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HAI’s newest Board of Director, Max Lyons On July 1, 2010, Max Lyons, president and CEO of Hillsboro Aviation, began his term as a member of the Helicopter Association International (HAI) Board of Directors. He represents the interests of the membership along with eight other directors. The HAI Board of Directors oversees the work of the association to ensure the fulfillment of the organization’s mission to provide its members with services that directly benefit their operations, and to advance the international helicopter community by providing programs that enhance safety, encourage professionalism and economic viability while promoting the unique contributions vertical flight offers society. “Hillsboro Aviation has been a member of HAI for over 25-years, and I have seen the tremendous impact this organization makes on safety, legislation and the promotion of our industry. I am honored to have been elected to the Board and look forward to serving the interests of the international helicopter community,”  Lyons said.

Lyons comes from a fourth-generation lumber family, and his first involvement with the helicopter industry came in 1974 as a ground crew member for a Sikorsky S-64 Skycrane. His flying career began when he enrolled in Hillsboro Aviation’s helicopter professional pilot program. In 1988, Hillsboro Aviation hired Lyons as a helicopter flight instructor and the manager of its foreign student pilot program. Later, Lyons became a utility pilot flying turbine helicopters for a variety of operations, including firefighting and electronic news gathering. In 1992, Lyons was promoted to general manager and was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the entire company. After leading the organization for seven years as its general manager, Lyons purchased Hillsboro Aviation and became its president and CEO. Today, Hillsboro Aviation employs over 180 people and is made up of three core business groups which consist of 14 separate profit centers. The company’s      fleet includes 70 aircraft that fly in excess

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AFS supports helicopter operating on the roof of the world ST. LOUIS, MO—Inlet Barrier Filters (IBF) from Aerospace Filtration Systems, Inc. (AFS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE:DCI) and a division of the Aerospace & Defense group, are enhancing the safety and effectiveness of helicopter operations in one of the world’s most difficult and extreme flying environments. Both Fishtail Air and Air Dynasty, important rotary wing operators in Nepal, utilize Donaldson IBFs on their fleets of Eurocopter AS350 B2 and B3 helicopters. An IBF-equipped AS350B3 recently performed a record-breaking aerial rescue on Mount Annapurna, airlifting three mountain climbers from a 6,900 meter-high location. A similar extreme rescue was performed on Mount Manaslu at 6,500 meters. Nepal is situated in the heart of the Himalaya mountain range. The country’s northern border with the People’s Republic of China contains eight of the ten highest mountains in the world, including Mount Everest, the highest, and more than 240 peaks that are at least 20,000 feet above sea level. In addition to flying vital search and rescue and emergency medical evacuation missions for the region’s numerous mountaineering and trekking expeditions, Fishtail Air and Air Dynasty also conduct aerial sightseeing tours in this spectacular landscape. “Mountain rescues are among the most challenging flights helicopters perform,” said Robert Stenberg, AFS Business Development Director. “If any foreign objects or debris were to enter an engine intake, it could result in power loss, forcing a landing in some of the world’s most inhospitable terrain and compounding the rescue problem.” “Both Fishtail Air and Air Dynasty are acutely focused on safety,” Stenberg continued. “And, of course, no operator wants to contend with unscheduled maintenance or, worse, an engine replacement.” Stenberg added that Donaldson expects to provide additional IBFs for the operators’ newly acquired AS350s to ensure they enjoy the same performance capabilities of their current fleets. “Even at the Himalaya Range’s extreme

altitudes, Donaldson IBFs provide superb protection for rotorcraft engine intakes without degrading the AS350’s lift capabilities or creating any engine inlet imposed flight or gross weight restrictions,” Stenberg concluded. “Even on the roof of the world, Donaldson gets the job done.” Donaldson’s AS350 IBF system utilizes a removable flat filter assembly with a 4,500 flight hour life and an integral bypass design, easily mounted on the existing cowl with no alterations. A filter maintenance aid permits on-condition status checks between established cleaning intervals, eliminating unnecessary service. The system operates with no flight restrictions in falling or blowing snow. With more than 3,000 Donaldson IBF kits in service worldwide and more than two million

A Fishtail Air AS350 helicopter performs an extreme rescue in the mountains of Nepal. The aircraft is equipped with Inlet Barrier Filters from Donaldson Company, Inc. Photo courtesy of Fishtail Air.

flight hours, AS350 users will realize significantly better engine protection and performance than that offered by traditional AS350 sand filters or inertial particle separators. Providing the most comprehensive line of IBF solutions, Donaldson Aerospace & Defense is the industry leader in the design, development and manufacture of high-performance engine IBF systems for commercial and military propulsion systems. Through their Donaldson St. Louis location, Donaldson provides IBF solutions for the following platforms: Commercially Certified Inlet Barrier Filters • AgustaWestland A119 Koala, AW119Ke and AW139 • Bell 205A1, 206B, 407, 206L-3/4, 206L-1(C30), 429 and 430 • Eurocopter EC130, AS350 B/BA/B1/

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

October 2010 October 11-13, 2010 AMTC Ft. Lauderdale, FL www.aams.org October 5-7, 2010 Helitech Portugal Airport Cascais, Portugal www.helitecheurope.com October 10, 2010 Helicopter Airline Transport Pilot Preparation Course Ft. Lauderdale, Florida www.nemspa.org October 19-21, 2010 AFCEA Infotech Dayton, OH www.dwafcea.org October 24, 2010 Wings, Wheels, Rotors & Expo 2010 Los Alamitos, CA www.WWRExpo.net

November 2010 November TBA Aerial Fire Fighting Conference & Exhibition Spain www.tangentlink.com November 1-3, 2010 Heli Japan AHS International Meeting on Advanced Rotorcraft Technology and Safety Operations Ohmiya, Japan www.vtol.org November 15-19, 2010 Dubai Helishow 2010 Dubai, United Arab Emirates www.dubaiairshow.org November 20-22, 2010 6th International Aviation Trade Show & Congress CIAM 2010 Cancun, Mexico, www.expo-ciam.com/ciam2010.pdf

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March 2011 March - TBA Heli Middle East Doha Qatar www.shephard.co.uk March 5-8, 2011 Heli-Expo 2011 Orlando, FL www.heliexpo.com March 10-15, 2011 Avalon 2011 Geelonh, Victoria, Australia www.airshow.net.au

