Transparency allows our owners to view everything that goes on concerning their helicopter. We truly believe that being open about issues keeps everyone safe.  

We’ve made this a public space because rumors, speculation and misinformation are also in the public domain. This is a “leap of faith” on our part. We believe that the Safari is a safe and dependable kit helicopter when operated with good judgment and piloting skill.

Mandatory Inspections

Mandatory Inspection-001 Main Transmission Drive Shaft Scarring

Mandatory Inspection-002 Main Rotor Spindle Machining/Field Damage

Mandatory Inspection-003 Horizontal Stabilizer Mandatory Inspection and Modification

Mandatory Inspection-004 Inspection of Engine Governor Motor

Mandatory Inspection-005 Installation of Governor Arm Clutch

Safety Notices

Safety Notice SN001 – Hover Testing

Safety Notice SN002 – Horizontal Stabilizer Inspection

Safety Notice SN003 – Tail Rotor Spindle Installation

Safety Notice SN004 – Oil Pressure Light Switch

Safety Notice SN005 – Factory Installed Magnetic Plugs

Safety Notice SN007 – Inspection After Tail Boom Strike

Safety Notice SN008 – Gas Cap Venting 5

Safety Notice SN009 – Main Rotor Head Nonstandard Bearings

Safety Notice SN010 – Improper Tail Rotor Balancing

Safety Notice SN011 – Fuel Exhaustion

Safety Notice SN012 – Automotive Gasoline in Aircraft Engines

Safety Notice SN013 – Ballast Security

Safety Notice SN014 – Tail Rotor Injuries

Safety Notice SN015 – Titanium and Shock Loading

Safety Notice SN016 – Door Latches

Safety Notice SN017 – Pilot Distractions

Safety Notice SN018 – Initial and Refresher Training

Safety Notice SN019 – Tail Rotor Pitch Arm Inspection

Safety Notice SN020 – Tail Rotor Used To Turn Main Rotor

Safety Notice SN021 – 12V Outlet Wiring Connection

Safety Notice SN022 – Carburetor Icing

Safety Notice SN023 – Blade Icing

Safety Notice SN024 – Bushing Hub Set Screws

Safety Notice SN025 – Main Transmission Gear Failures

Safety Notice SN026 – Defective Chip Detectors

Maintenance Notices

Clutch Break-in – New Installations – April, 2021

Clutch Engagement – April, 2021

Tail Rotor to Drive Shaft Connection – December 1, 1990

Tail Rotor Balancing – December 1, 1995

Engine Start-Up – June 1, 2009

Collective Spring UPDATED – August 27, 2009

Spindle Radiuses – February 4, 2010

Main Transmission Shaft Scarring – February 4, 2010

Tip Weights – January 1, 1990

Seat Brace – January 1, 1990

Titanium Fretting – May 26, 2015

Yoke Cap Bolts – August 7, 2015

Blade Grip Bolts – July 15, 2015

Flex Coupling Inspection – May 2, 2012

Blade Grip Bolts and Nuts Torque Specifications – November 27, 2012

Pre-flight Inspection – September 30, 2015

Upgraded Over Running Sprag – August 2014

Carburetor Heat – March 20, 2017

Flex Coupling – April 5, 2017

Transparency of Service Issues With Vendor Provided Parts

E-Mag Electronic Ignition Service Notes

ECI Cylinders

SkyTec Starter Housing

Superior Engine Designation

Lycoming Seal Changes

LASAR Ignitions

Any questions about our transparency can be answered by contacting Safari Helicopter.

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