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2002 Robinson R44 Clipper I REGISTRATION: N442EK SERIAL NUMBER: 1146 TOTAL TIME: 2,200, 3 HRS SMOH ASKING PRICE: $315,000 CONTACT: 805-512-1371, Dan@LightHelicopterDepot.com www.robinsonhelicopterparts.com More about this helicopter on page 20

INSIDE THIS EDITION: THN goes global; Come fly with Loudoun Aviation; Protecting your tail; Contracts & Leases; Hundreds of up to date classified ads June 2009

calendar of events June 2009 June 15-21 Paris Air Show, LeBourget, Paris France, www.paris-air-show.com

July 2009 July 12-14 ALA 2009, Miami, FL, www.ala-internet.com July 22-23 UV Europe, Cardiff, Wales, www.shephard.co.uk July 22-25 ALEA 2009, Savannah, GA, www.alea.org July 27-August 2 EAA Airventure, Oshkosh, WI, www.airventure.org

August 2009 August 10-13 AIAA Guidance, Navigation & Control Conference & Exhibition, Chicago, IL, www.aiaa.org

September 2009 September 8-10 Asian Aerospace International Expo, Hong Kong, China, www.asianaerospace.com September 8-11 DSEi Exhibition 2009, London, UK, www.dsei.co.uk September 15-17 AIAA Space Conference & Exhibition, Pasadena, CA, www.aiaa.org September 21-24 AIAA ATIO & ANERS, Hilton Head, SC, www.aiaa.org September 22-24 Helitech Europe, Duxford, Cambridge, UK, www.helitech.co.uk September 23-24 MRO Europe 2009 Conference & Exhibition, Hamburg, Germany, www.aviationweek.com Sept 30- October 1 NightVision/EOS 2009, Gaylord Nat’l Hotel & Conv Ctr, www. shephard.co.uk

October 2009 October 20-22 NBAA 62nd Annual Meeting and Convention, Orlando, FL, www.nbaa.org 2

October 20-22 AFCEA Infotech, Dayton, OH, www.dwafcea.org October 25 Wings, Wheels & Rotors, Los Alamitos Army Airfield, www.WWREXPO.net October 26-28 AMTC, San Jose, CA www.aams.org

November 2009 November 4-5 Heli-Power 2009, Prague, Czech Republic, www.shephard.co.uk November 5-7 AOPA Expo, Tampa, FL, www.apoa.org November 30-December 2 Int’l Aviation Trade Show & Congress, Cancun, Mexico, www.expo-ciam.com

February 2010 February TBA IDEX 2010, Abu Dhabi, UAE, www. idex2009.com 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

July 2010

P.O. Box 850 • Perry, GA 31069 USA 475 Myrtle Field Rd. • Perry, GA 31069 USA

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

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August 2010

ADVERTISING: Ernie Eggler & Jackie Trotter

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

October 2010 October TBA 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

NOVEMBER 2010 November 15-19 Dubai Helishow 2010, Dubai, www.dubaiairshow.org

May 2011 May 1-6 MTLI, Wheeling, WV, www.aams.org May 17-19 EBACE, Geneva, Switzerland, www.ebace.aero This edition mailed on: May 26, 2009

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May 2010 May 4-6 EBACE, Geneva, Switzerland, www.ebace.aero May 25-27 Heli-Pacific 2010, RACV Royal Pines Resort Australia, www.shephard.co.uk

June 2010 June 8-13 ILA, Berlin, Germany, www.ila-berlin.com June 14-18 Eurosatory, Paris, France, www.eurosatory.com

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INSIDE THIS EDITION: Come fly with Loudoun Aviation, British team challenges for World Helicopter Championships, Tim McAdam’s Protecting your tail...plus much more! June 2009

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THN goes global The June edition of The Helicopter Newspaper brings further enhancements to our audience development and more services to our advertisers. This month, The Helicopter Newspaper made its debut on the worldwide stage. June marks the first edition that is produced in print for our United States subscribers and digitally for our international subscribers. This bypasses the common delays with international circulation, and delivers our content directly to the international reader as if they were in the city beside us. The advent of The Helicopter Newspaper digital brings our circulation to over 10,000 copies per month, reaching over 50,000 readers. Our distribution numbers are real. You will not find our publication on a newsstand. The digital edition of The Helicopter Newspaper is a perfect clone of our printed version; same articles, same up-to-date classifieds and same companies displayed on the pages. You simply turn the page with your mouse instead of your hand. If you are a reader in the United States, fill out our subscription form for a paid

subscription and you can start receiving your newspaper via your inbox and first class mail. Speaking of your inbox, don’t miss The Helicopter Newspaper’s twice monthly eEdition. This email contains recently updated classified ads and pertinent press releases. It is a great way to stay on top of the market and the industry. If you missed one, simply go to our website, www. thehelicopternewspaper.com, to browse our instantly updated classifieds and OnTheNet articles of interest. June’s edition brings us Loudoun Aviation (see page 5) where Peter Leonard-Morgan specializes in Agusta and Sikorsky helicopters. Peter has a wealth of knowledge on these manufacturers and can assist you in the brokerage of your aircraft. His website is also packed with professional level photography of his current inventory. In his monthly column, Jim Gardner gives us an extensive analysis of an agreement between a repair facility and a charter service (see page 7). The column is quasitechnical, but well worth the read.

Hopefully your June edition is reaching your mailbox right on time. If you are still having issues receiving your newspaper, you may want to try calling your local post office to see if there are any problems in your area. You may also call our office and we will help track your mailing. Keep an extra eye out this summer. As I said last month, everyone is busier. With safety at the forefront and our industry in the spotlight, we need to minimize most of our “non-essential” distractions. Whether it be lots going on in the cockpit, unfamiliar

aircraft, unfamiliar crew or even management that has lost touch, let’s keep our head in the game. The workload will be manageable (eventually), the aircraft will become familiar, you will get to know your crew and the management will soon realize their shortcomings. As always, we are constantly making improvements and changes to each issue. Your comments are welcomed and encouraged. Send them through our website, www.thehelicopternewspaper. com or email them directly to info@thehelicopternewspaper. com.

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Aeronautical school gets like-new helicopter by Dan Heath Press Republican staff writer

PLATTSBURGH, NY — Plattsburgh Aeronautical Institute has landed another key piece of equipment. The fledgling Federal Aviation Administration-certified Part 147 airframe and power plant school received a Revolution Helicopters Mini-500 and parts that could be used to build another. Aeronautical Institute Program Coordinator Jim McCartney said the helicopter and parts are valued at about $86,000. It’s a like-new helicopter. “It has 1 hour of flight time and 6 hours of run time,” he said. “This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to have such an intact aircraft in such pristine condition.” Equipment from the second kit will be used for classroom

instruction he said. Trygve Svard, a Honeywell engineer from the Minneapolis area, donated the kit-built, oneperson helicopter to the institute. His colleagues helped him reconfigure the aircraft to be powered by a Wankel engine, a rotary power-plant. That gives students another type of engine to work on and study. Svard also donated a run stand and smaller Wankel engine. The donation was arranged through Katrina Bradshaw of BuildAPlane, a 501(c)3 nonprofit

organization based in Malibu, CA. The organization is dedicated to promoting aviation and aerospace careers by giving young people the opportunity to build aircraft. The only expense to the Aeronautical Institute was the cost of transport from Minnesota to Plattsburgh. McCartney and his wife went to Minneapolis Easter weekend to pick up the helicopter and truck it back to Plattsburgh. Conroy and Conroy sent crane operator Ron Clark and riggertruck driver Greg Burnell, plus

two cranes, to the former Clinton County Airport to help unload the helicopter. “This is not the first time they’ve helped us out,” McCartney said. Champlain Valley Educational Services crew under Maintenance Supervisor Jerry Brooks also assisted. McCartney said there’s still a lot of work to be done with the curriculum, such as lesson plans, for the start of classes this fall. Construction and renovations are expected to start early next month and be completed around the end of June.

AgustaWestland unveils the TUHP 149 AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, has unveiled a fullscale mock-up of the TUHP 149 helicopter at IDEF 2009 in Istanbul. The TUHP 149 is the AgustaWestland candidate for the Turkish Utility Helicopter Programme (TUHP). It is a new generation 8.1-ton, medium lift, multi-role helicopter designed to meet the military requirements of Turkish end users. The TUHP 149 maximizes the involvement of TAI and additional leading Turkish aerospace and defence companies, including ASELSAN, TEI, ROKETSAN, HAVELSAN, building on the strategic partnership already set up by AgustaWestland and

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Turkish industries through the ATAK programme. The TUHP 149 features a wide, constant cross section and unobstructed cabin with large sliding doors. The cabin can be easily reconfigured to meet different operational requirements with the capability to transport up to 18 equipped troops. The leading edge technology, open architecture digital avionics and integrated mission and weapon systems allow the aircraft to undertake a wide range of missions. The high performance twin engine helicopter is designed for operations in all environments day and night. The aircraft can be configured to carry a wide range of weapons,

including rocket launchers, airto-surface and machine-guns as well as external auxiliary tanks in a variety of combinations. Pintle mounted machine-guns can also be fitted on fixed frame windows or in the doors. Structural provisions for the installation of an external cargo hook, heavy duty rescue hoist and a wide range of other mission equipment are provided. The TUHP 149, due to its modular design for rapid role reconfiguration, is perfectly suited to perform an impressive range of duties including troop transport, battlefield and logistic operations, fire support, SAR and combat SAR, special forces operations, reconnaissance, surveillance, CASEVAC, command control and communication, external load lifting as well as VIP military transport. The new technology TUHP 149 has been designed from the outset with low support and maintenance requirements to minimize the operating costs and the through life ownership costs. A range of support and training services packages will be available to provide cost effective through life support to meet customer’s requirements. A full “Level D” flight simulator is also envisaged.

Come fly with Loudoun Aviation In early 2001, Peter LeonardMorgan moved from his native England to the east coast of the United States and, together with Susan Kopacz, founded Loudoun Aviation, Inc. At that time, Loudoun County,

of Virginia equestrian country. As Susan so eloquently put it, “Dulles is a great airport base but Purcellville is so convenient for all our staff, and has equally increased our productivity and quality of life!”. The company is well represented

Susan Kopacz

Virginia, was the fastest growing county in America and home to numerous high-tech corporations and Fortune 500 companies in the Dulles Tech Corridor. Of course, with the seat of the U.S. government just a stone’s throw away in Washington D.C., it seemed appropriate to give the county’s name to the new venture. Drawing upon his experience as Director of Global Aircraft Sales for London based Lynton Aviation, Peter launched in to sales and acquisition services of primarily corporate VIP twin turbine helicopters, complementing Susan’s parallel expertise in the corporate jet sales and acquisition domain. Loudoun’s primary specialty lies with Agusta and Sikorsky pre-owned machines, although it has dealt with all of the turbine manufacturers during its eight year history. The company recently relocated its headquarters from its Washington Dulles Airport facility to new, larger offices in rural Loudoun County in the town of Purcellville, Virginia, at the heart

geographically with an office in Salt Summary format. Loudoun has Lake City and Geneva, Switzerland, tracked many of the major fixed helping to reach out to clients west and east of the nation’s capital. Currently, Loudoun Aviation is proud to represent two excellent Agusta 109E Powers for sale, both located in Europe, as well as a number Loudoun Aviation has this beautiful 2001 Agusta 109E of corporate Power for sale. For more information about this helicopter, jets, including please see page 21. a Bombardier Global Express, Falcon 900EX and and rotary wing markets for Cessna Citation XLS. In addition, a number of years, compiling the company is also the exclusive accurate summaries of the broker representing a one owner individual markets for its client Pilatus PC-12 and a Beech 1900D base. Loudoun then sends these 19 seat airliner. summaries to their clients on a One of this company’s greatest monthly basis, which allows those assets is the proprietary Market clients to keep in touch with what is for sale and what is selling, as well as being able to compare the aircraft on a like-for-like basis. Clearly one of the key advantages for Loudoun in taking this extra step is obtaining new clients, buyers and/or sellers of aircraft. Over time, Loudoun has discovered that clients appreciate the dedication to detail, which the company is able to demonstrate. Because the company is so customer service oriented, Loudoun Aviation considers itself is a boutique firm. They prefer to handle around a half dozen aircraft at any given time so that the partners can focus on each and every aircraft it is marketing. The decision was made long ago not to strive for great volume, believing that to do so would jeopardize the personal service nature of the business. Loudoun Aviation would welcome the opportunity to discuss any helicopter or fixed wing brokerage requirements-just call them at 540-751-9542, or visit www. loudounaviation.com for contact information in their other regions.

