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Tenax has eliminated the bureaucracy, excess overhead, and communication barriers Tenax has been leasing fixed and • Aircraft system integration rotary wing aircraft to Government • Pilot and airborne equipment agencies as well as business supporting operators Government aviation operations since • Aircraft maintenance 2002. Tenax current customers include As a privately held aircraft leasing the US Air Force, Air National Guard, company Tenax has eliminated the US Navy, Department of Agriculture, bureaucracy, excess overhead, and Department of Justice, L-3 Vertex Inc, communication barriers that plague and Greenwood Group Inc. many corporations. Tenax’s customer Tenax is not aircraft or helicopter first management approach ensures type/model/series specific and will every Tenax client has the authority acquire for lease any aircraft that meets to contact any member of the Tenax a customer’s requirement. Tenax will leadership team at any time, ensuring also provide aviation services beyond prompt resolution to all concerns. aircraft leasing, tailored to each Tenax Management approaches every customer’s individual needs. Tenax opportunity as a unified team with the Final UTP-0905-Ad 2 color 11/13/09 2:18 PM that Pagetheir 1 success is services include: understanding • Aircraft fleet management based on the success of the customer’s

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Ontario Police Department takes delivery of third AS350 B2 Grand Prairie, Texas – American Eurocopter announced that the Ontario (CA) Police Air Support Unit has taken delivery of its third AS350 B2. The aircraft is scheduled to join the fleet in December when it will go into service performing patrol and surveillance missions for the City of Ontario, California. “The AS350 family of helicopters is recognized throughout the U.S. airborne law enforcement community as a powerful and reliable platform that provides the performance and flexibility for a variety of missions and environments,” says Ed Van Winkle, American Eurocopter’s Law Enforcement Market Manager. “The AS350 B2 has provided the Ontario Police Air Support Unit with nearly a decade of service with low maintenance requirements and low cost of operation.” Each of the Air Support Unit’s B2s are equipped with Spectrolab searchlights with 30 million candlepower, L-3/ Wescam forward looking infrared (FLIR), and avionics for communication and navigation. Seventy to 80% of the Unit’s missions are flown at night, so outfitting their helicopters with additional hightech equipment is a necessity, including NVG capability. Carrying a modern mission equipment suite may have been a problem for smaller, less powerful helicopters, but the AS350 B2 is able to do so with useful load to spare. “The AS350 B2 gives us the power, cabin size and flexibility we need to accomplish our missions,” said Sergeant Eric Weidner, Officer in Charge of the

Ontario Police Department’s Air Unit. “Because of these features, we have been able to create a spacious cockpit work environment even with all our advanced equipment, which allows our teams to operate at a higher level. The B2 is the right tool for the right job.” The Ontario Police Department’s Air Support Unit was founded in 1989 and it converted to Eurocopter and the AS350 B2 in 2002. In addition to performing the normal patrol and surveillance missions, the Unit’s helicopters also provide assistance to the Identification Unit for aerial photography, the SWAT Team for their specialized operations, the Detective Bureau, the Narcotics Unit, and they occasionally assist other agencies within the City of Ontario. American Eurocopter is the U.S. affiliate of Eurocopter, the largest helicopter manufacturer in the world, and a subsidiary of EADS North America Holdings, the North American operations of EADS, the second largest aerospace and defense company in the world. American Eurocopter is a helicopter manufacturer and markets, sells and supports the broadest range of civil and para-public helicopters offered by any manufacturer. The product line represents the most cost-effective, technologicallyadvanced helicopters, ranging from light single to heavy twin, serving all markets and missions. American Eurocopter’s headquarters and main facility are in Grand Prairie, TX, with a large manufacturing and production facility in Columbus, MS.

