The 'New' Bell 47 GT-6
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The 'New' Bell 47 GT-6
Will this get EASA approval ?
SB47 RELEASES MORE DETAILS ON NEW 47GT-6 HELICOPTER
2013-03-15 11:07:19SB47 Press Release
Scott’s – Bell 47, Inc. (SB47) released a question-and-answer format information letter providing more details on the 47GT-6 helicopter launched recently at Heli Expo 2013 in Las Vegas, Nev.
Chris Meyer, SB47's general manager, stated, "We are very pleased with the launch of the 47GT-6 and how it was received by our customers at Heli Expo. Our first year of production is almost sold out and we continue to work with many operators on prospective sales for the out years. As with any new product there are questions, and this information letter answers many of those initial questions and provides a one-voice to the marketplace."
Q. At the Heli Expo Press Conference the 47GT-6 was described as being an STC to the 47G-3B-2A helicopter. Is this just a refurbishment of old helicopters?
A. The 47GT-6 will be a brand-new SB47 factory built helicopter. The reference to an STC was only to describe the likely certification approach. The 47G-3B-2A had the highest gross weight approval of all Bell 47's at 3,200 pounds, so to design an STC to that airframe incorporating the new engine, rather than to create a brand new configuration on the Type Certificates, is likely to be a more efficient certification approach.
Q. The Bell 47 was designed over 50 years ago. Isn't the design outdated?
A. The 47GT-6 will look like the Bell 47 but will in fact incorporate many modern features. The proven, durable airframe will remain largely unchanged. However, the maintenance schedule will be simplified and some of the life limits will be increased, not least the metal main rotor blades will be replaced with more efficient, and longer life composite blades; the incandescent exterior lights will all be replaced by brighter, more efficient LED lights; the instrument panel will be all new and will incorporate solid state instruments as well as caution/warning lights plus other modern improvements; the cabin will incorporate energy absorbing, ergonomic seats and a fresh, modern interior. These are just some of the highlights, simply improving what needs to be improved, but to not take away from the market leading features such as the durable, on-condition airframe and the high inertia main rotor and renowned reliability.
Q. I heard two prices at Heli Expo; $750,000 and $820,000. What is the price of a 47GT-6?
A. Any customer signing up this month for a 2016 delivery will pay $750,000 in 2016 dollars. After this launch opportunity passes, the pricing will revert to the 2016 price, with forecast escalation, of $820,000.
Q. How much do I have to pay to secure an order and when can you deliver?
A. To secure a launch opportunity the deposit is $15,000 and is refundable, tied to SB47 schedule and performance targets. After the launch opportunity passes, the non-refundable deposit is 5 percent ($37,500 on a 2016 delivery). The pricing has been set for 2017 & 2018 with approximate] 3 percent escalation each year. Deliveries will start in July 2016 or earlier. At the time of this release, only one delivery slot remains available in 2016.
Q. Scott's Bell 47 is a new company. How will they manage to support new operators relative to other manufacturers?
A. SB47 is not only owned by an operator, but has a seasoned team in place with prior experience at executive levels within Bell Helicopter, known for a historical rating of No. 1 in customer support. We know what is required to support operators and we understand that the 47 can be successful only with world-class support. Since taking on the Type Certificates from Bell we have gained FAA approval of our quality processes and facilities, transferred over 500 Bell 2D drawings to modern 3D CAD drawings, had over 180 PMA approvals from the FAA and we have replenished the SB47 shelves with over 3,700 brand new SB47 parts. We have a customer support and services vision that includes spare parts storage and maintenance and overhaul services at strategic global locations, 24/7 customer support and improved, modern technical publications.
Q. What warranty will Scott's be offering?
A. Given the experience within SB47 as both an operator, and being part of a provider of premier customer support, SB47 recognizes that not all warranties fit all operators. As such we offer 3 warranties on the factory new 47GT-6:
A) 2 year / 2,000 hour, pro-rated after the first 200 hours,
B) 2 year / 1,000 hour, non-prorated and
C) 3 year / 500 hour, non-prorated.
