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Simplex receives STC for AS350 and 355 aerial cleaning system Jerry Trimble Helicopters student receives flight training scholarship The Helicopter Museum receives a Seaspray Mk 1 radar system HeliGPS is introduced to the market

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Simplex receives STC for AS350 and 355 aerial cleaning system The FAA has granted an STC for Simplex Aerospace’s new power line insulator and windmill cleaning system for the Eurocopter AS350 and 355 series. The STC, number SR02207SE issued on 12-15-2011, is the newest product in the company’s 65 year history of innovation. The Aerial Cleaning system represents the third generation of aerial cleaning equipment delivering superior performance and value to power utility providers and helicopter operators. The Aerial Cleaning system utilizes a 180 gallon water tank significantly increasing operating times between refills. The nozzled boom extends past the rotor tips providing extended washing distance permitting operators to clean hard to reach insulator strings. The power assisted operator control reduces operator fatigue facilitating safer and

longer operating days. In total test results show the Aerial Cleaning system delivers three times the productivity of other systems. Operators and utility providers continue

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to find new uses for Simplex’s versatile washing system. Canadian Helicopters Ltd. purchased the first Aerial Cleaning system for use on the AS350B3 for windmill de-icing operations in Canada.

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ASI Services and Dakota Air Parts formed a strategic partnership in the last quarter of 2011 to better serve the demand of their clients. The alliance between the leader in spare parts supplies and the leader in Rolls-Royce M250 MRO will undoubtedly result in outstanding benefits to their respective customers. According to Kevin Peterson, Overseas and Domestic Sales Agent at ASI Services “Since our companies serve the same target market, now our increased capabilities in both repair and spare parts sales will result in a higher level of happy and loyal clients”. Regarding the new alliance Mr. Lance Thoreson, Vice President of Operations at Dakota Air Parts, stated “We already serve militaries and ministries in different countries in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, Australia and North and South America. As an international company, we can now offer expanded services and capabilities resulting from our partnership with ASI.” As part of their new strategic alliance ASI Services and Dakota Air Parts jointly attended the 2011 Seoul Air Show

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Jerry Trimble Helicopters student receives flight training scholarship Whirly-Girls scholarship awarded to helicopter student. McMinnville, OR—Jerry Trimble Helicopters (JTH) is proud to announce that Jessica Ward has received the Robinson Safety Course Scholarship offered by the Whirly-Girls. The Robinson Safety Course is a 3-day course conducted by the factory in Torrance, CA and includes both flight and ground training. Jessica began training at JTH in the summer of 2010 and received her private pilot license in the R-22. “I was happy to hear that Jessica received the RHC Scholarship. I’m sure it won’t be long before Jessica makes the transition to flying helicopters full-time” says Jerry Trimble. Membership in the Whirly-Girls is open to any woman holding a helicopter rating. They offer scholarships for helicopter flight training. JTH has recently acquired its fourth R-22 and is relocating the R-44 to their

winter satellite base in Thermal, CA to provide instrument training and scenic flights in the Coachella Valley. JTH is planning on expanding their office space in the Fall of 2012 to include more classrooms. The JTH main office, established in 2007, is located in McMinnville, Oregon (MMV). JTH prides itself on offering quality, fast, primary and advanced flight training in the R-22 and R-44. “I believe we have continued to attract students due to the fact that we offer individual attention to each of our students”, said Trimble. “It’s easy to get lost in the bigger flight schools. We enjoy getting to know each of our students on a personal level. Our prices are also the lowest you will find”. McMinnville prices are $214/hour dual and $184/hour solo for the R-22 HP. Jerry specializes in CFI instruction and also offers a touchdown auto course. Jerry Trimble has been flying the

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aeromedical advisory Frederick E. Tilton, M.D. FAA Federal Air Surgeon