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calendar of events September 2011 September 6-8, 2011 ALEA Western Safety Seminar Universal City, CA www.alea.org September 27-29, 2011 Helitech Duxford Duxford Imperial War Museum www.helitechevents.com

October 2011 October 2011 - TBA ALEA Canada Safety Seminar Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada www.alea.org October 10-12, 2011 NBAAA Meeting and Conference Las Vegas, NV www.nbaa.org October 17-19, 2011 AMTC St. Louis, MO www.aams.org

October 23, 2011 10th Annual Wings, Wheels, Rotors & Expo Los Alamitos Army Airfield Los Alamitos, CA wwrexpo.net

November 2011 November 1-3, 2011 ALEA Central Safety Seminar Austin, TX www.alea.org November 12-14, 2011 CIAM - Int’l Trade Show Ciam Cancun 2011 www.expo-ciam.com/ November 14-17, 2011 2011 DoD Maintenence Symposium Fort Worth Convention Center Fort Worth, TX www.sae.org

February 2012 February 8-9, 2012 Joseph Cribbins Aviation Symposium Huntsville, AL www.aaatv.countmein.com February 11-14, 2012 Heli-Expo 2012 Dallas, TX www.heliexpo.com

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

April 2012 April 1-4, 2012 2012 AAAA Professional Forum & Expo Nashville, TN www.quad-a.org

April 22-27, 2012 MTLI Wheeling, WV www.aams.org

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

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

July 2012 July 9-15, 2012 Farnborough International United Kingdom www.farnborough.com July 23-29, 2012 EAA Airventure Oshkosh, WI www.airventure.org

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

October 2013 October TBA AMTC Virginia Beach, VA www.aams.org

May 2014 May 13-15, 2014 EBACE Geneva, Switzerland www.ebace.aero

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Isolair continues to grow GRESHAM, Ore. - Sales continued to grow significantly in 2011 for the Gresham, Ore. based ISOLAIR Incorporated. While fire-fighting systems made up the majority of these sales, ISOLAIR continues to manufacture an extensive and innovative line of custom equipment for commercial helicopters. Fire-fighting system sales were up from 2010 at ISOLAIR. Complementing this growth, the agricultural application industry has provided sales that have nearly doubled those from years past. With over 25 innovative models to choose from, ISOLAIR remains a driving force in the helicopter industry, as it has been for the past 30 years. The agricultural application industry continues to grow rapidly. Nearly 25 percent of crop applications come from the air. 309 million acres of cropland are currently being treated with crop protection products. 77 million of these acres are treated via aviation. While only 12 percent of these applications currently come from helicopters, the trend

continues to move towards smaller, more maneuverable aircraft. Thus, helicopters, and ISOLAIR alike, are right where they want to be, positioned to propel the industry throughout the next decade. ISOLAIR recently announced new additions to their agricultural application industry line. This includes ISOLAIR’s 3900-480 Innovator II for Enstrom model 480 helicopters, which is FAA and EASA approved and in the process of attaining CAAC certifications. The 3900-480 Innovator II has an external bellymounted fiberglass tank, which holds up to130 gallons. Encompassing 53 nozzles spread precisely over 29 feet, the 3900480 has outboard booms that can be easily adjusted to create the desired flow. Also in the process of achieving FAA and EASA certifications is the ISOLAIR 3900-205 Innovator II for Bell model 205/212/UH-1H helicopters. The 3900-205 Innovator II has one of the largest system capacities on the market, holding upwards of 350 gallons when fully utilized. Easy to install and control,

the 3900-205 allows the helicopter to spray at an air speed of 90 MPH. The 3900-205 has adjustable swath lengths ranging anywhere between 60 and 150 feet.

The 3900-205 Innovator II has one of the largest system capacities on the market ISOLAIR is currently developing their 3900-206LR Innovator II for Bell model 206LR helicopters, as well as the 3900280 Innovator II for Enstrom models 280 and F-28F helicopters and the 3900-R44 Innovator II for Robinson R44 helicopters. ISOLAIR also announced its expanded line of ULV systems used to apply chemicals in mosquito latent areas. The helicopter remains a safe, reliable,

and cost-effective alternative to the standard fixed-wing aircraft often used in the aerial application industry. Yet the helicopter is just a tool. As an industry, producers like ISOLAIR and consumers must work together to further prove that the helicopter is the very best tool for the job, both here in the states and throughout the world. ISOLAIR remains committed to providing innovative solutions for every possible commercial helicopter need. Their knowledgeable sales staff is available around the clock to answer your questions and find the system that best suits you. Please contact ISOLAIR anytime, or visit them online at isolairinc. com. Michael, Terry, and the friendly staff look forward to hearing from and seeing you soon.

