# TCDS R0015DE: Billings Flying Service Inc. - Type: Type certificate data sheet - Status: Current - Holder: Billings Flying Service Inc. - Revision: 1 - Revised: August 28, 2023 - Product: Aircraft, Rotorcraft - Certification basis: Part 21 - Data sheet PDF: https://openairdocs.org/files/sha256/21/cf/21cfa9a0d4d2f8961f366b7432bdd39905350e2fbba29126d2cf6cae37ecf2af - FAA DRS: https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID137844184520231117175847.0001 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/tcds/R0015DE ## Models (2) As the data sheet lists them. - CH-47D - T55-GA-714A ## What the data sheet says Some pages are OCR from the scanned FAA data sheet. OCR can misread letters and numbers. ```text Page No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Rev. No. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION R0015DE Billings Flying Service, Inc. CH-47D Revision 1 August 28, 2023 TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET R0015DE This data sheet, which is a part of Type Certificate No. R0015DE, 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: Billings Flying Service, Inc. 3655 AJ Way Billings, MT 59106 Type Certificate Holder Record: N/A I Model CH-47D (Restricted Category Rotorcraft) Approved October 14, 2022. (See NOTES Section) Engines (2) Honeywell T55-GA-714A Fuel ASTM-D1655 (Jet A, Jet A-1, Jet B); JP-8, JP-5, JP-4, Alternative and emergency fuels are listed in Operators Manual BFS-510 “CH-47D Helicopter”, Rev. Original, dated October 5, 2022 or later FAA approved revision. Engine and Transmission Limits Rating Torque (% Q) Gas Gen. Speed (%Ng) Power Turbine Speed (%Np) Power Turbine Inlet Temp Dual Engine Limits Take-Off (10 Min.) 100% 110% 111% 899 Military Power (30 Min.) 100% -------- -------- 854 Normal Continuous 100% -------- -------- 816 Maximum Transient 100% 110% 111% 943 One Engine Limits One Engine Inop (10 Min.) 123% 110% 111% 899 One Engine Inop (30 Min.) 123% -------- -------- 854 Normal Continuous 123% -------- -------- 816 Maximum Transient 123% 110% 111% 943 Refer to Billings Flying Service, Inc., Rotorcraft Flight Manual no. BFS-510 “CH-47D Helicopter”, Rev. Original, Dated October 5, 2022 or later FAA approved revision. or later FAA approved revisions for additional limitation data. Rotor Speed Limits Power Off Power On Minimum 91% r.p.m. 91% r.p.m. Maximum 108% r.p.m. 111% r.p.m. Airspeed Limits R0015DE Page 2 of 7 AIRSPEED OPERATING LIMITS PROGRAMMED LONGITUDINAL CYCLIC TRIM 100% RPM 60 50 40 20 PRESSURE ALTITUDE - FT FAT - °C 10 -SEA LEVEL- 20,000- -10 -z -3 4 18 150 INDICATED AIRSPEED - KNOTS 13 FAT - °C 12 11 GROSS WEIGHT - LBS 10 90 BASIC T10 KTAS 34,000 BELOW 30,000 AND STRUCTURAL 80 ENVELOPE 70 -COMPRESS BLADE LIMIT 60 • • 10 15 20 25 DENSITY ALTITUDE (X 1000 FT) Figure 1 Refer to Rotorcraft Flight Manual BFS-510 "CH-47D Helicopter", Rev. IR, Dated October 5, 2022 or later FAA approved revision or later FAA approved revision for abnormal conditions. RO015DE Page 3 of 7 CENTER OF GRAVITY LIMITS ARM - INCHES 32Z00 3ẵT.0o 52,000 50,000 -16300 -15900 Total Moment 48,000 -15500 46,000 15100 *14700 44,000 14300 *13900 42,000 Gross Weight -13500 40,000 13100 FORWARD LIMIT -12700 38,000 12300 36,000 11900- STA 33000 Ib. 310.00 11500- 34,000 11100 10700- 32,000 10300 STA 9900 349.00 30,000 28550 lb 28,000 9100 8700 26,000 310 340 FUSELAGE STATION OPD30151 Figure 2 Refer to Rotorcraft Flight Manual no. BFS-510 "CH-47D Helicopter", Rev. IR, Dated October 5, 2022 or later FAA approved revision or later FAA approved revision for specific C.G. range and limits. R0015DE Page 4 of 7 Datum Station 0 (Datum is 21.5 inches forward of the forward most point of the nose section). Leveling Means Plumb bob from top of forward door opening. Maximum Weight 50,000 lbs. Cargo Hook Limitations. The limits presented below are structural limitations only. a. The structural limit of the forward and aft hook is 17,000 pounds each. b. The maximum single load that can be suspended as a tandem load from the forward and aft hooks is 25,000 pounds. c. The center cargo hook is limited to a maximum load of 26,000 pounds. Minimum Crew 3 – (1) pilot (+75), (1) copilot (+75), (1) Crewmember (+135) (See Note 11). Maximum Cargo Refer to Rotorcraft Flight Manual No. BFS-510 “CH-47D