“Loudoun’s primary specialty lies with Agusta and Sikorsky pre-owned machines...”

Peter Leonard-Morgan

June 2009

Founder of world renowned Bristow Helicopters dies www.lastingtribute.co.uk

Alan Bristow OBE was a successful British businessman best known for founding Bristow Helicopters. He died on 26 April, 2009 at age 85. His company was said to have run helicopters in every country in the world outside the Soviet Union, and was particularly noted for its offshore operations, which aided the oil industry and search and rescue teams. Alan Edgar Bristow was born on 3 September 1923, in Balham, South London, but grew up in Bermuda where his father ran a naval dockyard. He went to grammar school in Portsmouth when his father got a similar position there. Still a teenager, he served with the Navy in the Second World War, seeing action off the European, African and Japanese coasts. In 1944 he joined the Fleet Air Arm

to train as a pilot. He was one of the first Britons to fly the American Sikorsky R-4 helicopter. After the war, he was hired by

helicopter flight and he experienced numerous engine failures and crashes – he once had to land on an iceberg during a snowstorm when his rotor blade iced up. He also managed and flew a helicopter operation that included flying up and down the Seine with a pair of circus trapeze artists tethered After graduating as a pilot, Bristow was one of the first Britons beneath his to master the difficult, unpredictable Sigorsky R4. Appears on helicopter. After some www.timesonline.co.uk. Photo credit: Bryn Colton early success Westland as a helicopter test pilot selling helicopters to the French and then worked in France and and Dutch, he founded Bristow several of its foreign territories. It was Helicopters and moved into the perilous work in the early days of oil business, co-operating with war

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hero Douglas Bader who was then working for Shell. Bristow was known for his gambling and the risks he took on North Sea gas and oil exploration in the 1960s. As well as Bristow, he revived British United Airways in a threeyear period. He was also known for innovations in land-based transport and agricultural machinery. He was a staunch supporter of the Conservative Party and supplied helicopters for Margaret Thatcher’s election campaigns. In the 1980s he tried to buy out his former employers, Westland Helicopters, but the deal fell apart when Bristow uncovered a secret government loan, leading to the resignation of two Cabinet ministers. He finally relinquished control of the company in the mid-90s, selling to Offshore Logistics. A decade later that company changed its name to The Bristow Group to capitalise on Bristow’s renown success in the world of the helicopter industry. Bristow was an inventor and innovator. He built a rapid transit vehicle for town centers in the late 1980s, and won the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award for Agricultural Innovation. During his lifetime he received many awards and honors, including the Order of the British Empire in 1966 for his contribution and services to aviation, and Croix de Guerre in 1950 for rescuing four wounded French Foreign Legion soldiers in Indochina, under mortar fire. He had moved to Indochina in 1949, in an effort to interest the French Air Force in buying Hiller Helicopters to evacuate their wounded. Bristow was also elected a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society in 1967. Personally Bristow was known to be impulsive and have a short temper, but was also known for his loyalty and generosity. He was survived by his wife, Heather, and a son from his first marriage. His first wife and a daughter from that marriage predeceased him.

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

the anatomy of

aviation insurance

Contracts and agreements vs. your insurance policy – A repairs and services agreement Contracts and agreements are a natural part of our aviation business and risk management. Transferring risk between parties is an integral part of these agreements. Some types of agreements common in aviation include aircraft lease agreements, hold harmless agreements, repair and service contracts, hangaring and tenant agreements, pilot services agreements. Whatever the agreement, it probably has an effect on the insurance needs of both parties of the agreement. Your aviation insurance broker cannot offer advice or counsel on contract language. However, one of the most valuable services a good aviation specialty broker should provide is to help interpret the agreement as it pertains to the insurance policy and recommend changes that need to be made to meet the terms of the contract. The following is an adaptation of a recent contract review between a maintenance provider, his attorney and broker. XYZ Aviation, a charter operator, and ABC Services, a maintenance provider, were negotiating terms for ABC to provide major overhaul and refit services for several of XYZ’s leased aircraft. XYZ presented a contract proposal to ABC for their approval. After consulting with an attorney, ABC forwarded the insurance and indemnity sections of the agreement to their insurance agent for review and comment. While most of the document was straight forward, the below two paragraphs caused concern for the attorney as well as the broker. Insurance 5.1 ABC Services shall at all times during the term of this agreement maintain a general liability insurance policy to include Hangar keepers

liability insurance and Products/ Completed operations insurance insuring ABC Services liability for the aircraft and XYZ Aviation’s other property in ABC Services care custody and control in the amount of not less than $5,000,000. ABC Services shall ensure that XYZ Aviation is named as an additional insured under this insurance which shall contain a breach of warranty endorsement, be deemed primary as to any valid and collectible insurance available to XYZ Aviation and shall waive all rights of subrogation against XYZ Aviation. Indemnity 6.1 ABC Services agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless XYZ Aviation … against any and all liabilities, damages, losses, expenses, claims, suits or judgments (including, without limitation, all attorneys’ fees costs and expenses in connection therewith or incident thereto), for the death or bodily injury to any person (including, without limitation, ABC Service’s employees) and for the loss of, damage to or destruction of any property whatsoever in any manner arising out of the negligence or willful misconduct in connection with this agreement or the performance of the services by ABC Services, its agents, employees or subcontractors. The first sentence in paragraph 5.1 is reasonable and prudent. However the requirements for XYZ to be named as additional insured on the general liability policy with a waiver of subrogation is out of the ordinary. In addition XYZ is asking that ABC’s insurance be “primary” over any insurance available to XYZ and to provide a breach of warranty. At first glance it appeared XYZ was not or did not intend to insure the aircraft for hull and liability and was asking ABC to provider first party hull and

liability coverage instead. The “boiler plate” indemnity clause in paragraph 6.1 is not uncommon. While some think it unenforceable, it could be interpreted as ABC agreeing to stand up and take a bullet for XYZ for almost any reason at any time. The unlimited nature of this clause disturbed ABC Services. They wanted their liability to be limited to their insurance coverage. After reviewing the partial document, the broker properly requested the entire document for review and dutifully sent it to the underwriters for comment. In order to clear up the ambiguity, ABC’s legal counsel set up a conference call with XYZ and the legal counsel representing the aircraft lessee. From that conversation it became obvious that the aircraft lessee’s attorney was driving the agreement language process and did not have a full grasp of all the terms and coverages in a general liability policy. He was insisting on similar insurance requirements in the ABC contract that might be expected in an aircraft lease agreement. The following is an email sent to ABC Services and their attorney as a summary of the insurance issues: Reading and understand an insurance “contract” requires a basic understanding of the principles and definitions of basic terms. Some terms are not the insuring agreement but in basic text books covering the subject. However, if you will read the definitions, exclusions, what is covered, and what is not covered, the overlaying logic will reveal itself. Part of the lessee attorney’s issue is the need for a little clarity on the difference between physical damage (property) and liability (casualty) insurance and how they are combined in both an aircraft policy

and an aviation general liability policy. Aircraft insurance is properly called Aircraft Hull and Liability Insurance. It originally came in two parts and is still sold as two separate policies outside the US. Early on in aviation insurance industry the US companies were required combined it into one “Property” and “Casualty” policy. Hangar keeper’s legal liability insurance is part of the general liability policy. It insures against any physical damage done by the policy holder (ABC Services) to a “nonowned” airplane (third party liability) while in the care, custody, and control of the policy holder. It also obligates the insurance company to defend the policy holder against claims that were not caused by the policy holder (i.e. acts of God). By definition it pays for a legitimate “liability” incurred by the policy owner. Another problem may be the misuse of the term “primary”. It appears the lessee’s attorney wants to make sure that ABC Services’ policy will respond without getting XYZ’s policy involved (a reasonable request). It will, unless the damage was not caused by ABC Services. XYZ should carry first party (primary) hull and liability insurance as protection against your insurance company not responding “in the manner they would like.” It is then their option to allow their insurance policy to respond to the damage and ‘subrogate’ against ABC Services for recovery. That is how insurance is designed to work when parties can’t agree on a settlement. Your insurance company has indicated a willingness to name XYZ as additional insured with waiver of subrogation (for a price) on the general liability policy to be effective see INSURANCE, continued on page 9

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thn tid-bits Q&A QUESTION: What does the magnetic strip on the pilot license contain and what is it used for? ANSWER: From the Federal Air Surgeon’s Medial Bulletin: According to the Airmen Certification Branch, the paperwork for certificates is examined and processed in Oklahoma City and the information to print the certificate is sent to a contractor. The “strip” helps ensure that the contractor matches the certificate with the correct card carrier that is mailed with the certificate. The strip contains a sequence number, card type, and the “unique identifier” number. The strip contains no personal information, such as a social security number. FAA Aviation News QUESTION: How do I apply for and get the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award? ANSWER: The Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award recognizes pilots who have demonstrated professionalism, skill, and aviation expertise by maintaining safe flight operations for 50 or more years. You can print an application rom the FAA. Send the application to your local flight standards district office. aopa.org QUESTION: When is a 100-hour inspection required? ANSWER: Federal Aviation Regulation 91.409 discusses the 100-hour inspection. The inspection is required when an aircraft is used for hire or when an aircraft and the flight instructor are provided by the same person or entity. A certificated flight instructor can instruct in an aircraft supplied by the student without a 100-hour inspection; only a current annual is required. The phrase “for hire” refers to the person, not the aircraft. If a person merely leases 8

or rents an aircraft to another person and does not provide a pilot or instructor, the aircraft is not required to have a 100-hour inspection. See AOPA’s subject report on inspections for a more detailed explanation. aopa.org

FAA withdraws proposal by Ian J. Twombly

A proposed rule that would have required every aviation repair station in the country to institute a quality control system to meet international standards will be withdrawn this summer by the FAA. If the rule had gone through as proposed, the FAA said it estimated it would have cost smaller repair stations around $34,000 to come into compliance. “The proposal would have placed a substantial burden on operators of small repair stations that work on general aviation airplanes,” said Rob Hackman, AOPA’s senior director of regulatory affairs. “That, in turn, would have raised rates for pilots or put shops out of business.” AOPA commented in opposition to the proposal in March 2007, something the FAA took to heart. “We are withdrawing the NPRM because we have determined that it does not adequately address the current repair station environment and because of the significant issues commenters raised,” the agency said. The FAA plans to release a notice this summer that will formally withdraw the notice of proposed rulemaking. aopa.org

Textron receives contract WASHINGTON - Textron Inc has received a $60.3 million U.S. Army contract to supply 24 Bell Armed 407 helicopters to Iraq, with an option for 26 more, the

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U.S. Defense Department said. The helicopters are part of a weapons package unveiled last December to boost the Iraqi Air Force as U.S. armed forces prepare to leave Iraq by the end of 2011. The Army is middleman under the Pentagon’s Foreign Military Sales program. The initial 24 helicopters are to be produced over 27 months and the others within another 13 months if the option is exercised, the Pentagon’s daily contract digest said. Work is to be performed in Alliance, Texas, (55%) and Mirabel, Quebec, (45%) with an estimated completion date of Sept. 30, 2012, the Defense Department said. Reuters–reporting by Jim Wolf, editing by Steve Orlofsky

Ice protection system demo Goodrich Corporation has successfully demonstrated the durability and performance of its new DuraTherm™ ice protection technology on a Boeing AH-64 Apache helicopter engine inlet sectional mockup. The U.S. Army Apache helicopter fleet is to be equipped with the DuraTherm™ ice protection system as part of the Block III upgrade program. The ice protection system and associated controller technology was designed and produced by Goodrich’s Sensors and Integrated Systems teams in Uniontown, OH, Vergennes, VT and Union, WV.