For 25 years, ISOLAIR has been manufacturing quality helicopter systems for the fire fighting, forestry and aerial application industries with an extensive line of certified and custom built helicopter equipment. ISOLAIR has the right system to fit your company’s needs and helicopter alike. From agricultural spray systems and bucket spreaders to fire fighting systems, forestry grapples and torches, ISOLAIR has the product for you! With competitive pricing, quality assurance, easy to install products and an ongoing commitment to customer service, we invite you to contact us. Our knowledgeable sales staff is ready to answer your questions and advise you on the ISOLAIR system that will best meet your company’s requirements.

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Hillsboro Aviation launches online store Hillsboro Aviation is pleased to announce the launch of its new online store, shopaviation.com, featuring aviation products and services ranging from avionics systems to experimental aircraft products to custom installations. Shopaviation.com is a one-stop aviation supplier offering diverse product lines, exceptional product and customer support and competitive pricing. Shopaviation.com sells items from the leading manufacturers, some of which are exclusive to this shop. The shopaviation.com customer service team can also locate thousands of aircraft parts from its well-established supplier network. While customers can purchase products directly through shopaviation. com, they also have the option to submit a request for quote for parts,

component overhaul, Lycoming engines, experimental aircraft avionics, avionics installations or maintenance services. This allows customers access to all of the products and services that Hillsboro Aviation is capable of offering. As an FAA-licensed repair station and a factory-authorized service center for Bell Helicopter, Cessna, Robinson Helicopter Company and Lycoming, Hillsboro Aviation has the expertise to assist with a variety of services. Hillsboro Aviation also specializes in installing the latest in avionics equipment from leading manufacturers such as Garmin, Cobham and Aspen Avionics. As a leader in maintenance, avionics and parts services with over 31 years experience, Hillsboro Aviation provides these services to numerous business and private aircraft owners. This

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about Headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon, Hillsboro Aviation has been in business since 1980. The company’s diverse operations include airplane and helicopter flight training, airplane and helicopter charter, aircraft sales, maintenance and avionics services. Its aircraft fleet includes more than

70 aircraft ranging from single-engine piston and multi-engine turbine King Air airplanes to Robinson R22s and turbine-powered Bell helicopters. Hillsboro Aviation is one of the largest combined airplane and helicopter flight training schools in the U.S. and one of the largest combined airplane and helicopter charter operators in the northwestern U.S. It is also the only U.S. Independent Representative for Bell Helicopter, the northwestern U.S. dealer for Cessna single-engine piston aircraft and a dealer for the Robinson Helicopter Company. To learn more about Hillsboro Aviation, visit www. hillsboroaviation.com and to shop the online store, visit www.shopaviation. com.

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Scott’s – Bell 47, Inc. responds to customer survey Scott’s – Bell 47, Inc. (SB47), OEM for the Model 47 helicopter, announce a reduction of their Main Rotor Blade spares pricing to $45,000 per blade, -13 & -21, and $45,500 for the -23. This reduction is driven by the customer survey responses received over the past 6 months and is afforded by their re-sourcing efforts to establish a new blade manufacturer. “The response to our customer market survey has been outstanding, with over 200 owner/operators providing input.” stated Neil Marshall, SB47 General Manager. He went on to explain “We asked our customers for their feedback in regards to maintenance costs, parts pricing & product improvements, and the resounding response was that blade pricing was too high. After an extensive sourcing program we are close to announcing the new blade manufacturer, and this now allows us to publish the new price for blades which reflects a 30% saving on the most recent list price.” The market survey has reinforced SB47 President & Owner Scott Churchill’s belief that the Model 47 still has a place

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in the rotorcraft market. He stated that “Over 80% of customers indicated they would be interested in an upgrade to their aircraft, and almost 70% said they would be interested to purchase a brand new Model 47 in the next 1-5 years, rather than purchase a competitor aircraft. Ensuring we have the right spare parts on the shelf remains our #1 priority but we are reviewing what improvements would be required to make the Model 47 competitive again. Discussions with the FAA & the supply base are very encouraging. If we can satisfy the customer demands for reduced maintenance costs and refresh the aircraft but keep the price competitive, then it’s clear the customer demand is there.” Scott’s – Bell 47, Inc.’s blade pricing is effective immediately. Neil Marshall clarified “we have stock of the -13, -21 & -23 blades, but it is limited and our new source will deliver brand new blades starting in Q2 2011. So we encourage our customers to purchase blades earlier rather than later to ensure availability.”