Helicopter”, Rev. Original, Dated October 5, 2022 or later FAA approved revision or later FAA approved revision for various configurations. No. of Seats See Note 9 Fuel Capacity Left Main - 278 Gallons Right Main - 274 Gallons Left Fwd Aux - 122 Gallons Right Fwd Aux - 119 Gallons Left Aft Aux - 118 Gallons Right Aft Aux - 117 Gallons Total is 6887 lb. (1028 Gallons) Note: These are maximum capacities which include residual and trapped fuel. Servicing capacities will be less. Refer to Rotorcraft Flight Manual No. BFS-510 “CH-47D Helicopter”, Rev. IR, Dated October 5, 2022 or later FAA approved revision or later FAA approved revision for various configurations. Oil Capacity 7.5 gal. (3.75 Gallons per engine). This is maximum capacity which includes residual and trapped oil. Servicing capacities will be less. See Note 1 for data on systems, fuel, and oil. Rotor Blade and For rigging information, refer to TM 1-1520-240-23 series Technical Manuals. Control Movements Other Limits This helicopter must be operated in accordance with the following: (1) Billings Flying Service, Inc. Report No. BFS-510, Rotorcraft Flight Manual “CH- 47D Helicopter”, Rev. IR, Dated October 5, 2022 or later FAA approved revision or later FAA approved revisions (2) Billings Flying Service, Inc. Report No BFS-208, Functional Check Flight Manual for the BFS CH-47D Helicopter dated July 21, 2014 or later FAA accepted revisions. (3) Billings Flying Service, Inc. Report No. BFS-206, Crewmember’s Checklist dated July 21, 2014 or later FAA accepted revisions Serial No. Approved U.S. military surplus CH-47D helicopters as identified in Type Certificate Data Sheet R0015DE Approved Serial Number List, Billings Flying Service, Inc., Report Number BFS-504, Rev. Original, dated October 14, 2022 or later FAA approved revision. Certification Basis Part 21 § 21.25(a)(2), (b)(1)(2) & (7) Rotorcraft External Load Operations & Carriage of Cargo – incidental to the operator’s business. Three Limitations: (1) Agricultural operations under FAR 21.25(b)(1) R0015DE Page 5 of 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 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 (2) 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 (3) 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). General Note: Any subsequent modifications to the helicopters type certified under this Type Certificate are to have the certification basis for that modification established under 14 CFR part 21 § 21.101. Otherwise non-significant modifications are to meet the requirements of 14 CFR 29 Amendment 20, effective October 14, 1980 and 14 CFR part 29 § 29.1529, Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Amendment 20, effective October 14, 1980. Date of Application September 21, 2022 Production basis None. No helicopters may be produced under this approval. Each helicopter must pass a conformity inspection in accordance with this TCDS, plus any additional special instructions attached to the Request for conformity, FAA 8120-10. In addition, a check by the Type Certificate holder or its agent, of the flight characteristics in accordance with applicable portions of the BFS CH-47D FCF Functional Check Flight Manual for BFS Model CH-47D helicopters. Equipment The basic required equipment necessary for the particular special purpose operation must be installed for certification. Some MWOs provide installation of some types of firefighting equipment. 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 airworthiness certification. NOTE 2. The following placards must be prominently displayed in the cockpit in full view of the pilots: Placard No. 1 THIS HELICOPTER MUST BE OPERATED IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPERATING LIMITATIONS SPECIFIED IN THE FAA APPROVED HELICOPTER FLIGHT MANUAL No. BFS-510 “CH-47D HELICOPTER”, Rev. IR, Dated October 5, 2022 or later FAA approved revision Placard No. 2 THIS ROTORCRAFT MUST BE OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RESTRICTED CATEGORY OPERATING LIMITATIONS OF 14 CFR PART 91.313. R0015DE Page 6 of 7 NOTE 3. The builder’s data plate required by part 45 § 45.13 must be installed in accordance with Billings Flying Service, Inc. Drawing BFS47Z0001, Rev IR Original dated June 20, 2014, or later FAA approved revisions. NOTE 4. The helicopter(s) may be serviced, maintained, inspected, repaired and overhauled in accordance with the requirements specified in Billings Flying Service, Inc. Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Report BFS-502 Rev. A dated July 19, 2023 or later FAA accepted revision, or other FAA approved programs. NOTE 5. The life-limited parts, overhaul, and retirement intervals for these helicopters are specified in Section IV of the Billings Flying Service, Inc. Instructions for Continued Airworthiness Report BFS-502 Rev. A dated July 19, 2023, or later FAA accepted revision. A Rotorcraft Flight Manual no. BFS-510 “CH-47D Helicopter”, Rev. IR, Dated October 5, 2022 copy must accompany each helicopter on delivery. The certification life limits for the helicopter, its engine and appliances were based on satisfactory service history as designed and operated by the military. Therefore, cycle counting and operational time tracking is required on certain critical components, to operate and maintain the aircraft to the original acceptance criteria, and maintain it’s safe for intended use requirement (ref BFS-207, rev A). NOTE 6. Billings Flying Service, Inc. Engineering Configuration Report BFS-501, Rev. A or later FAA approved revision identifies the de-configuration, addition of equipment, and U.S. Army airframe changes necessary for the special purpose helicopter. NOTE 7. A Restricted Category helicopter may not be operated in a foreign country without the express written approval of that country. NOTE 8. 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 on International Civil Aviation. NOTE 9. The Safety of Flight Compliance Report for the helicopter contained in Billings Flying Service, Inc., Airworthiness & Military Safety Messages report no. BFS-205, rev original or later FAA Approved revision, must be complied with prior to original airworthiness certification. NOTE 10. 1) No person may be carried in this helicopter during flight unless that person is essential to the purpose of the flight. 2) This Helicopter is prohibited from carrying cargo for compensation or hire. Carriage of internal cargo is limited to such cargo that is incidental to the helicopter owners/operators business, which is other than air transportation. 3) Carriage of hazardous material is prohibited unless compliance is shown with applicable regulations in Code of Federal Regulations Title 49, Part 175. NOTE 11. Any Alteration to the type design of this aircraft may require Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA’s). Changes to the Type Design by means of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) requiring ICA’s or changes to existing ICA’s must be submitted and reviewed by the FAA Aircraft Evaluation Division (FTW-AED). Type Design Changes R0015DE Page 7 of 7 by means of a Field Approval that require ICA’s must have those ICA’s reviewed by the Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) managing the Field Approval or the FTW-AEG NOTE 12. Non-Pilot crewmembers will be trained in accordance with the Billings Flying Service, Inc. Rotorcraft Flight Manual “CH-47D Helicopter” no. BFS-510 “CH- 47D Helicopter”, Rev. IR, Dated October 5, 2022 or later FAA approved revision as amended; the Billings Flying Service, Inc. Functional Check Flight Manual BFS-208, Rev orig, dated 6/16/2014 or later FAA approved revision for the Billings Flying Service, Inc CH-47D Helicopter, as amended; and the Billings Flying Service, Inc. Crewmember’s Checklist BFS-206, rev orig or later FAA approved revision. END ``` ## ADs None name its models. ## STCs approved under this data sheet (3) - [STC SR02599SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02599SE): Installation of a Kawak Aviation Technologies Model 41300 auxiliary hydraulic system.. Kawak Aviation Technologies, Inc. - [STC SR00788DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00788DE): Installation of Bubble Windows on BFS CH-47D Chinook Rotorcraft for Left and Right sides of the Pilot and Co-Pilot doors respectively. Billings Flying Service Inc. - [STC SR02598SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02598SE): Installation of a Kawak Aviation Technologies Model 41400 aerial liquid dispensing system. Kawak Aviation Technologies Inc --- 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.