Longhorn trains pilots DENTON, TX – Longhorn Helicopters, Inc. of Denton, TX has teamed with Aero Dynamix of Euless, TX to provide Night Vision Goggle training in their Sikorsky S-300C™ helicopters and Bell 206 utilizing the NVG compatible lighting system created by Aero Dynamix. This allows Longhorn Helicopters

to train pilots in NVG at a substantially lower cost than conventional NVG methods. This also allows Aero Dynamix to be a complete night vision supplier for all of their customers NVG needs. Aero Dynamix offers NVG modification and full repair/ overhaul capabilities for all NVG modified items offered thru exclusive ADI - OEM agreements that ensure the factory warranty remains intact. ADI has developed FAA Approved NVG mod procedures for over 5,500 instruments, avionics and lighting accessories. The company also offers in house engineering and a manufacturing department that provides PMA Edge Lit Panels (ELPs) for most rotor wing aircraft models.

Billion dollar deal ROME (AP) — Boeing Co. and AgustaWestland will supply the Italian Army with 16 Chinook helicopters under a contract worth about $1.23 billion, the companies said Wednesday. Under the contract, aerospace company Boeing will be the prime subcontractor to AgustaWestland, a unit of Italian military contractor Finmeccanica, for the ICH-47H Chinook helicopters. Boeing will build fuselages for the aircraft at its facility in Ridley Park, Pa., while AgustaWestland will handle design and systems integration, final assembly and delivery to the Italian Army. AgustaWestland expects to start deliveries in 2013. Alessandro Parrini, an AgustaWestland senior vice president, said in a statement that the contract will contribute significantly to the modernization of the Italian Army’s helicopter fleet.

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“within the terms, conditions, and limitations of the policy”. This comes with the understanding that the contract does not and cannot change the terms, conditions, and limitations of the policy. In other words, if XYZ does not have an insurable interest, the insurance company will not respond. They WILL respond to a claim from XYZ against ABC Services for damages arising from the fault or negligence of ABC Services. It will not respond to the faulty part or the improper installation of the faulty part such as an engine. This is a warranty issue. It will pay for all the ancillary damages caused by the failure (liability) of the engine, but not for the engine itself (warranty). In addition, the underwriter will not offer a breach of warranty under the general liability policy as it is inappropriate. Regarding the broad language in paragraph 6.1, both XYZ aviation as the operator of the aircraft and ABC Services as a maintenance provider have a liability exposures and limits of liability for which they cannot transfer. It is an inherent

part of doing business. In this case, it is unreasonable to expect ABC Services to accept responsibility for XYZ’s potential negligence stemming from the operation of the aircraft once it leaves ABC Service’s care, custody, and control. In fact, it is the insurance company’s obligation to defend ABC against a wrongful claim stemming from XYZ’s operational negligence. (For example: the engine failed due to improper operation or exceeding the engine limitations). Many times insurance policy modifications can and should be made to address the insurance needs of all parties involved. In this case some contractual accommodations were found that clarified and limited the liability of ABC while addressing XYZ and the lessee’s insurance concerns. Finally it is important to remember any contract you enter into cannot change the terms, conditions, and limitations of your insuring agreement even though the underwriter might accept it. Only the underwriter can make those modifications.

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ntsb reports CEN09WA240 DATE: Wed., April 01, 2009 LOCATION: Kilshanchoe, Ireland Aircraft: SCHWEIZER 269C Injuries: 2 Fatal. On April 1, 2009, at 1635 CUT, a Schweizer 269C was destroyed when it impacted terrain following a wire-strike near Kilshanchoe, Ireland. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. Both crewmembers were fatally injured. The local flight originated from Weston (EIWT), Ireland. WPR09LA184 DATE: Tuesday, April 07, 2009 LOCATION: Corvallis, OR Aircraft: Sikorsky CH-54B Injuries: 2 Uninjured. On April 7, 2009, about 1530 PDT, a Sikorsky CH-54B (Skycrane) was substantially damaged during ground operations at the Corvallis Municipal Airport, Corvallis, OR, when the main rotor blades diverted from their normal rotation plane and severed the tail rotor drive shaft. The helicopter was operated by Helicopter Transport Services, Corvallis. Neither the pilot, who held a CFI certificate, nor the second crewmemberpilot, was injured during the instructional/proficiency flight. The flight originated from Corvallis about 1500. The CFI reported to the NTSB investigator that the helicopter had operated normally prior to the mishap. An unusual vibration was felt in the cyclic control during ground operation following the sixth landing. Thereafter, a bang sound was heard, and the crew shut down the helicopter. A preliminary examination revealed two main rotor blades were broken and a third was also 10

impact-damaged. The CFI reported that the helicopter had received a “heavy” progressive inspection several operational hours prior to the accident flight. During the inspection involving the rotor head, swash plate, and associated bell crank assemblies, several parts were removed and replaced. CEN09LA252 DATE: Wed., April 08, 2009 LOCATION: Gulf of Mexico, TX Aircraft: BELL 222B Injuries: 5 Uninjured. On April 8, 2009, at approximately 1706 CDT, a Bell 222B helicopter was substantially damaged when it collided with obstructions while landing on the deck of a 890 foot long super tanker. The pilot and the four passengers, who were the only occupants, were not injured. The pilot said he was being directed by ship’s personnel during the landing on the “winch only” deck when the helicopter struck and damaged a pipe and valve assembly protruding from the ships deck. The helicopter then yawed approximately 45 degrees to the right before coming to rest upright on the deck. There was substantial damage to the fuselage, tail boom, horizontal stabilizer, tail rotor blades, tail rotor hub, and tail rotor gearbox. The pilot and four passengers were not injured and exited the helicopter normally after shutdown procedures were complete. The aircraft maintenance records showed the helicopter had a total of 8,905 hours at the time of the accident and the most recent inspection under the approved airworthiness inspection program (AAIP) had been completed on September 4, 2008. The operator moved the helicopter to their maintenance

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facility in Houston, TX, where FAA inspectors will conduct an on scene investigation. CEN09IA254 DATE: Wed., April 08, 2009 LOCATION: Vick, TX Aircraft: Bell 206 Injuries: 4 Uninjured. On April 8, 2009, at approximately 0100 CST, a Bell Helicopter 206/ L3 received minor damage from an apparent bird strike while in cruise flight near Vick, TX. Night visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the incident. Neither the pilot, two crew members, or passenger were injured. The cross country flight departed Hot Hospital, Brady, Texas, approximately 0035 and was en route to Shannon Medical Center (03TS), San Angelo, TX. According to the pilot he heard and felt a prolonged “thud” during cruise flight at 1,000 feet agl and 110 knots. The airframe “wallowed” laterally and he felt resistance in the cyclic flight control followed by a return of normal aircraft control. The pilot made a precautionary landing. An examination of the airframe revealed that the left side vertical winglet of the horizontal stabilizer was missing, and the lower vertical fin leading edge was crumpled. According to the helicopter operator, the vertical stabilizer was not recovered and there was no physical evidence located on the helicopter identifying the object involved in the collision. WPR09LA213 DATE: Wed., April 22, 2009 LOCATION: Las Vegas, NV Aircraft: Schweizer 269C Injuries: 2 Uninjured. On April 22, 2009, about 1400 PDT, a Schweizer 269C helicopter

landed hard and rolled over following a loss of engine power near North Las Vegas, NV. The pilot with a CFI certificate and the private PUI were not injured. The helicopter sustained substantial damage when the helicopter rolled over. The CFI reported that while making an approach to land on a pinnacle, the helicopter’s engine lost power when they were about 15 feet agl. The helicopter hit the ground hard and then rolled down the hill. The helicopter was recovered for further examination. CEN09CA270 DATE: Thursday, April 23, 2009 LOCATION: Kent, TX Aircraft: Robinson R44 II Injuries: Unavailable The pilot along with three passengers were circling over rural terrain at an altitude of 150-feet agl and approximately 219 pounds over weight for the flight conditions, when the pilot slowed to 10 knots with a tailwind. The helicopter began to lose main rotor RPM and the low-rotor aural warning sounded. The pilot lowered the collective in an attempt to maintain rotor RPM, but there was insufficient altitude to recover. The helicopter hit the ground with the tail rotor first and the body of the helicopter landed hard and skidded forward crushing the left skid. The main rotors flexed downward during impact and severed the tailboom. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical deficiencies and that that the helicopter settled with power after he turned into a tailwind. The accident would not have happened if he had turned into a headwind.

Telit realizes wireless communication system for Eurocopter Avionews

Trieste, Italy - Within an international R&D project, the Italian company Telit announced that it will develop a wireless communication system for Eurocopter within an international research and development (R&D) project for the production of monitor and management systems

for critical components of the helicopters. A total of 11 companies are taking part in the program. Within the project Telit will be responsible for setting up a comprehensive communication system for critical helicopter components. Each of these components is fitted with an Active RFID (Radio Frequency

Identification) tag, based on ZigBee standard protocol. Information about the current status of the component is transmitted to a central system. From there, the information is transferred to a back-end server so that it is possible to monitor the helicopter’s overall configuration. “Reliability and low maintenance

costs are the critical factors when developing new helicopter models - Eurocopter manager for the RFID research project Christian Feuillebois stated - That is why we are investing a lot of hope in the communication system being developed by Telit RF (Telit’s division for short-range solutions). Should the development project prove to be a success, this could mean a long-term reduction in maintenance costs on our helicopters and therefore give us competitive advantage”.

Create HAI’s next safety poster! Since 1983 HAI, in collaboration with USAIG, has produced posters dedicated to promoting safety in the workplace. For the first time, HAI is opening the creative process to the public. The next generation of safety posters will be designed by people in the industry, for people in the industry who

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Enstrom operator receives Part 135 authorization Dennis Martin, Enstrom Helicopter Corp

Menominee, MI–Enstrom Helicopter Corporation recently announced that Aircraft Charter Services, a subsidiary company of Goshen Air Center, has added an Enstrom 480B to their

charter certificate. Goshen Air Center, located in Goshen, IN, is one of Enstrom’s premier US dealers in the region. According to Goshen Air Vice President Randy Sharkey, “The market for Part 135 helicopter operations in northern Indiana has a lot of potential. Located just 80 miles east of downtown Chicago and minutes from the South Bend Metro area we are positioned to offer the region an

alternative to larger more expensive helicopters.” Tracy Biegler, Enstrom’s director or marketing and sales says this is the first 480B he is aware of that has been put on a Part 135 air carrier charter certificate in the United States. “Goshen has the right idea of providing the community a more economical

helicopter, especially during the state of the current economy. With the 480B’s unique configurable cabin and low operating costs, we are seeing a lot of interest from 135 operators.” Biegler added that already another 480B operator in Texas is in the process of obtaining a Part 135 certificate. Sharkey said he hopes to successfully market the television network affiliates in South Bend, IN and pursue opportunities at the race tracks in both Chicago and Indianapolis.

