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Fleet:
As of 2005 Forest operates the following:
- 1 - Bell 206B Jetranger
- 1 - AS350 BA
- 1 - AS350 Super D
- 1 - AS350 BA+
- 1 - AS350 B2
The Bell 206 are versatile aircraft that provide passenger seating to a
maximum of 4 plus pilot. The Bell 206 has an endurance of approx. 3 hours and
speeds average approx. 115 mph. The aircraft is capable of lifting sling loads
(external cargo) weighing up to 1000 lbs. The Bell 206 can easily be equipped
with floats for water landings.
The AS350(Astar) is unrivaled in it's class. It provides a spacious comfortable
cabin with excellent visibility for all passengers. The AS350 has seating for
5/6 passengers plus pilot. The Astar has an endurance of approx. 3 hours and
averages speeds of 140 mph. The Astar is particularly suitable for external load
operations lifting loads of 1700 lbs. The AS350 Super D and BA+ can lift loads
up to 2000 lbs. when equipped with the swing cargo hook.
Forest has various operational equipment to compliment the aircraft we operate,
including:
- Satellite phones
- External basket for extra baggage space on Astar
- Aerial Ignition Device
- Hydraulic Aerial Grapple
- Infrared Scanning System
- Nets and slings for external load operations
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