Among the capabilities required in a good jump plane? The ability to carry a full stick of skydivers, and take them to altitude as quickly as possible—and return to base just as fast for another load. The Kodiak 100 has applied for this mission, with its healthy cabin capacity and a time-to-climb to 12,000 feet of roughly 9 minutes, and 30 seconds, according to Daher.
Daher Delivers Kodiak 100 For Skydiving Operations
Key Takeaways:
- The Kodiak 100 is highlighted as an ideal skydiving jump plane due to its capacity, quick ascent (9.5 minutes to 12,000 feet), and efficient operations, complete with a sliding door for skydiver egress.
- Héli-Béarn, based in southwestern France, is the first French customer to acquire a Kodiak 100, which they intend to use to replace their aging fleet for skydiving operations.
- Héli-Béarn anticipates the Kodiak will significantly increase operational efficiency, allowing for four loads of skydivers per hour, and reduce operating costs by 25 percent compared to their current aircraft.
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