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Dollar difference in bonus vs regular depreciation What is the dollar difference between bonus depreciation and regular depreciation? Bonus depreciation is only available to purchasers of NEW aircraft that are placed in service during 2009. NEW aircraft may use bonus or normal depreciation. Normal depreciation must be used for pre-owned aircraft. To calculate a dollar difference for a specific example we must start with fixed assumptions for one case. We are attempting to show only the dollar difference of the “depreciation method”, therefore the only variable must be the “depreciation method”. This allows you to see the dollar difference for this one case. The assumptions are: • The purchase price of both example aircraft is $1,000,000. • The operating costs and resale values of the sample aircraft are the same. • The tax bracket of the purchaser is 38%. Table A shows both BONUS and NORMAL depreciation percentages using 5 Year and 7 Year MACRS. Using the depreciation percentages from Table A, the dollar depreciation available for a $1,000,000 dollar aircraft is calculated and shown in Table B. The actual tax advantage to the purchaser is calculated VoluMe 10, JuNe 2009 This edition mailed on: May 26, 2009

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by multiplying the dollar depreciation amount from Table B times the purchaser’s tax bracket of 38%. The actual dollar tax advantage in each year is shown in Table C. With the actual dollar tax benefit known in each year for each method of depreciation using both BONUS and NORMAL (Table C), the Net Present Value (NPV) of these four cash flows is calculated for each year using a discount rate of 7%. After the NPV is calculated for each year on each of the four cash flows, the NPV difference between the BONUS and NORMAL cash flows are shown in Table D. What do these numbers mean? The $19,576 in Year 6 of the 5 Year MACRS column means: If you use BONUS depreciation for $1,000,000 aircraft and hold it for six years, you have received the equivalent of a $19,576 check deposited in your bank account today versus $0 by using NORMAL depreciation. Remember, this compares the dollar NPV DIFFERENCE between BONUS and NORMAL depreciation methods, not the total dollar tax benefits of either aircraft. This example assumes everything is the same EXCEPT the depreciation method. In the real world, this won’t happen. To really evaluate using BONUS or NORMAL depreciation requires preparing after tax cash flows, calculating the NPV of each cash flow, and then comparing their differences. AircraftCostAnalysis has the ability to do this analysis. Please consult your tax advisor before making a decision on what type depreciation is best for your situation. www. AircraftCostAnalysis.com has details on performing aircraft cost analysis.

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TABLE A: Percent Depreciation by Year 5 Year MACRS 7 Year MACRS BONUS Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

NORMAL

60.00% 16.00% 9.60% 5.76% 5.76% 2.88%

BONUS

20.00% 32.00% 19.20% 11.52% 11.52% 5.76%

NORMAL

57.15% 12.25% 8.75% 6.25% 4.47% 4.46% 4.47% 2.23%

14.29% 24.49% 17.49% 12.49% 8.93% 8.92% 8.93% 4.46%

TABLE B: Dollar Depreciation by Year Based on $1,000,000 Purchase Price 5 Year MACRS 7 Year MACRS BONUS Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8 Total

$ $ $ $ $ $

NORMAL

600,000 160,000 96,000 57,600 57,600 28,800

1,000,000

$ $ $ $ $ $

200,000 320,000 192,000 115,200 115,200 57,600

1,000,000

BONUS $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

NORMAL

571,450 122,450 87,450 62,450 44,650 44,600 44,650 22,300 1,000,000

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

142,900 244,900 174,900 124,900 89,300 89,200 89,300 44,600 1,000,000

TABLE C: Dollar Tax Benefit by Year Based on 38% Tax Bracket 5 Year MACRS 7 Year MACRS BONUS Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8 Total

NORMAL

$ $ $ $ $ $

228,000 60,800 36,480 21,888 21,888 10,944

$ $ $ $ $ $

76,000 121,600 72,960 43,776 43,776 21,888

380,000

BONUS $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

NORMAL

217,151 46,531 33,231 23,731 16,967 16,948 16,967 8,474 380,000

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

TABLE D: Dollar Net Present Value (NPV) Advantage after the Year noted of Bonus Depreciation over Regular Depreciation for a $1,000,000 Purchase Price 5 Year MACRS Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Year 7 Year 8

$142,056 $88,951 $59,172 $42,474 $26,868 $19,576

7 Year MACRS $152,195 $111,553 $84,427 $66,323 $54,225 $42,932 $32,366 $27,434

54,302 93,062 66,462 47,462 33,934 33,896 33,934 16,948 380,000

Sikorsky Global Helicopters delivers six S-300CBiTM helicopters to Bristow Academy HORSEHEADS, NY – Sikorsky Aircraft Corp.’s Sikorsky Global Helicopters unit today announced it has delivered six S-300CBiTM helicopters to Bristow Academy, a Florida-based flight training school. All six aircraft will join Bristow’s fleet of 48 S-300CBi helicopters, currently used for training instruction at Bristow’s three U.S. locations in California, Florida, and Louisiana. “The S-300CBi helicopter is an excellent training platform with great stability,” said Samantha Willenbacher, director of Bristow Academy. “The helicopter’s characteristics give students a more efficient and positive learning experience.” David Oglesbee, Director, Light Helicopter Programs, Sikorsky Global Helicopters, said: “We are very excited that Bristow Academy has continued its long history of loyalty to the S-300CBi. We look forward to another generation of professional pilots starting their careers in Sikorsky helicopters.”

Bristow Academy, a subsidiary of Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: BRS), first introduced S-300CB helicopters in 1995 and has operated more than 100 S-300CB and S-300CBi helicopters since then. Bristow is also an authorized sales center for Sikorsky Global Helicopters Light Helicopter Division. The S-300CBi helicopter operates throughout the world primarily as a training helicopter, renowned for its excellent flight characteristics, impressive safety record, and competitive operating costs. Combining these features has made it the most costand mission-effective training helicopter of its kind on the market. Bristow Academy has long been recognized for its flight training program. The company started in Concord, Calif. in 1987, and since then has graduated more than 2,000 helicopter pilots who now work in an array of missions worldwide. Bristow

Textron CEO says further asset sales unlikely StarTelegram.com.

Textron Inc. CEO Lewis Campbell said that it is “highly, highly improbable and unlikely” that the parent company of Bell Helicopter and Cessna Aircraft will have to sell any more of its businesses to generate cash and preserve liquidity. Campbell, in February, had said that the company hoped to raise all the cash it needed without selling either Fort Worth-based Bell or Cessna. But if it fell short, he said at the time, “there would be a point this year or next we’d have to put one of our big assets up for sale.” In an interview after Textron’s annual shareholders’ meeting in Providence, R.I., he said, “given the success we have had with the Textron Financial liquidation so far, and given the recent sale of two high-value assets and other cash-production opportunities, I feel

now that it’s highly, highly improbable and unlikely that we’ll ever have to divest any more assets.” Campbell declined to comment on an April 9 report in Kuwait’s AlWatan newspaper that a United Arab Emirates consortium was preparing to buy Textron for $21 a share. There have been no further reports regarding that possibility. Textron has roughly $3.5 billion in debt coming due this year and another $3 billion next year that it must pay off or refinance. It sold its Fluid & Power unit in November and HR Textron in March, generating about $615 million after taxes, he said. Textron also cut its quarterly dividend to 2¢ a share from 23¢ in February. “I don’t expect that to change in the foreseeable future,” Campbell told shareholders. “We need to get through the next three years.”

has earned a reputation for excellence and for its extensive range of services for military, Federal Aviation Administration, and Joint Aviation Authority training. It is the only flight school outside of Europe approved to offer the Joint Aviation Authority Integrated Commercial Pilot License (Helicopter) program. The Academy is also one of only three helicopter schools approved by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT), a nationally recognized accrediting agency. Sikorsky Global Helicopters, a Sikorsky company, comprises current Sikorsky platforms S-76®, S-92® and H-92TM helicopters; light helicopter platforms, the S-300CTM, S-300CBiTM, S-333TM and S-434TM helicopters; and all operations of Keystone Helicopter Corp. and Associated Aircraft Group (AAG). Sikorsky Aircraft

Corp., based in Stratford, Conn., is a world leader in helicopter design, manufacture, and service. United Technologies Corp., based in Hartford, Conn., provides a broad range of high-technology products and support services to the aerospace and building systems industries. Bristow Group Inc. is the leading provider of helicopter services to the worldwide offshore energy industry based on the number of aircraft operated. Through its subsidiaries, affiliates and joint ventures, the Company has major transportation operations in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico and the North Sea, and in most of the other major offshore oil and gas producing regions of the world, including Alaska, Australia, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia and Trinidad. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.bristowgroup.com.

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Protecting your tail barrel. The helicopter yawed to the right and the pilot brought the throttles to flight idle and landed Not visible from the cockpit, a the helicopter. The tail boom helicopter’s tail rotor is perhaps was twisted, the tail rotor blades the most vulnerable component were damaged, and the tail rotor to striking objects in a hover. EMS gearbox was nearly separated pilots are especially at risk, as from the airframe. their job involves routinely landing Although a tail rotor strike in a in obstacle rich environments. hover can cause serious damage, In 2003, a Bell 430 was the potential for personal injury substantially damaged when is low compared to what can its tail rotor hit a roadway sign happen in flight. during an off-airport landing at In 1999, a Bell OH-58A, on a night. Prior to touchdown, the pilot photo flight with doors removed, said he rotated the aircraft and was destroyed on impact with the landed on an easterly heading, terrain and the private pilot and at which point the medical crew passenger sustained fatal injuries. departed the helicopter. Then, A witness reported that he saw the pilot decided to reposition the the helicopter flying at an altitude aircraft to face west for departure. of approximately 350 to 400 During the hovering turn the feet. He saw what was possibly a tail rotor hit a steel reflector large bird hit the rear rotor of the post. The aircraft touched down helicopter. The helicopter made on the left rear skid first and three to four rotations during its came to rest 180 degrees from descent. its initial heading. The tail rotor Examination of the tail assembly and gearbox assembly had come revealed an elastic material with apart and departed the helicopter. navy blue yarns wrapped around Darkness certainly makes the tail rotor. The material, along objects harder to see. However, with a sample of a navy blue two years prior to this accident, warm-up jacket found along the during daylight conditions, a reported flight path, was sent to Bell 222UT was substantially the NTSB’s Materials Laboratory damaged when its tail rotor hit a for examination. The color, size, barrel while landing on a paved and texture of the navy-blue traffic turn-around area. The yarns in the elastic material were pilot said that while hovering, he consistent with those found in the decided to reorient the aircraft navy blue warm-up jacket. The to help load the patient easier. NTSB concluded that the jacket During the right pedal turn, the exited the helicopter and became tail rotor struck a 55-gallon trash entangled in the tail rotor. by Tim McAdams Permission granted by AOPA. All rights reserved

Removing a helicopter’s doors places the tail rotor at increased risk. In 1993, an R22 helicopter flying with its left door removed crashed after an aluminum kneeboard exited the helicopter and struck the tail rotor. There have been numerous cases where objects have come out of the cabin or an unsecured

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New Delhi, India – India will try to promote helicopter tourism by building infrastructure and reducing costs to attract foreign tourists, said an Indian official on Sunday. “The government of India is contemplating serious measures this time to give a huge boost to the helicopter tourism sector hitherto totally neglected. The country has great potential for helicopter tourism but requires just the right impetus to show growth and performance oriented results,” Civil Aviation Secretary M. Nambiar said in an interview here. The government plans to throw up dedicated helipads and separate helicopter corridors

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baggage compartment and struck the tail rotor. In some cases the pilots have been able to enter autorotation or otherwise land with minor damage or injury. However, as with the two preceding accidents, the tail strike inflicted enough damage to cause the tail rotor assembly to come apart. In these cases, the resulting center of gravity shift will make recovery nearly impossible. The importance of protecting the tail rotor cannot be emphasized enough.

very soon, he said. “Separate corridors for helicopters and helipads in Delhi and Mumbai are on the priority list of the civil aviation ministry. India has a fleet of 150 civilian helicopters in the country as of now, which is expected to rise to 600 in the next few years,” said Nambiar. In the context of helicopter tourism, the northern states of Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, India-controlled Kashmir, and the entire northeast region hold scope for a huge demand, he said. “Operational costs is one issue which needs to be dealt with at the very onset. They are generally very high and deter the tourist to really take it very seriously,” he said.