Pilots are welcome here Those are the bold-type opening words on an FAA Civil Aerospace Medical Institute (CAMI) brochure entitled Physiological Training Courses for Civil Aviation Pilots. The phrase certainly applies to the courses that are the subject of the brochure, but it also applies to the entire range of resources that CAMI’s Airman Education Program creates and makes available, free, to pilots at http://www.faa. gov/ pilots/safety/ pilotsafetybrochures/. With the 2008 Experimental Aircraft Association’s (EAA) AirVenture® convention just around the corner, we also

want to stress that pilots are welcome at CAMI’s Airman Education Program exhibits and live presentations in the FAA Aviation Safety Center. We have many resources to offer, and we are eager to meet you. If you can’t make it to OshkoshTM , you are still welcome to take advantage of the many resources that the CAMI Airman Education Program has created to help airmen better understand the unique characteristics of the aviation environment. We will profile specific resources over the next few months.

Protecting your eyesight Let’s start with a subject that is timely for summer flying in general, and for AirVenture participants in particular: Protecting your eyes from exposure to harmful solar radiation. The medical certification process has long accommodated the reality that very few are blessed with perfect vision. Unless you are among those fortunate few, the “limitations” portion of your medical certificate will clearly state the requirement for use of corrective lenses when you fly.

So, you want to be a helicopter pilot by Lynn McCloud How do you become a helicopter pilot? Where should you start? “The best place for young people today to start,” says James Lamb, Central Region, FAA Safety Team, “is to find a training provider that trains well and also helps with career development.” There are hundreds of part 141 training centers as well as part 61 programs, which provide helicopter instruction. In addition, selected colleges and universities provide helicopter flight instruction. For example, Kansas State University at Salina offers rotary wing flight training. To help in selecting the right school, the University Aviation Association offers guidance on “Considerations When Choosing a School.” The price tag to get the training and experience to earn a living as a helicopter pilot can be hefty. It’s important to find the right place to provide students “with the skills, knowledge, and understanding as well as with a range of flying experience,” says Aviation Safety Inspector Eric Carroll. “Beyond receiving training, it’s important for prospective helicopter pilots to have an understanding of the prerequisites for employment and a plan to achieve them.” To get a head start, as well as

for continuing education, check out the courses at the FAASafety. gov’s Learning Center on helicopter operations. Helicopter – General and Flight Aerodynamics covers the basics and explains the four forces — lift, weight, thrust, and drag — that act on a helicopter in flight. It also explains additional physical characteristics and effects that are unique to a helicopter and its rotor system while in flight. There are other courses, too, along with safety seminars and special events, which the FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) puts on in cooperation with Helicopter Association International (HAI). If you are not already signed up, register at FAASafety.gov and on the Certificates & Ratings tab specify the rotorcraft certificates you have/are seeking in order to get information about helicopter events. Check out the FAA’s Rotorcraft Flying Handbook, a technical manual for applicants preparing for their private, commercial, or flight instructor pilot certificates with a helicopter or gyroplane class rating. The handbook includes detailed coverage of aerodynamics, flight controls, systems, performance, flight maneuvers, emergencies, and aeronautical decision-making. It is never too early to get involved

with a professional association and to start reading helicopter publications and websites. At www.rotor.com, HAI offers a student membership, with the first year free for full- or part-time students enrolled in a flight training school, A & P school, college, or university. The American Helicopter Society International (AHS), billed as the world’s premier vertical flight technical society, also offers a student membership and has several technical publications. Both HAI and AHS offer scholarships. Among the leading trade publications are Rotor & Wing, which includes a training tab on its website. For those interested in helicopter maintenance, check out www.helimx.com, a magazine dedicated to helicopter maintenance. Educational resources are also available from manufacturers. For example, Bell Helicopter has a number of educational and safety materials available on its Helicopter Professional Pilots Safety Program, or HELI PRO PS, website including its Human AD newsletter, which stresses the human factors involved in actual accidents and incidents. Lynn McCloud is a contributing editor for FAA Safety Briefing.

Wearing glasses or contact lenses when you fly meets the legal requirement, but corrective lenses are not enough. Because infrared and ultraviolet radiation from the sun can damage your eyes, you also need protective lenses. The right sunglasses can help protect your eyes from exposure to harmful solar radiation. Sunglasses also reduce the effects of harsh sunlight, decrease eye fatigue, and protect your eyes from the risk of impact with objects (such as flying debris from a bird strike).