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

May 2011 May 1-6, 2011 MTLI Wheeling, WV www.aams.org May 17-19, 2011 EBACE Geneva, Switzerland www.ebace.aero

July 2011 July 25-31, 2011 EAA Airventure, Oshkosh, WI www.airventure.org

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June 2012 June 4-6, 2012 St. Petersburg Int’l Conference on Intergrated Navigation Systems St. Petersburg, Russia

July 2012 July 16-22, 2012 Farnborough International United Kingdom www.farnborough.com

May 30-June 1, 2011 St. Petersburg Int’l Conference on Intergrated Navigation Systems St. Petersburg, Russia www.aiaa.org

July 23-29, 2012 EAA Airventure Oshkosh, WI www.airventure.org

June TBA Paris Air Show LeBourget, Paris, France www.paris-air-show.com

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May 24-27, 2011 AIRMED World Congress Brighton, England www.aams.org

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

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Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept. purchases 12 AS350 B2 Helicopters Grand Prairie, TX—American Eurocopter announced that the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has purchased 12 AS350 B2 helicopters. The helicopters will be placed into service with the department’s Aero Bureau as part of an upgrade plan for its current fleet. The order also has provisions for options that would allow the department to add two additional helicopters in the future to meet the deployment levels needed to help ensure the safety of department personnel and the surrounding community. This order confirms the AS350 as the helicopter of choice for law enforcement agencies throughout the United States, said Marc Paganini, President and CEO of American Eurocopter. “Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s new fleet of AS350 B2s will certainly set the standard as the most technologically advanced helicopters in law enforcement.” The Aero Bureau’s current fleet of 12 AS350 B2s has been serving the county

since2003. The purchase of these new helicopters will allow the Aero Bureau to update its fleet to the latest technology offering the performance and reliability to meet the department’s expanding mission scope. “Our law enforcement role throughout the county has increased. To get to where we need to be to protect our citizens and perform our missions, our mission equipment needed to be replaced,” explained Captain Louis Duran, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Aero Bureau. “The department has a strong track record with the AS350 B2 helicopters. We have a familiarity with the AS350 B2. We know the strength of its performance and its maintenance. The AS350 B2 has exceeded our mission profile and it just made sense to upgrade to new helicopters,” continued Duran. He also explained that with these new helicopters the department’s capabilities will be enhanced with night vision, laser pointing, advanced

mapping and tracking, as well other technologies that will be added during the completion of the helicopters. The AS350 AStar has become the reference for law enforcement missions in the United States. It is equipped with a powerful, yet economical 732 shp Turbomeca Arriel 1D1 engine, with room for six plus pilot and a sling capacity of more than 2,555 lbs. The AS350 is uniquely adaptable for the full range of law enforcement missions from special operations to emergency medivacs. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Aero Bureau provides vital support to all law enforcement missions as a true force-multiplier and is recognized worldwide as a leader in tactical aviation law enforcement services. With the use of advanced technology systems that include Forward Looking Infrared (F.L.I.R.), multi-band digital radio systems, Global Positioning Mapping System, and Down-Link video feed, air crews

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TrueView Model 2061 announced TrueView Enhanced Vision Systems, LLC, Sackets Harbor, New York is pleased to announce their first infrared enhanced vision system STC. The TrueView Model 2061-200-320/640 system is approved for installation on all Bell 206 and 206L Series helicopters under STC #SR02601NY-D. The TrueView Model 2061 is designed to be installed in the Bell 206 by removing an existing inspection panel, and installing the infrared camera module in place of the panel. By utilizing existing connection hardware, the TrueView system eliminates the need for modifications of the 206 airframe. Systems for other helicopter models, such as the R44 and Bell 407 are currently in the design process. At the customer’s option, the infrared camera module is supplied with either a

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HAI welcomes Stan Rose as HAI’s new Director of Safety HAI is pleased to welcome Stan Rose as HAI Director of Safety. Having been involved in the helicopter industry for more than 40 years, Rose brings a wealth of experience to the role. Rose began his career as a U.S. Army pilot in Vietnam, and later attended the Maintenance Officer/Test Pilot Course with the U.S. Army Reserves. Since that time he has served in numerous and varied positions including as line pilot in the Gulf of Mexico, lead pilot and program director for air medical operations, Chief Pilot of a law enforcement helicopter support unit, and as a business planning and acquisitions consultant. Most recently he served as Senior Director of Business Development for CJ Systems Aviation Group, now Air Methods; and just prior to joining HAI he was the C.O.O. and V. P. of Business Development for Thai Aerodynamics Company, Ltd, based in Bangkok. Rose has been active in diverse industry activities including positions as Chairman of the Bradford Susquehanna Regional EMS Council, the Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) Board

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Concorde Battery issues Bulletin Concorde recently issued Technical Bulletin No. 10 “Parasitic Drain” in response to questions throughout the aviation community about the effect of parasitic drain on battery state of charge. A parasitic drain is an electrical load that takes power from the battery even when the Master Switch or Battery Switch is Off. Examples of loads that cause parasitic drain include clocks, lights, relays, current sensors and power monitoring circuits. If an aircraft is inactive for a length of time, depending on the magnitude of the load, the battery may be depleted within weeks or even days. Skip Koss, Vice President of Marketing says, “When an aircraft is not in service, a parasitic drain will deplete the battery’s state of charge unless the drain is disconnected.” Mr. Koss explains, “I am concerned about the increasing number of aircraft affected by parasitic drain which can diminish emergency capacity reserves and compromise the safety of pilots and passengers.” Parasitic loads are present in most modern day aircraft. They are generally

low in amperage but because they are continuously present, if an aircraft is inactive for an extended period of time, they can deplete the battery’s capacity and cause the plates to sulfate. Sulfated plates make the battery harder to recharge and over time can lead to a battery that is no longer airworthy and ultimately, premature failure. One of the inherent dangers is that a battery without enough emergency power reserve can often still start the engine(s). A battery that is no longer airworthy can also cause an AOG event with unexpected expenditures for obtaining an urgent replacement, freight, installation and possibly costs for transportation back and forth to a hotel for overnight accommodations. To preserve the life of your battery, Concorde recommends measuring the parasitic drain which can be easily accomplished using a standard digital multimeter (DMM) equipped with both 10 Amp and milliampere jacks for test leads. Details for this procedure and a formula to calculate the depletion rate can be found in Technical Bulletin No. 10 “Parasitic

