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Bambi Bucket Selector

WARNING:

These are guidelines only. The helicopter operator must make the decision as to which model Bambi Bucket is appropriate.

Helicopter Gross Weight Limit

Weights and performance data must be obtained from approved aircraft flight manual and approved weight and balance data. Attention should be given typical temperatures and altitudes of operation The Interagency Helicopter Operations guide recommends a typical mission be calculated at a pressure altitude of 5000 ft at 30°C.

Helicopter Equipped Weight

Empty weight as listed in the weight and balance data plus the weight of lubricants unusable fuel and onboard equipment

Crew Weight

The Interagency Helicopter Operations guide recommends 200 lb per crew member

Fuel Weight

The Interagency Helicopter Operations guide recommends 2.0 hours fuel on board at 7 lb per US gallon.

Select Valve Type

Select Units

Allowable Load

Option 1

Bucket Weight with Water

Required Gross Weight Limit

100%

90%

80%

70%

Option 2

Bucket Weight with Water

Required Gross Weight Limit

100%

90%

80%

70%

Option 3

Bucket Weight with Water

Required Gross Weight Limit

100%

90%

80%

70%