. Have requirements, particularly on pilot they bottomed out? The year 2010 qualifications and aircraft uses. may prove to be pivotal. What was perfectly acceptable There were many in the industry last week will suddenly become who predicted the soft market verboten. This always creates would end in mid 2009. However, frustration and hard feelings as a worse than expected economy the broker instantly goes from hero and the struggles of the financial to heel. industry may have delayed that, While some brokers and but for how long? underwriters look for that “defining One prominent and respected event” to trigger a sudden aviation insurance broker offered hard market, others feel we will his opinion on the state of the transition into it. As the economy insurance industry, trends and the improves and financial markets likely effect on the insurance buyer. stabilize, they look for a return to “We still have an oversupply pricing and underwriting stability of product (insurance) chasing a as a key indicator that the soft shrinking demand, which drives market has turned the corner. down prices first and then tends to The first indication of pricing loosen underwriting requirements, stability may have already all in the name of market share. come during 2009 when some Veteran insurance buyers have companies began offering renewal seen it before. But for a new-toterms “as expiring,” choosing to the-market buyer, especially one lose business rather than chase running an aviation business it further below profitable levels. where insurance is one of the They’ve made exceptions only for largest overhead items, creating their long term and most desirable business plans and cash flow clients with the best loss ratios. projections based on current They feel they cannot afford to pricing levels can be catastrophic.” sell insurance below cost and that His opinion echo’s that of most those that continue to do so won’t insurance executives—the industry last long. cannot sustain the current pricing The evidence they are correct levels indefinitely. Supporting came this past fall when two evidence is not hard to find. For markets (one in the light aircraft many risk categories, the average and low liability general aviation cost of each loss is increasing market and one that focused 8 thehelicopternewspaper.com

on turbine aircraft) made the decision to terminate their aviation underwriting activity. These two companies had been setting the market with low rates the past twelve months. A second indicator may be that aircraft prices appear to have bottomed out. There are bargains to be had and qualified buyers are looking. Unfortunately it appears that many potential sales are still falling through due to tight financial markets. Last year banks were conspicuously absent at the trade shows. It will be interesting to see if they return this year. The recent negotiations with the airline industry are another indicator of rates beginning to rise. While all the statistics are not available, indicators are that many airlines faced increased rates due to higher than normal airline industry losses. What do airline rates have to do with helicopters and the rest of general aviation? Because of the miniscule size of the aviation insurance industry compared to the rest of the property and casualty insurance world, we share in the same pool of available re-insurance dollars. What affects the airlines affects the rest of general aviation. Insurance underwriters are also reporting that their rates for commercial operators are going up. Critical care air ambulance and EMS operators are leading the way. The cost to settle both hull and liability claims have been climbing. Loss rates of the past couple of years have reached an unacceptable level to the point that underwriters are ignoring competitive pressure. The good news is that the remainder of the industry appears to be flat. The brightest spot in the helicopter industry may be municipal helicopters. State and

Local government operations, including law enforcement, continue to be viewed as the safest risk in the helicopter category attracting stiff competition. Rates appear to be from 30% to 50% below those of two years ago. Better operational funding, better maintenance, better training, more qualified pilots, tighter operational controls and newer equipment are cited as some of the reasons this is the most competitive segment of the market. In addition, sovereign immunity of government agencies, which limits the liability exposure of the insurance companies, mitigates the growing cost of liability losses found in the commercial segment. While most underwriters see rates as having bottomed out, at least one sees a potential for a modest rate reduction for the most desirable operators. Whether you believe in the “big bang” theory or take a more pragmatic approach, the coming year will be very interesting as the aviation insurance marketplace exhibits all the ingredients for a shakeout. Rates appear to have fallen to unacceptable levels. The re-insurance money that supports the aviation insurance industry appears to have tightened, forcing at least two underwriting companies out of the primary aviation insurance market. With a still anemic economy, many industry experts are predicting more to follow as well as some industry consolidation. The result could be higher premiums with more restrictive underwriting requirements. The best thing an insurance buyer can do is to enjoy the low rates and agreeable underwriters while they last, but understand and be prepared for the change in the marketplace that is inevitable.

thn tid-bits Still holding a paper certificate? Deadline looms for replacement

It you are one of the pilots who has not yet traded in your old paper certificate for an updated, tamperproof version, you have until March 31 to make the change. After that date, you will be ineligible to exercise your privileges with a paper certificate. When you do make the change, you can also replace your social security number with a new pilot certificate number, which is recommended for personal identity security. The fee for making the swap is $2, and you can order your new certificate on line. To replace your airmen certificate online, go to www. faa.gov/licenses_certificates/ airmen_certification/certificate_ replacement/. According to the site, it takes about two weeks for the FAA to process and mail the new certificate, so don’t wait until the last minute.

market for light helicopters. When China experienced the Sichuan earthquake back in 2008, officials realized they had no way for emergency rescue workers to reach inaccessible areas of the country. The lack of helicopters present in the country was blamed. But when another quake hit a few months later in Japan, the quick helicopter response helped keep casualties to a minimum, which convinced Chinese officials to increase their available fleet of helicopters. The goal is to raise the present number of civilian helicopters from about 180 to 2,000 by the end of 2010 and upwards of 10,000 by 2020. To achieve this, Beijing has built a new helicopter factory and research facility in the northern city of Tianjin.

Wanting to take advantage of the sudden boom in the market, AgustaWestland has entered into a joint venture with Jiangxi Changhe Aviation Industries Corp. to build the A109E light twin-engine helicopter. Over Christmas, EADS delivered its first Eurocopter to China, indicating the country’s strong intent to follow through with their plans to enlarge their helicopter fleet. Sikorsky has also been working in China over the past few years.

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Question: I was told the other day by my flight school that the paper pilot certificate I have held for more than 30 years will be invalid for use soon. They say I need to upgrade to a plastic certificate. Is this true?

Answer: Yes. Recent changes to Federal Aviation Regulation 61.19(g) state that the holder of a paper pilot certificate issued under Part 61 may not exercise the privileges of that certificate after March 31, 2010. Airmen must request and be issued a plastic airmen certificate from the FAA, either online or by mailing in the proper form. There is a $2 charge for each certificate issued. This regulation does not apply to student pilot certificates or temporary certificates. The $2 fee is waived if at the same time you request your Social Security number be removed as your certificate number. aopa.org

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Have you soloed in a helicopter at least 20 years ago? If so, then you should consider joining Twirly Birds. Founded in 1945, Twirly Birds is a non-profit organization of individual helicopter pilots formed for the purpose of aviation fellowship and the common bond of vertical flight. For more information, the Twirly Birds website is www.twirlybirds.org

FAA launches new website

The FAA has launched a new Safety Management System (SMS) Web site tailored to each unique sector of aviation. It offers “how to” guidance and resources for industry and FAA employees to better manage safety risks. For more information, please visit: www.faa.gov/about/initiatives/sms

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airworthiness directives DATES: This AD becomes effective January 20, 2010. We must receive comments on this AD by February 19, 2010.

AD 2010-01-03 Airworthiness Directives; Fire Fighting Enterprises Limited SAIB: NM-10-12 Portable Halon 1211 Fire This SAIB advises registered Extinguishers as Installed on owners and operators of the Various Transport Airplanes, transmission of incorrect Small Airplanes, and Rotorcraft information from the Honeywell SUMMARY: We are adopting a NZ-2000 Primus Epic Flight new airworthiness directive (AD) Management System (FMS) for the products listed above. software having part number This AD results from mandatory (P/N) VAR9XX, VAR10XX, or continuing airworthiness VAR11XX and installed on information (MCAI) originated Hawker Beechcraft Corporation by an aviation authority of (Type Certificate Previously Held another country to identify and by Raytheon Aircraft Company) correct an unsafe condition on Model 4000 airplanes, an aviation product. The MCAI Gulfstream Aerospace describes the unsafe condition Corporation Model G-IV, GIV-X, as: The Civil Aviation Authority and GV-SP airplanes, Agusta of the United Kingdom (UK) AW-139 helicopters, and Cessna has informed EASA [European Aircraft Company Model 680 Aviation Safety Agency] airplanes. that significant quantities of Background: During an Halon 1211 gas, determined RNAV approach an airplane to be outside the required programmed with NZ-2000 specification, have been FMS software (version 5.2), flew supplied to the aviation industry the WATTS THREE ARRIVAL for use in fire extinguishing (RNAV) Standard Terminal equipment. Arrival Route (STAR). A different This Halon 1211 has runway was selected in the subsequently been used to FMS during the STAR, and fill certain FFE [Fire Fighting resulted in the FMS navigating Enterprises] portable cabin the airplane toward the initial and toilet compartment fire STAR waypoint instead of the extinguishers that are now likely next sequential STAR waypoint. to be installed in or carried on As a result of this incident, board aircraft. Honeywell International Inc. The contaminated nature of issued Service Information this gas, when used against Letter, D200909000044, dated a fire, may provide reduced October 15, 2009, to provide fire suppression, endangering operators with guidelines for the safety of the aircraft and flight plan modifications made its occupants. In addition, on the ARRIVAL page, including extinguisher activation may a destination runway change. lead to release of toxic fumes, This SAIB addresses the Primus possibly causing injury to Epic FMS because its software aircraft occupants. was a derivative of the NZ-2000 This AD requires actions that FMS software. At this time, the are intended to address the airworthiness concern is not unsafe condition described in an unsafe condition that would the MCAI. warrant airworthiness directive 10 thehelicopternewspaper.com

(AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR) part 39. Recommendations: The FAA recommends that all owners and operators of Model 4000 airplanes, Model G-IV, GIV-X, and GV-SP airplanes, Agusta AW-139 helicopters, and Model 680 airplanes with NZ-2000 Primus Epic Flight Management System software ensure their flight crews are familiar with the procedures outlined in Honeywell Service Information Letter, D200909000044, dated October 15, 2009. SAIB: SW-08-03R1 Introduction: As a continued emphasis item regarding loss of engine power resulting from snow or ice ingestion on turboshaft powered rotorcraft, we are revising and reissuing this SAIB and are urging you to follow our recommendations. This SAIB alerts you, owners and operators of turboshaft powered rotorcraft, of the possibility of inflight engine loss of power, due to the ingestion of ice and snow. Accumulation of ice and snow can occur in the area of the airframe engine inlet while the rotorcraft is on the ground or in the air. Background: We have determined that ingested ice and snow accumulation in the airframe engine inlet can cause the engine to lose power. This has resulted in accidents and fatalities. Snow and ice can build up in the engine intakes and plenums when the rotorcraft is on the ground with the engine(s) not operating or are operating at a low power setting for extended periods. When a pilot increases engine power during takeoff, the accumulated snow and ice can separate from the airframe

inlet surface and be ingested into the engine, resulting in decreased power or complete engine failure. Some of the early turboshaft engines with axial inlets are particularly susceptible to loss of power due to ice and snow ingestion. Ground Operations: On the ground with the engine(s) operating at a low power setting, ice and snow can accumulate on the airframe cowl forward of the inlet, on the inlet lip, and inside the inlet. Under extreme conditions, usually when the rotorcraft is on the ground waiting for clear weather, the buildup of ice and snow can be enough to cause the engine(s) to lose power or fail completely if the ice or snow is ingested. On the ground with the engine(s) not operating, proper use of inlet inserts (pillows) or inlet covers can eliminate the accumulation of snow, but these measures cannot fully guarantee that ice will not form in the inlet. Ice can also develop in the inlet area when water seeps into the inlet from rain or snow melting on a warm cowling, even when proper inlet protection is used. Inflight Operations: Some rotorcraft require a snow protection kit for the airframe engine inlet in order to successfully operate in falling and blowing snow. Operation in snow without the kit is prohibited and can be especially risky when hovering in snow and then transitioning to takeoff when weather conditions clear. Snow may accumulate on or in the engine inlet area during hover, and then be dislodged and ingested into the inlet during takeoff. Pilots should not believe they have escaped the danger

• CAUTION: DO NOT remove 4/2007 article: Helicopter ice or snow by chipping or Operations: The Icing Factor; scraping! Use heated air or Available at: http://www.tc.gc. deicing fluid as appropriate, ca/civilaviation/publications/ in accordance with the tp185/4-07/winter-operations. manufacturer’s procedures. htm#heli-ops In freezing temperatures, pay If it is necessary to keep the particular attention to sheet rotorcraft on the ground for an ice on the bottom and forward extended period (i.e., waiting of the inlet. This ice can also for clear weather), you should form behind particle separators. shutdown the engine(s). Prior to Engine preheating may be takeoff, you should accomplish required. a detailed preflight inspection, • Review Transport Canada removing any snow/ice buildAviation Safety Letter Issue 1 19/01/2010 up. 16:17 YouPage should perform the HELICOPTER_NEWSPAPER_241.3x311_15_v2_Layout 1

inspection even if the rotorcraft is fitted with some form of inlet protection, such as screens or baffles. For further information, contact Matthew Rigsby, Continued Operational Safety (COS), FAA Rotorcraft Directorate, Safety Management Group (ASW112), Fort Worth, Texas 761930110; phone 817-222-5125; fax 817-222-5961; email: matthew. rigsby@faa.gov.