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being thirsty with a 1.5-quart deficit. This level of dehydration triggers the “thirst mechanism.” The problem, however, is that the thirst mechanism does not trigger until you are already dehydrated. In addition, the body’s thirst mechanism is too easily turned off by drinking just a small amount of fluid. By the time you feel thirsty, you already have a significant fluid deficit, and if you drink only enough to make the sensation of thirst disappear, you are merely delaying the much needed replacement of body fluid. Stages of Heat Exhaustion Dehydration alone can create insidious hazards to your health, as well as to your safety as a pilot. There is, however, a more serious danger. If you do not remain aware of environmental conditions and your personal physiological status, you can progress to heat exhaustion, even if you maintain the necessary water intake for proper hydration. There are three stages of heat exhaustion,

and transition from one to another is not necessarily obvious. The first, heat stress, is characterized by a body temperature from 99.5 ° to 100°F. At this level, the pilot may experience reductions in alertness, performance, dexterity, coordination, and visual capability. In the second stage, which involves a body temp of 101° to 105°F, the pilot experiences more obvious fatigue. Other effects can include nausea/vomiting, giddiness, cramps, rapid breathing, or fainting. These are not good at any time, but especially when piloting an aircraft. The third stage, a body temperature above 105°F, is heat stroke. In this condition, the body’s heat control mechanism stops working. The pilot can experience mental confusion and disorientation and may exhibit bizarre behavior. At its worst, heat stroke can produce a coma. As with every other aspect of your health,

the key is to be continually aware of your condition. Here are a few suggestions for awareness and prevention of dehydration and heat exhaustion: • Drink cool (40°F) water. • Don’t rely on the thirst sensation as an alarm... stay ahead of the thirst curve. • Limit your daily intake of caffeine and alcohol. • Be extra vigilant about hydration while exercising. • Monitor your individual effects of aging or illness. • If you feel lightheaded or dizzy, call it a day. Fly safely, and never pass up an opportunity to have a fresh glass of water! Dr. Tilton received both an M.S. and a M.D. degree from the University of New Mexico and an M.P.H. from the University of Texas. During a 26-year career with the U.S. Air Force, Dr. Tilton logged more than 4,000 hours as a command pilot and senior flight surgeon flying a variety of aircraft. He currently flies the Cessna Citation 560 XL.

Rotor Azimuth processor for stress analysis in rotary wing aircraft HORSHAM, PA—PRECISION SYSTEMS, INC. announced that the Aviation Applied Technology Directorate (AATD) has purchased new Rotor Azimuth Processors for a U.S. Army aviation modernization program. These units are designed as test equipment to provide high resolution rotor azimuth regardless of rotor speed. Stress on the airframe, main rotor torsion bar and rotor blades along with blade pitch control and noise reduction (sometimes called “blade slap”) require exacting knowledge of the location of the main and tail rotor blades in conjunction with main rotor speed. The generated output of the Rotor Azimuth Processor (RAP), in combination with other recorded flight data, provides a methodology for analyzing rotor conditions in all phases of flight. The RAP provides main rotor azimuth to plus and minus (+)0.5 degrees and tail rotor azimuth to plus and minus (+)5 degrees at 130% of the maximum rotation speed of today’s fastest rotary wing aircraft. This accuracy is greatly improved with lower rotational speed aircraft. The RAP can be configured to operate with any rotary wing aircraft using standard configuration setup. Real-time rotor data can provide vital information to help isolate stress points, alteration of blade characteristics, reduction of impulse noise and diagnosing aircraft problems. Data is collected from main and tail rotor contactors and tachometers, filtered in both hardware and software, computed and converted to 12-bit parallel digital and analog outputs for capture or analysis by external test and measurement instrumentation. Rotor azimuth is updated every 200 microseconds or 5,000 times every second. Weighing less than 3 pounds, equipped with MIL-38999 connectors and powered by the aircraft’s 28 VDC, the unit is designed for tolerance to operational temperatures of (-30°C to +60°C), voltage to MIL-STD-704F and 4G

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Schweiss enters alliance with european partner Fairfax and Prague In a forward-looking and global economy business decision, Schweiss Manufacturing, a Fairfax, MN firm recognized as the leader in both bifold and hydraulic doors in North America announces a strategic collaboration with Strojkov Engineering and AveoEngineering companies in Central Europe. Christian Nielsen, the American owner of the two engineering companies stated, “This joint venture with Schweiss capitalizes on our proven advanced engineering and low-cost manufacturing resources while extending the Schweiss tradition of unsurpassed quality and performance in the commercial, industrial and aviation door industry to the European continent.” Nielsen’s engineering and manufacturing group includes facilities in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, India and Malaysia. Because of his extensive aviation background, he was well aware of Schweiss as the top brand to partner with in developing a European manufacturing and marketing division for the Schweiss products.

”My initial conversations with Mike Schweiss “clicked” for me, whereas I found the top dogs at the other door companies mostly focused on marketing hype instead of the substance of a solid company and product,’ related Neilsen. Mike Schweiss views incredible opportunity for both firms. “Chris and I have reached a strategic partnership that will see us bring exciting new products in both high-tech control and safety systems plus advanced door engineering to our product line. For example the last 6 months we have seen intensive collaborative engineering and development work on the exciting MasterCommand™ control and safety system that is a paradigm shifting advance for the door industry.” This joint venture is already generating new ideas. Schweiss noted, “The integration of renewable energy technologies and energy efficiencies to our door product solutions will be achieved from the additional resources and expertise of GreenAir Engineering, Neilsen’s renewable energy system company that

specializes in hybrid solutions of solar and wind combined.” Schweiss will have a manufacturing footprint in the heart of Europe with the 150,000 square foot Strojkov/Aveo production facilities.” Paul Whittingham, EVP of AveoEngineering added, “This venture will mean a new generation of door solutions will be a reality in both the North American and European markets soon, with expansion to the Middle East and Asia the next phase of the cooperation.” Strojkov Engineering www. strojkovengineering.com is the leading design engineering firm in Central Europe, with a decade of advanced engineering design and development support to worldleading multinational firms. It also offers extensive manufacturing capabilities to its clients with its excellent production facilities and experienced team. AveoEngineering www.aveoengineering.com is a leading

