FAA Sets Rules for Helicopter Hoist Overload Gadgets
Published Date: 3/26/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
Carson Helicopters is adding a new safety device called an overload protection device (OLPD) to the hoists on certain Sikorsky S-61 helicopters. Since this device is a new feature not covered by current safety rules, special conditions are proposed to make sure it’s just as safe as existing standards. This means these helicopters will get a safety upgrade without extra costs or delays for owners.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
New Safety Rules for Hoist OLPD
The FAA is proposing special conditions that add safety requirements for an overload protection device (OLPD) installed in hoists on Sikorsky Model S-61A, S-61L, and S-61N helicopters (including those modified by STC No. SH640NE). These special conditions set additional safety standards so the OLPD meets a level of safety equivalent to existing airworthiness rules.
Owners Get Safety Upgrade Without Extra Delay
The proposed special conditions are intended to allow installation of the hoist with the overload protection device on Sikorsky S-61A, S-61L, and S-61N helicopters (including those modified by STC No. SH640NE) as a safety upgrade. The summary states this upgrade will occur without extra costs or delays for owners.
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