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Msg ID: 2798186 Bell 429 for utility +0/-1     
Author:Fire Guy
11/8/2023 6:28:43 AM

What are your opinions on the Bell 429 for utility? Anyone using them currently? Thanks!



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Msg ID: 2798220 Bell 429 for utility +0/-1     
Author:Yeah
11/8/2023 9:02:31 AM

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It is solid. Remove the wire strike kit it sits too low. Lots of power. 



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Msg ID: 2798279 Bell 429 for utility +0/-1     
Author:Doesn't have power
11/8/2023 9:43:37 PM

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If it flies its weight.



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Msg ID: 2798232 Bell 429 for utility +2/-2     
Author:Yea
11/8/2023 10:42:12 AM

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Over priced, sits low, no left hand STC. 



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Msg ID: 2798250 Bell 429 (NT) +1/-1     
Author:Yes it does have left hand
11/8/2023 5:25:02 PM

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Msg ID: 2798287 Bell 429 for utility +2/-1     
Author:Utilityguy
11/8/2023 11:46:17 PM

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Not true.  The 429 can be operated from the left seat. Just need the three DU's and you are perfectly legal.

Great machine for utility work.



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Msg ID: 2798472 Bell 429 for utility +0/-1     
Author:Gringo
11/10/2023 7:11:36 PM

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How much is it going to lift at 7000' 30c ?



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Msg ID: 2798529 Bell 429 for utility +0/-2     
Author:Exactly the same
11/11/2023 9:08:11 AM

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As a R44



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