Frank Robinson, President and Chairman of Robinson Helicopter Co., Retires Torrance, CA—Frank Robinson, founder of Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), officially announced on August 10, 2010 that he has resigned as President and Chairman of the Board. Robinson intended to retire on his 80th birthday in January, 2010 but elected to postpone his retirement until the design of the R66 Turbine was complete. With R66 production underway and FAA certification imminent, Robinson decided to make his retirement official. Kurt Robinson was elected by the Board of Directors to assume the positions of President and Chairman on August 10, 2010. RHC’s upper management team

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Manufacturer/Model: Bell Helicopter 206B-3 Total production (all variants): 4,600+ Comments: The safest, most reliable helicopter with competitive operating costs, featuring a high inertia two bladed main rotor providing excellent autorotation characteristic. Engine(s): (1) Rolls-Royce 250-C20J HP (takeoff) 420 hp/313 kw Dimensions: main rotor 33.3 ft/10.2 m, Tail rotor 5.4 ft/1.65 m Height: 9.7 ft/2.9 m Length: 39.2 ft/12 m Width: 6.4 ft/2.0 m Empty weight: 1,713 lbs/777 kg Gross weight: 3,200 lbs/1,451 kg Useful load std: 1,487 lbs/674 kg Useful load Alt: 1,637 lbs/742 kg External: 1,500 lbs/ 680 kg, Vne: 122 kts/226 kmh Max cruise: 115 kts/213 kmh Max rate of climb: 1,280 fpm/6.5 ms HIGE: 13,200 ft/4,023 m HOGE: 5,300 ft/1,615 m Service ceiling: 13,500 ft/4,115 m S/E service ceiling N/A Std fuel: 91 gal/344 lit Max fuel: N/A IFR: N/A VFR Crew: 1 Passengers 4

Manufacturer/Model Enstrom 480B private, trainer, and police, Total production (all variants) 113 First flight 1988 Comments Seats five people for executive transport or three people with dual controls for flight training or patrol missions. Change-over is accomplished in minutes. Includes numerous police options. Engine(s) (1) Rolls-Royce 250-C20W HP (takeoff) 420 shp, 305 shp for take-off, 277 for continuous Dimensions main rotor 32.0 ft/9.7 m Tail rotor 5.0 ft/1.5 m Height 9.6 ft/2.9 m Length 30.01 ft/9.1 m Width 8.1 ft/2.5 m Empty weight 1,800 lbs/816 kg Gross weight 3,000 lbs Useful load 1,200 lbs/544 kg External 1,000 lbs/453 kg Vne 125 kts Max cruise 115 kts Max rate of climb 1,600 fpm HIGE 15,600 ft/ 4,755 m HOGE 14,000 ft/4,267 m Service ceiling 13,000 ft/3,963 m S/E service ceiling N/A Std fuel 90 gal/340 lit Max fuel 90 gal/340 lit Max range std fuel (no reserve) 375 nm/694 km VFR Crew 1 Passengers 4

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Manufacturer/Model Eurocopter EC 120B Total production (all variants) 473 First flight 1996 Comments Designed to provide operators with mission flexibility. Integrated flight and display system, low maintenance cost, simple and easy to maintain. New generation Fenestron for low noise emission. Engine(s) (1) Turbomecca Arrius 2F HP (takeoff) 504 shp Dimensions main rotor 32.81 ft/10.0 m Tail rotor 2.46 ft/0.74 m Height 11.15 ft/3.40 m Length 37.79 ft/11.52 m Width 8.53 ft/2.6 m Empty weight 2,183 lbs/990 kg Gross weight 3,781 lbs/1,715 kg Useful internal load 1,598 lbs/725 kg External 1,543 lbs/700 kg Vne 150 kts/278 kmh Max cruise 120 kts/222 kmh Max rate of climb 1,150 fpm/5.84 ms HIGE 9,250 ft/2,819 m HOGE 7,600 ft/2,316 m Service ceiling 17,310 ft/5,300 m Std fuel 107.3 gal/406 lit Max range std fuel (no reserve) 383 nm/710 km VFR Crew 1 Passengers 4

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Manufacturer/Model Robinson R22 Total production (all variants) 4,236 First flight 1975 Comments Reliable, low-cost two-seater used for powerline patrol, flight training, herding, photography, fish spotting, and other light utility. Holds every world performance record in its weight class. World’s 2nd bestselling civil helicopter — just behind Robinson’s R44 four-seater. Engine(s) (1) Lycoming O-360-J2A HP (takeoff) 180 shp derated to 131 Dimensions main rotor 25.2 ft/7.7 m Tail rotor 3.5 ft/1.1 m Height 8.9 ft/2.7 m Length 28.8 ft/8.8 m Width 6.3 ft/1.9 m Empty weight 855 lbs/388 kg Gross weight 1,370 lbs/621 kg Useful load 515 lbs/233 kg External None Vne 102 kts/189 kmh/118 mph Max cruise 96 kts/178 kmh @ 70% power Max rate of climb 1,000 fpm/305 mpm HIGE 9,400 ft/2,865 m HOGE 5,200 ft/1,585 m Service ceiling 14,000 ft/4,267 m Std fuel 19.2 gal/72.7 lit Max fuel 29.7 gal/112.4 lit Max range std fuel (no reserve) 180 nm/333 km Range with opt fuel 278 nm/515 km VFR Crew 1 Passengers 1

Manufacturer/Model Eurocopter EC 135T2+ Total production (all variants) 527 Engine(s) (2) Turbomeca Arrius 2B2 HP (takeoff) 633 shp/472 kw ea. Dimensions main rotor 33.5 ft/10.2 m Tail rotor 3.3 ft/1.0 m Height 11.9 ft/3.62 m Length 39.90 ft/12.16 m Width 8.7 ft/2.65 m Empty weight 3,208 lbs/1,455 kg Gross weight 6,415 lbs/2,910 kg Useful internal load 3,208 lbs/1,455kg External 3,031 lbs/1,375 kg Vne 140 kts/259 kmh Max cruise 137 kts/254 kmh Max rate of climb 1,500 fpm/7.6 ms HIGE 10,000 ft/3,045 m HOGE 6,600 ft/2,010 m Service ceiling 10,000 ft/3,045 m S/E service ceiling 9,700 ft/2,955 m Std fuel 185 gal/700.5 lit Max fuel 241gal/912 lit Max range std fuel (no reserve) 334 nm/620 km Range with opt fuel 434 nm/804 km IFR Crew 1 Passengers 6

