News & Press Releases

Onboard Systems Showcases New HEC Dual Cargo Hook System for Bell 429 at the 2023 Heli-Expo

Onboard Systems will debut an advanced prototype of its new HEC Dual Cargo Hook kit for the Bell 429 at the 2023 HAI Heli-Expo tradeshow in Atlanta, Georgia on March 7-9th.

March 07, 2023

Phenix Solutions Selects Onboard Systems for Ultra 2XL Heavy-Lift UAS Program

Phenix Solutions has selected Vancouver-based innovator Onboard Systems International, LLC as a partner to develop a multi-use cargo hook system for the Ultra 2XL Heavy-Lift Cargo Aircraft Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).

March 06, 2023

Onboard Systems Dual Cargo Hook HEC Replacement Kit for EC135 Aircraft Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems announced that its replacement dual cargo hook HEC kit for the EC135 aircraft has been STC certified by the FAA.

June 24, 2022

HEC Dual Cargo Hook Kit for MD600 Aircraft from Onboard Systems Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems announced that its HEC dual cargo hook kit for the MD600 aircraft has been STC certified by the FAA.

March 29, 2022

Onboard Systems Hires Pablo Bravo as Vice President of Engineering

Onboard Systems announced that Pablo Bravo, most recently with DART Aerospace, has joined Onboard as Vice President, Engineering.

January 12, 2022

Arcline Investment Management Acquires Onboard Systems International

Arcline Investment Management, a growth-oriented private equity firm, today announced that it has acquired Onboard Systems from Liberty Hall Capital Partners, expanding Arcline's portfolio of mission-critical electromechanical systems for aerospace and defense applications.

October 12, 2021

Onboard Systems Delivers First H125 Swing Cargo Hook Systems for Factory Installation at Airbus Helicopters

Onboard Systems announced that it has shipped the first delivery of their TALON® LC Hydraulic Cargo Hook Swing System for factory installation at the Airbus H125 final assembly line (FAL) in Marignane, France.

August 18, 2021

Onboard Systems Hires Mike Fox as VP Sales & Marketing; VP Karsten Lemmon Departs

Onboard Systems announced that Mike Fox, most recently the General Manager of Goodrich Hoist and Winch, has joined Onboard as Vice President, Sales and Marketing, following the decision by Karsten Lemmon to step down from that role.

December 07, 2020

Onboard Systems Hires Cory VanBuskirk as President; President Jason Lemmon Transitions to Senior Advisor

Onboard Systems announced that Cory VanBuskirk has joined Onboard as President. In addition, Jason Lemmon will be stepping down as President to transition to his new role as Senior Advisor.

September 02, 2020

Onboard Systems Sikorsky Black Hawk Replacement Cargo Hook Kit Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems announced that its replacement cargo hook kits for the Sikorsky UH-60A Black Hawk have been STC certified by the FAA.

August 31, 2020

Onboard Systems 6K Remote Keeperless Cargo Hook & Upgrade Kit Now Available

Onboard Systems announced that it has developed a keeperless version of the TALON 6K Remote Cargo Hook, as well as a retrofit kit that will allow operators to convert existing keepered 6K Remote Cargo Hooks to a keeperless configuration.

April 30, 2020

Onboard Systems Dual Cargo Hook Kits for Bell 206L & 407 Aircraft Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems announced that its Dual Cargo Hook Kits for the Bell 206L and 407 aircraft have been STC certified by the FAA.

March 30, 2020

Onboard Systems Weighing Kit with C-40 Cockpit Indicator for Puma & Super Puma Certified

Onboard's C-40 Cockpit Indicator has been certified for use in Onboard’s load weighing kits for the Airbus SA330 Puma and SA332 Super Puma helicopters.

December 06, 2019

Onboard Systems Introduces 3.3K Remote Keeperless Cargo Hook & Upgrade Kit

Onboard Systems announced that it has developed a keeperless version of the TALON 3.3K Remote Cargo Hook, as well as a retrofit kit that will allow operators to convert existing keepered 3.3K Remote Cargo Hooks to a keeperless configuration.

August 13, 2019

Onboard Systems Weighing Kit with C-40 Cockpit Indicator for Airbus Helicopters H125/AS350 B3 Certified by FAA

The new C-40 Cockpit Indicator has been certified by the FAA for use in one of Onboard’s load weighing kits for the Airbus AS350 (H125) helicopter.

