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. 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
- Single inflation system: mechanical activation
- 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 |