- Holder
- Richards Heavylift Helo Inc.
- Revision
- 17
- Revised
- September 20, 2023
- Status
- Current
- Product
- Aircraft · Rotorcraft
- Certification basis
- Part 21
- Models
- 4
- Registered
- 2 aircraft
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Models · 4
| Model | Also known as | Note |
|---|---|---|
| UH-1H | Formerly Wilco Aviation, Southern Aero Corp., UNC Helicopter, Inc.,US Helicopter, Inc., then S.M. & T. Aircraft · Bell Helicopter | |
| UH-1B | Formerly Wilco Aviation, Southern Aero Corp., UNC Helicopter, Inc.,US Helicopter, Inc., then S.M. & T. Aircraft · Bell Helicopter | |
| UH-1A | ||
| T-53-L-1A |
Airworthiness directives · 36
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STCs approved under this data sheet · 46
STC SR12332SEInstallation of Mechanical Specialties, LLC Human External Cargo (HEC) and non-HEC Hook SystemSTC SR02796SEInstallation of Human External Cargo (HEC) systemSTC SH8609SWFabrication of Isolair Eliminator II Model 4600-205 fire fighting system.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
H3SO
Revision 17
Richards Heavylift Helo,
Inc.
UH-1A
UH-1B
UH-1H
May 02, 2016
TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. H3SO
This data sheet, which is a part of Type Certificate No. H3SO, prescribes conditions and limitations under which the product for
which the Type Certificate was issued meets the airworthiness requirements of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR).
Type Certificate Holder: Richards Heavylift Helo, Inc.
1181 Osprey Nest Point
Orange Park, Florida 32073
Type Certificate Holder Record: TC issued to Wilco Aviation on November 21, 1974.
Wilco Aviation transferred TC to Southern Aero Corporation on July 10, 1984.
Southern Aero Corporation transferred TC to UNC Helicopter Inc. on May 10, 1994.
UNC Helicopters, Inc. transferred TC to US Helicopter, Inc. on December 27, 1995.
US Helicopter Inc. transferred TC to S.M.&T. Aircraft on August 23, 2001.
S.M.&T. Aircraft transferred to Richards Heavylift Helo, Inc. on October 18, 2005
Richards Heavylift Helo, Inc. address change on March 22, 2010.
Richards Heavylift Helo, Inc. address change on May, 02, 2016.
I. - Model UH-1A (Restricted Category) approved November 21, 1974
(See Note 8 & 10 regarding helicopter, engines and appliances)
Engine Lycoming T-53-L-1A
Fuel MIL-T-5624, Grade JP-4 (Jet B) (See note 11 for alternate fuels)
Engine Limits Torque Pressure Output Shaft Exhaust Gas Temp
(p.s.i.) (r.p.m.) (° C)
Takeoff (5 min.) 34 (860 HP) 6400 (98%) 760
Maximum continuous 30.5 (770 HP) 6200 (94%) 385
Rotor Limits Power Off Power On
Maximum 330 R.P.M. Maximum 314 R.P.M.
Minimum 285 R.P.M. Minimum 310 R.P.M.
Airspeed Limits Never exceed 120 mph (105 knots) up to and including 7200 lbs. G.W. at sea level.
Velocity decreases 3.5 mph per 1000 ft. (3 knots per 1000 ft.) (See NOTE 2 for required
placard).
C. G. Range (+128.0) to (+137.5)
Maximum Gross Weight 7200 lbs.
Minimum Crew 1 (pilot)
No. of Seats See Note 11
Fuel Capacity 125 gallons (+136).
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Oil Capacity 6 gallons (+157.0) unusable oil 1.6 gallons (included in capacity)
Rotor Blade and Control
Movements For rigging information, refer to Technical Manual 55-1520-218-20.
Other Operating Limitations Flight hours are counted from takeoff to landing.
