Genesys Helicopter Stability Augmentation System STC’d for Robinson R44

Genesys Aerosystems’ HeliSAS helicopter stability augmentation system (SAS) and autopilot is now available for retrofit installation in Robinson R44 helicopters. The former Cobham subsidiary, which makes Chelton EFIS and STEC autopilot systems, was bought out by management in April.

Its compact and lightweight HeliSAS system is designed to reduce pilot workload while providing precise control during all modes of flight, regardless of wind conditions or shifts in weight. According to Genesys, the attitude-stabilization and force-feel features enhance handling characteristics and mitigate inadvertent cyclic control inputs that could result in dangerous attitudes.