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following successful hover in snow with an unprotected inlet. If possible, land the aircraft immediately after the hover and thoroughly inspect the engine inlet prior to takeoff. If terrain will not allow an immediate safe landing, transition to takeoff as smoothly as possible when the weather clears with minimum application of engine power. Land and inspect the inlet area as soon as practical. Most rotorcraft are NOT approved for flight in known icing (FIKI) conditions. For rotorcraft not approved for FIKI conditions, a pilot can expect icing any time when operating in visible moisture, such as fog, rain, or clouds, when the temperature is below 5°C [41°F]. Pilots should be aware that icing is possible in these ambient conditions and should immediately leave the area of visible moisture or change to a warmer altitude. Recommendations: We highly recommend and strongly urge you to perform the following: • Review the aircraft Flight Manual for Limitations and Operations guidance in falling/ blowing snow and/or icing. Many aircraft are prohibited from operating in known icing and/or falling and blowing snow. • Perform basic airmanship and preflight by evaluating current and predicted weather briefings from the area Flight Service Station. Recommended web sites include: Icing tool: http://weather.aero/icing, HEMS flight tool: http:// weather.aero/hems • When the aircraft is on the ground without the engines operating, install inlet and exhaust inserts or covers. • Prior to engine start, remove the inlet/exhaust inserts or covers and perform a complete inlet/exhaust inspection (using a flashlight). The inspection should include surfaces inside the inlet, the cowl area forward and around the inlet, and the area behind the particle separator or screen (if installed). Remove all accumulated snow or ice.

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by Sam Miller www.AircraftCostAnalysis.com

Review your billing system to ensure a profit There are many ways to charge for aviation services. Some billing methods combine different types of charges to determine the final bill. Some possibilities include: $/ 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, $/Flying Hour fuel surcharge, etc. Charges may differ depending on the type terrain, weather, day, night, or other special conditions. These charging examples might apply

to charters, air ambulance, sightseeing tours, fire fighting, agricultural operators, etc. The type operation usually determines the conventional method of billing. Regardless of the billing method used, the end result must produce revenue greater than expenses in order to stay in business. Does the way you charge produce a profit? Making a profit requires the total billings to be greater than all the fixed expenses plus the variable expenses created by the hourly operation of the aircraft. How do you evaluate your billing system? Accurately evaluating your billing system requires determining what billing system produces the ROI

(Return On Investment) you seek to achieve. Calculating your ROI requires projecting cash flow from the time you purchased the aircraft through the time you sell the aircraft. Discussion of this method requires using a computer financial model and will be deferred to a future article. To get you started on evaluating your billing system, I suggest the old fashion way; use paper and pencil to perform the steps below. Review your expenses over the last several years for each aircraft you operate. Review each extraordinary expense separately and prorate the total expense so that it makes sense to project an annual fixed or variable hourly expense amount as appropriate. Determine a total annual fixed expense and variable hourly expense for projection purposes. Review your revenue over the same time period. Determine the average revenue per hour for the total number of hours flown during the time period reviewed. The number of hours flown should include flying hours due to maintenance trips, test flights, training, positioning, etc. The hours flown when no revenue was collected should be included in the total hours flown because you pay

when the aircraft is flown for any reason. Add the total annual fixed and variable expenses (for the annual hourly utilization) to determine the total annual expenses. Divide the total annual expenses by the annual hours flown to calculate your average cost per hour. Compare your average revenue per hour to your average cost per hour. Hopefully, the average hourly revenue is greater than the average hourly cost. Now you have a quick picture of the net on an hourly basis. To improve your profit, you should cost out each job. Determine which jobs produce profits and which jobs produce losses. At the completion of each job, divide the revenue received by the hours flown. If the revenue per hour collected is not greater than your average cost per hour then you need to evaluate the billing system for your services. By immediately costing out each job, you will quickly determine a profitable billing system. AircraftCostAnalysis can be used to determine the after-tax ROI that was mentioned earlier. See www.AircraftCostAnalysis.com for the details.

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Taking it back to TX Helicopter Association Internaitonal’s It’s always a good idea to keep up annual Heli-Expo Convention will be with the latest tends in technology so held February 21-23 in Houston, Texas that your company isn’t left behind. at the George R. Brown Convention There’s no better place to get a crash Center. After a successful convention course in the latest and greatest in the last year in Anaheim, California, Heli- industry than Heli-Expo! Expo returns to Houston with even Throughout the pages of this Special more in store exhibitors and attendees Guide to Heli-Expo, you will find key of the trade show. pieces of information you will need I’m sure many new products will to know about HAI’s upcoming be introduced during the three-day convention and trade show. There’s convention. I can only imagine all the an exhibitor list with an exhibit hall companies in attendance working to floor plan to help you decide who and be involved in the positive growth the where to be during the tradeshow helicopter industry is experiencing on pages 18-19. You’ll also read as a decade gets started. Several about different events taking place by companies are introducing new reviewing the schedule. Final UTP-0905-Ad color 11/13/09 Of2:18 PMThe Page 1 products and will have2them available course Helicopter to view and/or for demonstration. Newspaper will have its booth,

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number 2805. We hope you’ll stop by and visit with us. There is one last thought that I’d like to leave with you and have every year in this editorial. If you attend Heli-Expo with an open mind, you can easily

offset the cost of attending by learning new and better ways to do things. Plan your days so that you see as much as you can. See you in Houston in February!

ISOLAIR gears up for new year

ISOLAIR Incorporated is gearing up for another busy season and is excited to offer several new products. ISOLAIR has teamed up with Enstrom Helicopters to develop the ISOLAIR 3900-480 and 3900-280 Spray Systems. These systems were designed to complement the Enstrom 280 & 480 helicopter family. They are ideal for application of any liquid

pesticide, herbicide, or insecticide. Both systems feature user-oriented innovations and quality USA manufacturing that make ISOLAIR the preferred system for pilots and applications managers. Other projects in the works include Spray Systems for the 300 Schweizer and the R-44 and Firefighting Systems for the Bell 214B.

The portable videoscope Lower cost, superior reliability and ease of use. Sound unbelievable for a videoscope? Not when it’s a PVS unit from Borescopes-R-Us. “Our customers are asking us to continually deliver savings without sacrificing quality or features,” said Sales Team Representative Shayne Gallo. The next generation of portable videoscope, the PVRS model, now offers image capture with the use of a SD card. The PVRS videoscope allows users to easily perform and document visual inspections in hard to reach areas. It’s lightweight, handheld design means that it can be carried anywhere, providing solutions when and where you need them, while allowing you to offer more services and increase productivity. This new product, with two-way articulation, is available in 4mm, 6mm and 8mm diameters. The

rechargeable battery pack allows for up to eight hours of inspections. “In this tough economy we find that inspection professionals are looking for the most cost-effective videoscope that offers the most capabilities. Our line of portable videoscopes offers them a solution that fits most any budget,” said Gallo. The 4mm Videoscopes and Borescopes are designed for the inspection of diverse engine models including Pratt & Whitney, Turbomeca and many others. Visit www. Borescopesrus.com to view all three models of this portable videoscope. About Borescopes-R-Us: In 1981, we fabricated small optical components. The Borescopes & Accessories Repair Facility was established in 1985, answering the need for a U.S. Service and Repair facility that would

centralize repair and overhaul of Borescopes and accessories in one location. The concept worked well and eventually the manufacturing of our own line of fiberscopes, incorporating the best features available, became the next level in our growth. As videoscopes replaced fiberscopes for larger engine applications in the late 90’s, we focused on small engine requirements. We produced a line of economical fiberscopes and videoscopes at smaller diameters,

with the features required in small engine applications. Our videoscope line now includes a full range of small and large diameter units. The economies of off-shore production and warehousing has allowed us to establish factories and joint ventures for the manufacture and distribution of our product lines. These savings are passed on to our customers without a sacrifice in quality or service. We take pride in our motto, “Large enough to compete, small enough to care”. Visit us at HAI Booth #2816

Van Horn Aviation offers aftermarket 206 tail rotor blade TEMPE, AZ – Van Horn Aviation (VHA) recently announced availability of an all-new composite aftermarket tail rotor blade for the 206 light utility helicopter. Currently STC’d for the 206B3 series helicopter, the VHA blade incorporates several

performance and maintenance-related enhancements and offers a 5,000-hour retirement life, which is double the life of the OEM blade. “Our 206 tail rotor blade

incorporates an advanced NASA-developed airfoil, and a shaped tip,” said VHA president James Van Horn. “The combination of the thinner airfoil and shaped tip result in a significant noise reduction.” The VHA 206 tail rotor blade features a carbon fiber skin, titanium root fitting, electroformed nickel abrasion strip, and stainless steel bearings. VHA also offers a composite tail rotor blade for the UH-1 Huey. For more information, call 1-480-483-4202 or visit www. vanhornaviation.com.

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DynaNav comments on service support At DynaNav, we fully understand the importance of service support; it is the primary reason why we provide service directly to our end user clients. This action prevents any delay in response time and, you are also talking directly with the team that designs and manufactures the product. We are able to do this as a result of modern technology that allows us to look at your DynaFlight system through an internet connection in real time anywhere in the world and immediately address whatever your issue is. This is crucial if you are in your operating season and have a very expensive helicopter ready to go to work and you experience a GPS challenge.

To emphasize our focus on service support and the importance of “uptime”, to our clients, our standard warranty support is three years. The standard in competitive technologies similar to ours is one year. This is the level of confidence that we have in our products and the level of comfort that we provide our clients throughout their operating seasons. Full details of our service support including our “ServicePak” programs can be found at www.dynanav.com To this we have recently added a Blog site that adds another dimension to our service support programs. Here you will find a new video that we have produced that provides a

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brief overview of our company and products. It is also the area where comments, suggestions and ideas can be expressed and discussed. We would appreciate if you could take a look and participate at: www. dynanavblog.com We listen very carefully to suggestions and ideas that come from our clients and this year we are pleased to introduce a new piece of technology that will be a “plug and go” option that can be added to any DynaFlight systems currently operating. The DynaView is touch screen technology that allows the pilot to

review his job in detail. As it has broad processing power we will be adding many other features to this technology over time and as determined by input from the market place and specifically Pilots and Operators. We look forward to working with you in the coming year.

