ABOUT PRODUCT SW204HP
The SWFA SW204HP Modernization Program is the only FAA/CAA approved and supported U.S. Military UH-1B performance upgrade available today. The SWFA SW204HP combines commercial 212/412 dynamic components with the reliable Honeywell converted engine, leading to an increase in hover performance in hot conditions. In addition, the SWFA SW204HP upgrade increases the maximum gross weight to 9,500 lbs., while lowering direct operating costs.
Along with the SWFA SW204HP kit installation, SWFA refurbishes the U.S. Military UH-1B basic airframe to original military specifications and standards, provides a complete rewire, updates the avionics and offers a comprehensive selection of mission specific kits and customization. Optional enhanced fuselage available. So whether your mission is troop transport into high altitudes, medical evacuation in hot conditions, SAR, EMS, or transport to and from remote bases, choose the SWFA SW204HP.
7-10 PAX
130 KTS
397 NM
Features
DIRECT MAINTENANCE COSTS LOWERED
Compared to the standard U.S. Military UH-1B, the SW204HP decreases your direct maintenance costs in excess of 29% while increasing your operational readiness rates. The utilization of 212/412 components enhance parts availability. Compared to the U.S. Military UH-1B, service life improvement for most components (main rotor mast, hub assembly, engine, transmission, gearboxes, rotor blades, etc.) is improved by more than 250%.
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL INTERIOR
The multi-mission capable interior of the SW204HP has seating for 7 passengers with one pilot and up to 10 passengers in high density seating. Two large cabin windows enable ample visibility during SAR missions. Cabin doors may be pinned open to extend viewing capability and provide excellent access during
hoist operations. The cabin’s large, flat floor has multiple structural fittings and hard points for flexible seating arrangements and attachment of equipment to meet your multi-mission needs.
FAA/CAA APPROVED UPGRADE
Honeywell converted engine upgrade package increases shaft horsepower from 1,400 shp/1,044 kW to 1,800 shp/1,342 kW. This certified upgrade extends the TBO from 2,400 hrs. to 5,000 hrs. providing significant maintenance cost savings.
ENHANCED SAFETY FEATURES
Designed and built with safety in mind, the SW204HP is equipped with a variety of safety features including: proven reliable engines, transmission with chip detection and debris collection, superb autorotation, rollover bulkheads, new rupture-resistant fuel cells, wire-strike protection, push-out passenger windows,
and quick release jettisonable crew doors.
PARAPUBLIC
The SWFA SW204HP was built for the parapublic mission. With special operational equipment available, the aircraft can be configured to meet your mission needs: command & control, patrol, firefighting and tactical insertion/extraction. The fuselage features multiple structural fittings and hard points, two swing-out jettisonable crew doors and two aft cabin sliding doors with one emergency exit panel on each door. The sliding doors latch open for in-flight operations. These features keep the team safe so that they can keep the public safe.
SEARCH AND RESCUE
For search and rescue missions, the SWFA SW204HP provides a stable hover platform with excellent fore & aft center of gravity tolerance and lateral stability. Large 6.00ft/1.84 m wide door openings enable easy cabin access and room to maneuver for hoist operations. Single-engine fuel efficiency allows for greater search time and range. Optional auxiliary fuel tanks increase the standard search range capability. When you need to search, look no further than the SW204HP.
AIR AMBULANCE
The SWFA SW204HP was built on a strong history in emergency life threatening situations. The cabin sliding door on each side of the fuselage provides unobstructed openings 6.00 ft wide by 4.67 ft high (1.84 m wide by 1.42 m high). Its cabin can carry up to 3 litters. The wire-strike protection system is designed to offer a proven measure of protection against horizontally strung mechanical, electrical and communication wires, and cables. Wherever you are in the world, help is on the way, the SW204HP provides greater capacity enabling faster mission accomplishment.
