News for light external load operators :
Guimbal has released the cargo hook for the Cabri G2 after many months of testing (photo).
Structural integrity has been tested up to 900 kg.Tests have been made down to -25°C and up to 70°C. 800 cycles between 450 and 550 kg have been carried out. When mounted on the Cabri it is rated to lift 220Kg (485lbs).
Frontier Helicopters in NZ is the first to receive a new G2 with this hook and they don't bought it to customize their G2, they're doing external load work and they're also doing long line training in their flight school.
.
Last edited by HeliHenri; 17th Apr 2013 at 12:17.