Preferred Airparts, international suppliers Preferred Airparts is known worldwide as a supplier of new surplus aircraft parts. But did you know that their discounts range from 25 to 85% off manufacturers list price? And their 95% same-day shipment rate is helpful to many helicopter and fixed-wing operators. A team of nearly 60 people buy and sell, worldwide, from Preferred’s Kidron, Ohio base. The present stock includes 200,000 part numbers and over 8,000,000 parts of new inventory. According to Dale Miller, Marketing Manager, the percentage of parts that have 8130’s is increasing all the time. And, he says, “Our commitment to ‘doing what we say’ has been a big factor in the company’s success.” Preferred has been purchasing large inventories of new and overhauled parts and consumables for Bell, Eurocopter, and Sikorsky. Miller reports, “This along with our previous stock now makes Preferred

a good option as a vendor for rotor wing operators.” He adds, “We also have a growing stock of turbine engine parts including PT6A, Allison/ Rolls Royce 250, Turbomeca and Lycoming in addition to our VO/TVO435 and 540 piston engine parts. And we have parts for a wide range of airframe and engine accessories.” Preferred Airparts web site, www. preferredairparts.com, includes a search feature. Persons can enter a part number and know immediately if it is in stock. They then contact the Sales Department for a quote. Preferred may be reached at 800-433-0814 (U.S. and Canada); 330-698-0280 Int’l and local; and FAX 330-698-3164. Email is sales2@ preferredairparts.com. Mailing address is: Preferred Airparts, LLC, P.O. Box 12, 11234 Hackett Road, Kidron, OH 44636 USA. Persons with inventories to sell should contact Gene Hembree, Buyer, gene@ preferredairparts.com

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Show Guide Index Advertiser Page Number Action Aircraft 20 Bag-a-Door 22 Borescopes-R-Us 15 DynaNav 16 Heli-Tech 20 Helicomb International 23 HelicopterBuyer 21 HW Farren Aircraft Transport 22 Isolair 14 Jim Gardner-Aviation Insurance 24 Machida Borescopes 21 Preferred Airparts 17 Simplex Manufacturing 17 Tradewind International 20 THE HELICOPTER NEWSPAPER Universal Turbine Parts 14 Van Horn Aviation 15 18

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Wednesday, February 17 Aircraft Fly-In & Installation 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

2816 2317 4147 3749, 46-47, 49 4438 1801 2108

Thursday, February 18 Aircraft Fly-In & Installation 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Exhibitor Move-In 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Exhibitor Registration 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Thursday Exhibitor Registration is for advanced registration only.

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Friday, February 19 Exhibitor Move-In 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Exhibitor Registration 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, February 20 Exhibitor Move-In 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Exhibitor Registration 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Exhibit arrival deadline is 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 20. All exhibits must be fully assembled and operational by 4:30 p.m., Saturday, February 20. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 HAI Safety Symposium 8:00–10:00 a.m. George R. Brown Convention Center HAI’s Annual Welcome Reception 7:00–8:30 p.m. Hilton Americas

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l events HAI’s Board of Directors welcomes you to Houston and to HELI-EXPO 2010! SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Exhibitor Registration 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. HAI’s Annual Membership Meeting and Breakfast 8:00–9:30 a.m. George R. Brown Convention Center (Breakfast @ 8:00, Meeting @ 8:30) Be informed about the activities of your Association. Voting 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Regular HAI Members — Voting

opens at 9:30 a.m. immediately following the Annual Membership Meeting & Breakfast. You may also cast your ballot, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., at other posted locations. Voting will be open until 3:30 p.m. on Sunday only! Exhibit Hours 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. HAI Job Fair 1:00–5:30 p.m. George R. Brown Convention Center MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22 Exhibitor Registration 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Exhibit Hours 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

HAI’s “Salute to Excellence” Awards Banquet 8:00–11:30 p.m. Hilton Americas A ticket for the Awards Banquet is included with each Full Registration or can be purchased separately on a space available basis – online, fax, mail, or on site. Seating reservations must be made before noon, Monday, February 22

After 4:00 p.m. Aircraft Fly-Out 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Exhibitor Registration 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Exhibit Hours 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Dismantle & Move-Out

Thursday, February 25 Dismantle & Move-Out 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday, February 24 Aircraft Fly-Out 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. All aircraft must leave no later than 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Wednesday, February 24th. Dismantle & Move-Out 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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Action Aircraft has an excellent year RR-250 overhaul and repair Parts • Sales FAA CRS #A9UR626J EASA Certificate #EASA.145.5481 Specializing in Rolls Royce 250 Series Engines

Action Aircraft offers complete overhaul and repair services for Rolls-Royce A250 series engines and modules. Our main shop is centrally located in Dallas, Texas and is FAA and EASA certified. We are affiliated with sales and service facilities in Mexico City

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Hablamos Español Dallas Shop: 10570 Olympic Dr. • Dallas, TX 75220 Toll Free: 800-909-7616 • Ph: 214-351-1284 Fax: 214-351-1286 • www.actionaircraft.com email: mary@actionaircraft.com Mexico City: Ph: 52-55-2235-1516 • Fax: 52-55-2235-1515 email: support@actionaircraft.com.mx

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and the United Kingdom. Our technical support and sales staff have many years of experience with the repair, overhaul and troubleshooting with Rolls-Royce engines–we are available for assistance to you all day, any day. We maintain an extensive inventory of piece parts and accessories, as well as exchange and rental modules to keep you flying on time. Same day shipments and AOG services are available both domestically and internationally. We are proud to announce that 2009 was an excellent year for our company in spite of the worldwide economic downturn, thanks to our wonderful and loyal customers! Visit our website for complete information about our company. We look forward to visiting with you at Heli-Expo 2010.

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Large Inventory of parts Outright Sales and Exchange Components • Instruments • Accessories Bell • MDHC • AEC • Schweizer Rolls Royce • Lycoming Check our web page for a complete listing We buy helicopters and inventories • We need parts, components and inventories • Looking to purchase light turbine helicopters • We also buy helicopters that are in disrepair MASTERCARD/VISA Toll Free 800-585-7004 USA & Canada Only. TEL: USA 1+608-756-3632 FAX: USA 1+608-756-2606 email: info@tradewindinternational.com web: http://www.helicopterparts.net

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New product announcement from Machida Machida, Inc., a market leader in flexible borescope technology, is proud to introduce the latest addition to their innovative line of videoscope accessories. The Machida Video Processor, model 7-6060, is for use with the industry’s smallest outer

diameter Videoscope, model VSC-3-140-NP. It offers all of the traditional benefits of the 7-5050 series, but in a smaller, more durable Pelican Case. The portable, compact unit offers a 10.4” LCD panel and keyboard encased in 13”x12”x6” container

weighing approximately 16 pounds. Standard features include gain control, brightness control, S-Video output, controlled pure white long life LED light, portable image archiving, programmable settings, picture-in-picture freeze, image enhancement, RCA input for LCD panel, and a SD card for image storage. For more information, please contact Machida.

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Downtown Houston hotels The Hilton Americas Hotel will be the headquarter hotel for HELIEXPO 2010. There are also 17 other hotels to choose from that offer discounted HELI-EXPO rates along with various amenities. You must make your reservation(s) through Connections Housing to receive the discounted rates. Connections Housing is the official “Housing & Reservations Coordinator” for HELI-EXPO 2010. As the official housing agency for HELI-EXPO 2010, you will never be asked for a deposit; the only financial requirement is credit card information or a check to guarantee your reservation. If you need any assistance please call or email us at 1-877-254-HELI (4354), 404842-0000, or HELI-EXPOHousing@ ConnectionsHousing.com. Please be aware of any other companies or services that imply or claim affiliation with HAI.

Reservations made through any other agency cannot be guaranteed by HAI and could result in additional charges, incorrect hotel placement, or inflated room rates for exhibitors or attendees. 1. Alden Houston Hotel 2. Courtyard by Marriott Houston Downtown 3. Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown 4. Doubletree Hotel Houston Downtown 5. Four Seasons Hotel Downtown 6. Hilton Americas Hotel 7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 8. Hotel Icon 9. Hyatt Regency Houston 10. Inn at the Ballpark–Luxury Hotel by Landry’s 11. The Lancaster 12. Magnolia Hotel 13. Residence Inn by Marriott Houston Downtown

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The business of transporting helicopters A request to move a sailplane launched a well established trucking company into the business of aircraft and airframe transport more than twenty years ago. Now, H.W. Farren Trucking and Rigging is the recognized leader in helicopter transport. Originally founded in 1959, The H.W. Farren Trucking and Rigging Company was purchased by Frank Antonucci and his son, Phil, in the 1970s, and was incorporated in March, 1981. Glenn Wargo joined Farren in 1989 after working for an air cargo and major airline. It was Wargo’s sailplane that was the first aircraft transport challenge. This was quickly followed by a request from a helicopter owner to help to retrieve a helicopter that taxied off the runway and into a ditch. The operator, Bogie Bilyk, then recommended Farren’s services to three more clients, including Keystone Helicopter. After transporting aircraft for these clients, the opportunity came for to transport

SH-70 Seahawks for export. The Antonucci family and Wargo designed and modified a trailer to specifically transport the Blackhawk, Seahawk, and S-76 helicopters. “In addition, we developed a cradle system that reduced the height of the S-76 helicopter,” explained Wargo. “It also resulted in reducing costs for Sikorsky and making safer transport.” This trailer is still in service today and has been modified to transport the Agusta Westland AW-139 with special wheel cradles designed by Wargo with the approval of Agusta Aerospace Corp. Continuing success also meant continuing new clients for Farren. The company soon came under contract to transport the BoeingSikorsky RAH-66 helicopters to and from their venues and test areas. That responsibility was handled from 1995 thru 2005 with zero incidents. Phil Antonucci and Wargo received certificates of appreciation from the Comanche program manager and the AAAA for this service.

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Based on this design, Farren was requested to help design a trailer to transport the new Sikorsky S-92 helicopter to be produced in Stratford, Connecticut. They assisted with the design and, to date, have transported 124 S-92 and H-92/ Cyclone helicopters on this one-of-akind trailer. Farren is now fabricating two additional trailers for overseas use. The trailer and a technician were sent to the Paris Air show in 1999 along with a specially modified trailer with the Comanche helicopter. In 1997, Farren received an award from Sikorsky for their efforts in support of the S-92 program. In 2006 Phil Antonucci received an award for excellence in logistic support from Sikorsky Aircraft. “We have created specialized slings designed and approved by Sikorsky, Agusta Westland, and also utilized these for an aerial transport of an S-92 in Indonesia,” Wargo said. “We have recently fabricated new Conestoga trailers for the transport of Blackhawk helicopters in support of Sikorsky Aircraft’s Blackhawk mission.” The trailers have also been utilized to transport aircraft for the US Army. In 2009 the company received a Platinum rating from L-3 Communications JOG for support of USSOCOM activities. “Our latest success has been the transport of the Agusta

Westland Prototype AW-139 helicopter for Icing Trials 2008 and 2009,” Wargo said. One of their trailers was modified for this task with reinforced cradles designed specifically to safely and efficiently transport the aircraft to Duluth, Fairbanks, Fairbanks to Muskegon, and again this year back to Fairbanks. “We successfully transported the entire Agusta X-Operations Team and all its support equipment and, most notably, the aircraft.” With regards to heavy services, Farren relocated the Agusta Westland AW-139 assembly line from one location in Philadelphia to their new location at Philadelphia North East Airport. Farren and Agusta received a safety award for the relocation from the SC&RA for accomplishing this with zero incidents. “We have also relocated the Pratt & Whitney Seals line from Connecticut to Poland and the Sikorsky International Blackhawk assembly line to Poland,” Wargo said. “We are constantly looking to design ways to safely and efficiently transport aircraft, engines, and support equipment to any part of the world.”

2010 course offerings

HELI-EXPO 2010, please call HAI at 703-683-4646 or visit our Web site at www.rotor.com

Safety Courses Safety Management Course: February 18-20 Emergency Response 101: February 18 GO Plan Workshop: February 19

Cancellations and Substitutions The registration fee is nonrefundable; however, substitutions are welcome at any time. If you are unable to attend and cannot find a substitution, you may contact HFI to arrange for a credit to be used towards a future HFI course. HFI reserves the right to cancel any course and return registration fees in the event of insufficient registration, instructor illness, or national emergency. The liability of HFI and its participating contractors, sponsors, and service providers is limited to the registration fee.

