Description
For as long as helicopters have been in operation, soft terrain landings have created balancing problems during takeoff and landings. DART Aerospace Bearpaws are constructed of a high density polymer, not plywood, aluminum or composite; this polymer resists cracking, chipping and breaking. The one-piece machined construction ensures consistent and deliberate load transfer. This flexible material deflects under high-point contact loads when landing on rocks or roots; its inherent memory ensures the Bearpaws return to their original shape upon take off.
*13" wide footprint. Only for MD 369 Models, not compatible with Notar. Available by special order only. Price is per aircraft.
Key Features
- Narrow footprint designed for tundra landings
- CNC machined UHMW polymer provides consistent load transfer
Key Benefits
- No modifications to skidtube required
- More durable than steel or fiberglass skis
- High strength polymer with memory, deflects under critical point loading without failure and returns to original shape when unloaded
- Keeps tail high in soft terrain to prevent tail strikes
- Lightweight
- Easy to install
- Won't chip, crack or break
- Compatible on OEM Skidtubes
Approvals
| Approval type | Authority | Reference number | Aircraft approved | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STC | EASA - Europe | ACG.21NE2.104 | MD369D/MD369E/MD369F/MD369FF/MD500N | Utility Equipment Installation |
| STC | FAA - USA | SH849NE | MD369/MD369A/MD369D/MD369E/MD369F/MD369FF/MD369H/MD369HE/MD369HM/MD369HS/MD500N/MD600N | Installation of Utility Equipment Kit |
| STC | TCCA - Canada | SH90-17 | MD369/MD369A/MD369D/MD369E/MD369F/MD369FF/MD369H/MD369HE/MD369HM/MD369HS/MD500N/MD600N | Installation of Utility Equipment Kit |