Spare parts warranty will be 1 year / 1,000 hour, pro-rated after the first 200 hours.
Q. What performance can I expect for a 47 with the RR300 engine package?
SB47 expects the 47GT-6 to have market leading performance in the areas that matter to the light utility and turbine training markets.
• Internal Useful Load : 1,400 pounds
• Useful Load with External Load : 1,650 pounds
• HOGE @ 2,750 pounds - >12,000 feet PA ISA Std Day
• HIGE @ MGE : >12,000 feet PA ISA Std Day
• DOC (direct operating costs per Conklin & de Decker methods) : <$400/hour
SB47 RELEASES MORE DETAILS ON NEW 47GT-6 HELICOPTER
2013-03-15 11:07:19SB47 Press Release
Scott’s – Bell 47, Inc. (SB47) released a question-and-answer format information letter providing more details on the 47GT-6 helicopter launched recently at Heli Expo 2013 in Las Vegas, Nev.
Chris Meyer, SB47's general manager, stated, "We are very pleased with the launch of the 47GT-6 and how it was received by our customers at Heli Expo. Our first year of production is almost sold out and we continue to work with many operators on prospective sales for the out years. As with any new product there are questions, and this information letter answers many of those initial questions and provides a one-voice to the marketplace."
Q. At the Heli Expo Press Conference the 47GT-6 was described as being an STC to the 47G-3B-2A helicopter. Is this just a refurbishment of old helicopters?
A. The 47GT-6 will be a brand-new SB47 factory built helicopter. The reference to an STC was only to describe the likely certification approach. The 47G-3B-2A had the highest gross weight approval of all Bell 47's at 3,200 pounds, so to design an STC to that airframe incorporating the new engine, rather than to create a brand new configuration on the Type Certificates, is likely to be a more efficient certification approach.
Q. The Bell 47 was designed over 50 years ago. Isn't the design outdated?
A. The 47GT-6 will look like the Bell 47 but will in fact incorporate many modern features. The proven, durable airframe will remain largely unchanged. However, the maintenance schedule will be simplified and some of the life limits will be increased, not least the metal main rotor blades will be replaced with more efficient, and longer life composite blades; the incandescent exterior lights will all be replaced by brighter, more efficient LED lights; the instrument panel will be all new and will incorporate solid state instruments as well as caution/warning lights plus other modern improvements; the cabin will incorporate energy absorbing, ergonomic seats and a fresh, modern interior. These are just some of the highlights, simply improving what needs to be improved, but to not take away from the market leading features such as the durable, on-condition airframe and the high inertia main rotor and renowned reliability.
Q. I heard two prices at Heli Expo; $750,000 and $820,000. What is the price of a 47GT-6?
A. Any customer signing up this month for a 2016 delivery will pay $750,000 in 2016 dollars. After this launch opportunity passes, the pricing will revert to the 2016 price, with forecast escalation, of $820,000.
Q. How much do I have to pay to secure an order and when can you deliver?
A. To secure a launch opportunity the deposit is $15,000 and is refundable, tied to SB47 schedule and performance targets. After the launch opportunity passes, the non-refundable deposit is 5 percent ($37,500 on a 2016 delivery). The pricing has been set for 2017 & 2018 with approximate] 3 percent escalation each year. Deliveries will start in July 2016 or earlier. At the time of this release, only one delivery slot remains available in 2016.
Q. Scott's Bell 47 is a new company. How will they manage to support new operators relative to other manufacturers?
A. SB47 is not only owned by an operator, but has a seasoned team in place with prior experience at executive levels within Bell Helicopter, known for a historical rating of No. 1 in customer support. We know what is required to support operators and we understand that the 47 can be successful only with world-class support. Since taking on the Type Certificates from Bell we have gained FAA approval of our quality processes and facilities, transferred over 500 Bell 2D drawings to modern 3D CAD drawings, had over 180 PMA approvals from the FAA and we have replenished the SB47 shelves with over 3,700 brand new SB47 parts. We have a customer support and services vision that includes spare parts storage and maintenance and overhaul services at strategic global locations, 24/7 customer support and improved, modern technical publications.