August 06, 2019

Onboard Systems Medium Bell Cargo Hook Kits with Surefire Option Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems announced that its Surefire Release Technology cargo hook kits for the Bell 204, 205, 212 and 412 aircraft have been STC certified by the FAA and are now available for worldwide installation.

July 31, 2019

Onboard Systems Dual Cargo Hook Kit for the MD500 Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems today announced that its Dual Cargo Hook Kit for the MD500 series has been STC certified by the FAA. This cargo hook system meets the 14 CFR part 27 certification requirements for Human External Cargo (HEC).

February 25, 2019

Onboard Systems Receives 2017 Gold Boeing Performance Excellence Award

Onboard Systems announced it has received a Boeing Performance Excellence Award (BPEA) for quality and on-time delivery for the tenth consecutive year.

October 22, 2018

Onboard Systems SA332/Super Puma Onboard Weighing System Certified by FAA & EASA

Onboard Systems announced that its Onboard Weighing System for the SA332 Super Puma aircraft has been STC certified by the FAA and EASA.

September 10, 2018

Onboard Systems to Showcase New Products at the 2018 HAI Heli-Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada

Onboard Systems today announced the list of new products it will be displaying at the 2018 Heli-Expo, to be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center February 27th through March 1st.

February 27, 2018

Onboard Systems Awarded Contract for AW139 HEC Secondary Hook Kits by Leonardo Helicopters

Onboard Systems announced that it has been awarded a contract from Leonardo Helicopters to provide a backup HEC hook system for the Leonardo Helicopters AW139.

October 24, 2017

Onboard Systems Robinson R44 Raven II Cargo Hook Kits with Surefire Option Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems announced that its cargo hook kits with Surefire® release technology for the Robinson Helicopter R44 Raven II aircraft have been STC certified by the FAA.

September 21, 2017

Onboard Systems Robinson R66 Cargo Hook Kits with Surefire Option Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems announced that its cargo hook kits with Surefire release technology for the Robinson Helicopter R66 aircraft have been STC certified by the FAA.

July 27, 2017

Onboard Systems Robinson R44 Raven II Cargo Hook Kit Certified by JCAB for use in Japan

Onboard Systems announced that its cargo hook kit for the Robinson R44 Raven II aircraft has been certified for use in Japan by the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB).

July 12, 2017

Onboard Systems Receives Malaysian Certification for Airbus Helicopters H120 (EC120), MD Helicopters 600N, and Robinson R44 Cargo Hook Kits

Onboard Systems announced that several of its cargo hook kits have been certified for use in Malaysia by the Department of Civil Aviation (DCA).

June 15, 2017

Onboard Systems BO105 Cargo Hook Kits with Surefire Option Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems announced that its hydraulic cargo hooks with Surefire release technology have been STC certified by the FAA for the Airbus Helicopters BO105 aircraft.

June 07, 2017

Onboard Systems Cargo Hook Kits for the Bell 206 A&B Receive EASA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its cargo hook suspension kits and replacement hook kits for the Bell 206 A&B aircraft have received certification from EASA.

May 23, 2017

Onboard Systems Bell 407 Cargo Hook Kits with Surefire Option Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems announced that it has obtained FAA STC certification for several new cargo hook kits for the Bell 407 aircraft featuring their Surefire release technology.

May 04, 2017

Onboard Systems Cargo Hook Kits for the Bell 206L Receive EASA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its cargo hook suspension kits for the Bell 206L aircraft have received certification from EASA.

April 26, 2017

Onboard Systems MD500 Cargo Hook Kits with Surefire Release Technology Receive FAA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that it has obtained FAA STC certification for several new cargo hook kits for the MD Helicopters MD500 aircraft featuring their Surefire release technology.

April 19, 2017

Onboard Systems Awarded Contract for AW169 and AW101 HEC Secondary Hook Kits by Leonardo Helicopters

Onboard Systems announced that it has been awarded a contract from Leonardo Helicopters to provide backup HEC (Human External Cargo) hook systems for the AgustaWestland AW169 and AW101 aircraft.