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airworthiness directives AD 2009-09-51 Eurocopter France Model EC225LP helicopters This Emergency Airworthiness Directive (AD) is prompted by mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). EASA notified us of an accident that occurred April 1, 2009 on a Eurocopter Model AS332L2 helicopter. Although the cause of the accident is still under investigation, EASA advises that the “cause of the accident seems to be connected with degradation of the epicyclic module of the main gearbox (MGB), the root cause of which is still to be determined.” EASA further advises that “In the light of this information, the detection of any contamination of the MGB is of utmost importance as a precautionary measure.” The EASA Emergency AD applies to both the Model AS332L2 helicopters and the Model EC225LP helicopters because both helicopter models use a similar epicyclic reduction gear module (module). This AD applies only to the Model EC225LP helicopters because there are currently no Model AS332L2 helicopters on the U.S. registry. Also, this AD differs from the EASA AD in that the EASA AD specifies that the module be disassembled, inspected, and then reinstalled when particles are detected on the magnetic plug of the module, allowing flight operations until another particle is detected. This AD requires, before further flight, determining if the “CHIP” detector light previously illuminated. If the “CHIP”

detector light did illuminate and it illuminated because of a metal particle on the magnetic plug of the module, or if you cannot determine from the maintenance records which chip detector caused the the “CHIP” detector light to illuminate or whether the detector light stayed illuminated after the “CHIP” detector switch was turned to the “CHIP PULSE” setting, replace the module with an airworthy module before further flight, replacing the module with an airworthy module is required before further flight. Also required before further flight is inspecting the MGB module magnetic chip detector electrical circuit and determining whether the system is functioning properly, including whether the “CHIP” detector light annunciates on the instrument panel (Vehicle Monitoring System Screen). Finally, this AD requires replacing the module with an airworthy module if the “CHIP” detector light illuminates, stays illuminated after the “CHIP” detector switch is turned to the “CHIP PULSE” setting, and

you determine that a metal particle on the module magnetic plug caused that illumination. This AD is an interim action. We anticipate additional rulemaking once the cause of the accident is determined and the manufacturer develops a terminating action. This AD is being issued to prevent failure of the MGB and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter. Eurocopter has issued Emergency Alert Service Bulletin No. 05A017 (ASB). The ASB is dated April 10, 2009 and describes procedures for inspecting both the magnetic plug on the MGB epicyclic reduction gear module and the chip collector, and procedures for replacing the epicyclic reduction gear module if necessary. AD 2009-08-03 Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited Model 206A, 206B, 206L, 206L-1, 206L-3, 206L-4, 222, 222B, 222U, 230, 407, 427, and 430 helicopters SUMMARY: We are adopting a superseding airworthiness directive (AD) for the specified Bell Helicopter Textron Canada

Limited (BHTC) Model 206A, 206B, 206L, 206L-1, 206L-3, 206L-4, 222, 222B, 222U, 230, 407, 427, and 430 helicopters. That AD currently requires replacing each affected tail rotor blade (blade) with an airworthy blade that has a serial number not listed in the Rotor Blades, Inc. (RBI) document that is attached to each of the Bell Helicopter Textron Alert Service Bulletins (ASBs) listed in the applicability section of the AD. That AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of Canada. The MCAI states that there have been three reports of blade tip weights departing from the blade during flight. Since issuing that AD, BHTC has issued revised service information to correct part numbers and serial numbers listed in the RBI document that is attached to each BHTC ASB and to add additional partnumbered and serial-numbered blades to the list. The actions of this AD are intended to prevent loss of a blade tip weight, loss of a blade, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

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In an attempt to break the coast-tocoast record they already held, the World Record Helicopter Team took off from Brown Airport in San Diego, CA and headed toward Savannah/Hilton Head Airport then back to CA. The original record was set in April 2008 at 70 hours, 19 seconds. Chief Pilot Johan Nurmi, along with pilots Roy Sciortino, Tyler Kim, and Bill Laggner, made up the team that flew the Robinson R-44

helicopter cross country. The team is based in CA. Nurmi oversees the project, which he initiated in order to raise money for charity. You can visit their Web site at www. worldrecordhelicopterteam.org. Even with the best planning, the crew encountered several obstacles. Temperatures of close to 100º F, weight and density altitude (forcing the team to perform running takeoffs and landings) and strong headwinds (requiring

unplanned refueling stops) threatened the possibility of a record-breaking trip. The team prevailed, though, landing back at Brown Airport in 59 hours, 19 seconds, shattering the previous record by a little more than ten hours. The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) and Federation Aeronautique Internationale (FAI) will pour over all the flight documentation to confirm the flight. Once this happens, the record will become official. June 2009

Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin issued For Further Information about the following SAIB, contact Mark Rumizen, Aerospace Engineer, FAA Engine and Propeller Directorate, ANE-110, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: (781) 238-7113; fax: (781) 238-7199; email: mark.rumizen@ faa.gov.

SAIB: NE-09-25 SUBJ: Fuel: Jet Fuel Containing FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Ester) This is information only. Recommendations aren’t mandatory. Introduction This SAIB provides guidance regarding the presence of FAME in jet fuel to owners and operators of turbine engine-powered aircraft and ASIs in Flight FSDOs and CMOs. The aviation fuel community, which includes aircraft and engine manufacturers, as well as petroleum producers, has formally approved the use of aviation jet fuel containing less than 5 ppm (5 mg/kg) of FAME. This is currently included in the Def Stan 91-91 jet fuel specification and will be incorporated into the ASTM D1655 jet fuel specification. Aircraft and engine manufacturers have issued, or will shortly issue, service information describing operating and maintenance procedures for aircraft and engines that inadvertently operate with jet fuel containing 5 ppm to 30 ppm of FAME. A joint-industry working group is currently conducting an investigation to determine if operation with up to 100 ppm of FAME is acceptable. At this time, the airworthiness concern is not an unsafe condition that would warrant airworthiness directive (AD) action under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 39.

Background Jet fuel is typically transported in multi-product pipeline and distribution systems. The practice is efficient, practical, and environmentally sound. Quality assurance procedures for handling interfaces between products, together with laboratory testing requirements, are well established, and quality escapes are rare. However, recent mandates by government result in the shipment of biodiesel in multiproduct pipelines and create the risk of cross-contamination of jet fuel with biodiesel components. The bio-component in biodiesel, FAME, is a surface-active material. This means that in theory, it can adhere to pipe and tank walls as the biodiesel passes through, and then release from the walls into the following product, which may be jet fuel. Also, small amounts of diesel containing FAME remaining within distribution manifolds, tanks, vehicles, and pipes, can result in traces of FAME getting into jet fuel transported through the same components. At high enough concentrations, FAME can impact the thermal stability of the fuel that could lead to coke deposits in the fuel system. FAME contamination can also impact the freezing point of jet fuel resulting in gelling of the fuel. These conditions can result in engine operability problems, and possible engine flameout. Jet fuel specifications are currently being updated to specify that levels of FAME in jet fuel below the detectable limit of 5 ppm are acceptable. Operation with jet fuel containing more than 5 ppm of FAME would not

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be in compliance with the aircraft and engine operating limitations, unless approved service information is issued with revised limitations to accommodate FAME levels greater than 5 ppm. The aviation fuel industry Energy Institute (EI) established a Joint Inspection Project (JIP) to study the effects of FAME levels greater than 5 ppm in jet fuel. The group is analyzing jet fuel with 400 ppm of FAME to provide margin in the analysis. Preliminary data from this analysis indicates that 2 short-term operation with up to 30 ppm of FAME does not pose a risk to safety of flight. This data will be used by aircraft and engine type certificate (TC) holders to obtain approval to issue service information describing operating and maintenance procedures for aircraft and engines that inadvertently operate with jet fuel containing greater than 5 ppm, but less than 30 ppm of FAME. The ultimate objective of the working group is to develop data to support short-term operation at levels up to 100 ppm of FAME in jet fuel. Recommendations We recommend that owners and operators of turbine engine-powered aircraft do the following: 1. Incorporate service information from aircraft and engine TC holders regarding FAME levels in jet fuel, into their operating specifications. 2. Contact their fuel suppliers to verify they have implemented quality control and inspection procedures to ensure fuel they deliver does not contain more than 5 ppm of FAME. a. Quality control procedures relating

to FAME contamination can be found in Joint Inspection Group (JIG) Bulletin No. 15, “Transport of Biodiesel in Multiproduct Pipelines”, dated November 2007, and Bulletin No. 21, “Risk of Contamination of Aviation Kerosene (Jet Fuel) with Biodiesel”, dated November 2008. b. FAME levels in jet fuel can be determined by a proposed test method recently published by the EI entitled “IP PM DY: Determination of fatty acid methyl esters (FAME), derived from biodiesel fuel, in aviation turbine fuel — GC-MS with selective ion monitoring/ scan detection method”, not yet dated. c. FAME levels in jet fuel can also be determined by using company proprietary methods that have proven to provide accurate results. Two of these methods are the Shell Research Ltd Two-dimensional Gas Chromatography method and the BP GC-MS method. 3. Develop contingency plans and procedures with their fuel suppliers to ensure that, should a contamination event occur: a. Owners, operators, and authorities are informed immediately. b. FAME levels specified by the aircraft and engine TC holders are not exceeded. c. Procedures to comply with the TC holder’s instructions are followed. 4. Consult the latest applicable industry documents on this issue published by organizations such as the Air Transport Association, International Air Transport Association, aviation fuel producers, and the JIG.

Curtiss-Wright awarded multi-million dollar contract for helicopter handling systems PARSIPPANY, NJ–Curtiss-Wright Corporation announced it has been awarded a multi-million dollar contract by ASC AWD Shipbuilder Pty. Ltd., on behalf of the Air Warfare Destroyer (AWD) Alliance, to supply Aircraft Ship Integrated Secure and Traverse (ASIST) helicopter handling systems and modular lightweight

tracks for three Hobart Class ships for the Royal Australian Navy. Curtiss-Wright Flow Control will perform the work at its facility in Ontario, Canada with initial deliveries scheduled to begin in late 2009. The total contract value, including all follow-on options, is expected to be in excess of $15 million. The

American Eurocopter celebrates first US overhaul of EC135 main gear box Grand Prairie, TX – At an event held today in its Dynamic Component Repair (DCR) facility, American Eurocopter celebrated the completion of the first overhaul of a Main Gear Box for an EC135 helicopter. Employees and executives from all over the company joined the DCR team for this important milestone. American Eurocopter received approval to repair and overhaul EC135 main gear boxes at the beginning of April and now offers local repair and overhaul services for all EC135 dynamic components. With this first completion, these high quality services are now available to U.S. customers with a reduced turn around time. “This completion reflects our commitment to providing overhaul and repair solutions for our EC135 customers,” said Marc Paganini, President and CEO of American Eurocopter. “Our company focus is to provide services here in the United States that meets the demands of all our customers and we will continue to enhance our services as their needs evolve.” In the United States there are over 200 EC135 that will benefit from the same highquality, certified overhaul and repair services that they

received from the OEM ZF Luftfahrttechnik in Germany. The preparation to add the EC135 repairs and overhauls to the Dynamic Component Repair facility at American Eurocopter was quite extensive. It included the certification of American Eurocopter staff, and the acquisition of initial inventory and tooling. One of the major achievements was the modification of the company’s multi-purpose test bench. In addition to the test bench’s existing capabilities for BO105, BK117, AS365, EC120 and EC145 main gear boxes, the scope has been enlarged to include the EC135 main gear box.

contract contains an option for a fourth shipset of equipment with a potential award in 2009. “Curtiss-Wright is very pleased to continue its support of the Australian Navy’s aviation operations and to work with ASC on this exciting new ship program,” said Martin R. Benante, CEO and Chairman of Curtiss-Wright Corporation. “The supply of these helicopter handling systems demonstrates our continuing engineering expertise in providing improved capability through innovative equipment designs and overall value through operational efficiency.” The ASIST system is a state-ofthe-art deck handling solution for shipboard helicopter operations. It integrates the functions required for landing and on-deck operations to stow large ship borne helicopters. Using the

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budget. Starting in 2011, the Administration proposal envisions $9.6 billion coming from user fees – up more than $2 billion from the initial estimate just two months ago. That figure rises to $11 billion by 2014. “We had hoped that the whole user fee debate was behind us after both the House of Representatives and the Senate opted for a taxbased system during the last session of Congress,” said Craig L. Fuller, president of the 415,000-member Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. “The new budget details open the debate about departing from the efficient and time tested system of using fuel and ticket taxes along with support from the general taxpayer monies to fund FAA. “AOPA remains convinced that the current system of fuel taxes collected at the pump

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Fuller. “I do not believe the new Administration seeks to do harm to our national aviation system, but rather they fail to understand the consequences of the policy shifts they are proposing. There is an abundance of examples of the approach proposed by the Administration. Unfortunately, the outcome always decimates the general aviation community. In the U.S., it is hard to contemplate a national aviation system that fails to recognize the importance of one segment of aviation that serves all 5,400 public-use airports across the nation. Our job is to help the administration understand the importance of a strong general aviation community and the advantages of a tax-based system over a user fee-based system. “Fortunately, there are many in both Houses of Congress who already understand and who are pressing ahead with legislation to reauthorize the current structure of aviation excise taxes combined with an adequate general fund contribution,” Fuller concluded. “AOPA is already working with them to ensure the FAA gets the authorization and funding it needs without imposing a huge burden that could cripple general aviation, which is, after all, a key component of the nation’s transportation system.”