Manufacturer/Model: AgustaWestland Grand Total production (all variants): >180 Comments: Certified single-pilot IFR Category “A” single engine performance. Engine: (2) Pratt & Whitney PW207C HP (takeoff) 735 shp ea. Dimensions: main rotor 35.5 ft/10.83 m Tail rotor 6.3 ft/1.94 m Height: 11.4 ft/3.4 m Length 38.3 ft/11.7 m Width 5.4 ft/1.6 m Empty weight: 3,660 lbs/1,660 kg Gross weight 7,000 lbs/3,175 kg Useful load: 3,351 lbs/1,520 kg External: 3,406 lbs/1.545 kg Vne: 168 kts/311 kmh Max cruise: 155 kts/287 kmh Max rate of climb: 1,830 fpm/9.30 ms HIGE: 15,600 ft/4,750 m HOGE: 10,600 /3,050 m Service ceiling: 16,200 ft/4,940 m Std fuel: 152 gal/575 lit Max fuel: 213 gal/805 lit Max range: std fuel (no reserve) 295 nm/546 km Range with opt fuel: 432nm/800 km IFR Crew: 1 Passengers 7

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1988 Eurocopter Dauphin S/N 6220 TTSN: 4829 hours Dual control (FP) Windshield wipers assy pilot / copilot 24V external plug Heating assembly Sliding door LH / RH Emergency raft type Aerazur on roof(Qty:2) Retractable landing light Emergency floats Hoist (FP) Cargo sling (FP) Push out windows Public address HUMS (Health and Usage Monitoring Systems) EXIS photolum. emergency exits lighting. Make an offer Call Patrick Hossman Southern Cross Aviation 954-591-4490 patjr@scross.com visit our website www.scross.com (0 9 -10)

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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 (09-10)

1990 BO105 LS, 4750-TT. Eng 1&2 418-TT. Well equipped, executive configuration, new paint ‘06. $750,000. www. tradewindinternational.com Tradewind Int’l: 800-585-7004, 608-756-3632, fax 608-756-2606 T F N

Hughes 1984 Eurocopter AS365N Dauphin, Serial Number 6082 TTSN 12874 hours TTSOH: 754 hours. Dual control (FP) Heating assembly 24V external plug Windshield wipers assy pilot / copiloy Emergency raft type Aerazur on roof(Qty:2) Retractable landing light Push out windows HUMS (Health and Usage Monitoring Systems) EXIS photolum.emergency exits lighting Sliding door LH / RH Emergency floats Hoist (FP) Cargo sling (FP) Public address 11 x comfort seats (Kevlar seats) Make an offer Call Patrick Hossman Southern Cross Aviation 954-591-4490 patjr@scross.com visit our website www.scross.com (0 9 -10)

1983 AS-365N Dauphin VIP S/N: 6080, 3400 TT, Fresh Airframe Major Overhaul Contact: marc.mongeau@orange. fr, Ph: +33 608 786 373, Fax: +33 153 016 550 (09-10)

Hughes 269A, N8782F, SN 720107, ACFT MT 1737.7, ACIT TT 8611, M/R Blades 1115.8 hrs remaining, T/R Blades 4499.9 hrs remaining. Engine has 1399 hrs remaining. Includes dual fuel tanks & dual controls. Flown approx. 1 hr since last annual. White w/red trim. Great condition. Make offer. Contact Bill Goff at 828-765-5516 or billgoff@bellsouth.net 09-10

PRICE REDUCED! OH-6A . It has 3800TT with 90 hrs since overhaul on the T63-A700 engine. New glass, Hooker Harnesses, good comp. times, completely original OH-6 with 190 hrs since professional restoration. Not a cut up ex law enforcement OH-6, Fresh annual. $339,000 Call Ron 559930-5355. (09-10)

Hummingbird Helicopter-Order positions available in our next production run. Contact Vertical Aviation Technologies, Inc., 407-322-9488, sales@verticalaviation.com, www.vertical-aviation.com (09-10)

MD Helicopters S/N: 22173

New Production

EMS

1981 Bell 412

S/N: 33036

Silent Auction

EMS

1996 Bell 430

S/N: 49011

Silent Auction

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1996 Bell 430

S/N: 49012

Silent Auction

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1989 Bell 206 L3

S/N: 51328

2,473 hours

Corp/Utility

1982 Bell 206 L3

S/N: 51009

9,885 hours

Utility

1981 Bell 206 L1/C30P

S/N: 45694

8,054 hours

Utility

1981 Bell 206 L1

S/N: 45676

6,483 hours

Corporate

2000 AS 350 B2

S/N: 3332

2,390 hours

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Robinson 2007 R44 Raven II with A/C. IFR trainer. $249,000 S/N# 12040. TT 1285 Garmin GTX330 TXP. KY196A Ann 7/10 Contact Andres Kerllenevich 904-342-0630 http://R44sales.com ( 0 9 -10 )

1967 TH55 Hughes/Schweizer 269A, Normal category, 2-owner machine with spare M/R blade, cargo rack, modern avionics. For more info. Pls. Email/call ken at 850-763-9000 sales@helitechinc.com (12-10)

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2010 Agusta Grand

2010 MD530F-Brand New, Full Factory Warranty, Pilot and Mechanic Training. Immediate Delivery. Black Exterior, Gray Cloth Interior. Strong RR-C30 Turbine. Perfect Hot/ High Helicopter. Certified to 16,000 ft HIGE. 100+ OAT, No problem. Perfect for Desert Mountain Ops. New order 2010 MD530’s at $2.0M. Call for Savings and No Waiting, Call Mark at 717-309-3100 or email mpcampolong@gmail.com Vistit our website www.airexcell.us (0 9 -10)

1992, MD520N S/N LN019, TTSN 6850, SMOH 1750, King KY196VHF, King KY76 Transponder, GPS, Interior and Exterior are in good condition, There is no damage. Call Raymond for price, 418-871-0047. Visit www.thabetaeroplus.ca 0 9 - 1 0