Beyond the image Sunglasses have long been part of the “cool pilot” image. When you are selecting your next pair of flying sunglasses, though, be sure to consider function along with fashion. Here are just of a few tips from CAMI’s Sunglasses for Pilots: Beyond the Image brochure: • Wear sunglasses that incorporate 99 to 100% UVA (ultraviolet-A) and UVB (ultraviolet-B) protection. • Weigh the pros and cons of the most common lens materials in use (“crown” glass, monomer plastic (CR-39®), and polycarbonate plastic). • Choose a tint that screens out only 70 to 85% of visible light, and does not appreciably distort color. • Avoid polarized lenses, which can reduce or eliminate the visibility of instruments with anti-glare filters. For more information, go to: www.faa. gov/ pilots/safety/pilotsafetybrochures/

Come see us We look forward to seeing you, along with your corrective and protective eyewear, at the FAA Aviation Safety Center in Oshkosh. In the meantime, good health and safe flying! Dr. Tilton received both an M.S. and a M.D. degree from the University of New Mexico and an M.P.H. from the University of Texas. During a 26-year career with the U.S. Air Force, Dr. Tilton logged more than 4,000 hours as a command pilot and senior flight surgeon flying a variety of aircraft. He currently flies the Cessna Citation 560 XL.

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March 2012 March 7-9, 2012 Cygnus Aviation Expo Las Vegas, NV www.cygnusaviationexpo.com

April 2012 April 1-4, 2012 2012 AAAA Professional Forum & Expo Nashville, TN www.quad-a.org April 22-27, 2012 MTLI Wheeling, WV www.aams.org

May 8-10, 2012 EBACE Geneva, Switzerland www.ebace.aero

June 2012 June 4-6, 2012 St. Petersburg Int’l Conference on Intergrated Navigation Systems St. Petersburg, Russia www.aiaa.org June 11-15, 2012 Eurosatory 2012 Paris, France eurosatory.com

July 2012 July 9-15, 2012 Farnborough International United Kingdom www.farnborough.com

July 11-14, 2012 ALEA - 42nd Annual Conference Reno, NV alea.org July 23-29, 2012 EAA Airventure Oshkosh, WI www.airventure.org

October 2012 October 28, 2012 Wings, Wheels and Rotors Los Alamitos, OC California wwrexpo.net October 30 - November 1, 2012 65th Annual NBAA Convention Orlando, FL nbaa.org

May 2013 May 14-16, 2013 EBACE Geneva, Switzerland www.ebace.aero

September 2012 September 24-26, 2013 Helitech Duxford, UK helitechevents.com

October 2013 October TBA AMTC Virginia Beach, VA www.aams.org October 22-24, 2013 66th Annual NBAA Convention Las Vegas, NV nbaa.ord

October 2014 October 21-23, 2014 67th Annual NBAA Convention Orlando, FL nbaa.org

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The Helicopter Museum receives a Seaspray Mk 1 radar system The Helicopter Museum (THM) in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset took delivery of an obsolete Seaspray Mk 1 surveillance radar system as an early Christmas present on 14th December, for its recently restored Westland Navy Lynx HAS Mk.2 prototype. The Lynx HAS Mk.2 in the museum collection was the second prototype (XX910), which carried out the early flight testing of the Lynx Seaspray installation and the associated Sea Skua air-to-surface missile system. At the time a Cold War threat had emerged from missile-armed fast attack boats in service with the Soviet and Warsaw Pact navies. The potential damage these craft could inflict was demonstrated in October 1967, when Styx missiles fired from a Russian-built Komar class attack boat of the Egyptian Navy sank an Israeli destroyer. Seaspray was designed specifically for the Lynx to counter this threat. This

required a forward-scanning, lightweight and compact, high performance all weather surveillance radar that could detect and track small fast-moving surface targets at significant distances and provide illumination and guidance support for the Sea Skua anti-surface vessel guided missile, being developed concurrently by the BAC Guided Weapons Division. The contract to develop Seaspray was issued to Ferranti Radar Systems in Edinburgh in 1969, with flight testing in XX910 getting underway in 1974. These trials were completed in early 1975 at Portland, Dorset where the radar was assessed against fast patrol boats off the Dorset coast, despite interruptions by Russian surveillance trawlers trying to gather the top secret electronic data. Following a lengthy test career, XX910 was donated to the museum in 2000 and earlier in 2011 underwent restoration by a