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The Global Positioning System (GPS), which provides position, navigation, and timing data to users worldwide, has become essential to U.S. national security and a key tool in an expanding array of public service and commercial applications at home and abroad. The United States provides GPS data free of charge. The Air Force, which is responsible for GPS acquisition, is in the process of modernizing GPS. In light of the importance of GPS, the modernization effort, and international efforts to develop new systems, GAO was asked to undertake a broad review of GPS. Specifically, GAO assessed progress in (1) acquiring GPS satellites, (2) acquiring the ground control and user equipment necessary to leverage GPS satellite capabilities, and evaluated (3) coordination among federal agencies and other organizations to ensure GPS missions can be accomplished. To carry out this assessment, GAO’s efforts included reviewing and analyzing program documentation, conducting its own analysis of Air Force satellite data, and interviewing key officials. It is uncertain whether the Air Force will be able to acquire new satellites in time to maintain current GPS service without interruption. If not, some military operations and some civilian users could be adversely affected. (1) In recent years, the Air Force has struggled to successfully build GPS satellites within cost and schedule goals; it encountered significant technical problems that still threaten its delivery schedule; and it struggled with a different contractor. As a result, the current IIF satellite program has overrun its original cost estimate by about $870 million and the launch of its first satellite has been delayed to November 2009--almost 3 years late. (2) Further, while the Air Force is structuring the new GPS IIIA program to prevent mistakes made on the IIF program, the Air Force is aiming to deploy the next generation of GPS satellites 3 years faster than

the IIF satellites. GAO’s analysis found that this schedule is optimistic, given the program’s late start, past trends in space acquisitions, and challenges facing the new contractor. Of particular concern is leadership for GPS acquisition, as GAO and other studies have found the lack of a single point of authority for space programs and frequent turnover in program managers have hampered requirements setting, funding stability, and resource allocation. (3) If the Air Force does not meet its schedule goals for development of GPS IIIA satellites, there will be an increased likelihood that in 2010, as old satellites begin to fail, the overall GPS constellation will fall below the number of satellites required to provide the level of GPS service that the U.S. government commits to. Such a gap in capability could have wide-ranging impacts on all GPS users, though there are measures the Air Force and others can take to plan for and minimize these impacts. In addition to risks facing the acquisition of new GPS satellites, the Air Force has not been fully successful in synchronizing the acquisition and development of the next generation of GPS satellites with the ground control and user equipment, thereby delaying the ability of military users to fully utilize new GPS satellite capabilities. Diffuse leadership has been a contributing factor, given that there is no single authority responsible for synchronizing all procurements and fielding related to GPS, and funding has been diverted from ground programs to pay for problems in the space segment. DOD and others involved in ensuring GPS can serve communities beyond the military have taken prudent steps to manage requirements and coordinate among the many organizations involved with GPS. However, GAO identified challenges in the areas of ensuring civilian requirements can be met and ensuring GPS compatibility with other new, potentially competing global space-based positioning, navigation, and timing systems.

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1980 Bell 206 B3, S/N: 3078, R/N: VH-DIB, 2,000 hoursTT, Private Configured. Price: $575,000 USD. For Additional Information: Contact Mark Clancy (Office) 763-753-3700, E-mail: mclancy@helicopterbuyer.com (06-09) 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 06-09

Bell OH-58, 5712 AFTT, Good times remaining on all major components; Allison 250C20B engine, bleed air heat and defrost, range extender, auto relight, tinted wedge windows, dual controls, particle separator, high skids w/step, total refurbishment in 2000 included 206B nose, new wiring and hydraulic lines. $345,000 Todd @ 208-420-0715. Email: tlbass@titlefact.com Website: www.blassindustries.com (06-09)

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 LongTerm Lease. Please contact Lash Larew, lash@ rainierheli.com, 425-825-8411, for more detailed information (06-09)

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 LongTerm Lease. Please contact Lash Larew, lash@ rainierheli.com, 425-825-8411, for more detailed information (06-09)

For sale, Bell 206L-1C30P, N207OU, SN45706. Total Time, 11,000 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 (06-09)

Bell 206B JetRanger, C20B Engine, Fresh FAA Annual, VVIP Config. New T/R Blades & Turbine Hot Section Inspection. Extensive Range of Extras including Dual Controls, Bleed Air Heater, Nightscanner Search Light, Particle Separator, High Skids, Range Extender, Garmin GNS 430, Garmin GTX327, King KCS 55a H.S.I., Garmin GMA-340. Price $599,950 USD. For full details visit www.206bell. com/12 or contact Apple InternationalTel: 423 652 0206 Email: sales@206bell.com (06-09)

Bell 206B111 New Style JetRanger, S/N 3941, Year 1987, Fresh FAA Annual. Beautifully VVIP refurbished with new Bell Paint Scheme, Leather Seats and Thick Pile Wool Carpets. Extras include Bleed Air Heater, Particle Separator, High Skids, Dual Controls, King KX-165, King KT-79 & Gamin GMA-340. Price $679,950 USD. For full details visit www.206bell.com/3941 or contact Apple International Tel: 423 652 0206 Email: sales@206bell. com (06-09)

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1990 Bell-412SP, Complete refurb, 0 timed engines, new paint, ready to go April-2009. Inquire for more details See details on website: www.westcanaircraft.com, PH 250-554-4202, FX 250-376-1119, parts@westcanaircraft.com (06-09)

Enstrom 1968 Bell 47G3B2/Soloy Helicopter 8851.1TT High Skids, Spray Gear, Load Support Kit, Dual, Radios & Transp, Red & White, $250,000.00 Contact copter@myclearwave.net or call 507-665-4064 for more info (06-09) Bell 206 fuselage SN1510, good shape, good condition. Call 631-588-2780. 06-09

2001 Bell 427 Helicopter. Serial Number 56028, 3700 TT, Engines Overhauled by Pratt & Whitney, Utility Configuration, Cargo Hook, Complete Records, No Damage, Located and Registered in United States. Southern Cross Aviation, 954-591-4490, acsales@scross.com, www.scross.com (06-09) Bell 206 Series Helicopters for lease long term all Maintenance included, equipped and configured to customer choice. Short term lease e.g. Natural disaster relief also catered for.Worldwide Lease purchase and outright sales a specialty. Apple International Inc. Bristol TN. Email us on sales@206bell.com or call office 423 652 0206 or Cell 423 366 3466. Check out our web site www.206bell.com (06-09)

1987 ENSTROM F28F HELICOPTER, 436 Hrs. remaining on Lycoming 220 hp Turbo charged, Dual comm. radios. Very nice in & out. Sold w/ fresh annual. $179,900. See specs & photos at www.courtesyaircraft.com or call Mark Clark at (800) 426-8783, IL, (815)2295112. Courtesy Aircraft Sales~QUALITY WARBIRD & CIVILIAN AIRCRAFT SALES SINCE 1957. (06-09)

Eurocopter New 2009 AS365N-3, IMMEDIATE DELIVERY, SP-IFR cert., FreeFlight 2101 I/O appr GPS, VIP 5-plc leather int, refresh/entertainment cabinet, hinged pax doors, 2 MFD-225s, flt data/voice recorder. Your Choice of Paint and Interior. Helicopters Unlimited, 979-335-4552, helisales@aol. com (06-09) 1986 AS 350B-2, IMMEDIATE DELIVERY, 9700 TT, new Arriel 1D1 engine, new main rotor blades, std avionics w/Garmin GNS-430, Fresh B-2 conv, fresh major “C” inspec, new paint & int, high skid gear, no damage history, new Epicyclic Gear, Excellent Time Remaining. Helicopters Unlimited, 979-335-4552, helisales@aol.com (06-09) 2000 EC-120B, IMMEDIATE DELIVERY. 2100 TT, no damage history, freon A/C, dual cntrls, New 3-color ext paing, new epicyclic gear, US Reg/Cert, standard factory avionics. Helicopters Unlimited, 979-335-4552, helisales@aol.com (06-09)

1979 SA-300L PUMA 1500 TT,VIP Configuration and Utility Configuration, Contact: marc.mongeau@orange.fr, Tel: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550 (06-09)

1992 ENSTROM F28F HELICOPTER N669CE 225hp Turbo, 1382TT, Dual Controls, Dual Com’s, VOR/GS. GPS, Transponder, Baggage Compartment, excellent Condition Inside & Out. $190,000. Contact: Ken @ 218-820-3780 (06-09)

RR-250 overhaul and repair Parts • Sales FAA CRS #A9UR626J EASA Certificate #EASA.145.5481 Specializing in Rolls Royce 250 Series Engines AOG Technical Services Available 24/7

2002 AS350B2 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 (06-09)

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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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 (06-09)

1979 AS-350BA S/N: 1100 7750 TT, Corporate Configuration, Pop Out Floats, Cargo Swing. Contact: marc.mongeau@orange.fr, Tel: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550 (06-09)

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. 425-825-8411, Lash@rainierheli.com (06-09) 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 (06-09)

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2003 Eurocopter AS350B2, 3100 hrs TTSN, no damage history, one owner since new/always hangared, operated in non-corrosive environment since new, left hand sliding door, high back seats, door openers, heater, high skids w/ maint. steps, high vis windows, dual control provisions. Excellent, well maintained aircraft. $1,525,000.00 Contact: Wayne 704-233-5000, wschmitz@ushcorp. com (06-09)

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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 (06-09)

NEW EC-135P-2i, IMMEDIATE DELIVERY. SP-IFR certified, Cat ‘A’ ops certified, paint to specs, air cond, corp config, leather int, rotor brake, avionics solution 11, glass cockpit (MEGHAS FCDS). US registered & certified. Helicopters Unlimited, 979-335-4552, helisales@aol.com (06-09) Brand New AS350B3. Sell or Lease, Can be equipped to meet customer specs. Call Tori 337364-4357 or tori@arrowaviationco.com (06-09)

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 (06-09)

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Fairchild-Hiller FH-1100 - this is a museum piece! Plenty of time left on the engine for years of fun with this baby! Lovingly maintained and restored.Very unique turbine, 5 seat helicopter! $195,000 - www.hillerhelicopter.com for more info (818) 557 0903. 06-09

1955 Hiller UH 12 - ground up restoration. New glass, paint etc.This beautiful ship is perfect for training, tours or photoflights. Low & Mid time components, museum quality restoration! $99,000 Call (818) 557 0903 www.robinsonhelicoptershop.com 06-09

Hughes HUGHES 269B 1964, 4966.0 TT, Currently 135, Excellent Times Remaining, 2 ea. 1190 M/R 3270.5, 1 ea., 1190 M/R 4889.4, -21 T/R 1984.2, M/R Trans. 4068.6, T/R Trans. 1789.4, Dual Tanks, Contols & Oil Coolers, Paravion heater, trailer, platform, too many parts & extras to list. PACKAGE DEAL. (479) 236-3838 (06-09)

See our subscription form on page 30 or visit our website at www.thehelicopternewspaper.com Hughes 300C 1989 SN1398 TTSN 5,805 Aux Fuel, Heater, KY 196A Com, KT 76A TXPR w/ mode C, Dual Controls & More! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www. prestieghelicopters.com 06-09

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1997 MCDONNELL DOUGLAS 600N: S/N: RN12, N660MC, 1239.2 TT, 1239.2 SNEW, Very Nice MD 600N,YSAS system installed; Paint 9/10; Interior 8/10; extra bench never installed, 6 seats or 7 seats. Fresh 1200 hr inspection/Annual May 09. $1,500,000 OBO. Contact: FL 954-943-0999 www.helicopterflightinstruction.com (06-09)