April 11, 2017

Onboard Systems Receives 2016 Gold Boeing Performance Excellence Award

Onboard Systems announced it has received a Boeing Performance Excellence Award (BPEA) for quality and on-time delivery for the ninth consecutive year.

April 06, 2017

Onboard Systems Receives 2015 Gold Boeing Performance Excellence Award

Onboard Systems announced it has received a Boeing Performance Excellence Award (BPEA) for quality and on time delivery that for the seventh consecutive year.

July 11, 2016

Onboard Systems AS350 Hydraulic Swing Cargo Hook Kits with Surefire Option Certified by FAA and Transport Canada

Onboard Systems International, Inc., announced that its Surefire hydraulic cargo hook swing system kits for the Airbus AS350 (H125) helicopter have been STC certified for use in the United States and Canada.

June 16, 2016

Onboard Systems Remote Hook Electrical Release Kit for the Robinson R44 Raven II Certified by FAA and Transport Canada

Onboard Systems announced that its new Remote Hook Electrical Release Kit for the Robinson R44 Raven II aircraft has been STC certified by the FAA and Transport Canada. Onboard has also submitted this kit to EASA for certification in Europe.

April 27, 2016

Onboard Systems Robinson R66 Cargo Hook Kits Receive Brazilian ANAC Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its cargo hook kits for the Robinson R66 aircraft have been certified for use in Brazil.

March 13, 2016

Onboard Systems to Demo New TALON Auto-Loc Cargo Hook System at the Heli-Expo Show in Louisville, Kentucky, March 1-3, 2016

Onboard Systems will be featuring their newest remote cargo hook, the TALON® Auto-Loc Cargo Hook System, at the 2016 HAI Heli-Expo Show in Louisville, Kentucky, with an interactive display in their booth.

February 25, 2016

Onboard Systems to Display New Bell 505 TALON Cargo Hook System Advanced Prototype at the 2016 Heli-Expo Show in Louisville, Kentucky, March 1-3rd

Onboard Systems will be displaying the latest-generation prototype of its cargo hook system for the new Bell 505 Jet Ranger X aircraft at the 2016 HAI Heli-Expo Show in Louisville, Kentucky.

February 25, 2016

Onboard Systems Receives Indian Certification for Airbus Helicopters AS350 Replacement Cargo Hook Kit

Onboard Systems International, Inc., announced that its replacement cargo hook kit for the Airbus Helicopters AS350 aircraft has been certified for use in India.

February 23, 2016

Onboard Systems Approaches Final Production Milestone for its New TALON Auto-Loc Cargo Hook System

Onboard Systems today announced that its latest remote cargo hook, the TALON® Auto-Loc Cargo Hook System, has completed prototype testing and is moving into production. The product is a lightweight, specialized remote cargo hook system that allows pilots to pick up pre-rigged loads from unmanned locations and release them from the cockpit.

December 01, 2015

Onboard Systems Robinson R66 Cargo Hook Kit Receives EASA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its cargo hook kit for the Robinson R66 aircraft has received certification from EASA for aircraft in Europe.

November 17, 2015

Onboard Systems Robinson R66 Cargo Hook Kit Receives Transport Canada Certification

Onboard Systems International, Inc. announced that its cargo hook kit for the Robinson R66 aircraft has been certified by Transport Canada.

November 10, 2015

Onboard Systems Receives Mexican Certification for Airbus Helicopters AS350 (H125) Cargo Hook Swing Kit

Onboard Systems announced that its TALON LC Cargo Hook Swing Kit with Onboard Weighing System and Fuel Drain Guard for the Airbus Helicopters AS350 aircraft has been certified for use in Mexico.

October 23, 2015

Onboard Systems Receives Mexican Certification for Bell 206L & 407 Cargo Hook Kits and Onboard Weighing Systems

Onboard Systems announced that its cargo hook kits and Onboard Weighing Systems for the Bell 206L and 406 aircraft models have been certified for use in Mexico by the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC).

August 25, 2015

Onboard Systems Receives Mexican Certification for Its Medium Bell Cargo Hook Kits and Onboard Weighing Systems

Onboard Systems announced that its cargo hook kits and Onboard Weighing Systems for the Bell 204, 205, 212, 412 and UH-1 aircraft have been certified for use in Mexico.

