Description
New lightweight and ergonomic Heli-Access-Step compatible as a retrofit option for the DART Cylindrical Floats 20326-XXX and DART Tri-bag Floats 20416-XXX. This new Float Step is now included in DART's 20326-XXX for new Float Systems sale. Replaces DART Float Step 20707-100/-200.
Key Features
- Compatible with DART Floats
- Compatible with DART QR Baskets, but requires DSI9821-011 Alternate Clamp Kit
- Low profile desing – No mod required
- Fwd Crosstube clamp hinge design allows step to pivot out of the way during float inflation
- Skidtube end-cap design ensures alignment of the Step Fwd-end
- Pin/clip design to secure Step Fwd-end with single action release at inflation
- Lanyard connects Step Fwd-end to the Skidtube end-cap to control step movement during inflation
- Premium anti-corrosion primer
Key Benefits
- Weight savings over legacy Apical and competitor Steps
- Easy to install
- Provide same cabin access and ergonomics as Standard « non-float » Short Step
- Ability to retrofit and replace previous DART Float Steps
Approvals
| Approval type | Authority | Reference number | Aircraft approved | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STC | JCAB - Japan | STC-88-2-TYO | AS355N | Heli-Access-Step Installation |
| STC | ANAC - Brazil | 1999S02-01 | AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA | Heli-Access-Step™ |
| STC | ANAC - Brazil | 1999S02-02 | AS355F/AS355F1/AS355F2/AS355N | Heli-Access-Step™ |
| STC | ANAC - Brazil | 1999S02-03 | AS350B | Heli-Access-Step™ |
| STC | EASA - Europe | DGAC 157-SI-0930, LBA RC 1148, UK 27937, UK 27938 | AS350B/AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/AS350D/AS355E/AS355F/AS355F1/AS355F2/AS355N/AS355NP | Heli-Access-Step™ |
| STC | TCCA - Canada | SH92-6 | AS350B/AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/AS350D/AS355E/AS355F/AS355F1/AS355F2/AS355N/AS355NP | Heli-Access-Step™ |
| STC | FAA - USA | SH967NE | AS350B/AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/AS350D/AS355E/AS355F/AS355F1/AS355F2/AS355N | Heli-Access-Step™ |