Description
DART’s B505 float skid tubes are also constructed with patented I-Beam technology, which combines the conventional round tube with the strength of the central I-Beam. In DART Aerospace skid tubes, the central I-beam web absorbs most of the impact on landing so the tube maintains its integrity. Even with the addition of a central web, the weight is comparable to that of conventional skid tubes. Comes standard with full-length tungsten carbide welded wear plates. Also now available with heavier duty run-on landing wear plates that feature stainless steel wear bars with more areas of generously overlaid highly wear resistant tungsten carbide compared to any other available wear plates.
Key Features
- No life limit
- One-piece Float Skidtube design, no extensions required
- Only applicable to the LH of the aircraft
- Includes and integrated towing lug/step
- Includes thru bolt, basic wearplates
- Includes CNC machined, split, bolt on saddles
- I-beam construction
- Round shape for ease of use
- Easy to install, pre-drilled for floatation equipment
- Compatible with OEM GHW
- Shipped glossy black from factory
Key Benefits
- Replace on condition, no cycle limit
- 10 times more resistant to crushing due to I-Beam technology
- Full-length stainless steel wearplates with tungsten carbide welds
- Reduced inventory of spares (tubes are not handed)
- Easy wearplate installation and removal for inspection/replacement
- Compatible with OEM Crosstubes & saddles
- Save 1.4lbs/0.64kg per side vs skid extensions
Approvals
| Approval type | Authority | Reference number | Aircraft approved | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STC | TCCA - Canada | SH19-31 | 505 | Skidtube installation |
| STC | FAA - USA | SR04387NY | 505 | Skidtube Installation |
| STC | EASA - Europe | 10070898 | 505 | Skidtube Installation |
| STC | DGCA - Mexico | IA-645/2019 | 505 | Skidtube Installation |
| STC | CAAP - Philippines | C-21-0233 | 505 | Skidtube installation |