# TCDS H15NM: Hagglund Helicopters LLC - Type: Type certificate data sheet - Status: Current - Holder: Hagglund Helicopters LLC - Revision: 4 - Revised: January 7, 2022 - Product: Aircraft, Rotorcraft - Certification basis: Part 21 - Registered aircraft: 2, by the registry models matched to it (OpenAirDocs) - Data sheet PDF: https://openairdocs.org/files/sha256/3c/24/3c24b8d9dc59e30b2c24875c09d76dc9d246911bc9f184609d878838ed9aa489 - FAA DRS: https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F4153495E67BA39B862587C6004D6835.0001 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/tcds/H15NM ## Models (1) As the data sheet lists them. - UH-1H ## What the data sheet says From the PDF's text layer, line by line; tables lose their columns. The PDF is the record. ```text Torque Pressure (PSI) Output Horsepower (HP) Output (RPM) Exhaust Gas Temp. (C°) Gas Gen Speed N1(%) Takeoff (30 min.) 50.0 1100 6600 610 - 625 101.5 Max. Cont. 50.0 1100 6600 400 –610 101.5 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION H15NM Revision 4 Hagglund Helicopters, LLC UH-1H January 7, 2022 TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. H15NM This data sheet, which is part of Type Certificate No. H15NM, prescribes conditions and limitations under which the product for which the type certificate was issued meets the airworthiness requirements of the 14 Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR). Type Certificate Holder: Hagglund Helicopters, LLC 5101 NW A Avenue Pendleton, OR 97801 Type Certificate Holder Record: Western International Aviation, Inc. transferred ownership of TC H15NM to Hagglund Helicopters, LLC on January 24, 2001 I - Model UH-1H, (Restricted Category Rotorcraft) Approved March 25, 1994 Engine 1 - Lycoming T53-L-13B (See Note 10 For Alternative Engines) Fuel ASTM-D1655 (Jet A, Jet A-1, Jet B) (See Note 12 For Alternative Fuels) Engine Limits Refer to TM55-1520-210-10 for additional limitation data. Rotor Limits Power Off Power On Maximum r.p.m. 339 324 Minimum r.p.m. 294 294 Airspeed Limits Roof-mounted pitot static: VNE (never exceed speed) 124 knots up to 7500 lbs. Gross Weight, sea level to 2000 feet. Never exceed 113 knots up to 9500 lbs. Gross Weight, seal level to 2000 feet. Refer to TM55-1520-210-10, Chapter 5, Section V, for specific operating airspeed limitations. See Note 2 for specific operation airspeed limitation placards. Nose-Mounted Pitot static: Never exceed 112 knots up to 7500 lbs. Gross Weight, sea level to 2000 feet. Never exceed 103 knots up to 9500 lbs. Gross Weight, sea level to 2000 feet. Refer to TM55- 1520-210-10, Chapter 5, Section V, for specific operating airspeed limitations. See Note 2 for specific operation airspeed limitation placards. Page No. 1 2 3 4 5 Rev. No. 4 4 4 2 4 H15NM Page 2 of 5 C.G. Range Longitudinal C.G. Limits (+130.0) to (+144.0) at 7000 lbs. (+130.0) to (+144.0) at 8600 lbs. (+130.0) to (+134.0) at 9500 lbs. (+134.0) to (+143.0) at 9500 lbs. Straight line variation between points given. GROSS WEIGHT 9500 - (LBS.) 8600 - 7000 - 128 130 132 134 136 138 140 142 144 Station – Inches Lateral C.G. Limits Plus or Minus 7.5 in. Empty Weight C.G. Range (+130.0) to (+144.0) Datum Station 0, datum is 7.6 inches aft of the most forward point of the fuselage nose section. Leveling Means Plumb line from top of left main door frame to index plate on cabin floor. See Note 1. Maximum Weight 9500 lbs. Minimum Crew 1 (Pilot) at (+46.7) No. of Seats See Note 15 Maximum Baggage 100 lbs. per sq. ft. of cargo area. (See U.S. Army TM55-1520-210-10.) Fuel Capacity 208.5 U.S. gallons (+151.6) Crashworthy system. 220.0 U.S. gallons (+151.6) Non-crashworthy system. Oil Capacity 3.25 gallons (+173.0) Rotor Blade and For rigging information, refer to U.S. Army TM55-1520-210-23 (Maintenance Manual). Control Movements Serial No.’s Approved U.S. Military Surplus UH-1H Helicopters as identified in Hagglund Helicopters, LLC Report No. HH-200 dated March 28, 2001, or later FAA approved revisions. Current copy on file at the Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office. Certification Basis Part 21 § 21.25(a)(2), effective February 1, 1965, including Amendments 21-1 through 21-42. Type Certificate No. H15NM, for the special purpose of: 1) Agricultural Operations under § 21.25(b)(1). Note: In accordance with § 36.1(a)(4), compliance with the noise requirements was not shown. Therefore, aircraft certified under this type certificate are only eligible for agricultural operations excepted by § 36.1(a)(4) and defined under § 137.3. 