Originally Posted by
SASless
Are Bell 206 Tension-Torsion Straps still the issue they once were?
Yes and no, Airwolf and Bell have three year life now, so are slightly better for low hour usage but still can be an embugerance.
The life limit is from when fitted, no dispensation for when the helicopter is sitting idle.
There are also many part life and midlife inspections/overhauls required on the B206 series, that can blow out the direct operating costs.
FWIW