Transparency
Transparency allows our owners to view everything that goes on concerning their helicopter. We truly believe that being open about issues keeps everyone safe.
We’ve made this a public space because rumors, speculation and misinformation are also in the public domain. This is a “leap of faith” on our part. We believe that the Safari is a safe and dependable kit helicopter when operated with good judgment and piloting skill.
Mandatory Inspections
Mandatory Inspection-001 Main Transmission Drive Shaft Scarring
Mandatory Inspection-002 Main Rotor Spindle Machining/Field Damage
Mandatory Inspection-003 Horizontal Stabilizer Mandatory Inspection and Modification
Mandatory Inspection-004 Inspection of Engine Governor Motor
Mandatory Inspection-005 Installation of Governor Arm Clutch
Safety Notices
Safety Notice SN001 – Hover Testing
Safety Notice SN002 – Horizontal Stabilizer Inspection
Safety Notice SN003 – Tail Rotor Spindle Installation
Safety Notice SN004 – Oil Pressure Light Switch
Safety Notice SN005 – Factory Installed Magnetic Plugs
Safety Notice SN007 – Inspection After Tail Boom Strike
Safety Notice SN008 – Gas Cap Venting 5
Safety Notice SN009 – Main Rotor Head Nonstandard Bearings
Safety Notice SN010 – Improper Tail Rotor Balancing
Safety Notice SN011 – Fuel Exhaustion
Safety Notice SN012 – Automotive Gasoline in Aircraft Engines
Safety Notice SN013 – Ballast Security
Safety Notice SN014 – Tail Rotor Injuries
Safety Notice SN015 – Titanium and Shock Loading
Safety Notice SN016 – Door Latches
Safety Notice SN017 – Pilot Distractions
Safety Notice SN018 – Initial and Refresher Training
Safety Notice SN019 – Tail Rotor Pitch Arm Inspection
Safety Notice SN020 – Tail Rotor Used To Turn Main Rotor
Safety Notice SN021 – 12V Outlet Wiring Connection
Safety Notice SN022 – Carburetor Icing
Safety Notice SN023 – Blade Icing
Safety Notice SN024 – Bushing Hub Set Screws
Safety Notice SN025 – Main Transmission Gear Failures
Safety Notice SN026 – Defective Chip Detectors
Maintenance Notices
Clutch Break-in – New Installations – April, 2021
Clutch Engagement – April, 2021
Tail Rotor to Drive Shaft Connection – December 1, 1990
Tail Rotor Balancing – December 1, 1995
Engine Start-Up – June 1, 2009
Collective Spring UPDATED – August 27, 2009
Spindle Radiuses – February 4, 2010
Main Transmission Shaft Scarring – February 4, 2010
Titanium Fretting – May 26, 2015
Yoke Cap Bolts – August 7, 2015
Blade Grip Bolts – July 15, 2015
Flex Coupling Inspection – May 2, 2012
Blade Grip Bolts and Nuts Torque Specifications – November 27, 2012
Pre-flight Inspection – September 30, 2015
Upgraded Over Running Sprag – August 2014
Carburetor Heat – March 20, 2017
Transparency of Service Issues With Vendor Provided Parts
E-Mag Electronic Ignition Service Notes