Description
The DART Heli-Utility-Basket™ design enables the operator to remove and install the basket quickly, with limited tooling. The basket is constructed of corrosion-resistant stainless steel, coated with a high-gloss, scratch-resistant white finish. Enhanced safety with a simple self-locking handle that assures lid closure and secures cargo during flight. The basket features a heavy duty stainless steel lid that doubles as a step or as a work platform and is attached using a robust hinge system.
*Includes fixed provisions. Compatible with DART Spacepod and OEM baggage compartment extenders, with sliding door and DART sliding door hinge kit and OEM steps. Not compatible with cargo hook use. Not compatible with floats. VNE restriction 133 kias (minus 3 kias per 1000' altitude). Price is per side.
Key Features
- Self-locking handle
- Includes prop arm
- Durable scratch resistant finish
- Easy bolt on installation
- Quick release pip pin attachment
- Heavy duty lid doubles as a step or walkway for maintenance
Key Benefits
- Easy to re-install and remove in minutes
- Corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction
- Approved to be flown on left-hand, right-hand or both sides simultaneously
- Installs using existing aircraft cargo swing fittings
- Does not impede access to the cargo doors
- Allows unobstructed passenger egress
- Fixed provisions also available separately for easy transfer
Approvals
| Approval type | Authority | Reference number | Aircraft approved | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STC | DCA - Malaysia | VSTC/2020/017 | AS350B/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/AS355F1/AS355F2/AS355NP/EC130T2 | Heli Utility Basket |
| STC | JCAB - Japan | STC-512-OSA | EC130T2 | Approval for the EC130 B4/T2 Cargo basket |
| STC | CAAC - China | VSTC0977A | AS350B/AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/AS350D/AS355E/AS355F/AS355F1/AS355F2/AS355N/AS355NP/EC130B4/EC130T2 | Heli-Utility-Basket and Long Cargo Tube Installation |
| STC | DGAC – Ecuador | ACTS-20-005 | AS350/AS350B/AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/AS355E/AS355F/AS355F1/AS355F2/AS355N/AS355NP/EC130B4/EC130T2 | Heli Utility Basket |
| STC | EASA - Europe | 10016996 Rev. 3 | AS350B/AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/AS350D/AS355E/AS355F/AS355F1/AS355F2/AS355N/AS355NP/EC130B4/EC130T2 | Basket Installation |
| STC | ANAC - Brazil | 2007S03-03 | AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/EC130B4 | Heli-Utility-Basket |
| STC | IAC AR - Russia | CT107-350 | AS350B/AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/EC130B4/EC130T2 | Bearpaw, Basket & Auxiliary Fuel Tank Installations |
| STC | TCCA - Canada | SH94-14 | AS350B/AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/AS350D/AS355E/AS355F/AS355F1/AS355F2/AS355N/AS355NP/EC130B4/EC130T2 | Heli-Utility-Basket and Long Cargo Tube Installation |
| STC | FAA - USA | SR00213NY | AS350B/AS350B1/AS350B2/AS350B3/AS350BA/AS350D/AS355E/AS355F/AS355F1/AS355F2/AS355N/AS355NP/EC130B4/EC130T2 | Heli-Utility-Basket and Long Cargo Tube Installation |