CSP-HE/HS-1
Optional Equipment
Cargo Swing
ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD 500
(Models 369HE/HS/HM
)
Revision 6
9-17
FAA Approved
9-7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: CARGO SWING
PART I
GENERAL
The MDHI Cargo Swing Kit consist of a curved tube that fits underneath the
helicopter and attaches to the jacking fittings near the sill of the cargo door,
cables that suspend the cargo hook from the tube, electrical connections to pro−
vide the pilot with cargo release or jettison capability using a switch on the cy−
clic stick, and manual backup release mechanism. The cargo hook is automati−
cally stowed when not in use. The cargo swing kit is designed to carry hook
loads up to 1400 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.