The helicopters approved under this type certificate are done so under the concept of
limited exposure associated with escape from inadvertent ice encounters, and are
prohibited against flight into known icing. The helicopters must be re-evaluated if
certification to the General Ice Protection Airworthiness Regulations is required.
Battery must be moved to Station (+3.4) and US/Rotal Ballast Box, part no.
W/R 10-20-74, W/R 10-25-74 must be install ed at (+3.4) for solo operation when no
additional crew, or internal cargo or equipme nt is carried within t he cockpit or cabin.
(See NOTE 2 for required placard.)
II. - Model UH-1B (Restricted Category) approved December 21, 1976.
(See note 8 & 10 regarding helicopter, engines and appliances)
Engine Lycoming T53-L-11D series or T5311B.
Fuel MIL-T-5624, Grade JP-4 (Jet B) (See note 11 for alternate fuels).
Engine Limits Torque Pressure Output Shaft Exhaust Gas Temp
(p.s.i.) (r.p.m.) (° C)
Takeoff (5 min.) 47.5 (1100 HP) 6600 610
Maximum continuous 39.0 ( 900 HP) 6400 590
Rotor Limits Power Off Power On
Maximum 339 R.P.M. Maximum 324 R.P.M.
Minimum 295 R.P.M. Minimum 294 R.P.M.
Continuous operation 294-324 R.P.M.
Airspeed Limits Never exceed 120 knots (138 mph) up to and including 6600 lbs. G.W. sea level to 2000 ft.
Never exceed 112 knots (129 mph) at 7200 lbs. G.W. sea level to 2000 ft. (See
NOTE 2 for specific operating airspeed limitations.)
C. G. Range Longitudinal C.G. Limits:
(+125.0) to (+136.0) to 6600 lbs. and above.
(+125.0) to (+136.4) to 6500 lbs.
(+125.0) to (+137.3) to 6250 lbs.
(+125.0) to (+138.0) at 6000 lbs. or less
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GROSS WEIGHT - (Lbs .)
9, 000
8, 500
8, 000
7, 500
7, 000
6, 500
6, 000
5, 500
5, 000
Forwar d Limi t
Aft Limit
124 126 128 130 132 134 136 138
CENTE R OF GRAVITY - FUSELAGE STATION
Maximum Gross Weight 8500 lbs.
Minimum Crew 1 (pilot)
No. of Seats See Note 11
Maximum Baggage 200 lbs. (150 lbs./sq. ft. deck loading maximum)
Fuel Capacity 168 U.S. gallons (+136)
Oil Capacity 3.25 gallons (+157)
Rotor Blade and
Control Movements For rigging information, refer To Technical Manual 55-1520-219-20.
Other Operating Limitations Flight hours are counted from takeoff to landing
The helicopters approved under this type certificate are done so under the concept of
limited exposure associated with escape from inadvertent ice encounters, and are
prohibited against flight into known icing. The helicopters must be re-evaluated if
certification to the General Ice Protection Airworthiness Regulations is required.
III. - UH-1H (Restricted Category) approved June 20, 1989.
(See note 8 & 10 regarding helicopter, engines and appliances)
Engine Lycoming T53-L-13B and T5313B (Civ) series.
Fuel MIL-T-5624, Grade JP-4 (see note 11 for alternate fuels)
Engine Limits Torque Pressure Output Shaft Exhaust Gas Temp
(p.s.i.) (r.p.m.) (° C)
Takeoff (30 min.) 50.0 (1100 HP) 6600 610 to 625
Maximum continuous 50.0 (1100 HP) 6600 400 to 610
Rotor Limits Power Off Power On
Maximum 339 R.P.M. Maximum 324 R.P.M.
Minimum 294 R.P.M. Minimum 294 R.P.M..
Continuous operation 294-324 R.P.M.
Maximum for auto rotation is 339 R.P.M.
Airspeed Limits Roof Mounted Pitot: Never exceed 124 knots (143 mph) up to and including 7500 lbs.
