Optimal Positioning with the 412 Flight Line Stand
This dedicated access platform for the Bell Helicopter 412 is a sturdy, expertly designed solution. It was created specifically to optimize maintenance and inspection activities when the Bell 412 aircraft is positioned on a dolly. This specialized platform provides unparalleled access to critical helicopter areas, ensuring technicians work safely, efficiently, and with total security on the flight line.
Large Unsupported Cantilever Structure
Central to the 412 Flight Line Stand’s utility is the large, unsupported cantilever structure. This foundational design element extends 1600mm, providing significant reach directly over the dolly setup. This extended reach is paramount, as it allows technicians to access upper fuselage components, transmission zones, and rotor head assemblies without interference from the dolly itself. This strategic design ensures that indispensable maintenance tasks, often requiring close proximity and stable footing, are executed effectively.
Safe Access and Ergonomic Movement
Access to the working deck is facilitated by a 45-degree stair system. This angle of ascent promotes safe and comfortable movement for personnel carrying tools and equipment, improving upon the steepness of typical vertical ladders. Each step is outfitted with Griptread Nosing, a feature that significantly reduces the risk of slips and falls, especially in environments where fluids or debris may be present.
Specialized Winch Cutout Configuration
A core feature tailored for specific maintenance configurations of the Bell 412 is the provision for aircraft equipped with a rescue winch. The 412 Flight Line Stand incorporates a specific winch cutout area, complete with nylon locating slots. Importantly, this section is designed to be removable. The flexibility of a removable winch cutout means the platform can seamlessly adapt to different configurations of the Bell 412 fleet, ensuring standardized safety access across the entire fleet. For work on the fuselage side, consider our Bell Helicopter 412 side access platform.
Comprehensive Airframe Protection
The platform is designed to protect the aircraft structure during close-quarters work. All potential contact points between the access unit and the helicopter are shielded with a foam/rubber composite buffer. This buffering prevents scratches, dents, or damage to the sensitive skin and components of the Bell 412 airframe, maintaining the aircraft’s structural integrity and finish.
Vertically Telescoping Guardrails
Attention has been paid to the unique hazards posed by rotating components. The working area is enclosed by guardrails that are vertically telescoping. These telescopic top guardrails offer critical protection, acting as a preventative measure to avoid the risk of clashing with the helicopter’s rotor blades during positioning or while maintenance is underway in close proximity to the rotor system. The ability to adjust the height of these top rails ensures the maximum possible safety envelope while maximizing accessibility.
This purpose-built 412 Flight Line Stand is an indispensable tool for maintaining the Bell 412 helicopter. It is specifically engineered to provide stable, safe, and unrestricted access to high-level maintenance zones, including the rotor hub and transmission deck, while the helicopter rests on a dolly. The platform features—including the 1600mm extended cantilever, telescoping guardrails, removable winch cutout section, and advanced safety features—make it a comprehensive solution for maximizing maintenance efficiency. Its sturdy construction and aircraft-protective features ensure it is a long-term asset for operational readiness.
