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FAA Approves Hélicoptères Guimbal Cabri G2 Power Boost

U.S. flight schools had been awaiting the approval to operate with 160 hp.

The Cabri G2 now had FAA approval to operate at 160 hp, up from the previous 145 hp.

By Mark Huber • Contributor

November 11, 2017

Pilots of the Hélicoptères Guimbal Cabri G2 can tap additional horsepower from the aircraft’s Lycoming 0360-J2A piston engine, now that the FAA has approved Service Bulletin 17-009. Previously, the allowed power had been capped at 145 hp. The new rating allows the pilot to use 160 hp without any negative implications to operating costs or additional inspections, the company said last week.

U.S flight schools had been awaiting this approval. Chris Bailey of Midwest Helicopters, which operates four Cabris with more planned to come in 2018, said, “The Cabri has been a safe and reliable training platform for our school. With the new Bulletin, the additional power will further enhance the margins of safety we've come to rely on.”

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