Maintenance and Modifications
Bell 429 Gets the Onboard Hook
Onboard Systems is developing a new dual cargo hook kit for the Bell 429.
Onboard Systems Bell 429 hook
Onboard Systems advanced prototype of its Talon HEC (human external cargo) dual cargo hook kit for the Bell 429. (Photo: Onboard Systems)

Onboard Systems (Booth C2020) is displaying an advanced prototype of its Talon HEC (human external cargo) dual cargo hook kit for the Bell 429 at Heli-Expo 2023. The kit has reached its final stage of development.

Launch customer Capitol Helicopters in Sacramento, California, is providing fit-check and flight test assistance for the kit's certification. Once certified, the kit will provide an STC-certified solution for Part 133 external load missions, including HEC, high-value cargo transport, utility line work, short-haul, and search and rescue.