2) Forest and Wildlife Conservation under § 21.25(b)(2) Certificaton Basis (cont’d) Note: In accordance with § 36.1(a)(4), compliance with the noise requirements was not shown. Therefore, aircraft certificated under this type certificate are only eligible for dispensing fire fighting materials excepted by § 36.1(a)(4) and defined under §137.3. H15NM Page 3 of 5 Certification Basis (cont’d) 3) External Load Operation under § 21.25(b)(7) Note: In accordance with part § 36.1(a)(4), compliance with the noise requirements was not shown. Therefore, aircraft certificated under this type certificate are only eligible for external loads operations excepted by § 36.1(a)(4) and defined under §133.1(b). General Note: Any alteration to the aircraft for Special Purposes not identified above require further FAA approval and in addition, may require noise and/or flight testing. Date of Application: November 5, 1993. Production Basis None. Prior to original certification of each aircraft, a FAA representative must perform a detailed inspection for workmanship, materials, and conformity with the approved technical data following a check, by the type certificate holder, of the flight characteristics in accordance with all applicable portions of Section II of the U.S. Army Technical Manual TM55-1520-242-MTF Maintenance Test Flight Manual, Army Model UH-1, EH-1 Helicopter, Change 1, dated December 19, 1986, as appropriate for each aircraft, or other FAA approved manual. Equipment Equipment necessary for the particular special purpose operation must be installed. Each helicopter is required to incorporate modifications as specified in Hagglund Helicopter, LLC’s Special Purpose Modifications, Report No. HH-600, N.C., dated October 22, 2001, or later FAA approved revisions. NOTE 1. A current weight and balance report including a list of equipment included in the certificated empty weight, and loading instructions when necessary, must be provided for each helicopter at the time of original airworthiness certification. Refer to Chapter 6 of Operator’s Manual, TM55-1520-210-10 and Maintenance Manual TM55-1520-210-23, Paragraph 1-36 for leveling means and weight and balance determination. NOTE 2. The following placards must be prominently displayed in the cockpit in full view of the pilots as appropriate: Placard No. 1: CALIBRATED AIRSPEED-KNOTS With Roof Mounted Pitot Static LIMITS AIRCRAFT WT/KIAS GROSS WEIGHT Density Alt. (Ft.) To 7500 lbs. 8500 lbs. 9500 lbs. SL to 2000 124 118 113 3000 121 115 110 6000 112 106 101 9000 103 97 92 12000 94 88 83 15000 82 76 - 18000 70 - - UNDER 7500 LBS. GW USE 6000 TO 6600 RPM RANGE OVER 7500 LBS. GW USE 6400 TO 6600 RPM RANGE POWER OFF 294 TO 339 ROTOR RPM REDUCE SPEED WHEN VIBRATION IS EXCESSIVE H15NM Page 4 of 5 NOTE 2 (Cont’d) CALIBRATED AIRSPEED-KNOTS With Nose Mounted Pitot Static LIMITS AIRCRAFT WT/KIAS GROSS WEIGHT Density Alt. (Ft.) To 7500 lbs. 8500 lbs. 9500 lbs. SL to 2000 112 107 103 3000 109 104 100 6000 100 95 91 9000 91 86 82 12000 82 77 73 15000 70 65 - 18000 58 - - UNDER 7500 LBS. GW USE 6000 TO 6600 RPM RANGE OVER 7500 LBS. GW USE 6400 TO 6600 RPM RANGE POWER OFF 294 TO 339 ROTOR RPM DECREASE AIRSPEED IF VIBRATION IS EXCESSIVE Placard No. 2: “THIS ROTORCRAFT MUST BE OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RESTRICTED CATEGORY OPERATING LIMITATIONS OF 14 CFR part 91 § 91.313.” Placard No. 3: “THIS HELICOPTER MUST BE OPERATED IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPERATING LIMITATIONS SPECIFIED IN THE APPROVED HELICOPTER OPERATORS MANUAL. REFER TO TM55-1520-210-10, CHAPTER 5, FOR OPERATING LIMITS AND RESTRICTIONS.” Placard No. 4: “VFR OPERATIONS ONLY.” The Builder’s Data Plate required by § 45.13 must be installed in accordance with Drawing HH-001, dated June 12, 2001, or later FAA approved revisions. NOTE 3. The helicopter(s) must be serviced, maintained, inspected, repaired, and overhauled in accordance with the documents specified in Hagglund Helicopters, LLC Instructions For Continued Airworthiness Report No. HH-300, dated April 4, 2001, or later FAA accepted revision, or inspected in accordance with other FAA accepted inspection program. The TC Holder’s Instructions