Optional Equipment
Cargo Swing
ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD 500
(Models 369HE/HS/HM
)
CSP-HE/HS-1
Revision 6
9-18
FAA Approved
PART II
LIMITATIONS
Weight Limitations:
Gross weight not to exceed the maximum certificated for the basic helicop−
ter.
Center of Gravity Limitations:
Center of gravity not to exceed the limits certificated for the basic heli−
copter.
Cargo Swing Load Limitations:
Cargo swing structural limit is 1400 pounds.
Airspeed Limitations:
With the hook stowed, airspeed limitations are unchanged.
With no load on hook and hook not stowed, 80 knots or basic helicopter
V
NE
whichever is less.
With load on hook, use caution since size and shape of load may effect con−
trollability. Operator must establish airspeed limits in accordance with FAR
part 133.
Placards:
Make placards stating approved load class(es) and occupancy limitations;
display placards in a conspicuous location in cabin.
Make placard stating: ‘‘External Load Limit 1400 Pounds" and install on or
next to cargo hook.
Fourteen hundred pounds is the allowable load limit on the cargo
swing.
Kit Combination Limitations:
The Rotorcraft Cargo Hook Kit may not be used in combination with the
Cargo Swing Kit.
CAUTION