Pilot Courses Pilot Human Factors: Threat and Error Management: February 18–20 Flight Instructor Refresher Course: February 19–20 Helicopter Pilot Refresher Course: February 19 Single-Pilot Cockpit Resource Management: February 19 Mountain Flying Ground School: February 19 Instrument Flight Rules Refresher: February 20 Flying in the Wire & Obstruction Environment: February 20 Shallow Water Egress Training: February 20 Maintenance Courses Human Factors in Maintenance

Workshop I: February 17–18 Human Factors in Maintenance Workshop II: February 19 Regulatory Compliance 101: Airworthiness and Maintenance Issues: February 19 Maintenance Safety Management Systems: February 20 Recordkeeping and Regulatory Compliance: February 20 Helicopter Maintenance Management: February 17–20 Management Courses Helicopter Operator Management: February 16–21 Safety Management for Leaders: February 20 Community Relations: February 19 Advanced Helicopter Operator Management: February 24-26 Defining Direct Operating Costs: February 24-25 How to Register Registrants should click on the course(s) above for easy online registration or complete the Course

Registration Form to enroll by mail or fax. Mail: HFI, 1635 Prince Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; Fax: 703-683-2922. You may take advantage of early registration discounts by registering on or before January 8, 2010. Enrollment is limited and will be accepted in order of receipt by HFI. A confirmation email will be sent to you once your seat is confirmed. All registrations must be received by February 12, 2010. After this date, you may register onsite, if space is available. Certificates of Completion Upon completion of each course, participants will receive a certificate of completion suitable for framing. Complimentary One-Day Pass to HELI-EXPO 2010 All course participants will receive a one-day pass to HELI-EXPO 2010 for each course attended. For further information regarding

Questions If you have any questions or would like more information on HFI’s Education Series, please contact John Fried, the Manager of Education Programs, at HFI headquarters by phone at 703-302-8444 or via email at education@rotor.com.

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Working for you, earning your trust every day Jim Gardner has spent 37 years in the aviation business. He started his aviation insurance career in 2003 after a distinguished 30-year military and commercial aviation career serving as pilot and aviation operational manger. He is an accomplished commercial pilot who has logged over 14,000 hours in a variety of military, commercial and general aviation aircraft. His pilot certificate includes both single and multi-engine airline transport ratings as well as holding a Flight Engineer certificate. Jim is an experienced aviation manager. While flying worldwide airlift missions as a C141 aircraft commander, he also served as both a training and safety officer. As an Air Operations Officer he planned, coordinated and commanded large-scale airlift operations, creating full-scale airport operations

at isolated airfields around the world in support of United States military and political objectives. These operations included aircraft and crew operations, aircraft maintenance, air and ground cargo operations and passenger service. Jim is a retired Lt. Colonel for the Air Force Reserves as well as Captain for US Airways. Jim has immersed himself in the general aviation industry as a member of the AIA, NATA, NBAA and GBAA. He has taken on leadership roles as a member of the AIA (Aviation Insurance Association) Education Committee, the NATA Safety & Security Committee and the Business Management Committee. He writes a monthly aviation insurance article entitled, “The Anatomy of Aviation Insurance” that appears in The Helicopter Newspaper.

His aviation insurance articles also appear regularly in several NATA publications as well as other aviation industry publications. “The right broker can make all the difference in the world.” –Jim Gardner Does your broker have the right stuff? The right broker has nothing to do with size of the brokerage firm. It has everything to do with the quality of the risk and having your advocate properly represent you to the full spectrum of markets available in the world. Having the knowledge, experience and understanding of your aviation business as it applies to aviation insurance and risk management is essential to this process. It is also about helping you understand your aviation insurance and identifying coverage that can protect you against catastrophes without breaking the bank. It is not

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Manufacturer/Model: AgustaWestland AW119Ke (Koala Enhanced) Total production (all variants): >140 Comments: Fast cruise speed with large multi-purpose cabin. Engine(s): (1) Pratt & Whitney PT6B-37A HP (takeoff) 1002 shp/747 kw Dimensions: main rotorâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;35.53 ft/10.83 m Tail rotor: 6.36 ft/1.94 m Height: 12.73 ft/3.77 m Length: 42.70 ft/13.02 m (rotors turning) Width: 5.28 ft/1.6 m (M/R blade at 45 degrees) Empty weight: 3,208 lbs/1,455 kg Max gross weight (internal): 6,283 lb/2,850 kg (ext) 6,945 lb/3,150 kg Useful load: (internal) 3,075 lbs/1,395 kg (external) 3,737 lbs/1,695 kg, Vne: 152 kts/281 kmh Max cruise: 139 kts/257 kmh Max rate of climb: 1,789 fpm/9.1 ms HIGE: 11,400 ft/3,475 m HOGE: 7,600 ft/2,316 m Service ceiling: 15,000 ft/4,572 m S/E service ceiling N/A Std fuel: 160 gal/605 lit Max fuel: 230 gal/870 lit Max range std fuel (no reserve): 374 nm/692 km Max range aux fuel (no reserve): 547 nm/1,013 km VFR Crew: 1 Pilot Passengers 7

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Manufacturer/Model: MD Helicopters, Inc. MD 530F Total production (all variants): 145 First flight 1982 Comments: Hot day/high altitude version of Model 500 Series incorporates all features of 500E plus larger rotors, high gross weight. Engine(s): (1) Rolls-Royce 250-C30 HP (takeoff) 650 shp Dimensions: main rotor 27.4 ft/8.3 m Tail rotor: 4.8 ft/1.5 m Height: 9.2 ft/2.8 m Length: 32.6 ft/9.8 m Width 6.3 ft/1.9 m Empty weight: 1,591 lbs/722 kg Gross weight: 3,100 lbs/1,406 kg Useful load: 1,509 lbs/684 kg External: 2,159 lbs/979 kg Vne: 175 mph/282 kmh Max cruise: 154 mph/248 kmh Max rate of climb: 2,069 fpm/10.5 m/sec HIGE: 16,000 ft/4,877 m HOGE: 14,400 ft/4,389 m Service ceiling: 18,700 ft/5,700 m Std fuel: 64 gal/242 lit Max fuel: 102 gal/386 lit Max range std fuel (no reserve): 232 mi/430 km Range with opt fuel: 370 st mi/685 km VFR: Crew 1 Passengers 4

Manufacturer/Model: Enstrom F28F-P Sentinel (police) Total production (all variants): 13 First flight 1987 Comments: Includes 24 volt electrical system, annunciator warning panel, night, map, position, anti-collision & landing lights and numerous police options furnished upon request. Engine(s): Lycoming H10-360-F1AD w/turbo HP (takeoff) 225 shp Dimensions: main rotor: 32 ft/9.75 m Tail rotor: 4.7 ft/1.43 m Height: 9 ft/2.74 m Length: 29.3 ft/8.9 m Width: 7.3 ft/2.23 m Empty weight: 1,640 lbs/744 kg Gross weight: 2,600 lbs/1,180 kg Useful load: 960 lbs/435 kg External: 1,000 lbs/454 kg Vne: 97 kts/180 kmh (SL to 915 m) Max cruise: 100 kts/185 kg Max rate of climb: 1,450 fpm/442 mpm HIGE: 13,200 ft/4,023 m 7,700 ft/2,347 m @ 2,600 lbs HOGE: 8,700 ft/2,652 m @ 2,350 lbs Service ceiling: 12,000 ft/3,658 (max. op. alt.) S/E service ceiling N/A Std fuel: 40 gal/159 lit Max fuel: 53 gal/201 lit Max range: std fuel (no reserve) 229 nm/424 km VFR: Crew 1 Passengers 2

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Manufacturer/Model: Schweizer 300CB/CBi Total production (all variants): 270 First flight 1993/2001 Comments: 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 shp Dimensions: main rotor: 26.83 ft/8.18 m Tail rotor: 4.25 ft/1.30 m Height: 8.72 ft/2.66 m Length: 30.83 ft/9.4 m Width: 6.54 ft/1.99 m Empty weight: 1,088 lbs/493.5 kg Gross weight: 1,750 lbs/794 kg Useful 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 mps HIGE: 7,000 ft/2,133 m HOGE: 4,800 ft/1,463 m (@ 1600 lbs) Service ceiling: 10,000 S/E, service ceiling N/A Std 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/A VFR: Crew 1 Passengers 1-2

Manufacturer/Model: Bell Helicopter 412EP Total Production (all variants): 800+ Comments: Proven, versatile utility helicopter with Category “A” certification, excellent hothigh performance, and single and dual pilot IFR. Engines: Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6T-3D HP (Takeoff): 1,800 SHP/1,342 kw Dimensions: Main Rotor: 46 ft/14 m, Tail Rotor: 8.6 ft/2.6 m Height: 14.9 ft/4.5 m Length: 56.2 ft/17.1 m Width: 9.5 ft/2.9 m Empty Weight: 6,903 lb/3,131 kg Max Gross Weight Std: 11,900 lb/5,398 kg Max Gross Weight Alt: n/a Useful Load: Std 4,997 lb/2,267 kg Useful Load Alt: n/a External: 4,500 lb/2,041 kg Vne: 140 kn/ 259 km/h Max Cruise: 122 kn/ 223 km/h Max Rate of Climb: 1,780 fpm 9 mps HIGE: 10,200 ft/3110 m HOGE: 5,200 ft/1,585 m Service Ceiling: 16,300 ft/4,970 m S/E Service Ceiling: 7,600 ft/2,316 m Std Fuel: 330.5 gal/1,251 L Max Fuel: 494.5 gal/1,872 L IFR Crew: 1 or 2 VFR Crew: 1 Passengers 14

Manufacturer/Model: Eurocopter EC 130B4 Total production (all variants): 183 Engine(s): Arriel 2B1 (takeoff) 847 shp ea. Dimensions: main rotor: 35.07 ft/10.69 m Tail rotor: 9.97 ft/3.04 m Height: 11.84 ft/3.61 m Length: 41.47 ft/12.64 m Width: 8.95 ft/2.73 m Empty weight: 3,034 lbs/1,376 kg Gross weight: 5,351 lbs/2,427 kg Useful internal load: 2,316 lbs/1,051 kg External: 2,557 lbs/1,160 kg Vne: 155 kts/287 kmh Max cruise: 130 kts/240 kmh Max rate of climb: 1,770 fpm/9.0 ms HIGE: 10,165 ft/3,100 m HOGE: 8,325 ft/2,535 m Service ceiling: 15,655 ft/4,770 m Std fuel: 143 gal/540 lit Max fuel: 193 gal/590 lit Max range std fuel (no reserve): 329 nm/610 km VFR Crew: 1 Passengers 7

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1993 American Eurocopter Twinstar AS355F2, Serial #5481, N355AV, 860 TT, S/N CAE841007, very low time, one owner, corporate helicopter. Owned and operated by the original buyer. Flown and maintained regularly since new. It has not been in storage, crash rebuilt, or used as a parts ship; just consistent small amounts of corporate usage year after year. No major damage history. For more information, Pollard Aircraft Sales, 817-626-7000 or www.pollard-aircraft.com

For sale, Bell 206L-1C30P, N10761, SN45381. Total Time, 25,600 hrs. New paint and good component times. The helicopter has been operated in the Las Vegas area doing FAR 135 flightseeing. For Sale or Long Term Lease. Please contact Lash Larew, lash@rainierheli.com, 425-8258411, for more detailed information

2006 RII w/AC - 675 hrs TT. Metallic Astro paint, leather seats, bubble windows, 2 Bose headsets. Attitude & Heading Indicators, King Radio #1 & Garmin 420 GPS/Radio #2, Garmin 330 Transponder w/Traffic Display. Flown and maintained on Part 135. Export, Shipping & Delivery Services Available. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or email hrheli@hrheli.com

1983 AS-365N Dauphin VIP S/N: 6080, 3400 TT, Fresh Airframe Major Overhaul Contact: marc.mongeau@orange.fr, Ph: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550

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

1986 Eurocopter AS350BA, SN 1904, HP-100M, 4650 TT, Asking $795,000 USD. For more information, Pollard Aircraft Sales, 817-626-7000 or www.pollard-aircraft.com

Bargain Lease Rates Available 2001 Agusta 109E Power, S/N 11115. 975 TTAF, Engines on ESP Gold, Collins Proline Avionics, Single Pilot IFR, Skywatch TCAS, Trimble GPS, Aux Fuel, “Silent” Soundproofing, Baggage Extender, Float Provisions, Contact Rick Smith, 615.361.3781, rsmith@ baliaircraft.com for Details.