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G.W. sea level to 2000 ft. Never exceed 113 knots (132 mph) at 9500 lbs. G.W. sea level
to 2000 ft. See NOTE 2 for specific operating airspeed limitations.
Nose Mounted Pitot: Never exceed 112 knots (131 mph) up to and including 7500 lbs.
G.W. sea level to 2000 ft. Never exceed 103 knots (118 mph) at 9500 lbs. G.W. sea level
to 2000 ft. See NOTE 2 for specific operating airspeed limitations.
C.G. Range Longitudinal C.G. Limits: (+130.0) to (+144.0)
Lateral C.G. Limits: ± 5.0 inches from Center Line of helicopter.
See TM 55-1520-210-10, Center of Gravity Charts for specific loads/ weights.
Maximum Gross Weight 9500 lbs.
Minimum Crew 1 (pilot)
No. of Seats See Note 11
Maximum Baggage 100 lbs/sq. ft. cargo area (See TM 55-1520-210-10).
Fuel Capacity 220 U.S. gallons (+151.6) Non-crashworthy system
209 U.S. gallons Crashworthy system
Oil Capacity 3.25 gallons (+173.0)
Rotor Blade and For rigging information, refer to Technical Manual 55-1520-210-23
Control Movements
Other Operating Limitations Flight hours are counted from takeoff to landing.
The helicopters approved under this type certificate are done so under the concept of
limited exposure associated with escape from inadvertent ice encounters, and are
prohibited against flight into known icing. The helicopters must be re-evaluated if
certification to the General Ice Protection Airworthiness Regulations is required.
DATA PERTINENT TO ALL MODELS
Leveling Means: Plumb line from top of left main door frame to index plate on cabin floor (see note 1).
Approved Serial No.’s: Model UH-1A, -1B and -1H helicopters that have been conformed identified in FAA
approved “Richards Heavylift Helo, Inc ., RHLH-002, dated May 23, 2016” or later FAA
approved revision. Current copy is available at the Atlanta Aircraft Certification Office,
Atlanta GA.
Certification Basis: Federal Aviation Regulations FAR 21.25 (a)(2) effective February 1, 1965 including
amendments 21-1 through 21-71. Type Certificate No. H3SO issued November 21,
1974, for the special purposes of:
Model UH-1A and UH-1B
(1) Forest and Wildlife Conservation operations under FAR 21.25(b)(2)
Note: In accordance with FAR 36.1(a)(4), compliance with the noise requirements was
not shown. Therefore, aircraft certificated under this type certificate are only eligible for
dispensing firefighting materials excepted by FAR 36.1(a)(4) and defined under FAR
137.3
(2) External Cargo Operations under FAR 21.25(b)(7)
Note: In accordance with FAR 36.1(a)(4), compliance with the noise requirements was
not shown. Therefore, aircraft certificated under this type certificate are only eligible for
external load operations excepted by FAR 36.1(a)(4) and defined under FAR 133.1(b).
(3) Agricultural operations under FAR 21.25(b)(1)
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Note: In accordance with FAR 36.1(a)(4), compliance with the noise requirements was
not shown. Therefore, aircraft certificated under this type certificate are only eligible for
agricultural operations excepted by FAR 36.1(a)(4) and defined under FAR 137.3
Any alterations to the helicopter for Special Purposes not identified above require further
FAA approval and in addition, may require noise and/or flight testing.
General Note: Any subsequent modifications to the helicopter type certified under this
Type Certificate are to have the certification basis for that modification established under
14 CFR 21.101 published June 7, 2000 which became effective June 10, 2003.
Otherwise non-significant modifications are to meet the requirements of CAR 7
airworthiness standards, including Amendment 7-5, effective May 1962 and 14 CFR
29.1529, Instructions for continued airworthiness, Amendment 20, effective September
11, 1980.