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team of volunteers at RNAS Yeovilton. Acquisition of the radar system will complete this work. Collections Officer Kathryn Tucker said “We have yet to decide whether to display the radar alongside XX910 or to install it in the aircraft, but a growing shortage of display space makes installation more likely. Either way we shall try and ensure it is viewable by visitors”.

The system has been donated by the Edinburgh division of Selex Galileo.

of Selex Galileo, following a meeting between the chairman of THM Trustees, Elfan ap Rees, and senior managers of the company at a “40th Anniversary of Seaspray” gathering during the 2011 Paris Air Show. The Seaspray system was developed in Edinburgh by the former Ferranti Defence Systems company before it was later taken over by GEC-Marconi. This in turn became part of BAE Systems before being acquired by Finmeccanica in 2007 and renamed Selex Galileo. Later versions of Seaspray continue in production today for both rotary and fixed-wing applications, including the Lynx successor, the AgustaWestland AW159 Wildcat, which is due to enter Royal Navy service soon.

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territory, pilot clause. Sometime the declaration page is accepted as proof of insurance rather than getting a specific Certificate of Insurance. Aircraft Hull and Liability Insurance – Aircraft Insurance in the U.S. comes in two parts, Hull and Liability, issued in the same policy. In other parts of the world they are issued as two separate policies for the same aircraft. Aircraft Hull Insurance - Reimburses the insured for physical damage to the aircraft due to an accident or incident. Typically does not cover loss of use, diminished value or wear and tear. Aircraft Liability Insurance -

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HeliGPS is introduced to the market After two years of tests on thousands of acres HeliGPS was introduced to the market. HeliGPS is a GPS mapping and guidance software package that runs on any Windows PC. By utilizing standard off-the-shelf hardware it provides a very cost-effective solution to GPS guidance in forestry and agriculture applications. Pilots simply bring a netbook or tablet into the aircraft, connect a GPS receiver and start their work. Half or even quarter boom operations are properly recorded with the optional EK-45 device and the software may be controlled from a simple multi-position thumb switch. The applied passes are shown as a 3D projection allowing the operator to view a larger area ahead. Many highend features such as Google Earth KML file import/exports, ESRI shape files import/exports, waypoint imports,

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seamless weather data integration or the loading of previous operation data in the background assist the pilot in his daily work. The pilot may also add information such as customer data, products used, rates applied and others to the current operation file. All data of a job or field is stored in a single file making it easy to transfer the complete information to the office or to a different unit. HeliGPS supports the business with customizable outputs to standard office applications such as MS Excel for the creation of spray records or invoices directly from the application. The benefits of this system are further enhanced with standard features found on any Windows system. Using wireless or a standard internet connection, files may be sent to the

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volatile memory and have been shipped to the National Transportation Safety Board’s vehicle recorders laboratory to see if they contain any data that is relevant to the accident flight. The Digital Engine Control Unit (DECU) was damaged and the DECU was not shipped. At 1815, the recorded weather at the Indianapolis Executive Airport, near Indianapolis, Indiana, was: Wind 040 degrees at 11 knots gusting to 16 knots; visibility 5 statute miles; present weather rain; sky condition overcast 600 feet; temperature 8 degrees C; dew point 8 degrees C; altimeter 29.92 inches of mercury. NTSB Identification: *ERA12LA063* Date: November 05, 2011 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Aircraft: Robinson Helicopter R22 BETA Injuries: 2 Minor. On November 5, 2011, about 1620 eastern standard time, a Robinson R22 BETA was substantially damaged during an autorotation, following a loss of rotor rpm near West Palm Beach, Florida. The certificated private pilot and passenger incurred minor injuries. The personal flight was conducted under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed for the local flight, which departed North Palm Beach Country Airport (F45), West Palm Beach, Florida, about 1530. According to the pilot, the wind was from the north-northeast at 10 knots, gusting to 20 knots, and he was circling a boatyard about 600 feet above the ground. The pilot planned to circle the boatyard while the passenger took some photographs. After completing some circuits, as the helicopter turned southbound, the pilot noticed a loss of airspeed. He moved the cyclic forward in an attempt to maintain airspeed; however, the low rotor rpm horn sounded and accompanying cockpit indication illuminated. When the horn sounded,