MCDONNELL DOUGLAS 530F SN:0044FF, N530KD, 2823 TT, Garmin 430 GPS/VOR, Garmin 327 Transponder / Encoder, AMS42F Audio Panel, Technisonics TFM 138B Flex COM, HTC Main Rotor Blades & Tail Rotor Blades, High Skid Gear, New 6 Place Glass, New Ferrari Red Paint. Call For Price. Carol Mace:(602) 531-9303, (480) 2889644, cmace57030@aol.com (06-09)

Robinson 1988 R22 Beta, S/N 0929, N401DK. 2600 TT, 400 SMOH per Robinson Service Center in 2007. Set up as an Instrument Trainer. King Nav/Com, OBS, Garmin 250 GPS & engine heater. EXCELLENT CONDITION inside & outside. Fresh Annual 100 hrs. $110,000 USD. Luke 940-937-8454 or 806269-1230, lukeboedeker@yahoo.com (06-09)

BRAND NEW 2009 RII w/AC. Viper Blue/Silver, Gray Lthr, Bubble Windows, 4 Bose Headsets. Art Horizon, Turn Coord, 2 King Radios, AM/FM/ CD, Garmin 330 Trans w/Mode S, Pilot Console w/Garmin 400W & Traffic Display. $25,000 Price Advantage. Export Services & Shipping Available. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or e-mail hrheli@ hrheli.com (06-09) R44 I 2001 N724RG 300 remaining to Overhaul! Hours Black/Gold/Tan Leather, Garmin 420, AH, DG, Nat AA12, 4 Bose Headsets & More! Bank Financing Available! Call Mike Russell 404 3073254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestieghelicopters.com 06-09

2001 Robinson R44 Raven I, S/N: 1047, N646MS, 1764 TT, December 2008 Annual inspection, Garmin GNC 430 GPS/ 2nd Comm., 10 hole IFR, tan leather. $169,000 USD, Greg Smith: 270433-1432 (06-09) NEW 2009 RAVEN II, $364,029. Viper Red. Contact: Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Bill Cooper, 800-391-2391 06-09 NEW 2009 RAVEN I, $292,133. White with Blue Trim. Contact: Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Bill Cooper, 800-391-2391 06-09

1999 Robinson R44 ASTRO, S/N: 0485, N441SE, 2398 TT, complete logs. More than 10 Years or 2000 hrs. until next overhaul, March 2009 Annual, Onboard Systems cargo hook, Garmin 430 with full 9 hole IFR panel including marker beacon. $210,000 USD, Greg Smith: 270-4331432. (06-09)

2002 Robinson R44 Clipper I SN 1146 TT: 2,200.0hrs TSO: 3.0hrs New overhaul. 7 hole, Artificial Horizon, DG, Garmin 420 GPS/Com, Garmin GTX 327 Trnspdr. Pop Out Floats - no longer available on Raven 1. Bubble windows, leather int. 2 camera record system, 7” display. www.robinsonhelicopterparts.com Phone: 805512-1371 Fax: 805-512-8105. 06-09 R44 I 2001 N474BV TTSN 890 Hours Black/Gold/ Tan Leather, Garmin 420, AH, DG, Nat AA12, 4 Bose Headsets & More! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net 06-09 NEW 2009 ROBINSON BETA II, List $244,000, Offered $212,933. White with Blue Trim. Contact: Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Bill Cooper, 800391-2391 06-09

FLAT RATE EXCHANGE PROGRAM 2005 Robinson R22 Beta II, 1300 TT, leather, VFR panel, Garmin 420, Tanis heater, Training Available, $124,000 USD, OBO, Iowa. Contact: 515-2408138, copterjohn@gmail.com (06-09)

MODEL 250 SERIES II COMPRESSOR CASE Part Number: 23057142

HUGHES OH-6A professionally restored, most authentic “Loach” available anywhere in the world! Complete historical records. $375,000 See specs and photos at www.courtesyaircraft.com or call Mark Clark at (800) 426-8783, IL (815) 229-5112. Courtesy Aircraft Sales – Quality Warbird & Civilian Aircraft Sales Since 1957 (06-09) 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 12-09

HUMMINGBIRD

Hummingbird Helicopter-Delivery positions available in our next production run. Contact Vertical Aviation Technologies, Inc., 407-3229488, sales@vertical-aviation.com, www.verticalaviation.com (06-09)

The Model 250 Series II Compressor Case overhauled to the latest configuration includes the following:

• Replacement of the gas path plastic lining

2007 Robinson R44 Raven II, 960 TT, 9 hole panel, HSI, leather, A/C, bubble doors, Tanis heater, Garmin 430, Training Available. $330,000 USD, OBO, Iowa. Contact: 515-240-8138, copterjohn@ gmail.com (06-09) 2007 R-22 - 450 hrs TT. Nice basic ship with heater, leather seats, King Radio &Transponder, and Garmin 400. Perfect personal ship or trainer. Export Services and Shipping Available. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or e-mail hrheli@hrheli.com (06-09)

• Replacement of compressor vane assemblies as required

• Restoration of case front and rear pilot diameters as required

• Complete dimensional inspection To qualify for this special price, core unit of proper part number must be received with purchase order. Cores must be in AS REMOVED CONDITION with plastic remaining installed. NO F.O.D. CORE UNITS ALLOWED AT THIS PRICE

Repairable case part numbers 6 8 7 7 4 1 0 and 2 3 0 5 7 1 4 2 are THE ONLY ACCEPTABLE candidates for exchange.

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2006 RII w/AC - 560 hoursTT. Metallic paint, leather seats, Garmin 420, bubble windows up front, and 2 Bose headsets. Best Price on the Market! Export Services & Shipping Available. Call Dave at 757-4889044 or e-mail hrheli@hrheli.com (06-09)

Tel. (816) 246-4527 Fax: (816) 246-5341 avdair@aol.com 212 North Main Street, Unit D Lee’s Summit, Missouri 64063 USA FAA CRS XV7R835J - EASA.145.5677

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Raven 1 - 2009 available now. 25 hrs. 4 Bubble windows, leather interior, stick on numbers ready to ship worldwide. We can supply Cert of Export. Below dealer cost - $299,000 Call (818) 557 0903 - www.robinsonhelicoptershop.com 06-09

2009 Raven II - $20K below current dealer cost - with AC available May 2009.Gray metallic,bubble windows, gray leather int. Below dealer cost! Add instruments below RHC pricing. Cert of Airworthiness for Export at basic cost: will dismantle, arrange shipping worldwide. New price - $379,500.00 Call Mark (818) 557 0903 www.robinsonhelicoptershop.com 06-09 ROBINSON R22 BETA II with Garmin G400 GPS available for lease to flight school. Call 323-3761969 or email info@robinsonleasing.com,Visit our website http://www.robinsonleasing.com (06-09)

R44 2006 N122AA TTSNFOH 52 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 06-09 R44 II 2007 SN11646 TTSN 600 hours Blue Metallic, Tan Leather, Air Conditioning, Garmin 420 GPS/COM, Garmin GTX 330 TXP, Art Horizon, DG, Bubble Windows, Bose Headsets, & more! Price reduced for quick sale! Ready for Immediate delivery! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestieghelicopters. com 06-09 R44 II New 2009 SN12625 Loaded! Black Metallic/ Gray Leather, Taped on N#, Garmin 530 w/ pilot side console & HSI, Garmin GTX330, Art Horizon, Turn Coordinator,4 Bose Headsets, 4 point safety harness, 4 bubble windows, Kannad 406 ELT & more! Ready for Immediate Delivery! Price reduced for Quick Sale! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestigehelicopters.com 06-09

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) R44Sales.com 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. (06-09)

2000 Robinson R22 Beta II, S/N: 3140, TT: 4,400 hrs. All components 0 TSO, new lower, upper frames, tailcone, MR hub.This 4400 hour overhaul is a better value than a 2200 hr overhaul. Built to factory new specs. Blue/grey trim. New grey velour interior (opt leather), cabin heat, vertical card compass Avionics include: 7 hole panel Garmin 250 XL GPS/Com, KY197A Com, upgraded Bendix/King KT76A, 3 channel audio. www.robinsonhelicopterparts.com Phone: 805-512-1371. 06-09 R44 II 2003 TTSN 175 Hours Blue/Green Met/ Gold/Tan Leather, Bubble Windows, Garmin 250XL GPS/COM, King 196A COM, Nat AA12 Audio Controller & More! Ready for Immediate delivery! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestieghelicopters. com 06-09 R44 II 2004 TTSN 510 hours White /Red/ Gray cloth, Garmin GPS/NAV/COM, Garmin 327, Art Horizon, CDI/GS, 4 Bubble Windows, Bose Headsets & more. Ready for Immediate delivery! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestieghelicopters.com 06-09 R44 II 2005 SN10915 TTSN 1,100 hours NDH White/ Blue Trim / Blue Cloth, AH, DG, Garmin 420, AM/FM/CD & more! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att.net www.prestigehelicopters.com 06-09 R44 II 2006 N729DP TTSN 285 Blue Metallic/ Silver & White custom Paint Scheme Blue Leather, Garmin 530 w/pilot side console & HSI, Garmin GTX330, Art horizon, Bose Headsets, 4 bubble windows, ELT & & more! Priced for quick sale! Call Mike Russell 404 307-3254 mikerussell1@att. net www.prestigehelicopters.com 06-09

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Helicopters Wanted Need an IRS Tax Deduction? Donate Your Helicopter to Charity, email us: amberalert@juno. com (12-09)

Ag Related Ag Business in NICARAGUA Pilot-Partner-Investor WANTED. Bell 47G2, Bell 47D1 and Piper Pawnee Bravo plane. $180,000 takes it all. Call JD 561-719-1479 (USA #) (06-09) 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 (06-09)

Engines Turbomeca Arriel 2S1 engines. Excellent module times. Removed from S76C+. Will Sell complete by module. Call: Mark, National Aviation Logistics, LLC 559-259-2268, zaidria@pacbell.net (06-09) Call Precision Air-Power for all your engine needs. 801-295-9100, email fix4u2fly@aol.com (12-09) C-30P Gearbox and Fuel system overhauled.Westcan Aircraft PH-250-554-4202 FX-250-376-1119, parts@westcanaircraft.com www.westcanaircraft. com (06-09) ROLLS ROYCE 250 COMPRESSOR CASE ASSEMBLIES. P/N 23057142. EXCHANGE PROGRAM PRICE US $4550.00. PHONE 816-2464527, 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) 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) RR250, Lycoming & Continental engine overhauls and accessories, TCRs and prop strikes, call Precision Air-Power 801-295-9100, email fix4u2fly@ aol.com (12-09) 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 (12-09) 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 (08-09)

EMPLOYMENT GeoDigital International Inc., is currently seeking someone to fill the field ops position of a full-time Airborne System Operator working throughout North America. You will be responsible for inflight operations of Lidar mapping and other imagery acquisition systems. This system is helicopter based. For more information, please visit www.geodigital.net (06-09)

Equipment

FOR SALE: DART Heli-Utility-Pod for Eurocopter AS 350. P/N D350-602-011. Like new, with paperwork and hardware. Call: Jay Reeder @ 208-9480506 or Email: jay@reederflying.com (06-09) Bubble covers, Engine covers, Blade tie-downs, engine plugs & blade covers at Bruce’s Custom Covers, 408-738-3959, bruce@aircraftcovers. 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 337-839-0500 or email tjkling@offshorehelicopter.net (06-09) LongRanger Cargo Hook & Beam Assy 206-706341-101 including provisions.Also have 206B/206L rotor brake, dual control, wire strike Kits and parts for sale Call Tradewind Int’l. 800-585-7004, 608-756-3632. Fax: 608-756-2606. Email: info@ tradewindinternational.com, www.helicopterparts.net (12-09) Chadwick Track And Balance units, complete. Full warranty. Heli-Tech, 850-763-9000; fax 850-7638712 (12-09)