Certification Basis (Cont’d) Model UH-1H
(1) Forest and Wildlife Conservation operations under FAR 21.25(b)(2)
Note: In accordance with FAR 36.1(a)(4), compliance with the noise requirements was
not shown. Therefore, aircraft certificated under this type certificate are only eligible for
dispensing firefighting materials excepted by FAR 36.1(a)(4) and defined under FAR
137.3
(2) External Cargo Operations under FAR 21.25(b)(7)
Note: In accordance with FAR 36.1(a)(4), compliance with the noise requirements was
not shown. Therefore, aircraft certificated under this type certificate are only eligible for
external load operations excepted by FAR 36.1(a)(4) and defined under FAR 133.1(b).
(3) Agricultural operations under FAR 21.25(b)(1)
Note: In accordance with FAR 36.1(a)(4), compliance with the noise requirements was
not shown. Therefore, aircraft certificated under this type certificate are only eligible for
agricultural operations excepted by FAR 36.1(a)(4) and defined under FAR 137.3
Any alterations to the helicopter for Special Purposes not identified above require further
FAA approval and in addition, may require noise and/or flight testing
General Note: Any subsequent modifications to the helicopter type certified under this
Type Certificate are to have the certification basis for that modification established under
14 CFR 21.101 published June 7, 2000 which became effective June 10, 2003.
Otherwise non-significant modifications are to meet the requirements of 14 CFR 29
airworthiness standards, transport category, Amendment 1, effective August 12, 1965
and 14 CFR 29.1529, Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Amendment 20,
effective September 11, 1980 and 14 CFR 29.1529, Instructions for continued
airworthiness, Amendment 20, effective September 11, 1980.
Date of Application: November 1, 1974, Amended: July 10, 1984, May 10, 1994, December 27, 1995, and
August 23, 2001.
Production Basis: None. No helicopter or part may be produced under this approval. Prior to adding
serial numbers to this Type Certificate, each candidate helicopter must undergo a
conformity inspection. The conformity inspection must be authorized by a Type
Inspection Authorization, Part 1, or request for conformity that will include as
applicable, the checklist items referenced in the appendices of FAA Order 8110.56,
Restricted Category Type Certification.
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Equipment: The basic required equipment as prescribed in the applicable airworthiness regulations
(see Certification Basis) must be installed in each type helicopter for certification. The
basic required equipment as prescribed for the special purpose operation and as necessary
for safe operation must be installed on each helicopter. In addition, the following
documents and components must be available in each helicopter for type certification
and airworthiness certification:
(1) U.S. Army TM 55-1520-218-10 Operator's Manual UH-1A
(2) U.S. Army TM 55-1520-219-10, Operator's Manual UH-1B.
(3) U.S. Army TM 55-1520-210-10, Operator's Manual UH-1H.
(4) Deleted.
(5) (UH-1B) Standard U.S. Army cargo suspension installation - 204-070-949-5;
204-070-529-1; 204-070-529-3; or 204-070-529-7 IAW TM 55-1520-219-23P
(Parts Manual) installed and maintained IAW TM 55-1520-219-20 (Maintenance
Manual) and operated IAW TM 55-1520-219-10 (Operator’s Manual) for all
external cargo operations. Refer to NOTE 2 for operating limitations.
(6) (UH-1H) Standard U.S. Army cargo suspension installation - 204-070-900-5;
204-070-900-7; or 204-070-900-19 IAW TM 55-1520-210-23P (Parts Manual)
installed and maintained IAW TM 55-1520-210-23 (Maintenance Manual) and
operated IAW TM 55-1520-210-10 (Operator's Manual) for all external cargo
operations. Refer to NOTE 2 for operating limitations.