August 17, 2015

Onboard Systems Extends Time Between Overhauls (TBO) for Medium Bell Cargo Hook Kits

Onboard Systems has extended the time between overhauls (TBO) for its TALON MC Cargo Hook Kits for the Bell 204, 205, 212, 412 and UH-1 aircraft from five years/1,000 hours to six years/1,500 hours.

August 10, 2015

Onboard Systems Robinson R66 Cargo Hook Kit Certified by FAA

Onboard Systems International, Inc., today announced that its cargo hook kit for the Robinson R66 aircraft has been STC certified by the FAA.

July 28, 2015

Onboard Systems AS350 (H125) Cargo Hook Swing Retrofit Kit Certified by JCAB

Onboard Systems announced that its cargo hook swing retrofit kit for the Airbus Helicopters AS350 (H125) aircraft has been certified for use in Japan by the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB).

March 12, 2015

Onboard Systems Awarded Contract for EC145T2 Cargo Hook Kit by Airbus Helicopters

Onboard Systems announced that it has been awarded a contract from Airbus Helicopters to provide the cargo hook kit for the EC145T2 beam system.

January 27, 2015

Onboard Systems Awarded Contract to Develop External Load Weighing System for the Bell 429

Onboard Systems announced that it has been awarded a contract by Bell Helicopters to design and develop a new adaptation of its TALON® LC Hydraulic release external cargo hook system for the Bell 429 helicopter.

January 07, 2015

Onboard Systems is Awarded EC130T2 Cargo Hook System by Airbus Helicopters

Onboard Systems announced that it has been awarded a contract from Airbus Helicopters to design and manufacture the cargo hook system for the EC130T2 aircraft.

March 31, 2014

Onboard Systems to Debut New 1K Carousel Hooks at the 2014 Heli-Expo Show in Anaheim, California

Onboard Systems announced that it will unveil the production versions of their new TALON® 1K Carousel cargo hooks at the Heli-Expo Show in Anaheim, California.

February 24, 2014

Onboard Systems to Debut New SPIDER Smart Carousel at the 2014 Heli-Expo Show in Anaheim, California

Onboard Systems today announced that it will unveil the production version of its new SPIDER® Smart Carousel for external load operations at the Heli-Expo Show in Anaheim, California.

February 20, 2014

Onboard Systems Receives Gold Boeing Performance Excellence Award

Onboard Systems announced that for the sixth consecutive year, it has received a Boeing Performance Excellence Award (BPEA) for quality and on time delivery.

January 22, 2014

Electric Swivels from Onboard Systems Help Increase Safety for Rotating Loads

Onboard Systems has designed and manufactured a growing line of electric swivels to enhance flight safety for external load missions transporting spinning loads.

December 10, 2013

Onboard Systems Selected to Develop New Cargo Hook System for the MD Explorer Aircraft

Onboard Systems announced that MD Helicopters has awarded them a contract to begin development of a new cargo hook system for the MD Explorer® line of twin engine helicopters.

December 04, 2013

Onboard Systems Offers Cargo Hook Retention System for Bell 204, 205 & 212 Aircraft

Onboard Systems announced immediate availability for a Cargo Hook Retention System for Bell 204, 205 and 212 aircraft.

July 08, 2013

Bell 407 Hydraulic Fixed Beam Cargo Hook Kit from Onboard Systems Receives Transport Canada Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its new fixed beam TALON® Hydraulic Cargo Hook kit for the Bell 407 aircraft has been STC certified by Transport Canada.

June 11, 2013

Bell 407 Hydraulic Fixed Beam Cargo Hook Kit from Onboard Systems Receives FAA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its new fixed beam TALON® Hydraulic Cargo Hook kit for the Bell 407 has been STC certified by the FAA.

March 04, 2013

Onboard Systems Receives Gold Boeing Performance Excellence Award

Onboard Systems announced that for the fifth consecutive year, it has received a Boeing Performance Excellence Award (BPEA) for quality and on time delivery.

February 27, 2013

Onboard Systems Receives Hong Kong Certification for its AS355 Cargo Hook Swing Kit

Onboard Systems announced that its Eurocopter AS355 cargo hook swing kit has just been certified by the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department (HKCAD).