2009 RII w/AC, 80 hrs TT. Blue metallic Astro paint, tan leather, bubble windows, Bose headsets, Garmin 420 & 330 w/traffic displayed. Part 135 flown & maintained. Will Export or Deliver. Full specs & price at www.hrheli.com. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or e-mail hrheli@hrheli.com. t f n

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

2007 RII w/AC - 1150 hrs TT. White & red, leather, bubble windows, 2 Bose X’s. 9-hole panel w/HSI & Garmin 430 - excellent instrument trainer. Full specs & price at www.hrheli.com. Call Dave at 757-488-9044 or e-mail hrheli@hrheli.com TFN NEW 2010 RAVEN II, Dark blue blue leather interior, ac bubble windows, Garmin 430, vertical compass, 406elt $423000 Contact: Florida Suncoast Helicopters, Bill Cooper, 800-391-2397

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Factory Authorized Sales and Service. R22 & R44 Sales and Brokerage. Low Commissions. Buy/Sell. New/Used. Large Selection. Call Andres L. Kerllenevich at 904-342-0630 or visit R44Sales.com (09-10) 1993 MD520N S/N:LN046; TTSN 6171, King KY196VHF, King KY76 Transponder, GPS, Auto re-ignite, Interior and Exterior are in good condition, Call Raymond for price, 418-871-0047. Visit www.thabetaeroplus.ca 09 -10

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Schweizer FOR SALE: 2008 Schweizer 269C with TT 681.8 Instrument Trainer Asking $290K Pls. call: Ken Thrasher/ Heli-Tech: 850-763-9000 email: ana@helitechinc.com ( 1 2 - 1 0 )

Lycoming VO/TVO-435 & 540, many new parts, 50% off! Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-6980280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-11)

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2007 Schweizer 300CBI, N511BH. TT921 hrs., dual controls, heater, flyable ground wheels,dual landing lights, Bendix/ King Ky96A COMMS, Xponder, GPS Mount & VSI. Aircraft location: Norwood, MA. Contact: Blue Hill Helicopters, 781688-0263. Visit our website for more opportunites: www. bluehillhelicopters.com TFN

Sikorsky

HELI TOW CART FOR ROBINSON R-22 OR R-44, like new, new price $3,795.00, My price $2,450.00, BILL BARTON 770-318-0301 (09-10) Bubble covers, Engine covers, Blade tie-downs, engine plugs & blade covers at Bruce’s Custom Covers, 408-738-3959, bruce@aircraftcovers.com (01-11)

206 B/L UH-1 B/H/F

Dyna Nav (Dynamic Navigation & Mapping Systems) provides GPS guidance systems for your aircraft. 604-465-0009, info@dynanav.com, www.dynanav.com 06-11

1962 Sikorsky S-58T, TTSN 9976, SMOH 14287/13219, SPOH Ask Status, Cargo interior, exterior has been newly painted. Call Raymond for price, 418-871-0047. Visit www. thabetaeroplus.ca 09-10

misc. helicopters 1995 300 CB S#008 6218 TT, King Avionics. good component times, exc. maint. Reduced- $96,500 407-873-1101 (09-10)

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 (09-10) LongRanger Cargo Hook & Beam Assy 206-706-341-101 including provisions. Also have 206B/206L rotor brake, dual control, wire strike Kits and parts for sale Call Tradewind Int’l. 800-585-7004, 608-756-3632. Fax: 608756-2606. Email: info@tradewindinternational.com, www. helicopterparts.net TFN

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 TFN

Wanted: Cessna Helicopters, CH-18/YH41, parts surplus, salvage, finders fee, any location. Also Hughes Y0H-6 Tail Rotor gear box, etc. Early Allison T-63 APU Engines 1950s-1960s. Also (Web) Schweitzow B/Hunt Bros. Helicopter. Please contact Dennis Clarcq, 3878 Jones Rd. Cohocton, NY 14826, Clarcqish@gmail.com, 585-384-5333, Fax: 3845080 (09-10)

helicopters wanted WANTED: WASP spray helicopter any condition considered. Also spray gear for Bell 47’s no junk Call 662-721-2510 ( 09-10) Need an IRS Tax Deduction? Donate Your Helicopter to Charity, email us: amberalert@juno.com (12-10)

ag related Everything for the Ag Operator. Satloc Level III Sales & Service, Spray Systems, CP Nozzles, Dry Breaks, AgTex, Avtex Airforce/Navy Flight Suits Helmets. Light Weight, Noise Attentuated. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 573-3590500, email to: sales@midcont.com (09-10)

The Right Aviation Insurance Broker makes all the difference in the world. The experience you need to get the job done right. Focused on service. We work for you, not the insurance companies. Jim Gardner & Rick Langley @ J. Smith Lanier & Co. 678 - 639 - 4108, 800-654-7892, x4108 or 4104, jgardner@jslaviation.com, rlangley@jslaviation.com. Your team that can’t be beat. (12-10) 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 (09-10) Mid-Continent Aircraft Insurance Brokers - Over 61 years Risk Management Experience for Professional Operators. 800-325-0885, e-mail: acinsurance@midcont.com Sharon/ Laura (09-10)

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engines PT-6, Allison and Turbomeca parts. We have a small inventory of new parts, including consumables. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-11) Action Aircraft is a full-service overhaul/repair facility for Rolls -Royce 250 series engines located in Dallas, Texas. We offer superior service and pricing in addition to free technical assistance. Engines, modules and parts available on outright and exchange basis. When you need RR250 engine overhaul and repair - “Take Action”. Please call phone 214-351-1284 or 1-800-909-7616, fax: 214-351-1286, email: danny@ actionaircraft.com., website: www.actionaircraft.com (12-10) Rolls Royce 250C20B Turbine Section P/N 23038241 O-TSO standard Aero Overhaul Oct 2009 All New wheels Price $80,000 Call 661-268-8070 email: whiteaero@aol.com (09-10)