NOTES
Note 1: A current weight and balance report including a list of equipment included in the certified empty weight, and
loading instructions, when necessary, must be provided for each helicopter at the time of original
certification and at all times thereafter. Refer to TM 55-1520-210-10 (UH-1H), TM 55-1520-218-10 (UH-
1A) or TM 55-1520-219-10 (UH-1B), Operators Manual Army Model UH-1H/V, UH-1A or UH-1B
Helicopters, Chapter 6, and TM 55-1520-210-23-1 (UH-1H), TM 55-1520-218-23-1 (UH-1A) or TM 55-
1520-219-23-1 (UH-1B) Aviation Unit and Intermediate Maintenance Instructions Army Model UH-
1H/V/EH-1H/X, UH-1A or UH-1B Chapter 1 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 pilot: (On the
instrument panel)
Placard No. 1: THIS HELICOPTER ROTORCRAFT MUST BE OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
RESTRICTED CATEGORY OPERATING LIMITATIONS OF FAR 91.313.
Placard No. 2: EXTERNAL LOAD OPERATIONS: Vne WILL BE DETERMINED FOR EACH PROPOSED
EXTERNAL LOAD APPLICATION
Placard No. 3:
For Model UH-1A
(a) Operating Limits
CALIBRATED AIRSPEED - KNOTS
Gross Weight 5000 lbs. 6000 lbs. 6500 lbs. 7200 lbs.
RPM 6200 6400 6200 6400 6200 6400 6200 6400
SL 105 105 105 105 77 77 58 62
3000 ft. 100 100 98 100 74 74 49 59
6000 ft. 96 96 80 93 71 70 34 43
9000 ft. 89 92 63 75 56 66 -- 29
12000 ft. 73 84 47 58 38 48 -- --
15000 ft. 57 67 -- 42 22 32 -- --
18000 ft. 42 51 -- -- -- -- -- --
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HOVERING - 5800 RPM
At 5000 lb - up to 16800 ft. At 6500 lb - up to 7600 ft.
At 6000 lb - up to 11100 ft. At 7200 lb - up to 3800 ft.
REDUCE AIR SPEED WHEN VIBRATION IS EXCESSIVE
EXTERNAL LOAD OPERATION: VNE IS 60 KTS. CAS UNLESS FURTHER RESTRICTIVE BY
OPERATING LIMITS CHARTS ABOVE
(b) Battery and Ballast Box must be installed in Nose for Solo Flight. See Weight and Balance data for
each aircraft.
(c) This helicopter must be operated in accordance with the restricted category operating limitations of
FAR 91.313 and with the limitations noted in U.S. Army TM 55-1520-218-10.
Note 2: (Cont’d) For Model UH-1B
(a) Operating Limits
CALIBRATED AIRSPEED - KNOTS
Gross Weight 6600 lbs. or less 7200 lbs. 8000 lbs. 8500 lbs.
RPM 6400 6600 6400 6600 6400 6600 6400 6600
DENS ALT. FT.
SL to 2000 ft. 120 120 109 112 95 101 86 95
3000 ft. 116 116 105 108 92 97 82 92
6000 ft. 102 106 92 97 77 86 68 80
9000 ft. 90 94 79 86 65 76 -- --
12000 ft. 77 84 66 75 -- -- -- --
15000 ft. 64 72 -- -- -- -- -- --
18000 ft. 51 61 -- -- -- -- -- --
FROM 0 TO 70 KNOTS USE 6000 TO 6600 RPM RANGE
FROM 70 TO 120 KNOTS USE 6400 TO 6600 RPM RANGE
REDUCE AIR SPEED WHEN VIBRATION IS EXCESSIVE
EXTERNAL LOAD OPERATION: VNE IS 60 KTS. CAS UNLESS FURTHER RESTRICTIVE BY
OPERATING LIMITS CHARTS ABOVE
(b) This helicopter must be operated in accordance with the restricted category operating limitations of
FAR 91.313 and with the limitations note in U.S. Army TM 55-1520-219-10.