Q. What warranty will Scott's be offering?
A. Given the experience within SB47 as both an operator, and being part of a provider of premier customer support, SB47 recognizes that not all warranties fit all operators. As such we offer 3 warranties on the factory new 47GT-6:
A) 2 year / 2,000 hour, pro-rated after the first 200 hours,
B) 2 year / 1,000 hour, non-prorated and
C) 3 year / 500 hour, non-prorated.
Spare parts warranty will be 1 year / 1,000 hour, pro-rated after the first 200 hours.
Q. What performance can I expect for a 47 with the RR300 engine package?
SB47 expects the 47GT-6 to have market leading performance in the areas that matter to the light utility and turbine training markets.
• Internal Useful Load : 1,400 pounds
• Useful Load with External Load : 1,650 pounds
• HOGE @ 2,750 pounds - >12,000 feet PA ISA Std Day
• HIGE @ MGE : >12,000 feet PA ISA Std Day
• DOC (direct operating costs per Conklin & de Decker methods) : <$400/hour
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Early morning conversation goes like this, me been ogling and reading about this new ship for a while, wife walks out to office;
me "Look they've got a new 47",
she, 'That's exciting darling a new Bell did you say?" almost sarcastic but too girly - in the teasing mode.
me "Yep."
she 'A new Bell FORTY SEVEN did you say?' voice rising in scintillating manner
me "yep"
she That's reeeeally exciting darling, tell you what, we'll sell the place and buy one'
me, "Aw yeah." thinking - back to reality cockhead, "Like a cup of tea dear?"
I do have one question though to help my smashed ego.
So, what does this mean, frame under seat modified to incorporate installation of swish shock absorbers etc, or are we just talking about a new cushion?
You can see I've learnt my early morning lesson well.
P.S. Don't like the tanks, makes it look like safari. It's not real until you put the old ones back on.
me "Look they've got a new 47",
she, 'That's exciting darling a new Bell did you say?" almost sarcastic but too girly - in the teasing mode.
me "Yep."
she 'A new Bell FORTY SEVEN did you say?' voice rising in scintillating manner
me "yep"
she That's reeeeally exciting darling, tell you what, we'll sell the place and buy one'
me, "Aw yeah." thinking - back to reality cockhead, "Like a cup of tea dear?"
I do have one question though to help my smashed ego.
energy absorbing, ergonomic seats
You can see I've learnt my early morning lesson well.
P.S. Don't like the tanks, makes it look like safari. It's not real until you put the old ones back on.
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That picture looks like a straight G or G-2 to me. Small tanks (41 Gal). The Texas No-Bar has some AD's - not sure if they are going to incorporate it or not. Wonder if they will have an STC to put the engine on an existing 47 a la Soloy. Glad to see new life in the old girl----Maybe something like that could happen to the Alouette's ??? OK so I'm just dreaming!
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That picture looks like a straight G or G-2 to me
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...And for those unwilling to fork out ~$820K on a Bell 47, your Ukrainian knock-off (complete with GTD-350 turbine engine) is now available. 
Ukraine designers showcase first light evacuation LEV-1 chopper
(Via Alert5)
I/C
Ukraine designers showcase first light evacuation LEV-1 chopper
(Via Alert5)
I/C
I so want one of these.
Now, sell the house, dump the 401k ... wait, the money I want to spend on the bird will go to the missus since she'll divorce me if I do any such thing.
Grr.
Going to try six different numbers for Wednesday's lottery ... where there's life there's hope.
Now, sell the house, dump the 401k ... wait, the money I want to spend on the bird will go to the missus since she'll divorce me if I do any such thing.
Grr.
Going to try six different numbers for Wednesday's lottery ... where there's life there's hope.
