Optional Equipment
Cargo Hook Kit
CSP–520N–1
MD 520N (500N) ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
TM
Original
9–3
FAA Approved
9–5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: CARGO HOOK KIT
PART I
GENERAL
The MDHI 369H90072−523 Cargo Hook Kit consists of a cargo hook which at
taches to the fuselage keel beam, electrical connections to provide the pilot
with cargo release or jettison capability using a switch on the cyclic stick, and
a manual backup release mechanism. The cargo hook kit is designed to carry
hook loads up to 2000 pounds.
When the kit is installed, an owner or operator holding a valid Rotorcraft Ex
ternal Load Operator Certificate may utilize the helicopter for transportation of
external cargo when operated by a qualified pilot. OPERATIONS WITH CAR
GO ON THE HOOK SHALL BE CONDUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH AP
PLICABLE PORTIONS OF FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS PART 133.
Information provided in these operating instructions is presented with the in
tent of furnishing important data that can be used in the Rotorcraft Load
Combination Flight Manual. The Combination Flight Manual, which is re
quired by FAR Part 133, will be prepared by the applicant to obtain the rotor
craft External Load Operator Certificate.
