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Certified: AFS High Performance Engine Inlet Filter For Bell 430

Company Claims Increased Engine Protection, Lower Operating Costs

Aerospace Filtration Systems has received an STC from the FAA for an Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) system for the Bell 430 helicopter. AFS worked in partnership with a large offshore energy exploration operator who assisted in the flight test development program to achieve the certification.

“We are eager to support customers’ needs. Operators worldwide have contacted us requesting assistance in improving engine protection for their 430 helicopters,” said Robert Stenberg, Business Development Director for AFS. “Our Bell 430 system can help offshore, corporate, helicopter emergency medical services and other operators reduce the likelihood of engine damage from foreign object debris, salt-spray corrosion and other contaminants, offering a better solution than currently available.”

The IBF system includes:

  • Sealed intake plenum on each engine intake with integral filter elements that replace the inlet screens or internal particle separator;
  • Unique intake bypass system not available with the certified 430 particle separator;
  • Simple compact cockpit switch, common with all our certified systems, allows indication and activation of the bypass system;
  • Integral Filter Maintenance Aid allows for on-condition inspections between established cleaning intervals, eliminating unnecessary service--filter service cycle is required at 300 flight hours or one year with each filter capable of 15 service cycles (4,500 flight hours) or possibly sooner if operating in high sand/dust content adverse environment conditions; and
  • Performance operation to the basic inlet charts providing operators additional capability while maintaining maximum engine protection.

AFS says the new filter will reduce operating costs, enhance performance, and expand operational capabilities.

FMI: http://afs.donaldson.com

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