Description
DART's Simplex Aerial Cleaning and De-Icing System represents the third generation of Aerial Cleaning equipment delivering superior performance and value to helicopter operators and power utility providers. Routine cleaning of powerline insulators and windmills has been shown to significantly enhance power transmission and generation efficiency by 10%
Key Features
- High-pressure spray cleans Powerline insulators and Windmills blades
- Insulated boom allows for live power washing w/ ionized water
- High strength, low weight composite belly tank
- Double safety lock mechanism prevents boom interference with main and tail rotors
- Boom extends at least one-meter past rotor diameter
Key Benefits
- FAA certified for day VFR
- Installation/removal in 30 minutes after initial install
- Training available; system installation and maintenance, mission training for flight, boom operation and ground coordination
- Simplex is the sole manufacturer of Aerial Cleaning and De-Icing Systems for the Bell 407
Approvals
Approval type | Authority | Reference number | Aircraft approved | Description |
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STC | FAA - USA | SR020896SE | 407 | |
STC | CAAC - China | VSTC0690 | 407 | |
STC | ANAC - Brazil | CST2013S08-16 | ||
STC | TCCA - Canada | SH17-6 | 407 |