For Continued Airworthiness Report is part of the TC Holder’s Instructions For Continued Airworthiness. NOTE 4. In addition to the standard helicopter requirements, the following additional data and/or helicopter configuration requirements must be met for each individual model UH-1H helicopter upon application for an original Special Airworthiness Certificate: A. Each helicopter must pass a conformity inspection in accordance with Hagglund Helicopters, LLC Engineering Configuration Report No. HH-100, dated September 10, 2001, or later FAA approved revision. The Configuration Report identifies any military Maintenance Work Orders accomplished on that particular helicopter, and a description of the modification(s) accomplished on that particular helicopter. In addition, each helicopter must pass an inspection for any possible hidden damage and the military records reviewed for acceptability of any repairs or alterations. B. The maintenance, overhaul and modification records of each helicopter must be reviewed for military changes that may affect the airworthiness of the helicopter. H15NM Page 5 of 5 NOTE 4 (Cont’d) C. After the required inspections, the aircraft must be found to be in a good state of preservation, repair, and in a condition for safe operation. D. An FAA representative must perform a detailed inspection for workmanship, materials, and conformity with the approved technical data following a check, by the type certificate holder, of the flight characteristics in accordance with all applicable portions of Section II of the U.S. Army Technical Manual TM55 - 1520-242-MTF Maintenance Test Fligh t Manual, Army Model UH -1, EH-1 Helicopter, Change 1, dated December 19, 1986, as appropriate for each aircraft, or other FAA approved manual. NOTE 5. This aircraft is prohibited from carrying cargo for compensation or hire. Carriage of cargo is limited to such cargo that is incidental to the aircraft owners/operator’s business which is other than air transportation. NOTE 6. This helicopter must be operated in accordance with a Flight Manual comprised of the following: (1) Department of the Army Technical Manual No. TM55-1520-210-10, “Operator’s Manual, Army Model UH-1H/V Helicopters”, dated 15 February 1988, with Changes 1-19. NOTE 7. Restricted category aircraft may not be operated in a foreign country without express written approval of that country. NOTE 8. This aircraft has not been shown to meet the requirements of the applicable comprehensive and detailed Airworthiness Code as provided by Annex 8 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation. NOTE 9. E ngine changes are allowed provided the replacement engine is of the same make and model as identified in this TCDS. The replacement engine must have proper military records and have the applicable FAA Airworthiness inspections accomplished. NOTE 10. Alternative approved engines are: 1 – Lycoming T53-L-13; 1 – Lycoming T53-L-13BA NOTE 11. An acceptable method of determining engine cycles from engine total operating time is contained in Hagglund Helicopters, LLC Report No. HH-500, dated December 6, 2001, or later FAA approved revision. This may be used when converting military operating hours to commercial equivalent cycles at the time of initial airworthiness conformity. NOTE 12. Alternative and emergency fuels are listed in TM55-1520-210-10, Operators Manual Army Model UH-1H/V Helicopters, Chapter 2, Section XVL. Some limitations apply for the use of certain alternate and emergency fuels. These limitations are listed in this section. NOTE 13. The Airworthiness Directives for the helicopter(s) and engine(s) are contained in Hagglund Helicopters, LLC Report No. HH-400, dated March 28, 2001, or latest FAA approved revision must be complied with prior to original certification. NOTE 14. Any alteration to the type design of this aircraft may require Instructions For Continued Airworthiness. These instructions must be submitted to and accepted by the FTW-AEG, Aircraft Evaluation Group Office prior to approval for return to service. NOTE 15. No Person may be carried in this helicopter during flight unless that person is essential to the intended purpose of the flight. END ``` ## ADs None name its models. ## Registered aircraft by registry model (OpenAirDocs) - [Western International Avia UH-1H](https://openairdocs.org/model/western-international-avia-uh-1h): 