EC130B4 HeliSAS
I was getting excited reading the very knowledgeable discussion regarding SAS, and the HeliSAS system, until I read the last post re installation in my EC130B4.
I spoke to Sagem over a six month period trying to get prices, info on the STCs etc, They were incredibly slow, sometimes two months between replies. An installer in UK has a R44 in pieces, with a half installed Sagem SAS/autopilot/EFIS still waiting on Sagem. Grounded for 6 months!
I am not willing to risk grounding my machine, particulalry as installation requires removing the control rods and sending them to USA to be sawn in half and actuators fitted.
The HeliSAS sounds superior in its simplicity and weight, although it may not be as capable. Given that a single engined helicopter cant be flown IFR in UK anyhoo... I would be happy with the additional safety of the HeliSAS.
Does anyone know if Cobham are seeking an EASA STC? All the press talks about FAA, and they havent replied to my emails...