FINANCE CENTER CAPITAL CORPORATION, specializes in helicopter finance. We provide competitive rates and terms to the U.S. commercial helicopter market. Call 866-782-0001 option 1: for Jim Pulie - Eastern US.   Option 2: Joe Krolak - Central US. Option 3: Greg Renna -Western US. (06-09)

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 (06-09)

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 (12-09)

Mid-Continent Aircraft Insurance Brokers - Over 59 years Risk Management Experience for Professional Operators. 800-325-0885, e-mail: acinsurance@midcont.com Sharon/Laura (06-09)

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 (12-09)

MISC. ITEMS 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. $59,900 includes closing costs. 478.987.2250 (tfn) LOT FOR SALE: Beautiful 2.73 acres wooded lot, 298’ wide and 400’ deep, Pine Ridge Equestrian Estates, Public water and septic sewer, Five miles from Crystal River, Florida, Covenant exclusive neighborhood, Community center, Pool & golf course. Mini-ranchettes with zoning that allows up to three horses and stables with your home. 27 miles of horse trails with access at rear of lot. GOOGLE IT! Citrus County, Florida, 3620 Stirrup Drive, Beverly Hills, FL. $92,000. Save Thousandsbuy from owner. Realtor and closing fees paid for by seller. Priced below appraisal for quick sale, 888-987-2250, bill@agairupdate.com (tfn) GET RESULTS! Place your ad today. Contact 866-864-8237 or 478-988-0787, uh@thehelicopternewspaper.com

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Operations 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 @ 316-655-2322 or Dick Russell @ 316208-3140 (12-09) 400+ Acres: Managed as wildlife reserve for over 20 years. Area known for record buck, abundant turkey, deer & other native wildlife including eagles. Located on paved road w/large barn, 1-room cabin& well, Noxubee County, MS. 3/4 mile driveway w/mechanical gates. $2650USD per acre. 662-361-8697, mikeb@trailboss.com (06-09) Ag Business in NICARAGUA Pilot-Partner-Investor WANTED. Bell 47G2, Bell 47D1 and Piper Pawnee Bravo plane. $180,000 takes it all. Call JD 561-719-1479 (USA #) (06-09)

Insurance 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 (12-09)

BAG-A-SEAT R22 and R44 seat covers. Totally portable - just slips over the seat and closes down tight. Keep warm in winter and cool in summer. 100% premium lambs wool pelt. www.robinsonhelicoptershop.com (818) 557 0903. 06-09 Longranger Pop out floats, Complete. New Aeronatical on condition bags installed in 2002. Aeronautical Electric Valve. Westcan Aircraft PH250-554-4202 FX-250-376-1119, parts@westcanaircraft.com, www.westcanaircraft.com (06-09)

BAG-A-DOOR! How many times have your doors got dinged or scratched, For R22 & 44, MD 500, Bell 206, Astar, EC130 and your helo! Strong gun-case foam material, 3 side zip, ID pocket, soft interior. Every hangar should have some! www.robinsonhelicoptershop.com (818) 557 0903 06-09 Dyna Nav (Dynamic Navigation & Mapping Systems) provides GPS guidance systems for your aircraft. 604-465-0009, info@dynanav.com, www. dynanav.com 06-09

NEED INSURANCE? Call Jeff, Sharon, Monica, Dana, Beth or Jerry at 877-661-1799. Online quote at www.flywithaic.com (06-09) 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. (12-09)

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Parts Par ting Out 365N Dauphin. (2) Arriel 1 C’s w/good module times, SFIM Auto Pilot, many servicable par ts, SAVE! Call: Mark, National Aviation Logistics, LLC 559-259-2268, zaidria@ pacbell.net (06-09) UH-1H Composite main rotor blades for sale P/N 205-015-150-101 and main rotor blades B model P/N 204-011-001-015. Tail rotor blades Van Horn Aviation P/N 2042200-101 for the H and B models. Call Pablo at HeliBlade, Inc. 530743- 0151. 04-10 1988 Bell-412SP in for parts, Complete undamaged aircraft, Tail boom with strake kit, Twin pac, rotables, instruments, etc,etc Westcan Aircraft PH250-554-4202 FX-250-376-1119, parts@westcanaircraft.com www.westcanaircraft.com (06-09) Robinson Helicopter Parts - visit our site for complete parts pricing. Overhaul kits. Complete overhauls, 100 hrs and annuals. Best service in California! Dan Casey Phone: 805-512-1371 Fax: 805-512-8105. 06-09 Bell 206L-4 New Low Skid kit for sale. Will trade for float kit for L-4. 631-588-2780. 06-09 Bell 206B Tail Rotor Gear Box as removed. P/N 206-040-400-13 outright. 631-588-2780. 06-09 Cascade Aircraft Conversions new Barrier Filter System. Reduce your TOT by up to 38º C. www. cascadeaircraftconversions.com, cascade@completebbs.com, 509-635-1212 (06-09) 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 (12-09)

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 (12-09) Search for over 70 million line items and find the helicopter parts you need with a PartsBase membership. www.partsbase.com, banderson@ partsbase.com, 561-953-0700 (08-09) Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, accessory parts for just about everything. Big discounts! 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330698-0280. 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, 800-433-0814 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, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-6980280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts. com (02-10) 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. 204-2200101 for 204 UH-1 heliopters from Van Horn Aviaiton LLC. Contact HeliBlade Inc. Distributor & Service Center for these new and improved composite tail rotors 530-743-0151 (04-10) RR 250-C20B complete compressor 0.00 TSO new wheels. $45,000.00 USD exchange. Call 631588-2780. 06-09 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 610-2680342 (06-09) Got PARTS for sale? Call us! 866-864-8237 or 478-988-087 Bell OHC Tailbooms For Sale. Outright or Exchange. 206 A/B -206-031-004-155, 206-031004-071B, 206B - 206-031-004-115B x 2 and -111FM x 1, 206L - 206-033-004-177A, 407 - 407030-801-101, 212 - 212-030-100-069 and -089, 412 - 212-030-100-203A. Canadian Certification provided. Alpine Aerotech Ltd. Contact : Dick Everson, Ph. 250-769-6344 Fax 250-769-6303 or e-mail deverson@alpineaerotech.com (06-09)

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 (06-09) 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 (08-09) UH-1 Overhauled Components available exchange or outright; 204-012-101-141 M/R hub, 204-040-016-5 Transmission, 204-011-400-11 Swashplate & Support assy., 204-011-401-11 Scissors & Sleeve assy, 205-040-263-111 Input Quill, 205-040-200-1 gen. Offset Quill, (4) 204040-600-11 Hanger assy., 204-040-003-37 gear box 42, 204-040-012-13 gear box 90. Pac West Helicopters CRS PW6R1161J Tel/530-241-2402 “e” pwheli@awwwsome.com (06-09) UH-1Vertical Fin Spar Kits. Pac West Helicopters is an approved Distributor for the Global Helicopter Technology STC approved Vertical Fin Spar replacement which terminates AD99-25-12 action. Have your kit installed by us at our Cal. facility where we are able to perform extensive repairs if 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 (06-09)

Services Round ‘em Up! with Enchantment Helicopters serving west Texas and eastern New Mexico. Livestock herding, predator control, crop pollination, aerial surveillance, photography, game surveys. Call 575-760-4034 or email enchantmentheli@ plateautel.net (06-09)

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Component Overhauls & Part Sales, FAA,CRS, Agusta, Bell, Eurocopter, & MD  Approved CSF, Acclaimed Quality Service, Competitive pricing, Discount on Parts, Dedicated Friendly Customer Service. Contact Tom Sullivan at Sterling Helicopter. 215-271-2510 Fax 215-788-7319, E-mail: tom@sterlinghelicopter.com (06-09) 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 (06-09)

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 (06-09) SCENIC FLIGHTS OVER TUCSON, ARIZONA & surrounding area. Call Arizona Aero-Tech @ 520-294-1551. 06-09 MAINTENANCE, TIE DOWNS, HANGERS, FUEL on small Aircraft & Helicopters. Located at Tucson Int’l Airport. Tucson, AZ. Call: Velocity Air @ 520-434-0440. 06-09 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 (06-09) Need Helicopter Financing? We provide loan financing to Part 91 and Part 135 operators located in the U.S. We specialize in helicopter finance. For more information Call 866-782-0001 option 1: for Jim Pulie - Eastern US. Option 2: Joe Krolak - Central US. Option 3: Greg Renna -Western US. (06-09) Rotor blade repairs by HeliBlade, Inc. a FAA Repair Station. Contact Pablo Mar tinez at 530743-0151 (04-10) HAVE YOUR AD SEEN BY MORE THAN 11,000 READERS! PLACE YOUR AD TODAY CALL THE HELICOPTER NEWSPAPER–866-864-8237 OR 478988-0787 Cylinder restoration, component overhaul, fuel injection, cable assemblies, hose assembllies and top overhauls. Call Precision Air-Power 801-2959100, email fix4u2fly@aol.com (12-09) ROTORCRAFT SUPPORT, INC. is your complete helicopter repair facility supporting AGUSTA, BELL, EUROCOPTER, ROBINSON, and SCHWEIZER aircraft. From Component O/H to Major Maintenance – RSI is there for you. 16425 Hart St.,Van Nuys, CA 91406, www.rotorcraftsupport. com, FAA: YT2R331L, EASA: 145.5629, Phone: 818-997-7667, Fax: 818-997-1513 (06-09) 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 623-9310010 (06-09) Helicopter Management, Consulting, Pilot screening, Maintenance. FAR 133-135-137-145, Southern California area. Contact Phil or Rob at Rotorcraft Support: (818) 997-7667, E-mail: Rob@ rotorcraftsupport.com (06-09) Reduce the maintenance hassles on your Bell 407 and Agusta 109. We have the STC to convert the Ni Cad to the lead acid Concord battery. Easy install, No maintenance, non spillable, and highly reliable. Never fear of a runaway. Rotorcraft Support: Chris@rotorcraftsupport.com (06-09) Bell 212/412 Exhaust Ducts, Repairs-OverhaulsNew, Exchange Units in Stock. Call Alpine Aerotech Ltd. at 250-769-6344 or Fax 250769-6303 (06-09)

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. 972399-1045 office or 972-790-6397 fax or email us at texashelicopter@aol.com or visit our web site www.thcwasp.com. (06-09) 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 (08-09)

Schools / Training Enchantment Helicopters Flight School operating from Portales Municipal Airport, New Mexico. Start your career with us! Call 575-760-4034 or email enchantmentheli@plateautel.net (06-09) Robinson Helicopter Examiner. All checkrides private through CFII. Use our helicopters or bring your own. Finish up training available. Des Moines, IA. Contact: 515-240-8138, copterjohn@gmail. com (06-09) 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: 863-6489680. 06-09

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 931-362-4009 (06-09)

WANTED Parts Wanted Bell 206 B&L, 204, 205, 212, 214 , MD, Eurocopter, & Allison. Looking for R/B, W/S, Duals etc. kits and parts. We buy inventories or By The Piece. Call Tradewind Int’l. 800-585-7004, 608-756-3632. www.helicopterparts.net info@ tradewindinternational.com (12-09) 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 (08-09)

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Your classified ad... 2004 Harley-Davidson Road King Custom (FLHRS) 10,013 owner driven miles with fresh 10,000-mile service. Don’t buy new, save thousands of dollars with this “hardly”used RK Custom with its dual configuration set-up; touring or street. Almost $25,000 spent. No damage. Original front tire, excellent condition, with rear tire replaced by H-D shop with H-D tire at 7,800 miles and both front and rear balanced with H-D weights by H-D shop. With complete quick-change detachable arrangement, in seconds you can go from the Street version with or without its Low Profile windshield to the Touring version with its Tall windshield, Tour-pak and canvas guards for cold weather. You’ll love listening to your favorite iPod tunes on 2-Wheel Tunes music system and checking the time and temperature, all from your handlebars that have comfy Kury grips. Many extras, go to www.agairupdate.com/harley for more information. (no sales tax, Perry, Georgia) Bill Lavender 478.957.0211 (cell)

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