the pilot immediately entered an autorotation. During the autorotation, the pilot turned left 180 degrees to fly upwind, and radioed and emergency to air traffic control. During the autorotation, the helicopter impacted powerlines, trees, and a residence. According to a Federal Aviation Administration inspector, the helicopter sustained substantial damage to the main rotor blades and fuselage. The engine was retained for further examination and possible test-run. NTSB Identification: *WPR12LA029* Date: November 08, 2011 Location: San Diego, CA Aircraft: BELL 47D1 Injuries: 2 Uninjured. On November 8, 2011, about 1425 Pacific standard time, a Bell 47D1 landed hard after a loss of engine power during a practice autorotation at Brown Field Municipal Airport, San Diego, California. The pilot was operating the helicopter under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 91. The certified flight instructor (CFI) and the private pilot undergoing instruction were not injured. The helicopter sustained substantial damaged during the accident sequence. The local instructional flight departed Brown Field, about 1355. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan had been filed. The CFI reported that they had just performed a set of uneventful maneuvers in the traffic pattern, and decided to perform a practice autorotation from 1,000 feet above ground level (agl) to a power recovery. During the descent, the pilot undergoing instruction maintained directional control of the helicopter, while the CFI adjusted the rotor rpm. The pilot then began to reapply engine power at 250 feet agl, however, the engine did not respond. He then relinquished the helicopter controls to the CFI, and the helicopter landed hard. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the lower fuselage during the hard landing, and the main rotor blades struck and severed the tailboom. NTSB Identification: *WPR12MA034* Date: November 10, 2011 Location: Pukoo, HI Aircraft: EUROCOPTER EC 130 B4 Injuries: 5 Fatal. On November 10, 2011, about 1214 Hawaiian standard time, a Eurocopter EC 130 B4 collided with mountainous terrain near Pukoo (Island of Molokai),

Hawaii. The commercial pilot and four passengers were fatally injured. The flight was operated under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 135. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and a company flight plan was filed for the local air tour flight. The flight originated from the Kahului Airport (PHOG), Kahului, Hawaii, about 1144. Witnesses reported that their attention was drawn to the helicopter when they heard some form of “woop wooping” sound. One witness observed the helicopter descending from the ridgeline; he reported that he observed pieces falling from the helicopter as it descended. Another witness, who was closest and had the clearest view of the accident helicopter, reported that the helicopter went “straight down” and impacted the ground sideways. All witnesses reported rain showers in the area during the time frame of the accident. Several witnesses reported that the accident occurred between rain “squalls” and one reported that it occurred during a heavy rain “squall.” NTSB Identification: *DCA12RA012* Date: November 11, 2011 Location: Mexico City, Mexico

Aircraft: EUROCOPTER AS332L Injuries: 8 Fatal. On November 11, 2011, a Eurocopter AS 332L Super Puma, registration XC-UHM, operated by Fuerza Aerea Mexicana (Presidential Use), crashed in a rural area south of Mexico City, enroute from Camp Marte, Mexico to Cuernavaca, Mexico. The eight passengers and crew were fatally injured. The investigation is being conducted by the Mexican Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC). At the request of the Mexican Government, the NTSB has designated a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the investigation. NTSB Identification: *CEN12WA063* Date: November 12, 2011 Location: Andratx, Spain Aircraft: HUGHES 500 Injuries: 2 Fatal. On November 12, 2011, approximately 1020 coordinated universal time, a Hughes 500E impacted terrain under unknown circumstances near Andratx, Mallorca, Spain. The pilot and passenger were both fatally injured. A post crash fire ensued. The local flight departed the Son Bonet Airport (LESB), Palma, Mallorca, Spain.