TROOP TRANSPORT AND INSERTION
Look no further than the SWFA SW204HP for troop transport needs. With aft cabin seating for 7 passengers or 10 passengers in high density seating, the SWFA SW204HP works as diligently and reliably as the troops do. This medium lift helicopter has a large flat, reconfigurable floor area for multi-mission cargo needs. Multiple structural fittings and hard points allow for flexibility in seating arrangements and attachment of equipment to meet transport and cargo operations. The SWFA SW204HP has the space and the lifting capacity to get the job done.
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Increased shaft horsepower to 1,800 shp/1,342 kW with the converted Honeywell engine upgrade
package providing increased lifting capabilities - Complete 212/412 drive system
- Complete aircraft rewire
- Optional high density seating for up to 10 passengers
- Large sliding side doors for easy loading and unloading of patients, personnel or cargo
- 5,000 lbs./2,268 kg cargo lifting capability and a useful load of 4,873 lbs./2,210 kg
- Only FAA/CAA approved U.S. Military UH-1B modification with full support after the sale
- Twenty-nine percent reduction in direct maintenance costs over U.S. Military UH-1B
- All new life limited parts along with complete refurbished and upgraded airframe
- Customized to fit your mission
- New, FAA-PMA, or STC’d windscreens, fuel cells, landing gear and inlet barrier filter standard
- Can accommodate a wide variety of avionic suites
- Multiple crew positions and litter configurations
AVAILABLE KITS
The SW204HP has a wide assortment of available optional kits, including:
- Composite 212 nose kit (Fiberglass, Carbon Fiber)
- Full Glass cockpit solutions
- Hour meter indicator
- Fuel flow meter indicator
- FLIR
- Wulfsberg Flexcomm RT 5000 transceiver
- TETRA radio (Teltronic MDT-400)
- 5-place rear facing seat
- Fast Rope Insertion/Extraction System (FRIES)
- Window Guard & Crew Door Struts
- Space Doors
- Bambi bucket
- Simplex Fire Tank System
- BF Goodrich/Breeze/Collins 600 lbs. external hoist
- High skid gear with flight steps
- LifePort cabin/cockpit floor and side armor
- LifePort engine armor
- LifePort nose section armor
- On Board Systems cargo hook kit
- Rotor brake equipment
- Cabin/Wall Protectors
- N1/N2 Cycle Counter
- Fast-Fin and Strakes
- 53 Amp Battery System
INNOVATION OF THE LEGENDARY UH-1B
With a fielded fleet of over 200 aircraft, the SW204HP has proven to be a smart, cost-efficient solution. It can carry up to 10 fully out fitted tactical team members with 1 pilots, without the need for external platforms. Emergency response teams also appreciate the exceptional cabin volume and ample power of the SW204HP, facilitating a wide range of search and rescue, disaster response, special operations and fire fighting missions. As compared to the U.S. Military UH-1B, hover ceiling increases 39% on a standard day, 275% on a hot day. In addition, payload increases to a maximum internal gross weight of 9,500 lbs./4,309 kg. and 9,500 lbs./4,309 kg. external gross weight. The direct maintenance costs of the SW204HP offers a 29% savings over the U.S. Military UH-1B, delivering excellent lift capability with single-engine economics.
EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SUPPORT AND TRAINING
One of the advantages of operating a SWFA SW204HP helicopter is the excellent support and service that comes with it. SWFA is committed to providing you with the best products backed by the best service in the industry, with a significant parts inventory, plus training and technical personnel ready to
answer your questions and provide the support you need in the field. To further complement our support, a comprehensive set of pilot and maintainer courses are available through the effective SWFA Training Academy (SWFATA). Maintainers will have the advantage of learning on an actual SW204HP, ensuring a relevant and effective training experience. Pilots will appreciate a suite of customized course materials, complemented by a sophisticated flight training device, and concluding with flight instruction in your aircraft. The SWFA Training Academy also understands that the right training is just as important as comprehensive training, so your instruction can be custom tailored to meet your specific goals and training requirements.
