As part of its mission to supply the largest product offering to operators worldwide, Dart Aerospace has recently received EASA validation of its Bell 505 standard and float skidtubes, alongside its existing TCCA, FAA and Mexican DGAC approvals. These skidtubes complement the Bell 505 emergency float system, which was launched close to two years ago.

Constructed with patented I-Beam technology and shipped standard in a glossy black coating, the Dart 505 float skidtubes come with standard tungsten carbide-welded wearplates. Thanks to the central I-Beam web, these skidtubes are said to be up to 10 times more resistant to crushing than competing products. These skids are also compatible with OEM crosstubes.