NTSB Identification: *WPR12LA036* Date: November 14, 2011 Location: Woodburn, OR Aircraft: BELL 206B Injuries: 1 Serious. On November 14, 2011, about 1430 Pacific standard time a Bell 206B collided with terrain during an external load operation near Woodburn, Oregon. The commercial pilot sustained serious injuries. The helicopter sustained substantial damaged during the accident sequence. The local flight departed from a road in Oregon City, Oregon, about 2 hours prior to the flight. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan had been filed. The pilot reported that he was lifting bundles of Christmas trees from a field to a loading zone, utilizing a 25-foot-long steel line. Shortly after lifting a load, a bundle fell from the line. As the pilot repositioned the helicopter to reattach the bundle, the line became snagged on an obstacle on the ground. The helicopter pitched down, descended, and collided terrain. NTSB Identification: *WPR12LA039* Date: November 15, 2011 Location: Grand Canyon, AZ

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up an approach to land the helicopter. The pilot stated that at as the helicopter descended, at altitudes of 50 feet and 30 feet agl, the helicopter yawed approximately 30 degrees to the left and right. About 10 feet agl, and almost zero airspeed, the main rotor speed slowed and then stopped. The helicopter fell the remaining distance to ground impact. The pilot cut himself out of his seatbelt, crawled out of the helicopter, and called 911 from his cell phone. NTSB Identification: *ERA12WA086* Date: November 25, 2011 Location: Quito, Ecuador Aircraft: BELL 212 Injuries: 4 Serious. On November 25, 2011, about 1640 coordinated universal time (1140 local time), a Bell 212, was substantially damaged when it impacted steep terrain next to the company’s helipad in Quito, Ecuador. The two Ecuadorian pilots and two onboard mechanics were seriously injured. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the local post-maintenance check flight conducted under Ecuadorian flight regulations. NTSB Identification: *CEN12FA091* Date: November 24, 2011 Location: Hackensack, MN Aircraft: Robinson Helicopter Co. R44 II Injuries: 1 Fatal,1 Minor. On November 24, 2011, approximately 1900 central standard time, a Robinson R44 II helicopter sustained substantial damage when it impacted water following a loss of control while maneuvering near Hackensack, Minnesota. The private pilot sustained fatal injuries and the passenger sustained minor injuries. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and a flight plan was not filed for the 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The flight departed Alexandria, Minnesota, at an unknown time. According to local authorities who spoke with the passenger, the pilot was maneuvering for a landing near his residence. While in a hover over the lake, the passenger heard a “bang/boom” and the helicopter immediately yawed to the right and impacted the water. The passenger was able to swim to shore. The helicopter was recovered from the lake on November 25th. Postaccident examination of the helicopter showed damage to the fuselage and main rotor blades. The helicopter was recovered to a secure facility for further examination.

NTSB Identification: *CEN12IA096* Date: December 01, 2011 Location: Gulf Of Mexico, GM Aircraft: Bell Helicopter Canada 407 Injuries: 2 Uninjured. On December 1, 2011, about 1005 central standard time, a Bell 407 helicopter, N435PH, was successfully autorotated to the water following a loss of engine power while in cruise flight over the Gulf of Mexico. The helicopter was not damaged during the on water landing. The commercial pilot, and sole passenger, were not injured. The helicopter was registered to and operated by PHI, Inc., under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 135 as a non-scheduled air-taxi flight. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and a company flight plan had been filed. The flight originated from platform EC278-C, and was en route to platform EC261, both in the Gulf Of Mexico. According to the pilot, while en route to EC261 the engine chip light illuminated. The flight was abeam platform EC278-B at the time, and the pilot elected to divert for a precautionary landing. While on the base leg to EC278-B, the pilot heard a loud whining noise followed by a loud popping noise and the helicopter began to yaw. The pilot entered an autorotation, called mayday, inflated the floats, and performed a successful water landing. The pilot and passenger were able to exit the helicopter unassisted into a life raft and were picked up within 10 minutes. The helicopter remained upright for approximately 20 minutes before overturning. The helicopter was recovered for further examination.