Volume 10, May 2009

miscellaneous LOT FOR SALE: One-acre-square house lot, Plane Living Sky Park, 2,000 s.f., all-brick, covenants, 5 miles west of I-75, Exit 142, Public water, septic sewer. paved streets, curb and gutter, street lights. Lot is one of 13 directly on new sod runway, Google It! (Google photo before development). South side of Hwy 96 at 50 Lane Rd., Fort Valley, Georgia 31030, Save thousands and buy from owner. $49,900 includes closing costs. 478.987.2250 (tfn)

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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

2008 Robinson R44 Raven II 2006 Robinson R44 Raven II 2008 Robinson R22 Beta II

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TOTAL TIME: 110, 675, 45 ASKING PRICE: Call for Pricing 2009 Raven II, TT 400, A/C, HID landing lights, CONTACT:bubble Dave Hynes 757-488-9044, hrheli@hrheli.com windows, turn coordinator, vertical

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

2009 Raven II, New unit–ferry time only, A/C, HID landing light, bubble windows, vertical compass PAI-700, artificial horizon, Transponder, Garmin GTX300 Mode S w/Remote Mode C Altitude Encoder, Kannad 406 AF Series 406 MHz ELT, pilot-side avionics console, GPS/COM Garmin 420W, Bose interface-all seats, NAT AA12S Stereo Controller Req’d w/2nd COM

More about compass N62FA 20 Instruments, digital PAIon -700,page IVSI United

clock LC-2, Transponder, Garmin GTX330 Mode S w/Remote Mode C Altitude Encoder, Kannad 406 INSIDE THIS EDITION: Bell 429 achieves certification, Whirly AF Series 406 MHz ELT, pilot-side avionics console, Girls accepting for training, Common aviation 9-hole panel,applications GPS/COM/NAV Garmin 430W COM 2 w/GI-106A CD, Bose interface-all seats, insuranceNAT terms and definitions AA12S Stereo Controller Req’d w/2nd COM

August 2009

Schweiss Bi-Fold Doors leads the bifold door industry in quality, innovation, design, and price. Our website at http://bifold.com offers assistance with installing bifold doors, upgrading your existing building structure, and helping you find the best bi-fold door for your needs (12-10)

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Bell UH-1H Plus 2008 Raven I, TT 60, bubble windows, 2000 Raven I, N6SG, SN 0878, TT 925, CIA is an authorized dealer for the Simplex vertical compass PAI-700, artificial horizon, Engine SMOH 51, King KT76 Transponder, 244 Spray System. From Sales to Complete Transponder, Garmin GTX328 Mode S w/ Installation call for more information. Contact King KY196A COM Radio, artificial horizon, Remote Mode C Altitude Encoder, ELT, Pointer Dominique Youakim 217-512-1000, Bose interface, engine overhauled by G&N 3000, pilot-side avionics console, GPS/COM dominique@flywithcia.com, Aircraft 2007, tan cloth, fire extinguisher. Garmin 420W, NAT AA12S Stereo Controller www.flywithcia.com Req’d w/2nd COM, 2 Bose headsets

REGISTRATION: N703PH SERIAL NUMBER: 69-15602 TOTAL TIME: 4749.5 ASKING PRIcE: cALL fOR PRIcE cONTAcT: sales@nwhelicopters.com, 360-754-7200 More about this helicopter on page 20

2009 Raven II, New unit–ferry time only, A/C, HID landing light, bubble windows, vertical compass PAI-700, artificial horizon, Transponder, Garmin GTX300 Mode S w/ Remote Mode C Altitude Encoder, Kannad 406 AF Series 406 MHz ELT, pilot-side avionics console, GPS/COM Garmin 420W, Bose interface-all seats, NAT AA12S Stereo Controller Req’d w/2nd COM

Formally Universal Helicopter INSIDE: April 2009

INSIDE THIS EDITION: Museum tours ready for take-off • Helitech Portugal’s first conference to debate latest rotary wing issues and challenges • Strong, steady future for helicopters • Sikorsky eyes helicopter deal with Indian Navy • Plus much more! April 2010

September 2010

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 800746-8273 (12-10)

Doctor’s Orders: A pilot’s vacation home with a pilot discount! St. George Island, Florida. Directly on private beach with expansive views of the Gulf of Mexico, three levels of covered furnished decks. Spacious open living/dining/ kitchen area. Five bedrooms including two master suites and four baths, multiple TVs/DVDs/VCRs/wireless Internet. Occupancy 12, beds: three kings, four twins, one queen sleeper sofa. Under-house concrete parking, 15’ x 30’ pool (heated for a fee), enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower, fish cleaning area, park-style grill. Paved 3339’ airport on island (F47) a quarter mile from the house. Ask for “pilot’s discount” Major discounts for Spring and Fall! Visit www. resortvacationproperties.com for photos, 877.272.8206. The Helicopter Newspaper “Endorsed”. (0 9 -10)

LOT FOR SALE: Beautiful 2.73 acres wooded lot, 298’ wide and 400’ deep, Pine Ridge Equestrian Estates, Public water and septic sewer, Five miles from Crystal River, Florida, Covenant exclusive neighborhood, Community center, Pool & golf course. Mini-ranchettes with zoning that allows up to three horses and stables with your home. 27 miles of horse trails with access at rear of lot. GOOGLE IT! Citrus County, Florida, 3620 Stirrup Drive, Beverly Hills, FL. $94,900. David A. Eiland, Realtor, Realty Select Phone 352-563-5313, Fax 888-834-9437, Email: citruslevyland@gmail.com, Website: www.citruscountyland.com (tfn)