For Model UH-1H
Helicopters With Nose Mounted Pitot:
INDICATED AIRSPEED - KNOTS
DENSITY GROSS WEIGHT
ALTITUDE To 7500 lbs. 8500 lbs. 9500 lbs.
SL to 2000 ft. 112 107 103
3000 ft. 109 104 100
6000 ft. 100 95 91
9000 ft. 91 86 82
12000 ft. 82 77 73
15000 ft. 70 65 ---
18000 ft. 58 --- ---
UP TO 7500 LBS GW USE 6000 TO 6600 RPM RANGE
OVER 7500 LBS GW USE 6400 TO 6600 RPM RANGE
POWER OFF 294 TO 339 R.P.M.
REDUCE AIRSPEED WHEN VIBRATION IS EXCESSIVE
Helicopters With Roof Mounted Pitot:
INDICATED AIRSPEED - KNOTS
DENSITY GROSS WEIGHT
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ALTITUDE To 7500 lbs. 8500 lbs. 9500 lbs.
SL to 2000 ft. 124 118 113
3000 ft. 121 115 110
6000 ft. 112 106 101
9000 ft. 103 97 92
12000 ft. 94 88 83
15000 ft. 82 76 ---
18000 ft. 70 --- ---
UP TO 7500 LBS GW USE 6000 TO 6600 RPM RANGE
OVER 7500 LBS GW USE 6400 TO 6600 RPM RANGE
POWER OFF 294 TO 339 R.P.M.
REDUCE AIRSPEED WHEN VIBRATION IS EXCESSIVE
(b) This helicopter must be operated in accordance with the restricted category operating limitations of
FAR 91.313 and with the limitations noted in U.S. Army TM 55-1520-210-10.
Placard No. 4: “INSTRUMENT FLIGHT PROHIBITED”
Note 3: The UH-1A, UH-1B and UH-1H helicopter(s) must be serviced, maintained, inspected, repaired and
overhauled in accordance with the following technical manuals:
UH-1A
This model helicopter must be serviced and maintained in compliance with TM 55-1520-218-10 and
TM 55-1520-218-20. Repairs to be made in accordance with TM 55-1520-218-34. Component overhaul
intervals and replacement times shall be in accordance with the TBO/Replacement schedule found in
TM 55-1520-218-20, unless superseded by appropriate Airworthiness Directive. Component life limits to be
U.S. Army TM 55-1520-218-20.
UH-1B
This model helicopter must be serviced and maintained in compliance with TM 55-1520-219-10 and
TM 55-1520-219-20. Repairs to be made in accordance with TM 55-1520-219-34. Component overhaul
intervals and replacement times shall be in accordance with the TBO/Replacement schedule found in
TM 55-1520-219-20, unless superseded by appropriate Airworthiness Directive. Component life limits to be
as specified in U.S. Army TM 55-1520-219-20. These and other applicable documents are specified in
Richard’s Heavylift Helo, Inc. Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Report, Report No. 001 dated May
16, 2007.
UH-1H
This model helicopter must be serviced and maintained in compliance with TM 55-1520-210-10 and
TM 55-1520-210-23. Repairs to be made in accordance with TM 55-1520-210-23. Component overhaul
intervals and replacement times shall be in accordance with the TBO/Replacement schedule found in
TM 55-1520-210-23, unless superseded by appropriate Airworthiness Directive. These and other applicable
documents are specified in Richard’s Heavylift Helo, Inc. Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Report,
Report No. 002 dated May 16, 2007.
Note 4: In addition to the standard helicopter requirements, the following additional data and/or helicopter
configuration requirements must be met for each individual Richard’s Heavylift Helo, Inc., Aircraft model
UH-1A, UH-1B and UH-1H upon application for an original Special Airworthiness Certificate:
(a) A completed Application for Airworthiness Certificate, FAA Form 8130-6 that has correctly identifies
the type certificate holder’s helicopter and its intended special purpose(s).