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Manufacturer/Model: AgustaWestland AW139 Total production (all variants): >300 First flight Feb 2001 Engine(s): (2) Pratt & Whitney PT6C-67C HP (takeoff) 2 x 1,679 hp/2 x 1,252 kw ea. Dimensions: main rotor 45.25 ft/13.8 m, Tail rotor: 8.83 ft/2.70 m, Height: 12.25 ft/3.7 m, Length: 44.33 ft/13.52 m, Width: 7.42 ft/2.26 m Empty weight: 8,124 lbs/3,685 kg Gross weight: 14,110 lbs/6,400 kg Useful load: 5,986 lbs/2,715 kg External: 6,868 lbs/3,115 kg Vne: 167 kts/310 kmh Max cruise: 165 kts/306 kmh Max rate of climb: 2,140 fpm/10.9 ms HIGE: 15,360 ft/4,682 m HOGE: 8,130 ft/2,478 m Service ceiling: 20,000 ft/6,096 m S/E, service ceiling 11,600 ft/3,535 m Std fuel: 414 gal/1,568 lit Max fuel: 546 gal/2,068 lit Max range std fuel (no reserve): 437 nm/809 km Range with opt fuel: 573 nm/1,061 km VFR/IFR Crew: 1/2 Passengers up to 15

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Manufacturer/Model: Bell Helicopter 206L4 Total Production (all variants): 1,750+ Comments: Features a high inertia two bladed main rotor providing excellent autorotation characteristics, a smooth ride with outstanding hot/high performance and competitive operating costs. Engines: Rolls Royce 250-C30P HP (Takeoff) 726 SHP/541 kw Dimensions: Main Rotor 37 ft/11.3 m, Tail Rotor 5.4 ft/1.7 m, Height: 10.3 ft/3.1 m, Length: 42.4 ft/12.9 m, Width: 7.7 ft/2.3 m Empty Weight: 2,327 lb/1,056 kg Max Gross Weight Std: 4,450 lb/2,018 kg Max Gross Weight Alt: n/a Useful Load Std: 2,123 lb/962 kg Useful Load Alt: n/a External: 2,000 lb/907 kg, Vne: 130 kn 241 km/h Max Cruise: 112 kn 207 km/h Max Rate of Climb: 1,320 fpm 6.7 mps HIGE: 10,000 ft/3,048 m HOGE: 6,500 ft/1,981 m Service Ceiling: 10,000 ft/3,048 m S/,E Service Ceiling n/a Std Fuel: 110.7 gal/419 L Max Fuel n/a IFR Crew: n/a VFR Crew: 1 Passengers 6

Manufacturer/Model: Enstrom 480B Guardian (police) Total production (all variants): 23 First flight 1988 Comments: Seats five people for executive transport or three people with dual controls for flight training or patrol missions. Change-over is accomplished in minutes. Includes numerous police options. Engine(s): (1) Rolls-Royce 250-C20W HP (takeoff) 420 shp, 305 shp for take-off, 277 for continuous Dimensions: main rotor 32.0 ft/9.7 m Tail rotor 5.0 ft/1.5 m, Height 9.6 ft/2.9 m, Length 30.01 ft/9.1 m, Width 8.1 ft/2.5 m Empty weight: 1,800 lbs/816 kg Gross weight 3,000 lbs Useful load: 1,200 lbs/544 kg, External 1,000 lbs/453 kg Vne: 125 kts Max cruise: 115 kts Max rate of climb: 1,600 fpm HIGE: 15,600 ft/ 4,755 m HOGE: 14,000 ft/4,267 m Service ceiling: 13,000 ft/3,963 m S/E, service ceiling N/A Std fuel: 90 gal/340 lit Max fuel: 90 gal/340 lit Max range: std fuel (no reserve) 375 nm/694 km VFR Crew: 1 Passengers 4

