FAA To Consider Part 27 Weight Limits, But Denies Bell 429 Increase
FAA plans to seek public input on the weight limitations for helicopters under Part 27, but rejected a request by Bell Helicopter to boost the gross weight of the 429 helo beyond the 7,000-lb. threshold. Bell filed the request earlier this year to increase the 429’s weight from the certified level...
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