2 aircraft (registry code 9640001) - [Hagglund Helicopters UH1H](https://openairdocs.org/model/hagglund-helicopters-uh1h): 0 aircraft (registry code 1181428) ## STCs approved under this data sheet (40) - [STC SR12332SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR12332SE): Installation of Mechanical Specialties, LLC Human External Cargo (HEC) and non-HEC Hook System. Mechanical Specialties, LLC - [STC SR00266SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00266SE): Replacement of the Lycoming Model T53-L-13B engine with a Lycoming Model T53-L-703 engine flat rated to the same power settings specified in Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) H15NM. Overseas Aircraft Support Inc. - [STC SH8609SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH8609SW): Fabrication of Isolair Eliminator II Model 4600-205 fire fighting system.. Isolair Inc. - [STC SR01029DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01029DE): Installation of a spraying system on UH-1H S/N 69-15855. Isolair Inc. - [STC SR01776SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01776SE): Fabrication, installation, and maintenance of the Isolair Helicopters, Inc., Model 9002 High Cross tubes. Isolair Inc. - [STC SR00143DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00143DE): Installation of an upgraded 42 degree Tail Rotor gearbox, P/N 212-040-003. Midwest Aerospace TC LLC - [STC SR09176RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09176RC): Modification of the vertical fin spar. Midwest Aerospace TC LLC - [STC SR09224RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09224RC): Modification of the lift beam on the Model UH-1H. Midwest Aerospace TC LLC - [STC SR02475SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02475SE): Installation of a Tailboom Motion Detection System. Aircraft Structural Repair Inc. - [STC SR02492LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02492LA): Installation of a Helicopter Technology Company main rotor blade assembly. Helicopter Technology Co - [STC SR02641SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02641SE): Installation of a Service Deck. Northwest Heli-Structures Inc - [STC SR02070SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02070SE): Fabrication of Dart D205-770-011 Replacement Engine Mount Kit. Dart Aerospace USA Inc. - [STC SR00929SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00929SE): Fabrication of tail boom mounted strakes.. BLR Aerospace LLC. - [STC SR01039SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01039SE): Fabrication of tail boom mounted strakes in accordance with Master Drawing List Number BL-UH1H-01, Revision D, dated September 10, 2001, or later Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-approved revision; and installation of this strake system. BLR Aerospace LLC. - [STC SR01470SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01470SE): Fabrication and Installation of Fast Fin System.. BLR Aerospace LLC. - [STC SR03408CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03408CH): Install Airwolf Aerospace, LLC Tension-Torsion Strap Assemblies, P/N AA-204-310-101-101 or AA-204-310-101-103. Airwolf Aerospace LLC - [STC SR02413LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02413LA): Installation of an AKV, Inc Exceedence and Trend Monitoring System kit P/N ETM1000. AKV Inc. - [STC ST04270AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04270AT): Install the VTOL ASSALT V3 Windscreen Laminate Kit. VTOL LLC - [STC SR00767SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00767SE): Fabrication of Helipro spar replacement system. Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services USA Inc. - [STC SR00267SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00267SE): Fabrication and Installation of a Bell Model 212 vertical tail fin and rotor, 42 and 90 gearboxes, and 212 push rod anti-torque control system. Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services USA Inc. - [STC SR01742NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01742NY): Installation of extended height landing gear.. Dart Aerospace Limited - [STC SR09181RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09181RC): Fabrication of Simplex Model 304 fire attack system.. Simplex Manufacturing Company - [STC SR01196LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01196LA): Installation of Honeywell (Lycoming) T53-L-703 engine to replace Honeywell (Lycoming) T53-L-13/13B/-13BA engine. Responsible ACO is Los Angeles, NM-L.. Minuteman Aviation Inc. - [STC SR02051LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02051LA): Installation of a VAn Horn Aviation Tail Rotor Blade.. Van Horn Aviation LLC - [STC SR09257RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09257RC): Fabrication, modification, and installation of a new vertical fin spar in accordance with Global Helicopter Technology, Inc., Drawing number VTF-030-800, Revision D, dated March 26, 2001, or later FAA approved revision.. Global Spar LLC - [STC SR01497AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01497AT): Manufacture of Windows in accordance with Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. Drawing List Report No. AA-97115, no revision, dated August 20, 1997, or later FAA approved revisions, and installation per Installation Instructions listed in that report.. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR01565AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01565AT): Installation of Replacement Fuel Cap and Locking Fuel Cap on UH-1H model helicopters in accordance with Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. Report No. AA-96134, Installation Instructions Replacement Fuel Cap or Locking Fuel Cap Kit , Rev. A dated October 3, 1997, or later FAA approved revision.. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR01812AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01812AT): Manufacture of Flitestep in accordance with Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. Drawing List Report No. AA-97166, no revision, dated December 19, 1997, or later FAA approved revisions, and installation per Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. Report AA-97087, Revision B, dated December 18, 1997, or later FAA approved revisions.. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR01922AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01922AT): Manufacture of Locking Door Handle.. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR01923AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01923AT): Manufacture of Air Deflector.. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR01924AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01924AT): Manufacture of Low Skid or High Skid Landing Gear.. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR02545AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02545AT): Manufacture of Fast Rope Kit in accordance with Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. Drawing List Report No. AA-99126-4Rev A dated June 14, 2001, or later FAA approved revision, and installation (structural provisions only) per Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. Report No. AA-98167-Rev E dated May 1, 2001, or later approved revision.. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. - [STC SR00103SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00103SE): Installation of Aviation Development Corporation oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation - [STC SR01298NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01298NY): Installation of replacement crosstubes P/N D212-664.. Dart Aerospace Limited - [STC SR00563NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00563NY): Installation of Skidtubes and associated saddles. Dart Aerospace Limited - [STC SR01395NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01395NY): Installation of adjustable engine mount.. Dart Aerospace Limited - [STC SR00757SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00757SE): Fabrication and installation of Simplex model 904 flight steps. Simplex Manufacturing Company - [STC SR01218AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01218AT): Manufacture of Flitestep.. Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. - [STC SR00345SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00345SE): Installation of Simplex Manufacturing Company Model 7300 spray tank system. (UH-1H RESTRICTED CATEGORY ONLY). Simplex Manufacturing Company - [STC SA4302NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4302NM): Installation of Electronics Int'l digital automatic engine analyzer.. Electronics International --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.