Class A, B, C external loads

[Helihead]

What classifies an external load as either A, B, or C... what classes are there, or where can I find this information?

Edited December 3, 2008 by Helihead

[Timbersprayer]

ref:FAR-133 & AC-133-1A

 

Class A - cannot move freely, cannot be jettisonable, does not extend below landing gear.

ex: cargo racks

Class B - external load jettisonable, lifted free of ground.

ex: long line

Class C - external load jettisonable, remains in contact with land /water

ex: wire pull

[flyingseapig]

Don't forget Class D loads for human cargo, I mean er hoisting people.

[adam32]

Don't forget Class D loads for human cargo, I mean er hoisting people.

 

Just remember to use a twin engine ship...