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1990 Bell-412-SP, C-FCCK, S/N 36009, complete refurb., 0 timed engines & Cbox (3B’s), new paint & interior, all maintenance inspections completed, Sperry Autopilot, KMD-540 MFD with RDR-81 Radar, KLN-90-B, KRA-405, KTR-908’s, KXP-756, KNR-634, KDF806’s, KN-63, Wire strike kit, Low skid gear, Alpine Exhaust deflector’s, rotor brake, Long line equipment now installed, pop out float kit and floats available. Price drastically reduced for serious buyers! CofA for exports available. Contact Brad Emsland for more details. Westcan Aircraft 250-554-4202 or 250-376-1119 Fax parts@westcanaircraft.com, www.westcanaircraft.com

1982 Bell 206B III, S/N: 3621, N407RV, 19900 TT, AC, AH, DG, TC, Garmin 150XL, sliding rear door, good times remaining! Free transition training! Ready for Immediate Delivery! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestigehelicopters.com 02-10

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2001 Agusta 109E Power, S/N 11115. 975 TTAF, Engines on ESP Gold, Collins Proline Avionics, Single Pilot IFR, Skywatch TCAS, Trimble GPS, Aux Fuel, “Silent” Soundproofing, Baggage Extender, Float Provisions, Contact Rick Smith, 615.361.3781, rsmith@ baliaircraft.com for Details. 03-10

2001 Agusta 109E Power SN 11129, HB-ZDT. VIP configuration. 1,252 hours. One private owner. Located Switzerland. Exceptional. €2,250,000. Full details at www.loudounaviation.com. Contact Peter LeonardMorgan, Loudoun Aviation, Inc, +1 (540) 751-9543. plm@loudounaviation.com 02-10

2009 Bell 206 L4, S/N: 52405, R/N: N391SB, “Green” Standard Configuration, For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, mclancy@helicopterbuyer.com 02-10

1981 Bell 206 L1, S/N: 45676, R/N: N811SP, 6,483 hrs TT, Corporate / Private Configuration. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, mclancy@helicopterbuyer.com (02-10)

This is a totally refurbished Bell UH-1H Plus.This was the show helicopter on display at the HAI in Anaheim California last March displayed as the Purple Heart themed helicopter. It is show quality in everyway and is one of the finest UH-1Hs in the world. It looks like a new helicopter. Certified in Restricted Category under the Northwest TC, it is upgraded with the -703 engine, BLR strake and Fast Fin, AFS barrier filter, High skids, bubble door, 212 42 gearbox and more. All components and engine are overhauled to zero time. Painted in spectacular Violet, Black, and Silver metallic colors. Northwest Helicopters is a Bell approved CSF. Come and see us and you will see the difference. Contact sales@nwhelicopters.com, call 360-754-7200 or for more information see our website at www.nwhelicopters.com 03-10

1994 A109C SPIFR 5645 T, Utility Config with Many Optionals, Contact: marc.mongeau@orange.fr, tel: +33-608-786-373, fax: +33-153-016-550 02-10

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Bell UH-1H N503TW TTAF 6569.2 hrs. restored to original markings from Vietnam. Only 30 hours since restoration and rework. Mid time engine and good component times, fresh condition inspection, full troop seating, licensed in Experimental Exhibition category and ready to go now. Asking $475,000 and it needs to be sold. Contact sales@nwhelicopters.com, 360-754-7200 03-10

1994 Bell 412 EP, S/N: 36100, R/N: VH-EPK, 4,207 hours TT, EMS Configured. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, mclancy@ helicopterbuyer.com (02-10)

1976 Bell 205A-1, 14,187 TTSN, T53-17A Engine (5,000 Hr TBO) with 1,952 hours remaining. Excellent Component Times. Dual AMS 43 Audio Control, Dual Becker VHF Comm, Dual Garmin 400 GPS, Transponder, 406 ELT, FM Transceiver, Dual Controls, Vertical Reference Door, Well-Equipped Utility Configuration. Full specs at www.transglobalav.net or Contact TransGlobal Aviation at 705-487-6222, sales@transglobalav.net 02-10 1981 Bell-206L-1 Airframe, Stripped of all parts, Complete with Tail boom, Fins, Cowls. No damage, 13,435.4 TSN. Contact Brad Emsland PH-250-5544202 FX-250-376-1119, parts@westcanaircraft.com www.westcanaircraft.com 02-10 1976 Bell 206B III, S/N: 2025, N43CM, 6340 TT, good times remaining! Free Transition Training! NDH! Ready for Immediate Delivery! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestigehelicopters.com 02-10

1998 Bell 412 EP, S/N 36201, R/N: N412AT. Exclusively Offered For Sale. 5,760 Hours TT, Standard Configuration, Like New Condition. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, mclancy@helicopterbuyer.com (02-10) 1981 Bell 412, S/N: 33041, R/N: N412AH, 4,647 Hrs TT. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, mclancy@helicopterbuyer. com (02-10)

1981 Bell 412, S/N: 33024, R/N: N80701, 11,530 hours TT, Utility Configuration, Fresh 5-Year / 3,000 hr inspection, new paint & interior, newly repaired PT6T-3B engines, excellent airframe and engine component times. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763753-3700, mclancy@helicopterbuyer.com (02-10)

1964 BELL UH1F,TT 4570, Fully restored in 2005, Midtime components or better, radio pack, BLR Strakes & Fast Fin, Extremely well maintained. Includes 2001Volvo 3500 gallon fuel tanker & fully outfitted 26-ft service van. USFS/OAS Carded & ready to go to work with USFS/OAS contract. 406-777-1188 02-10

Bell 206B3 1976 N43CM Jet Ranger TTSN 6,340 hours since new, good times remaining! Free Transition Training! NDH! Ready for Immediate Delivery! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att. net www.prestigehelicopters.com (02-10) 1991 Bell 412 HP, S/N: 36023 R/N: TBD, 5,265 hours TT, Offshore Configured. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, mclancy@helicopterbuyer.com (02-10) Bell 206L3 1992 Long Ranger TTSN 3,675 White/ Blue /Red/ Blue cloth Int., King KCS 55A HSI, King KY165, KNA audio Panel, & More! Great times remaining! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestigehelicopters.com (02-10)

For sale, Bell 206L-1C30P, N1076T, SN45373. Total Time, 28,200 hrs. New paint and good component times. The helicopter has been operated in the Las Vegas area doing FAR 135 flightseeing. For Sale or Long Term Lease. Please contact Lash Larew, lash@ rainierheli.com, 425-825-8411, for more detailed information 02-10 Bell 206 fuselage SN1510, good shape, good condition. Call 631-588-2780. 02-10

PRESTIGE HELICOPTERS, INC. Bell TAH-1P Cobra. TTAF 5195.1, this is a recently restored Cobra gunship. This is the trainer version of the AH-1S combat helicopter and can be legally owned by civilians. State Dept approval is required for export. It is fully restored to include all markings. Engine and components are low time and ADs are complied with. It is in current inspection and licensed in FAA Experimental/Exhibition category and is flying now. Dual controls, heat and AC ECU system, nose turret with simulated guns.VHF, GPS, and transponder. Price $1,395,000. contact sales@nwhelicopters.com, 360-754-7200 03-10 UH-1H, 1967. Certified in restricted category under Williams TC, aircraft has ag-air hydraulic system installed, cargo hook included, Simplex 7300 spray system currently installed and is avaialbe. Also Satloc M3 GPS is installed and available. Call 800-244-0942. Ask for Michael McCool. 02-10

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1991 Bell 412 HP, S/N: 36027 R/N: TBD, 8,823 hours TT, Offshore Configured. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, mclancy@helicopterbuyer.com (02-10)

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1989 Bell 206 L3, S/N 51328, R/N: C-FYGB, 2,473 hrs TT, Corporate Configured. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy 763-753-3700, mclancy@ helicopterbuyer.com (02-10)

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Enstrom

1990 Bell-412-SP, C-FCCK, S/N 36009, complete refurb., 0 timed engines & Cbox (3B’s), new paint & interior, all maintenance inspections completed, Sperry Autopilot, KMD-540 MFD with RDR-81 Radar, KLN-90-B, KRA-405, KTR-908’s, KXP-756, KNR-634, KDF-806’s, KN-63, Wire strike kit, Low skid gear, Alpine Exhaust deflector’s, rotor brake, Long line equipment now installed, pop out float kit and floats available. Contact Brad Emsland for more details. Westcan Aircraft 250-554-4202 or 250-376-1119 Fax parts@westcanaircraft.com, www.westcanaircraft.com 02-10

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 02-10 1991,SN2415,AS350B-2 for sale. Total time 13,880. Used for flightseeing. No offshore history. Please call or email for component times, pricing and aircraft equipment. For Sale or Long Term Lease. 425-8258411, Lash@rainierheli.com 02-10

2004 EC-155B1 VIP 925 Hrs TT Sand Filters, Tinted Windows Contact: marc.mongeau@orange.fr, Ph: +33 608 786 373 Fx: +33 153 016 550 02-10 1983 AS-365N DauphinVIP S/N: 6080, 3400TT, Fresh Airframe Major Overhaul Contact: marc.mongeau@orange.fr, Ph: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550 02-10

1980 Enstrom 280C (N280A), 1404 TT, 769 TTE, mid-time components, paint & interior in good condition, FX type fairing, KDM 150 GPS, many extras $135,000. Please contact Spitfire Aerospace at helicopters@spitfireaerospace.com or Toll Free at (877) 659-9300. (02-10) 2000 Eurocopter EC 120B, S/N: 1104, EI-MIK, 1750 hours TT, No damage history. For more information, visit www.savback.se. 03-10 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, mclancy@helicopterbuyer.com 02-10

For sale, Bell 206L-1C30P, N10761, SN45381. Total Time, 25,600 hrs. New paint and good component times. The helicopter has been operated in the Las Vegas area doing FAR 135 flightseeing. For Sale or Long Term Lease. Please contact Lash Larew, lash@ rainierheli.com, 425-825-8411, for more detailed information 02-10

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1979 Enstrom F-28C-2 (N5690P), 1712 TT, 1170 TTE, Excellent silver paint with 2-tone gray stripes and custom leather seats, $109,000. Please contact Spitfire Aerospace by e-mail at helicopters@spitfireaerospace. com or Toll Free at (877) 659-9300. (02-10)

Eurocopter

1979 AS-330J PUMA 6100 TT, Mid time P4 Airframe: Contact: marc.mongeau@orange.fr, Ph: +33 608 786 373, Fx: +33 153 016 550 02-10 1986 Eurocopter AS350BA, SN 1904, HP-100M, 4650 TT, Asking $795,000 USD. For more information, Pollard Aircraft Sales, 817-626-7000 or www. pollard-aircraft.com 03-10

2002AS350B2 2975TT,RH & LH Sliding Door,Dual Controls, Air Conditioning. Contact Marc Mongeau: +33 608 786 373 tel, +33 153 016 550 fax marc.mongeau@orange.fr 02-10

1992 AS350B2,TT 18728 hr. tour aircraft, aircon, mid time components, clean aircraft. Contact Dave Griffin @ 808-937-3437 02-10

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1993 American Eurocopter Twinstar AS355F2, Serial #5481, N355AV, 860TT, S/N CAE841007, very low time, one owner, corporate helicopter. Owned and operated by the original buyer. Flown and maintained regularly since new. It has not been in storage, crash rebuilt, or used as a parts ship; just consistent small amounts of corporate usage year after year. No major damage history. For more information, Pollard Aircraft Sales, 817-626-7000 or www. pollard-aircraft.com 03-10

