Why a Helio Courier for Mission Field Use?

Takeoff / Landing roll – 300 ft.

Takeoff / Land over 50ft. Obstacle – 610 ft.

Built in Pittsburg, Kansas 1956-1974

LEADING EDGE SLATS/FLAPS

Increase lift at slower speeds…

* Minimum flying speed – 28 mph

* Takeoff/Touchdown speeds to less

than 35mph

ENGINE / PROPELLER

* 295 Horsepower Engine

* Geared 8 ft. propeller – Turns

slower with larger diameter for

helicopter like efficiency.

RUDDER / STABILATOR

Increase control at slower speeds…

* 8.5 Foot rudder LANDING GEAR

* 15 Foot stabilator span * Strut type with 14 inch travel for FIRM

STOL (Short Takeoff / Landing) landings.

CARGO / PASSENGER AREA * High floatation tires for soft field operations.

* Seating for 6 passengers

* Useful load 1500 lbs.

* Steel “roll cage” for passenger protection

* Cargo door for loading / unloading

* Cargo area 6 ft. long