Description
The DART Emergency Float System is the only system certified for take-off after a water landing for the MD 500. This system includes Fwd & Aft floats manufactured using our patented lightweight urethane-coated fabric. This maintenance friendly system has longer inspection intervals and does not have to be returned to the manufacturer for recertification. For customer requiring support, DART offers worldwide R&O support and an exchange program.
*Kit includes 2 Fwd & 2 Aft cylindrical floats, reservoir, skidtube extensions, pivot steps and hardware. Price is for complete float system.
Key Features
- No life limit on inflatables (On-condition floats)
- Maintenance intervals based on accumulated installed time on aircraft
- Eliminates the squib pyrotechnic firing system
- Includes mechanical activation system
- Patented lightweight urethane-coated fabric
- Corrosion resistant reservoir, stainless steel hoses, fittings & valves
- Designed with multi air-holding chambers
- All float pressure relief valves are field replaceable
- Compatible with ground handling wheels
- Includes skidtube extensions & pivot steps
Key Benefits
- Certified for take-off after water landing
- Worldwide R&O support
- Exchange program available
- Reduced maintenance cost: longer inspection intervals vs. competition
- Reduced ownership cost: no life limit on inflatables (Floats)
- Significant weight reduction vs. competition
- Best lead time
- Industry leading turn-around-time
- Complete aftermarket retrofit: operator / owner installed
- Reduced installation time vs. competition
- Spare parts availability
Approvals
| Approval type | Authority | Reference number | Aircraft approved | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STC | CAD - Hong Kong | STC-2022-22 | MD500 | Hong Kong STC-2022-22 dated June 23, 2022 for the MD500 floats per STC SR00932LA |
| STC | EASA - Europe | EASA.IM.R.S.01226 | MD369D/MD369E/MD369FF/MD369HE/MD369HM/MD369HS/MD500N | Cylindrical Emergency Float System |
| STC | TCCA - Canada | P-06-0265 | MD369D/MD369E/MD369F/MD369FF/MD369HE/MD369HM/MD369HS/MD500N | Cylindrical Emergency Float System |
| STC | FAA - USA | SR00932LA | MD369D/MD369E/MD369F/MD369FF/MD369HE/MD369HM/MD369HS/MD500N | Cylindrical Emergency Float System |