2009 EC-130B4 Factory Delivery New March 2009,VIP,Air Conditioning,Cargo Swing,Contact:marc.mongeau@orange. fr, Tel: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550 02-10

HeliBlade, Inc. • Composite • Metal • Main & Tail Rotor Blades • Bell • McDonald Douglas • Sikorsky • Distributor & Service Center for Van Horn Aviation, L.L.C. for STC 204 UH-1 Tail Rotors Pablo Martinez Ejarque 19797 Riverside Ave. • Anderson, CA 96007 Tel: 530-365-1278 • Fax: 530-365-3056 helibladellc@yahoo.com

1997 Eurocopter AS 350B3, S/N 3063, SE-JDX, 7.937 HoursTT, standard interior. For more information, visit www.savback.se. 03-10

1981 AS-355F1 AFTT: 3600 Hr, Private Use, Corporate Interior with Leather Seats. Contact: marc.mongeau@orange.fr, +33 608 786 373 tel, +33 153 016 550 fax 02-10

2008 Eurocopter AS 350B3, S/N 4441, SE-HJG, 1375 hours TT, No damage history, Maintenance Annual Date: 2 year/1000 hrs performed in May 2009, No on Progressive, Inspection, all Service Bulletins performed, AD’s Complied with. Standard interior. For more information, visit www.savback.se. 03-10 1978 SA365C3 IFR SN 5013, 8545 TT, Utility configuration, Optionals. Contact: marc.mongeau@orange.fr, Tel: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550 02-10

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1991,SN2475,AS350B-2 for sale.Total time 13,560. Used for flightseeing. No offshore history. Please call or email for component times, pricing and aircraft equipment. For Sale or Long Term Lease. 425-825-8411, Lash@rainierheli.com 02-10

Hughes

1998 Eurocopter EC 120B, S/N: 1018, SE-JEP, 2720 hours TT, No Damage History, standard interior. For more information, visit www.savback.se. 03-10

Hughes 300C 1989 SN1398 TTSN 5,805 Aux Fuel, Heater, KY 196A Com, KT 76A TXPR w/mode C, Dual Controls & More! Price Reduced! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www. prestigehelicopters.com (02-10)

1967 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 sales@helitechinc.com (12-10)

NAME YOUR PRICE: 1977 Hughes 269C (Sikorsky/ Schweizer), AFTT: 2722.6. Call for SPEC Sheet (pdf), $140k w/459 hrs remaining on engine or $160K w/ rebuild “0” time engine, Great shape! Good times on Remaining Components. For more details please contact: OFFICE 727-823-5200 or FAX 727-823-5484. Visit our website at: www.wfhelicopters.com 02-10

2003 Clipper II w/Pop-Outs, SN 10149, TT 520 Hrs*, Exterior Base: Metallic Red, Trim: Metallic Silver, Interior: Gray Leather, Bubble Windows, Artificial Horizon with Slip/Skid, Directional Gyro, Garmin 420 GPS/COM, Garmin Transponder, Bose Headset Wiring (Headsets Not Included). *As of November 12, 2009. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-342-0630 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10

1998 (April) R44 Astro, SN 0465, TT 2115 Hrs*, Exterior Base: Robinson White,Trim (Astro Scheme) Blue, Interior: Blue Leather. 2 Bubble Windows. Artificial Horizon, Digital Clock, King Com, King Transponder, Engine Priming System, Pointer 4000-10. US Registered, Fresh Annua/100 Hour, Free Delivery Worldwide. *Hours as of December 4, 2009. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-342-0630 or visit R44Sales. com for details. 03-10

2006 Raven II, SN 11563, TT 598 HRS*, Exterior: Base: L2007 Orange, Trim: Custom Decaling (can be changed), Interior: Tan Leather, Fire Extinguisher, Air Conditioning, Artificial Horizon with Slip-Skid, Directional Gyro, King KY196A Com, Garmin 420 GPS/ COM, King KT76 Transponder, ELT Pointer 3000-10, Vertical Card Compass, NAT AA12S Audio Controller, Bose Headset Wiring. *Approximate Hours as of December 14, 2009. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904342-0630 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10

HUMMINGBIRD

Hummingbird Helicopter-Delivery positions available in our next production run. Contact Vertical Aviation Technologies, Inc., 407-322-9488, sales@verticalaviation.com, www.vertical-aviation.com 02-10

MD Helicopters

2006 Clipper I w/Utility Floats, SN 1657,TT 436Hrs*, Exterior Base: L0183 Bright Silver Met,Trim: L5455 Jet Black Pearl Met, Interior: GrayVelour, Fire Extinguisher w/Pocket, Vertical Card Compass, Artifical Horizon with Slip-Skid. Directional Gyro, King KY197A Comm, Garmin GTX 330 Mode S Transponder, Garmin 400 GPS in Pilot Side Avionics Console.NAT AA12S Audio Controller. ELT,Wind Deflectors, Extended Cabin Cover, David Clark Headsets. *Approximate hours as of December 9, 2009, ** Purchase price includes the following:- Sporty’s seat covers, - 2 Dual door cases from Bruces Custom Covers, - 4 Comfort-Max Life Vests, - Heli Tow-Cart Model V204, - Custom made dolly to lift helicopter at rear cross tube to reduce width, - Rights to 888-HELOMAN. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-824-5506 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10

MD 500D N31HM 6055.5 TTAF, good condition, USFS carded, on 135. $495,000. contact sales@ nwhelicopters.com 360-754-7200 03-10 1981 MD500D, S/N 911027D, 6351 TTSN, In shop for avionics/airframe refurb: New AFS filter kit, New Windows, New Paint to cust. spec. & installation of straight 500D instrument panel w/flt inst group and radios. M/R blades avg 69% time remaining, 79 hrs since HSI. Fresh 100/300/Annual inspections 11/09. Numerous STC’d kits installed. Price $515K, Call for detailed equipment list & component times. 888-4637953 or AACINC@ATT.NET 02-10

Robinson R44 II 2005 SN10971 TTSN 890 hours NDH Red Met/Gold Trim / Tan Leather, AH, DG, Garmin 420 & more! Priced Reduced! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestigehelicopters.com (02-10)

1999 Clipper I w/PopOuts*, SN 0611,TT 1379Hrs***, Exterior Base: White, Trim: Dark Blue, Astro Paint Scheme, Interior: Blue Leather, Fire Extinguisher wPocket, Artifical Horizon, Turn Coordinator, Vertical Card Compass, King KY197A Comm, King KT76C Transponder, Garmin 250XL GPS/COM, 4 David Clark Headsets (two are ANR), NAT AA12S Audio Controller. *Additional Set of Skids with Utility Floats Included in Sale. ** Price without extra set of skids with Utility Floats is $220,000. ***Approximate hours as of August 9, 2009. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904342-0630 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10 R44 2000 Raven 1600 TTSN N436MR White/ Green with gray leather, 150 XL, KT76A, AH, DG, and more. Call Mike Russell 404-307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net (02-10)

2008 Raven II w/AC, SN 12357,TT 49.5 Hrs*, Exterior Base: L2195 Medium Blue Met,Trim: Custom Decaling (can be changed), Interior: Gray Leather, Fire Extinguisher, Air Conditioning, Four Point Harness,Vertical Card Compass, IVSI, Digital Clock, Artificial Horizon with Slip/Skid, Directional Gyro, King KY196A Com, King KT76C Transponder, Garmin 420W GPS/COM, Kannad 406 ELT, NAT AA12S Audio Controller, 4 Bose Headsets. *Hours as of November 25, 2008. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-342-0630 or visit R44Sales. com for details. 03-10

2007 Raven II with A/C, SN 12059, TT 147 Hrs*, Exterior Base: Robinson White L0774, No Trim, No Logo, Interior: Tan Leather, Fire Extinguisher with Pocket, Air Conditioning, Vertical Card Compass, Artificial Horizon with Slip/Skid, Directional Gyro, King KY196A Com, King KT76C Transponder, Garmin 420 GPS/Com, Pointer ELT, NATAA12S Audio Controller. *As of September 30, 2009. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-342-0630 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10 R44 I 2001 N474BV TTSN 850 Hours Black/Gold/ Tan Leather, Garmin 420, AH, DG, Nat AA12, 4 Bose Headsets & More! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestigehelicopters.com (02-10) NEW 2009 RAVEN II, $364,029. Viper Red. Contact: Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Bill Cooper, 800-3912391 tfn NEW 2009 RAVEN I, $292,133.White with Blue Trim. Contact: Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Bill Cooper, 800-391-2391 tfn

2003 Raven II, SN 10165, TT 612 Hrs, Exterior Base: Dark Indigo Prl Met, Custom Trim, Interior: Blue Velour, Bubble Windows, Fire Extinguisher, Artificial Horizon with Slip-Skid, Directional Gyro, Garmin 500 GPS, King KT76 Transponder, Vcard compass, 4 Bose headsets. *As of November 16, 2009. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-342-0630or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10

2003 Raven II RUNOUT, SN 10062,TT 2200 Hrs, Exterior Base: Blue Met,Trim: Gold, Interior:Tan Leather, Bubble Windows, Fire Extinguisher,Vertical Card Compass, Digital Clock,Artificial Horizon, Garmin 420 GPS/COM, Garmin GTX330 Mode STransponder, FMTwo-Way Radio, NAT AA12S Audio Controller. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904342-0630 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10

2009 Raven I, SN 2022, TT 115 Hrs*, Exterior Base: L6802 Bright Blue Met,Trim: L0183 Bright Silver Met, Interior: Gray Velour, Fire Extinguisher, Four Point Harness, Vertical Card Compass, Artificial Horizon,Turn Coordinator, King KY197A Comm, King KT76C Transponder, Forward Cabin Cover. *Approximate Hours as of August 24, 2009. **(Garmin 496 GPS and Headsets shown in photos not included in sale). Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-824-5506 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10

This is a very low time, one owner, corporate helicopter. Owned and operated by the original buyer!!! It has been flown and maintained regularly since new from its hangar at the PortlandHillsboro Airport in Portland, Oregon. It has not been in storage, crash rebuilt, or used as a parts ship; just consistent small amounts of corporate usage year after year. It has no major damage history.

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Airframe: Total Time: 860, Total Landings: 1744 Engines: Total Time: 860 Features: Freon AC, Low Skid Gear, Executive Interior Avionics: Custom Chelton EFIS-SV Panel, Custom New Panel with LED Night Lighting, L3 Skywatch TRC497, Shadin ADC2000, King KX155B w/G/S, King KY196A, King KT70 w/ mode S, OS Engineering PAC24 Audio Control, King KRA405B Radar Alt, SFIM 2-axis Autopilot, Narco ELT 910, Full Size Backup A/S, ATT, ALT, Eclipse FM Stereo w/CD, Triple Tach Indicator, Radio Master Switch, Bose X Crew Headsets, Custom LED Panel Lights, Voice Activated Intercom System

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2005 Raven I, SN 1481, TT 959 Hrs*, Exterior Base: L3792 Electric Red Prl Met, Trim: L0183 Bright Silver Met, Interior: Custome Red & Black Leather with New Black Carpet, Engine Primer, Fire Extinguisher w/ Pocket, King KY197A Comm, Garmin 400 GPS, King KT76C Transponder, Artificial Horizon w/Slip-Skid, AM/FM/CD Player, Vertical Card Compass, Bubble Windows, *Approximate Hours as of December 10, 2009. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-342-0630 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10

2004 R22 Beta II, SN 3642, TT 265 Hrs*, Exterior Base: Viper Blue Prl Met. Trim: Custom, Interior: Tan Leather, Fire Extinguisher with Pocket, Garmin 420 GPS/Comm. King KT76C Transponder, ELT, Bose Headset Wiring (headsets not included), Artificial Horizon, Digital Clock, Cabin Heater/Defogger, Tech Tool Photo Doors included as well as original factory doors. *As of November 25, 2009. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-342-0630 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10 NEW 2009 ROBINSON BETA II, List $244,000, Offered $212,933. White with Blue Trim. Contact: Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Bill Cooper, 800-3912391 tfn