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ntsb reports NTSB Identification: *WPR11LA303* Date: July 03, 2011 Location: Brentwood, CA Aircraft: Arrow Falcon Exporters OH-58C Injuries: 1 Serious. An Arrow Falcon Exporters, Inc., OH58C helicopter sustained substantial damage when it impacted terrain near Brentwood, California. The pilot was seriously injured. Witnesses stated that they observed the helicopter make several application passes over a corn field. They heard a noise, but did not observe the impact sequence. NTSB Identification: *ANC11IA059* Date: July 04, 2011 Location: McGrath, AK Aircraft: HUGHES 369 Injuries: 3 Uninjured.

A high skid-equipped Hughes 500D (369D) helicopter sustained minor damage following a loss of engine power and subsequent emergency landing, about 3 miles southwest of McGrath, Alaska. The pilot and the two passengers were not injured. A postincident inspection of the helicopter disclosed damage to the main rotor blades. The operator’s director of operations reported that as the pilot began a gradual descent to the McGrath Airport, the engine sound changed abruptly, which was immediately followed by the engine out audio horn, and a red engine out annunciator light. The pilot entered an emergency autorotation. Just before touchdown, the pilot flared the helicopter above the trees to slow the ground speed, and to attempt cushion the landing.

During the descent, the helicopter’s main rotor blades struck several small trees as it touched down. The helicopter was equipped with a Rolls-Royce 250-C20 series engine. After the helicopter was recovered, a postincident inspection of the helicopter’s engine revealed a fractured Pc line attached to a T fitting on the engine governor. An NTSB examination of the fractured Pc line is pending. NTSB Identification: *ERA11LA380* Date: July 04, 2011 Location: Lakewood, NJ Aircraft: Robinson Helicopter R44 Injuries: 2 Uninjured. A Robinson Helicopter Company R44 landed hard during a hovering autorotation at Lakewood Airport (N12), Lakewood, New Jersey. The helicopter sustained substantial damage, and the pilot and one passenger were not injured. The pilot stated as he lifted to a hover and began to move forward, he lost complete anti-torque control. The helicopter began to spin to the right,

and he applied full left pedal input but the spin continued. He maneuvered the helicopter away from nearby aircraft and into a clear area where he executed a hovering autorotation. Upon touchdown, the skids spread and the occupants exited the helicopter. NTSB Identification: *CEN11FA468* Date: July 09, 2011 Location: Rising Sun, IN Aircraft: Robinson Helicopter Co. R44 II Injuries: 1 Fatal. A Robinson R44 II sustained substantial damage when it impacted trees and terrain near Rising Sun, Indiana. The pilot was fatally injured. The flight departed from the Georgetown Scott County Airport (27K), Georgetown, Kentucky, about 0900, and was en route to the Anderson Municipal Airport (AID), Anderson, Indiana. The accident site was near the top of a ridgeline west of the Ohio River. Witnesses reported observing dense ground fog along the river and near the accident site at the time of the accident.

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The National Transportation Safety Board makes the following recommendations to the Federal Aviation Administration: Require Robinson Helicopter to resolve the root cause of the mast-rocking vibration in the main rotor assembly to ensure that all applicable R44 helicopters are free of excessive vibrations in all flight regimes, as required by 14 Code of Federal Regulations Section 27.251, “Vibration.” (A-11-82) Require Robinson Helicopter to maintain a database of all reported incidents of mast rocking in the main rotor assembly of R44 helicopters. (A-11-83) Require Robinson Helicopter to issue a service letter to all approved service centers describing the mast-rocking vibration that can occur in the main

rotor assembly of R44 helicopters and instructing service centers to report all incidents of mast rocking to the manufacturer. (A-11-84) Require Robinson Helicopter to amend the R44 helicopter flight manual to inform pilots of the potential for mastrocking vibration in the main rotor assembly and how to safely exit the condition. (A-11-85) Require that the Robinson Helicopter R44 pilot training program be revised to provide pilot instruction in the recognition and mitigation of in-flight mast-rocking vibrations in the main rotor assembly. (A-11-86) The complete recommendation letter is available on the Web at www.ntsb.gov/ doclib/recletters/2011/A-11-082-086.pdf

