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New Safety Features Added for Bell 429

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Key Takeaways:

  • Bell Helicopter's Aeronautical Accessories subsidiary has secured Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for several retrofit features, adding new capabilities for Bell 429 owners.
  • These STCs introduce significant safety enhancements, such as a FLIR system for improved low-visibility navigation and an emergency egress lighting system (HEELS) to aid in finding exits.
  • Operational improvements include a Micro QAR for extensive flight data recording, a Fast Rope Kit for increased external load capacity, and STCs allowing for greater useful load by removing the co-pilot's seat and quick-remove tail rotor pedals for enhanced safety.
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Bell Helicopter has achieved Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for several retrofit features through its Aeronautical Accessories subsidiary, adding a list of capabilities for Bell 429 owners. Many of the new features add great safety benefits to the helicopter.

A new Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) system, the FLIR 380-HD, can be added for $9,960, not including installation. The system is mounted under the nose of the Bell 429 and enhances vision at night or in low visibility conditions.

Pia Bergqvist

Pia Bergqvist joined FLYING in December 2010. A passionate aviator, Pia started flying in 1999 and quickly obtained her single- and multi-engine commercial, instrument and instructor ratings. After a decade of working in general aviation, Pia has accumulated almost 3,000 hours of flight time in nearly 40 different types of aircraft.

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