2000 R22 Mariner II, SN 3141M, 738 SFOH Hrs*, Exterior Base: Dark Blue, Trim White, Interior: Blue Leather, Bubble Windows, Fire Extinguisher with Pocket, Comm.Transponder, GPS,Vertical Card Compass, Engine Priming System, Cabin Heater, NDH, Extra Set of Standard Skid Gear Included, Canadian Registration. *Hours as of May 27, 2009 (TT 2938 Hrs). *1047 Hours on -4 Blades Installed 04/05. *Overhauled July, 2006. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904342-0630 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10

2004 Clipper II w/Pop-Outs, SN 10578,TT 216 Hrs*, Exterior Base: Metallic Red, No Logo, No Trim, Interior:Tan Leather, Fire Extinguisher, 4 Bubble Windows, Artificial Horizon with Slip/Skid, Vertical Card Compass, King KY196A Comm, Garmin 420 GPS/COM, NAT AA12 Audio Controller, Garmin Transponder, 4 Bose Headsets, Cyclic GPS Mount Included (Seller will remove upon request). *As of October 30, 2009. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-342-0630 or visit R44Sales. com for details. 03-10

1998 R22 Beta II, SN 2776,TT 1258 Hrs*, Exterior Base: Aztec Silver Metallic,Trim: Light Maroon Metallic, Interior: Gray Leather, Cabin Heater & Defogger, Fire Extinguisher, Artificial Horizon, Vertical Card Compass, King Comm, King Transponder, Garmin 150XL GPS, Pointer 3000-10 ELT, 2 Bose Headsets. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-3420630 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 03-10

R-22 Mariner B, 1989 1220 TT, 1 owner, primer aux/ tank bubble windows art horizon Garmin GPS King 155 cargo hook MR blades 50 TT, like new inside/ out, fresh annual, lost medical must sell. Make offer. 209-662-4757 02-10

R44 2007 N133AA TTSN 290 Black Metallic/ Gray Leather, Taped on N#, 9 Hole Panel, Air Conditioning, Garmin 530 w/pilot side console & HSI, Garmin GTX330, Radar Altimeter, Art horizon, turn Coordinator, Bose Headsets, 4 point safety harness, 4 bubble windows, Kannad 406 ELT & more! Price reduced for quick sale! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestigehelicopters.com (02-10)

R44 2006 N122AA TTSNFOH 92 hours! Factory overhauled Nov 2008! Gold Metallic/ Tan Leather, 9 Hole Panel, Air Conditioning, Garmin 530 w/pilot side console & HSI, Garmin GTX330, Art horizon, turn Coordinator, 2 Bose Headsets, ELT & more! Price reduced for quick sale! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestigehelicopters.com (02-10)

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2008 & 2009 New and used R44 Raven Is & IIs, Clipper Is & IIs & IFR Trainers. Many new and used listings. Deliveries from October thru May 2009. Choose color and options. Full factory warranty. Call Andres Kerllenevich 904-824-5506 or visit R44Sales.com for details. 02-10

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2009 R44 Raven II with 79 hours total time, Garmin 430, pilot side mounted Garmin 696, A/C, jet black exterior with tan leather interior. Contact Bulldog Aviation 501-425-1215, paul@teamairpro.com 09-10 R44 II 2006 N3194W TTSN 1,070 White/ Silver/ Gray Cloth, Air Conditioning, Garmin 420 Garmin GTX327, Art horizon, 2 Bose Headsets, bubble windows, ELT & & more! Priced for quick sale! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www. prestigehelicopters.com (02-10)

2008 RII w/AC -110 hrs TT. Metallic paint, leather, bubble windows,Bose headsets,AM/FM/CD,Pilot Console w/G420 & Traffic Display. Export & Delivery Available. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or email hrheli@hrheli.com (12-10)

Services Provided: Maintenance Inspections • Structural Repairs using Authorized Bell Fuselage and Tailboom Fixtures Component Overhauls • Refurbishments • Composites Avionics Installations • Modifications • Spare Parts Sales Painting • Completions • NDT AUTHORIZED CSF for Bell Helicopter Models 204, 205, 206 Series, 212, 407, 412 and UH-1H TC Repair Station No. 137-96 · EASA Repair Station No. 145.7112 Fulfilling our customer’s needs with the best service and most superior products.

2008 BII - 45 hrs TT. Nice equipment, sharp paint job - Great Price! Export & Delivery Available. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or email hrheli@hrheli.com (12-10)

2006 RII w/AC - 710 hrs TT. Metallic Astro paint, leather seats, bubble windows, 2 Bose headsets. Attitude & Heading Indicators, King Radio #1 & Garmin 420 GPS/Radio #2, Garmin 330 Transponder w/Traffic Display. Flown and maintained on Part 135. Export, Shipping & Delivery Services Available. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or email hrheli@hrheli.com (12-10) ROBINSON R22 BETA II with Garmin G400 GPS available for lease to flight school. Call 323-376-1969 or email info@robinsonleasing.com, Visit our website http://www.robinsonleasing.com 02-10

R44 I 2002 (IFR Trainer) N820DF TTSN750 Hours Green/ Gold/ Tan Leather, 10 Hole Panel, HSI, AH, TC, CDI/GS, Dual (2) Garmin 430’s,Marker Beacons, Bubble Windows, 4 Bose Headset Jacks, ELT 3000_10 & More! NDH! Priced for quick sale! ! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www. prestigehelicopters.com (02-10)

2005 Robinson R44 Raven II, 225 hrs TT, NAT AA12S Audio panel, intercom, KY196A, KT76C, Garmin 420 GPS/COMM, artificial horizon, directional gyro, leather seats, bubble windows. Lane Aviation, Rosenberg, TX, 281-342-5451 OR FAX 281-232-5401, glane@ laneav.com, www.laneav.com tfn R44 II New 2009 SN12812 Black Metallic/Gold Metallic/Tan Leather, Taped on N#, Garmin 430 & HSI, Garmin GTX330, Art Horizon, Turn Coordinator, 4 Bose Headsets, 4 point safety harness, 4 bubble windows, Kannad 406 ELT & more! 2008 Pricing! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att. net www.prestigehelicopters.com (02-10)

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ROLLS ROYCE 250 COMPRESSOR CASE ASSEMBLIES. P/N 23057142. EXCHANGE PROGRAM PRICE US $4550.00. PHONE 816-246-4527, FAX 816-246-5341, EMAIL avdair@aol.com, www.partsbase.com (02-10) Lycoming VO/TVO-435 & 540, many new parts, 50% off! Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10)

1993 Schweizer 333, S/N 0005, SE-JBJ, 6791 hours TT, No damage history. For more information, visit www. savback.se. 03-10

1998 S-333, S/N 0025, SE-JIN, 3000 hours TT, No damage history. For more information, visit www. savback.se. 03-10 1996 Schweizer 300CB, N20059 ACTT:2385, ENGTT:385, SN:0053, VFR, Very Clean, hangared, flyable ground wheels, cabin heater. 600 HR, 24 Mo Insp. completed 12/08. $165,000. Contact Patrick at Adirondack helicopters, Inc. (315)868-4901 email: PSDillon81@hotmail.com tfn Owner wants offers! SAVE 1000’s for like NEW– N388JA, 2004 S-300CBi, 388 TTSN, VFR w/6pack Instrumentation, IFR trainer easily possible. Left Hand Pic, Very clean A/C, ‘04 paint, ‘04 interior, 3-seats. Negotiate with us. A/C located in St. Petersburg, FL. Call for pricing and details. OFFICE 727-823-5200 or FAX 727-823-5484. Visit our website at: www. wfhelicopters.com (02-10)

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 (02-10) Action Aircraft is a full-service overhaul/repair facility for Rolls -Royce 250 series engines located in Dallas, Texas.We offer superior service and pricing in 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: danny@actionaircraft.com., website: www.actionaircraft.com (12-10) 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 +1 334-3617853, FAX USA +1 334-361-0290 E-MAIL: sales@ UTPparts.com (08-10)

Equipment

2 Isolair spray tanks for Hiller $2,500. 2 spray tanks w/ booms for 300 Schweizer $2,500. Custom auto flagman mounting brackets for a 300 Schweizer $50. Particle Separator with brackets for a Soloy Hiller, make offer. 541-377-0540 02-10

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 02-10

Sikorsky SOLD, SOLD, SOLD!! Brand NEW N2156J, 2009 VFR S-300CBi, Value added Extras, Can you say DISCOUNT! For more details please contact: OFFICE 727-823-5200 or FAX 727-823-5484.Visit our website at: www.wfhelicopters.com (02-10)

Helicopters Wanted Need an IRS Tax Deduction? Donate Your Helicopter to Charity, email us: amberalert@juno.com 12-10

Ag Related Everything 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: sales@midcont. com 02-10

Engines

SIMPLEX has acquired the Helipod product line. Robinson spray and cargo systems are now available through Simplex. Call 503-257-3511 or visit www. simplexmfg.com for more information (03-10) Bubble covers, Engine covers, Blade tie-downs, engine plugs & blade covers at Bruce’s Custom Covers, 408738-3959, bruce@aircraftcovers.com (02-10) Dyna Nav (Dynamic Navigation & Mapping Systems) provides GPS guidance systems for your aircraft. 604465-0009, info@dynanav.com, www.dynanav.com 06-10

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, jgardner@jslaviation.com, rlangley@jslaviation. com. Your team that can’t be beat. 12-10

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)

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: cfm.insurance@verizon.net Clemens Meuleman/ CFM Aviation Insurance 02-10

For Sale, 100X100 Behlen heated aircraft hanger, with 30X15 office, central heat and air in office, Schweis 60’ Bi fold door, electric & water, completed in 2005, located at (47K) KS. Ideal facility for Ag operator, maintenance operation or corporate flight department.Price $265,000. Contact Randy Hardy @ 316655-2322 or Dick Russell @ 316-208-3140 06-10

MISC. ITEMS 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. Miniranchettes 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 352563-5313, Fax 888-834-9437, Email: citruslevyland@ gmail.com, Website: www.citruscountyland.com tfn

Operations

Parts H269C-1 Parts/Project machine for sale. Mfg. Date:1199 Reg:N2029H SN:101 98% Complete project ship new and used parts. No blades; main or tail. 395TTAF. $105k. Will consider parting out. Call Patrick (315)868-4901 Email: PSDillon81@hotmail.com tfn Bell Drive & Sump assy, 212-040-365-105, 2 NEW with Bell Certs. Contact Tulsa Propulsion Engines 918-756-6969. (04-10) Bell Quill Assy 212-040-208-003, 2 available with Bell Certs Contact Tulsa Propulsion Engines 918756-6969. (04-10) Top quality aircraft spares for Honeywell - TPE331, TFE731, T53, T55; General Electric - CF700, CJ610; Pratt & Whitney - PT6A, PT6T; and Rolls-Royce / Allison 250. Let the efficient customer service personnel at Tulsa Propulsion Engines take care of you! Two offices: Tulsa, OK 918-756-6969; Wichita, KS (316) 634-6969 (04-10) Bell-206B in for parts, undamaged aircraft, Complete, High Skid gear-025 Main Rotor Tranny, mast, Freewheel, C-20 Engine. C-20B compressor, Contact Brad with your needs. Westcan Aircraft PH-250-554-4202 FX-250376-1119, parts@westcanaircraft.com www. westcanaircraft.com 02-10

Bulldog Aviation Go where you want to go.