parts Fuel cell repair or replacement for all makes & models–FAA approved commercial crash resistant construction, flexible bladder nitrile rubber construction, all construction TSO-C80 certified, 2-year warranty. Contact Floats & Fuel Cells at 901842-7110, www.ffcfuelcells.com (12-10) Bell Helicopter Tailbooms For Sale. 205/212/412 to 206B/L series and 407. Sold with Transport Canada Form 1 Certification, overhauled using Bell CSF Approved Jigs to ensure Structural Compliance for alignment. CHS, Mike Duck, Phone: 604533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, mike@helistructures.com TFN Parting out Bell 212 and 206 Fuselages, many parts available. Please phone or Fax your requests. CHS, Mike Duck, Phone: 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, E-mail: mike@ helistructures.com TFN UH-1H Composite main rotor blades for sale P/N 205-015150-101 and main rotor blades B model P/N 204-011-001015. Tail rotor blades Van Horn Aviation P/N 2042200-101 for the H and B models and for the 206 P/N 2062200-101. Call Pablo at HeliBlade, Inc. 530-365-1278 (04-11) Bell 206L-4 New Low Skid kit for sale. Will trade for float kit for L-4. 631-588-2780. TFN Bell 206B Tail Rotor Gear Box as removed. P/N 206-040400-13 outright. 631-588-2780. TFN 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., 204-011401-11 Scissors & Sleeve assy, 205-040-263-111 Input Quill, 205-040-200-1 gen. Offset Quill, (4) 204-040-600-11 Hanger assy., 204-040-003-37 gear box 42, 204-040012-13 gear box 90. Pac West Helicopters CRS PW6R1161J Tel/530-241-2402 “e” pwheli@awwwsome.com (09-10) NEW Tail Rotor Blades for UH-1H–FAA STC/PMA SR02051LA, Carbon Fiber construction, 2400 hr service life, competitive pricing. Van Horn Aviation LLC, 480-483-4202, www. vanhornaviation.com (12-10) Parting out a 1995 Schweizer 300CB, drive train/power train & many more parts. Pls. contact Ken 850-763-9000 Fax 850-763-8712 or email sales@helitechinc.com (12-10)

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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, 800433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com (02-11) MD Helicopter parts. We have a few new MD Helicopter parts. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-6980280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-11) Hughes parts. We have some new Hughes parts at big discounts. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-11) Hiller parts. We have a small stock of new Hiller parts. Check with us often. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-11) Eurocopter parts. We have purchased several inventories of new parts and are ready to serve you. Contact us, or search our web site for the parts you need. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-11) Enstrom parts. We have a small stock of new Enstrom parts. Check with us often. Preferred Airparts, 800-4330814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com (02-11) Bell parts. We have a nice stock of new parts for Bell 47, 206 and others. It’s worth the effort to check with us, or search our web site for your part numbers. Preferred Airparts, 800433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com (02-11) New STC Tail Rotor Blades, Part No. 204-2200-101 for 204 UH-1 heliopters from Van Horn Aviaiton LLC. Contact HeliBlade Inc. Distributor & Service Center for these new and improved composite tail rotors 530-365-1278 (04-11) RR 250-C20B complete compressor 0.00 TSO new wheels. $45,000.00 USD exchange. Call 631-588-2780. TFN ENSTROM PARTS, SALES & SERVICE Huge parts inventory, 20 yrs exp., loaner tools. AOG same day shipping a specialty, full time factory trained A&P parts man on staff. Get service advice with your parts. A.O.G. and Exports Sales New Garden Aviation, Ask for Tom 610-268-2048 Fax 610-268-0342 (09-10)

BELL 47 PARTS FAA/PMA Approved Many in stock and ready to ship. M/R Grips for 1200 hours with no eddy current inspections. Fan Belts, Engine Mounts, Mufflers, Sprag Kits, “ No Bar” Control System and many other parts. texashelicopter@aol.com, www.thcwasp.com or 972-399-1045 office or 972-790-6397 fax (09-10) UH-1 Vertical Fin Spar Kits. Pac West Helicopters is an approved Distributor for the Global Helicopter Technology STC approved Vertical Fin Spar replacement which terminates AD99-25-12 action. Have your kit installed by us at our Cal. facility where we are able to perform extensive repairs if 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 (09-10) Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, accessory parts for just about everything. Big discounts! 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-11)

services Floats & Fuel Cells–your N. American Eurocopter authorized repair facility with comprehensive repair capabilities for all makes & models, available for 24/7 shipping. FAA repair staion no. TH4R544M. 901-842-7110, www.ffcfuelcells.com (12-10) Support the helicopter industry...Become a member of HAI! Call 800-435-4976 or 703-683-4646, Email mbr@rotor.com, or visit www.rotor.com (tfn)

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CHS - your complete Bell Helicopter Repair and Overhaul Facility, supporting only Bell Helicopter Products from Component Overhauls to Major Inspections. CHS puts quality first. CHS #9-5225 216th Street Langley, B.C. V2Y 2N3 www.helistructures.com Transport Canada AMO#.137-96 and EASA.145.7112 604-533-1148 Fax: 604-533-1517 mike@ helistructures.com TFN Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Component Overhauls. 205/212/412/206B/L Series and 407. Quality Services, Competitive Pricing with Technical staff, specializing only in Bell Products. Contact: CHS, Mike Duck, Phone: 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, E-mail: mike@helistructures.com TFN Specializing in Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Tailboom Overhauls. 205/212/412 Tailbooms, 206B/L and 407 overhauled using Bell Approved Jigs. Tailbooms overhauled to Bell Specifications. Certification provided Transport Canada Form 1. Mike Duck, 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, mike@helistructures.com TFN Specializing in Bell Helicopter Commercial and UH-1 Air Frame Completions/Refurbishments. Authorized Bell Helicopter Textron Customer Service Facility, specializing in Models 205/212/412, 206 Series, 407s. Quality Services, Competitive Pricing with Technical staff specializing only in Bell Products. CHS, Mike Duck, 604-533-1148, Fax: 604-533-1517, mike@ helistructures.com TFN Rotor blade repairs by HeliBlade, Inc. a FAA Repair Station. Contact Pablo Martinez at 530-365-1278 (04-11)

WEST FLORIDA HELICOPTERS 30 years of service to the Helicopter Industry: Authorized sales dealer for Sikorsky Global Helicopters/ Light Helicopter Program. Details at OFFICE 727-823-5200 or FAX 727-823-5484. Visit our website at: www.wfhelicopters.com (09-10)

Component Overhauls & Part Sales, FAA,CRS, Agusta, Bell, Eurocopter, & MD  Approved CSF, Acclaimed Quality Service, Competitive pricing, Discount on Parts, Dedicated Friendly Customer Service. Contact Tom Sullivan at Sterling Helicopter. 215-271-2510 Fax 215-788-7319, E-mail: tom@ sterlinghelicopter.com (09-10) Export / Import, Pre-Buys & Transport ANYWHERE! Aircraft Recovery. Contact Tom Sullivan at Sterling Helicopter 215271-2510 Fax 215-788-7319 E-mail: tom@sterlinghelicopter. com (09-10)

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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 TFN

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