Description
The DART MD 900 Tri-Bag Emergency Float System is the only float system certified for take off after a water landing. The system includes Fwd & Aft floats manufactured using our patented lightweight urethane-coated fabric. The electrical solenoid valve with mechanical backup comes standard. 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 Tri-Bag floats. Price is for complete float system.
Key Features
- Dual inflation system: mechanical & electrical
- No life limit on inflatables (On-condition floats & liferafts)
- Maintenance intervals based on accumulated installed time on aircraft
- Certified for take-off after water landing
- Eliminates the squib pyrotechnic firing system
- Patented lightweight urethane-coated fabric
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel hoses, fittings & valves
- Kit includes Fwd & Aft Floats
- Single float design
- All float pressure relief valves are field replaceable
- Includes skid extensions, all parts and installation hardware
- Compatible with Ground Handling Wheels
Key Benefits
- 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
- Spare parts availability
Approvals
| Approval type | Authority | Reference number | Aircraft approved | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STC | EASA - Europe | EASA.IM.R.S.0039 | MD900 | MD 900 Emergency Float Kit |
| STC | FAA - USA | SR01205LA | MD900 | MD900 Emergency Float Kits |
| STC | FAA - USA | SR01263LA | MD900 | MD900 Emergency Float and 2 Six-Man Liferaft Kits |
| STC | CAAC - China | VSTC0040A | MD900 | MD 900 Emergency Float Kit |