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Manufacturer/Model: Eurocopter AS 350B3 AStar Total production (all variants): 3,254 Engine(s): Arriel 2B HP (takeoff) 847 shp Dimensions: main rotor 35.07 ft/10.69 m, Tail rotor 6.10 ft/1.86 m, Height 10.96 ft/3.34 m, Length 42.45 ft/12.94 m, Width 8.3 ft/2.53 m Empty weight: 2,707 lb/1,228 kg Gross weight: 4,960 lbs/2,250 kg Optional gross weight: 5,225 lb/2,370 kg Useful internal load: 2,253 lbs/1,022 kg, External 3,086 lbs/ 1,400 kg Vne: 155 kts/287 kmh Max cruise: 140 kts/258 kmh Max rate of climb: 1,979 fpm/10.0 ms HIGE: 13,285 ft/4,050 m HOGE: 11,200 ft/3,415 m Service ceiling: 16,630 ft/5,070 m Std fuel: 143 gal/540 lit Max fuel: Ferry Tank 268 gal/1,015 lit Max range std fuel (no reserve): 359 nm/665 km Range with opt fuel: 673 nm/1,246 km VFR Crew: 1 Passengers 6

Manufacturer/Model: MD Helicopters, Inc. MD 500E Total production (all variants): 4,862 First flight 1963 Comments: The MD 500E is the lastest version of the venerable OH-6A Series developed for the U.S. Army, for service in Vietnam and beyond. It is currently in use by law enforcement agencies, utility operators, and both U.S. and international militaries. (All dual specs apply to C-20B/C-20R, respectively.) Engine(s): Rolls-Royce 250-C20B/C20R HP (takeoff) 420 shp/450 shp Dimensions: main rotor 24.6 ft/8.1 m, Tail rotor 4.6 ft/1.4 m, Height 9.7 ft/2.9 m, Length 30.8 ft/9.4 m, Width 6.3 ft/1.9 m Empty weight: 1,481lbs/672 kg ; 1,517 lbs/689 kg Gross weight: 3,550 lbs/1,613 kg ; 3,550 lbs/1,613 kg Useful load: 1,519 lbs/690 kg; 1,483 lbs/674 kg External: 2,069 lbs/940 kg; 2,033 lbs/924 kg Vne: 152 kts/282 km/h sea level Max Cruise: 135 kts/248 km/h sea level Max rate of climb: 1,770 fpm/9.0 ms HIGE: 8,500 ft/2,591 m; 11,300 ft/3,444 m std day HOGE: 6,000 ft/1,829 m; 8,700 ft/2,652 m std day Service ceiling: 13,000 ft/4,227 m;16,500 ft/5,029 m ISA Std fuel: 64 gal/ 242 lit Max range: std fuel (no reserve) 239 nm/443 km; 233 nm/431 km VFR Crew: 1 Passengers 4

Manufacturer/Model: Robinson R44 II Total production (all variants): 1,799 First flight March 30, 1991 Comments: Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top-selling helicopter used for executive transport, law enforcement, and utility. Options: R44 Clipper with fixed utility or pop-out floats; Newscopter with turn-key ENG package for live broadcast; Police Helicopter with all equipment necessary for airborne law enforcement. Engine(s): (1) Lycoming O-540-F1B5 HP (takeoff) 260 shp derated to 225 Dimensions: main rotor 33 ft/10.1 m, Tail rotor 4.8 ft/1.5 m, Height 10.8 ft/3.3 m, Length 38.3 ft/11.7 m, Width 7.2 ft/2.2 m Empty weight: 1,420 lbs/644 kg Gross weight 2,400 lbs/1,089 kg Useful load: 980 lbs/445 kg External: None Vne: 120 kts/222 kmh Max cruise 115 kts/ 213 kmh Max rate of climb: over 1,000 fpm HIGE: 6,400 ft/1,951 m @ 2,400 lbs (gw) HOGE: N/A Service ceiling: 14,000 ft/4,267 m S/E service ceiling 5,100 ft @ 2,200 lbs Std fuel: 48.9 gal/185 lit Max range: std fuel (no reserve) 365 nm/676 km Max fuel: N/A Range with opt fuel N/A VFR Crew: 1 Passengers 3

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