gullibell:
There are lots of A models in Canada. There are about 10 in the Ontario Ambulance system. Helijet runs a shed service between Vancouver and Victoria (and other destinations) using 5 or 6 aircraft and there are a couple others banging around as well.
I oftened wondered why no-one came up with an STC to drop a 250-c40 in place of the c 30. One would think that it would be an easier installation than the Turbomecas.
Model 250-C40B
Minimum Sfc
Sea level thermodynamic Rated lb/shp-hr
static rating shaft horsepower shp (max)
30 second OEI 940 820 0.573
2 minute OEI 880 770 0.572
Continuous OEI 835 715 0.514
Takeoff (5 minute) 808 715 0.574
Max. continuous 695 613 0.587
Cruise A (90%) 625 552 0.600
Cruise B (75%) 520 460 0.625
4000 feet, 95°F
Takeoff (5 minute) 583 583 0.593
Max. continuous 496 497 0.606