(b) Written confirmation from the certifying office that the affected serial number has been added to Richards
Heavylift Helo, Inc., RHLH -002, Type Certificate Data Sheet H3SO Approved Serial Number List.
(c) The application for airworthiness certification and the helicopter’s registration certificate match the
information on the Richard’s Heavylift Helicopter, Inc., air craft data plate.
(d) The helicopter Flight Manual and documents specified in Note 3 are with the helicopter.
(e) The conditions and limitations specified in Richards Heavylift Helo, Inc., Type Certificate Data Sheet,
dated March 22, 2010 or later FAA approved revision are met.
Note 5: This helicopter is prohibited from carrying cargo for compensation or hire. Carriage of cargo is limited to
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such cargo that is incidental to the helicopter owners/operator’s business which is other than air
transportation.
Note 6: A restricted category helicopter may not be operated in a foreign county without the express written approval
of that country.
Note 7: This helicopter has not been shown to meet the requirements of the applicable comprehensive and detailed
Airworthiness Code as provided by Annex 8, to the Convention of the International Civil Aviation
Organization.
Note 8: Military to Civil or Military to Military engine changes are allowed, provided the replacement engine is of
the same make and model as identified in this TCDS. The military or civil replacement engine must have
proper military or civil records and have the applicable FAA Airworthiness Inspection accomplished and is
in an airworthy condition.
Note 9: The Airworthiness Directives for the helicopter and engine must be complied with prior to original
certification.
(a) UH-1A and UH-1B: FAA Airworthiness Directives for all UH-1A, B, & Bell 204 series aircraft and
Lycoming engine model T5311 series must be reviewed for applicability and complied with
accordingly. All applicable U.S. Army Modification Work Orders (MWO'S) and technical bulletins
must be accomplished.
(b) UH-1H:. FAA Airworthiness Directives for UH-1H & Bell Helicopter Model 205 series; and
Lycoming T5313B and T53-L-13B series engines must be reviewed for applicability and complied with
accordingly. All applicable U.S. Army Modification Work Orders (MWO'S) and technical bulletins
must be accomplished
Note 10: Alternate and emergency fuels are listed in TM 55-1520-210-10 (UH-1H), TM 55-1520-218-10 (UH-1A) or
TM 55-1520-219-10 (UH-1B), Operators Manual Army Model UH-1H/V, UH-1A, or UH-1B Helicopters,
Chapter 2, Section XVI. Some limitations apply for the use of certain alternate and emergency fuels. These
limitations are listed in this section.
Note 11: No person may be carried in this helicopter during flight unless that person is essential to the purpose of the
flight.
Note 13: Any Alteration to the type design of this aircraft may require Instructions for Continued Airworthiness. If
so, these instructions must be submitted and accepted by the FAA Fort Worth Aircraft Evaluation Group
(FTW-AEG), prior to approval for return to service.
Note 14: Manufacture and install TC Holders Data Plate on helicopter.
Note 15: For UH-1B and UH-1H
Torque pressure output by the engine torque sensing system varies with individual engines. A calibration of
this value is required on each engine and the value corresponding to take-off power is stamped on the engine
data plate.
Note 16: For UH-1B
Maximum permissible exhaust temperature varies with ambient temperature as described on the Operator’s
Manual. Check engine EGT by use of Health Indicator Test (HIT) prior to take-off (see TM 55-1520-219-10
and HIT EGT Log for the aircraft).
Note 17: For UH-1H
Maximum permissible exhaust temperature varies with ambient temperature as described on the Operator’s
Manual. Check engine EGT by use of Health Indicator Test (HIT) prior to take-off (see TM 55-1520-210-10
and HIT EGT Log for the aircraft).
Note 18: All Models
Pilot in Command in left seat requires relocation of engine instructions on panel in accordance with U.S.
Helicopter Specification U95-008-ST and a manual cargo release on the left side in accordance with U.S.
Helicopter Specification U95-006-ST.
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