DART Aerospace, February 11, 2026 - Hawkesbury, Ontario, Canada - DART Aerospace is proud to announce that it has received a new EASA STC certification for the external cargo Heli-Utility-Basket™ specifically tailored for the Bell 505 aircraft.
The Bell 505 Heli-Utility-Basket™, now certified under an EASA STC, is the latest addition to DART’s proven line of utility baskets. It complements DART’s existing Heli-Utility-Baskets™ for platforms such as the H125, Bell 407, R66, and AW119, as well as other helicopter models manufactured by Airbus, Bell, Leonardo, and Robinson.
Designed for both utility and VIP operations, the Bell 505 Heli-Utility-Basket™ offers quick and easy installation and provides a safe, external solution for carrying skis, cargo hooks, tools, equipment, and a wide range of mission-essential items. The basket is constructed from corrosion-resistant stainless steel and finished with a high-gloss, scratch-resistant white coating for long-term durability and a clean appearance.
Safety and ease of use are built into every detail. A simple self-locking handle ensures secure lid closure and keeps cargo safely contained during flight, while a gas spring assists with smooth and controlled lid opening and closing. With its EASA STC approval, the Bell 505 Heli-Utility-Basket™ delivers a certified, reliable solution tailored to the needs of European operators.
About DART Aerospace: With its extensive engineering capabilities and manufacturing centers, DART provides industry-leading design, manufacturing, and market-certified solutions for the helicopter and aerospace industry. With an impressive line-up of over 1,500 STCs, DART offers a comprehensive portfolio of mission equipment and related services, replacement parts, and tooling for civil and military operators, completion centers, MR&O facilities, and all major rotorcraft OEMs.
DART's key products include aerial firefighting systems, flotation systems, landing gear, interior and exterior accessories, cargo expansion, cable cutters, environmental control systems, and ground support equipment. All of DART’s solutions are delivered with superior customer support in over 120 countries worldwide.
The Bell 505 Heli-Utility-Basket™, now certified under an EASA STC, is the latest addition to DART’s proven line of utility baskets. It complements DART’s existing Heli-Utility-Baskets™ for platforms such as the H125, Bell 407, R66, and AW119, as well as other helicopter models manufactured by Airbus, Bell, Leonardo, and Robinson.
Designed for both utility and VIP operations, the Bell 505 Heli-Utility-Basket™ offers quick and easy installation and provides a safe, external solution for carrying skis, cargo hooks, tools, equipment, and a wide range of mission-essential items. The basket is constructed from corrosion-resistant stainless steel and finished with a high-gloss, scratch-resistant white coating for long-term durability and a clean appearance.
Safety and ease of use are built into every detail. A simple self-locking handle ensures secure lid closure and keeps cargo safely contained during flight, while a gas spring assists with smooth and controlled lid opening and closing. With its EASA STC approval, the Bell 505 Heli-Utility-Basket™ delivers a certified, reliable solution tailored to the needs of European operators.
About DART Aerospace: With its extensive engineering capabilities and manufacturing centers, DART provides industry-leading design, manufacturing, and market-certified solutions for the helicopter and aerospace industry. With an impressive line-up of over 1,500 STCs, DART offers a comprehensive portfolio of mission equipment and related services, replacement parts, and tooling for civil and military operators, completion centers, MR&O facilities, and all major rotorcraft OEMs.
DART's key products include aerial firefighting systems, flotation systems, landing gear, interior and exterior accessories, cargo expansion, cable cutters, environmental control systems, and ground support equipment. All of DART’s solutions are delivered with superior customer support in over 120 countries worldwide.
Dart Aerospace Heli-Utility-Basket
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