NTSB Identification: *ERA11WA439* Date: July 09, 2011 Location: Istok, Russia Aircraft: Robinson R-44 Injuries: 1 Fatal. A Robinson R-44 collided with the Yenisei River, near Istok, Krasnoyarsk Region, Russia, during a repositioning flight at night. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan was filed. The pilot is missing and presumed fatally injured. The helicopter sustained substantial damage. The flight originated from a landing strip near Severnaya, Krasnoyarsk Region, Russia, at an undetermined time. The accident is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Russia. This report is for informational purposes and contains only information released by the Government of Russia. NTSB Identification: *ERA11LA392* Date: July 10, 2011 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Aircraft: Robinson Helicopter R22 BETA Injuries: 1 Minor,1 Uninjured. A Robinson R22 BETA was substantially damaged during an autorotation, following a system malfunction during initial climb from Palm Beach

International Airport (PBI), West Palm Beach, Florida. The certified flight instructor (CFI) was not injured and the student pilot incurred minor injuries. According to the CFI, he and the student pilot performed five or six quick-stops. They then proceeded with a normal takeoff. About 200 feet above the ground, the helicopter yawed right, which was unable to be corrected with left pedal input. The CFI then entered an autorotation as the helicopter continued to yaw right. He also observed that the horizontal and vertical stabilizers had separated from the tailboom and were falling to the ground. According to an FAA inspector, a fuel cap separated and lodged in the tail rotor system, resulting in a loss of tail rotor thrust. The helicopter subsequently spun during the autorotation and landed hard. During the impact, the tail rotor separated and the fuselage sustained substantial damage. NTSB Identification: *WPR11WA332* Date: July 11, 2011 Location: Burma, PO Aircraft: SIKORSKY S76 Injuries: 3 Fatal,2 Serious,4 Uninjured. A Sikorsky S76C++ collided with the sea near Kanbauk, Burma. One flight crew member and two passengers sustained

fatal injuries; two passengers sustained serious injuries. One flight crew member and three passengers sustained minor or no injuries. The helicopter sustained substantial damage. Preliminary information received from the government of Burma indicated that the helicopter had just departed Kanbauk en route to an off shore oil platform. The helicopter dropped into the sea 10 meters from the Yetagon platform. The accident is under the jurisdiction of and is being investigated by the Burma Department of Civil Aviation. NTSB Identification: *WPR11LA325* Date: July 12, 2011 Location: Wenatchee, WA Aircraft: HUGHES 269C Injuries: 2 Minor. A Hughes, 269C impacted trees following a reported loss of engine power while flying low level near Wenatchee, Washington. The pilot and one passenger sustained minor injuries; the helicopter sustained substantial damage to the tail boom. The pilot reported that while flying low over a cherry orchard to dry the cherries, the engine experienced a loss of power. The helicopter subsequently settled into the trees.

NTSB Identification: *ERA11RA398* Date: July 12, 2011 Location: Girardot, Colombia Aircraft: ROBINSON R66 Injuries: 2 Fatal. A Robinson Helicopter Company R66 collided with terrain near Girardot, Colombia. After takeoff the flight proceeded south of SKGI flying about 250 feet agl. A witness observed the helicopter flying in a northeasterly direction, then heard a crack sound, followed by seeing something separate from the helicopter. The witness noted the helicopter spinning about the vertical axis while descending, followed by impact. The helicopter came to rest on its left side; the tailcone and tail rotor were found separated, and were located about 46 meters from the main wreckage. This investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Colombia. NTSB Identification: *WPR11CA339* Date: July 20, 2011 Location: Watsonville, CA Aircraft: BELL 47G-5 Injuries: 1 Uninjured. The pilot was spraying water on a field to wash the hopper tank for the next BEST PRICIN G SINC E

