New ground handling solution for Bell 505 introduced
Helitow Cart has recently designed a one-person ground handling solution for the Bell 505
The V910 Heli-Carrier has a narrow body allowing it to easily slide under the aircraft and lift it completely, eliminating the need for ground handling wheels. Its extendable arms make it easy to position under the aircraft and the Heli-Carrier systems use the counterweight balance to lift the helicopter, making it a safe one-person operation.
Bentley Thistlewaite of Heli-Lynx Helicopters explained: “Over the years, Heli-Lynx Helicopters has used various brands and models of helicopter movers, the ease of use of the V910 has been a no-brainer for our operations. The increased ground clearance and great performance in winter operations made it an easy decision for us.”
Meanwhile, Bell Textron has appointed Rheinland Air Service GmbH in Germany as a dealer for the Bell 505.
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