• Located at Saline Co. Regional Airport (KSUZ) • We’ll trade for anything! • Flight instructors on duty

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L-1 and L-3 Longranger Pop out floats, Complete. New Aeronatical on condition bags installed in 2002. Aeronautical Electric Valve.Westcan Aircraft PH-250554-4202 FX-250-376-1119, parts@westcanaircraft. com, www.westcanaircraft.com 02-10 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 337-8390500 or email tjkling@offshorehelicopter.net 02-10 LongRanger Cargo Hook & Beam Assy 206-706-341101 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: info@tradewindinternational.com, www.helicopterparts.net (12-10) Chadwick Track And Balance units, complete. Full warranty. Heli-Tech, 850-763-9000; fax 850-763-8712 (tfn)

Insurance

Available with Special Pricing: E3616104-1 rotor seal; E3826779-1 housing aft defuser; E3826825-3 inlet guide vane; E3842347-1 pilot ring (outer); E38604041 gearshaft; E3860675-1 nut; E3846206-3 deflector; E3830155-2 primary manifold; E3860005-2 gear; E3860339-1 gear set. Contact Tulsa Propulsion Engines 918-756-6969 (04-10)

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

C-30P Gearbox and Fuel system overhauled. Westcan Aircraft PH-250-554-4202 FX-250-376-1119, parts@westcanaircraft.com www.westcanaircraft. com 02-10

Mid-Continent Aircraft Insurance Brokers - Over 59 years Risk Management Experience for Professional Operators. 800-325-0885, e-mail: acinsurance@ midcont.com Sharon/Laura 02-10

2009 R44 Raven II with 79 hours total time, Garmin 430, pilot side mounted Garmin 696, A/C, jet black exterior with tan leather interior

For more information on this and other aircraft, contact

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UH-1H Composite main rotor blades for sale P/N 205015-150-101 and main rotor blades B model P/N 204-011-001-015.Tail rotor blades Van Horn Aviation P/N 2042200-101 for the H and B models. Call Pablo at HeliBlade, Inc. 530-743- 0151 (04-10) 1988 Bell-412SP in for parts, Complete undamaged aircraft, 90” Gbox, rotables, instruments, etc,etc Westcan Aircraft PH-250-554-4202 FX-250-376-1119, parts@ westcanaircraft.com www.westcanaircraft.com 02-10 Bell 206L-4 New Low Skid kit for sale. Will trade for float kit for L-4. 631-588-2780. 02-10

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NEW Tail Rotor Blades for UH-1H–FAA STC/PMA SR02051LA, Carbon Fiber construction, 2400 hr service life, competitive 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 sales@ helitechinc.com (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 (02-10) Sikorsky parts. We have a growing stock of new Sikorsky parts.We can often save you time and money. Contact us or check stock on our web site. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10) MD Helicopter parts. We have a few new MD Helicopter parts. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com (02-10) Hughes parts. We have some new Hughes parts at big discounts. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com (02-10) Hiller parts. We have a small stock of new Hiller parts. Check with us often. Preferred Airparts, 800433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10) 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 (02-10) Enstrom parts. We have a small stock of new Enstrom parts. Check with us often. Preferred Airparts, 800433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10)

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Bell parts.We have a nice stock of new parts for Bell 47, 206 and others. It’s worth the effort to check with us, or search our web site for your part numbers. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-10) New STC Tail Rotor Blades, Part No. 204-2200-101 for 204 UH-1 heliopters fromVan Horn Aviaiton LLC. Contact HeliBlade Inc. Distributor & Service Center for these new and improved composite tail rotors 530-743-0151 (04-10) 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 Aviation, Ask for Tom 610-268-2048 Fax 610-268-0342 02-10

RR 250-C20B complete compressor 0.00TSO new wheels. $45,000.00 USD exchange. Call 631-588-2780. 02-10 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. texashelicopter@aol.com, www.thcwasp.com or 972-399-1045 office or 972-790-6397 fax 02-10 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: sales@UTPparts.com (08-10) UH-1 Overhauled Components available exchange or outright; 204-012-101-141 M/R hub, 204-040016-5 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., 204040-003-37 gear box 42, 204-040-012-13 gear box 90. Pac West Helicopters CRS PW6R1161J Tel/530241-2402 “e” pwheli@awwwsome.com 02-10 UH-1 Vertical Fin Spar Kits. Pac West Helicopters is an approved Distributor for the Global HelicopterTechnology 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 necessary, order your kit and install it at your shop, or arrange for us to install it at your location. For sales and scheduling contact Tel/530-241-2402 “e” pwheli@awwwsome.com 02-10

Services Bulldog Aviation–Go where you want to go! Located at Saline Co. Regional Airport (KSUZ), We’ll trade for anything! Flight instructors on duty. Call 501-4251215, paul@teamairpro.com 09-10 SIMPLEX is a world leader in aviation mission equipment. Call 503-257-3511 or visit www.simplexmfg.com (03-10) Fuel cell repair or replacement for all makes & models–FAA approved commercial crash resistant construction, flexible bladder nitrile rubber construction, all construction TSOC80 certified, 2-year warranty. Contact Floats & Fuel Cells at 901-842-7110, www.ffcfuelcells.com (12-10) Floats & Fuel Cells–your N. american Eurocopter authorized repair facility with comprehensive repair capabilities for all makes & models, available for 24/7 shipping. FAA repair staion no.TH4R544M. 901-8427110, www.ffcfuelcells.com (12-10) Support the helicopter industry...Become a member of HAI! Call 800-435-4976 or 703-683-4646, Email mbr@rotor.com, or visit www.rotor.com 03-10

CHS - your complete Bell Helicopter Repair and Overhaul Facility, supporting only Bell Helicopter Products from Component Overhauls to Major Inspections. CHS puts quality first. CHS #9-5225 216th Street Langley, B.C. V2Y 2N3 www.helistructures.com Transport Canada AMO#.137-96 and EASA.145.7112 604-533-1148 Fax: 604-533-1517 mike@helistructures.com (06-10) Specializing in Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Tailboom Overhauls. 205/212/412 Tailbooms, 206B/L and 407 overhauled using Bell Approved Jigs.Tailbooms overhauled to Bell Specifications. Certification provided Transport Canada Form 1. Mike Duck, 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, mike@helistructures.com (06-10) Specializing in Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Air Frame Completions/Refurbishments. Authorized Bell Helicopter Textron Customer Service Facility, specializing in Models 205/212/412, 206 Series, 407s. Quality Services, Competitive Pricing with Technical staff specializing only in Bell Products. CHS, Mike Duck, 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, mike@helistructures.com (06-10)

Helicopter Component Repair: Metal bond and composite repair - fast and easy!Your one stop repair facility. Now producing High Heat Components. Contact : Helicomb International,Tulsa, OK 918-835-3999 (02-10) D&D Avionics Services–Avionics & Modifications. Distributor of Skeyeview–Producing DVD quality video files with cockpit audio in a vidoe standard format for easy playback. 478-254-6552, ddaero@281.com tfn Rotor blade repairs by HeliBlade, Inc. a FAA Repair Station. Contact Pablo Martinez at 530-743-0151 (04-10) Magellan Aerospace Turbine Services LLC a FAA/ EASA Approved repair station, for A250, T53, CT58 and TPE331 turbine engines component overhaul or repair. For more information visit our website at www. magellanats.com or Call 623-931-0010 02-10 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 215788-7319, E-mail: tom@sterlinghelicopter.com 02-10 Export / Import, Pre-Buys & Transport ANYWHERE! Aircraft Recovery. Contact Tom Sullivan at Sterling Helicopter 215-271-2510 Fax 215-788-7319 E-mail: tom@sterlinghelicopter.com 02-10

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 (02-10) TRANSLAND~Your Aerial Dispersal Equipment Choice! We have Stainless Steel Booms, Pumps/Valves & much more. We look forward to serving you! Contact us Today. sales@translandllc.com. Please visit our website: www.translandllc.com, Se Habla Espanol 940-687-1100, 940-687-1941 Fax (06-10) Bell Helicopter Importations and Exports, Pre Buy Inspections, as well as Helicopter Appraisals. . Contact: CHS. Mike Duck, Phone: 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-5331517, E-mail: mike@helistructures.com (06-10) Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Component Overhauls. 205/212/412/206B/L Series and 407. Quality Services, Competitive Pricing with Technical staff, specializing only in Bell Products. Contact: CHS, Mike Duck, Phone: 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, E-mail: mike@helistructures.com (06-10)

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 972-7906397 fax or email us at texashelicopter@aol.com or visit our web site www.thcwasp.com 02-10 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 for a Quote Call USA +1 334-361-7853, FAX USA +1 334-361-0290 E-MAIL: sales@UTPparts. com (08-10)

Schools / Training Helicopter Training in Hawaii. Excellence in Flight Training at Mauna Loa Helicopters on Oahu, Kauai, and the Big Island. Come fly with us in the best weather in the US. MLH offers: PVT, COM, IFR, CFI, CFII, ATP, FAA certified FLY-IT simulator, mountain course, external load training, and now offering fixed wing training. MLH is 141 certified, and VA approved. Student financing / student housing / college degree programs / International flight training / accelerated programs available. Call (808) 334-0234 or email info@maunaloahelicopters.com (02-10)

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: 863-648-9680 tfn Helicopter Instruction: Training in R-44 Raven for private, instrument, commercial and solo time building. Block rates start at $299 wet. Kissimmee Airport near Orlando attractions. CallThom at 407-973-9347 or visit www.kissimmeehelicopters.com 01-11 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 info@bluehillhelicopters.com, 781-6880263 Come Fly With Us! (02-10)

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

TOOLS Make life easier - or at least make your engine and aircraft inspections easier using a flexible borescope from Machida, Inc. Call: 800-431-5420 or info@ machidascope.com (03-10) Borescope and Videoscope Repair Services. Any brand or any model. Your one stop source for the best value visual inspection equipment since 1981. Check out our new products and rental units at www. Borescopesrus.com or call Borescopes-R-Us at 931362-4009 02-10

Vehicles

Advertisers Index Action Aircraft Parts............ 20C Adirondack Helicopters.......... 25 Bag-A-Door............................ 22C Blue Hill Helicopters............... 25 Borescopes-R-Us.....................15C Bruce’s Custom Covers..............9 Bulldog Aviation....................... 33 Canadian Heli Structures....... 32 Cascade AC Conversions........12 Dyna-Nav................................16C Eastern Helicopter................... 25 Falcon Insurance.........................5 Floats & Fuel Cells................... 36 FL Sun Coast............................. 25 Hampton Roads Helicopters..25 Heli-Tech................................. 20C HeliBlade................................... 30 Helicomb International........ 23C Helicopter Assoc, Int’l................3 HelicopterBuyer......................21C Helishow-Dubai...........................7 Helitech-Europe.........................11 HW Farren............................. 22C

Heli OPS truck/trailer COMBO. Designed & built by experienced pilot. 5500 08 Chevrolet crew cab, 4-door, 4WD, 330HP Diesel, less than 1500 miles, never put in field service. 26-foot Better-Built gooseneck trailer, new 2200 Gal nurse tank, 500 Gal batch tank. 50 Gal pre-batch crane on truck bed to lift drums, 12-drum capacity on truck, all new tanks, hoses, pumps, valves, meters etc. Toolboxes & extra storage compartments on trailer. Radios installed on truck. Designed for 2-man crew pilot/driver. Call Mike at Silvaair 800-844-0904 or 205-602-0097 (02-10)

WANTED Dust off those old parts and make some money. Wanted good C029-1 tail rotor blade for R44 309852-4413 02-10 Bulldog Aviation had an immediate buyer for a midtime Robinson R22. Call 501-425-1215, paul@teamairpro.com 09-10 Parts Wanted Bell 206 B&L, 204, 205, 212, 214 , MD, Eurocopter, & Allison. Looking for R/B, W/S, Duals etc. kits and parts. We buy inventories or By The Piece. Call Tradewind Int’l. 800-585-7004, 608-7563632. www.helicopterparts.net info@tradewindinternational.com (12-10) 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: sales@UTPparts.com (08-10)

Isolair.......................................14C Jim Gardner-Aviation Ins......24C Kissimmee Helicopters..............2 Machida Borescopes.............21C Mauna Loa Helicopters.......... 25 Pollard Aircraft Sales...............31 Preferred Airparts..................17C Prestige Helicopters................ 29 Schweiss Bi-Fold Doors............12 Simplex Manufacturing........17C Tradewind Int’l...................... 20C Tulsa Propulsion..........................2 Universal Turbine Parts........14C Van Horn Aviation.................15C February 2010

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