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NTSB Identification: *CEN11WA554* Date: July 23, 2011 Location: St. John’s, Canada NTSB Identification: *ERA11LA409* Aircraft: SIKORSKY S92 Date: July 20, 2011 Injuries: 7 Uninjured. Location: Dayton, NJ A Sikorsky S92/A helicopter was Aircraft: Robinson Helicopter R22 BETA departing from the Sea Rose Platform Injuries: 2 Serious. when an incident occurred. Shortly A Robinson R22 BETA helicopter was after takeoff, the helicopter entered a substantially damaged when it collided nose-high attitude with low power setting with terrain following an uncontrolled and lost altitude while in instrument descent while maneuvering near Dayton, meteorological conditions. The flight New Jersey. The pilot and the passenger crew arrested the descent and continued were seriously injured. According to on to St. John’s. There were two witnesses, the helicopter was orbiting at pilots and 5 passengers on board the low speed and low altitude in the vicinity helicopter and no one was injured. of an elementary school and commercial The investigation is under the properties. He stated the helicopter engine jurisdiction of the Government of sounded “fine” as the helicopter completed Canada. one and a half circuits around the school about 150 feet above the ground, as one NTSB Identification: *CEN11WA510* of the occupants was taking photographs. Date: July 24, 2011 At that point, the witness alerted his Location: Cornwall, United Kingdom coworkers because it appeared that the Aircraft: Robinson R44 II helicopter “might crash into the school.” Injuries: 1 Fatal.

A Robinson R44 II helicopter was substantially damaged during an in-flight collision with terrain in Cornwall, United Kingdom. The pilot sustained fatal injuries. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of the United Kingdom. NTSB Identification: *CEN11LA507* Date: July 25, 2011 Location: Wilton, IA Aircraft: Sikorsky UH-34D Injuries: 1 Fatal. A Sikorsky UH-34D impacted terrain while spraying fungicide on a corn field near Wilton, Iowa. The pilot sustained fatal injuries. The helicopter sustained substantial damage, which included post impact fire damage. NTSB Identification: *CEN11CA524* Date: July 27, 2011 Location: Creston, IL Aircraft: Texas Helicopter Corp OH-13H/ M74A Injuries: 1 Minor. The pilot was landing the helicopter on a helicopter cart. He said that the helicopter’s skid got caught on the cart and the helicopter subsequently rolled over. There were no mechanical

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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 fourseater. 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 S/E service ceiling N/A 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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2000 Bell 412 low total time, SPIFT with dual flight directors, Mark XXI EGPWS, KTA 870 TCAS, Delivered with Fresh 3000 hour & 5 Year insp. For more information call Groenemann & Summit , Don Groenmann 817-266-8788 or email dgroenemann@att.net or John Milko 540-992-5500 or email summitsales@rbnet.com

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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 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 610268-2048 Fax 610-268-0342 (09-11) 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, 205040-263-111 Input Quill, 205-040-200-1 gen. Offset Quill, (4) 204-040-600-11 Hanger assy., 204-040003-37 gear box 42, 204-040-012-13 gear box 90. Pac West Helicopters CRS PW6R1161J Tel/530-241-2402 “e” pwheli@awwwsome.com (09-11) Enstrom parts. We have a small stock of new Enstrom parts. Check with us often. Preferred Airparts, 800433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-12)

services HELICOPTER EXPORT / IMPORT, Transport Anywhere, Pre-Buys and Recovery Service. Contact Tom at Sterling Helicopter 215-271-2510 /Fax 215-788-7319 >tom@sterlinghelicopter.com (09-11) Penderson Powder coating. Custom Colors and two tone available. For more info Call 706-604-4934 12-11

UNIVERSAL TURBINE PARTS, INC. Stocking Supplier of Bell parts. We have a nice stock of new parts for Bell 47, Pratt & Whitney PT6A & PT6T Engines & Accessories. 206 and others. It’s worth the effort to check with us, We Buy Turbine Aircraft, Engines, & Inventory. All or search our web site for your part numbers. Preferred Conditions. Call for Fax for a Quote Call USA +1 Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. 334-361-7853, FAX USA +1 334-361-0290 E-MAIL:       TFN Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com (02-12) sales@UTPparts.com

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