December 04, 2012

Onboard Systems Upgrades Safety on its 6K TALON MC Keeperless Cargo Hook

Onboard Systems announced the production release of its next generation TALON MC Keeperless 6,000 LB (2,722 KG) cargo hook, which includes additional safety-oriented and user-friendly features.

October 15, 2012

Onboard Systems Certified to AS9100 Rev C Quality Standard

Onboard Systems was recently certified to the AS9100 Rev C Quality Standard for Aerospace manufacturing, adding to its existing ISO 9001:2008 certification at its Vancouver, Washington, facility.

September 19, 2012

MD Helicopters Installs First Updated Onboard Systems MD500/600 Attach Point

Onboard Systems announced that MD Helicopters has recently performed the first installation of its redesigned attach point kit for the MD500 aircraft at their facility in Mesa, Arizona.

September 12, 2012

Onboard Systems BO105LS A-3 Hydraulic Cargo Hook Kits Receive FAA & Brazil Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its replacement hydraulic cargo hook kits for the Eurocopter BO105LS A-3 aircraft have been certified by the FAA and ANAC/Brazil and are now in production.

May 02, 2012

Onboard Systems Receives FAA Certification for Eurocopter EC135 Replacement Cargo Hook Kit

Onboard Systems announced that its new replacement cargo hook kit for the Eurocopter EC135 aircraft has been certified by the FAA and is currently in production.

March 19, 2012

Onboard Systems Receives Gold Boeing Performance Excellence Award

Onboard Systems announced that for the fourth consecutive year, it has received a Boeing Performance Excellence Award (BPEA) for quality and on time delivery.

March 14, 2012

Onboard Systems Debuts the New SPIDER Multi-Hook Carousel at the 2012 Heli-Expo Show in Dallas, Texas

Onboard System unveiled the production version of its new SPIDER™ multi-hook carousel for external load operations at the Heli-Expo Show in Dallas, Texas.

February 11, 2012

Onboard Systems Receives FAA Approval for Cargo Hook Suspension System for the AgustaWestland A109/119 Aircraft

Onboard Systems announced that its new cargo hook suspension system for the AgustaWestland A109/119 helicopter model has been certified by the FAA and is available for purchase.

October 19, 2011

Onboard Systems Suspension System Approved by Eurocopter for Factory Installation on EC145 Aircraft Program

Onboard Systems announced that its TALON LC cargo hook suspension system has been approved under Eurocopter's type certificate for the EC145 aircraft.

October 12, 2011

Onboard Systems Receives FAA Approval for Updated MD500/600 Attach Point

Onboard Systems announced that its updated attach point kit for the MD500 & 600 aircraft has been certified by the FAA and is available for purchase. Onboard has also submitted the attach point kit to Transport Canada and EASA for certification in Canada and Europe, respectively.

September 14, 2011

Onboard Systems' Repair Station is Approved by EASA

Onboard Systems announced that its Part 145 Repair Station has recently been certified by EASA to issue FAA Form 8130-3 Dual Release Certificates for service, repair and overhaul work.

September 07, 2011

Onboard Systems Unveils New Cargo Hook Suspension System for the AgustaWestland A109/119 Aircraft

Onboard Systems introduced its new cargo hook suspension system for the AgustaWestland A109/119 helicopter models today at the Heli-Expo Convention in Orlando, Florida.

March 06, 2011

Onboard Systems Rolls Out New Line of Electric Swivels

Onboard Systems announced the release of its new line of Electric Swivels for external load work operations with long lines and remote hooks.

January 11, 2011

Onboard Systems Rolls Out New & Improved TALON™ Keeperless Cargo Hook

Onboard Systems announced that it has updated their flagship product, the TALON™ LC Keeperless Cargo Hook, by incorporating additional safety-oriented and user-friendly innovations.

August 24, 2010

Onboard Systems Introduces New Crew-Loc™ Cargo Hooks

Onboard Systems announced its new line of Crew-Loc™ remote cargo hooks.

August 17, 2010

Onboard Systems Offers Full-Cage Option for the 3K Remote Cargo Hook

Onboard Systems announced that it is now offering a full-cage option for its popular 3,000 LB Remote Cargo Hook.

August 17, 2010

Onboard Systems Unveils New 2K Remote Cargo Hook Kit at 2010 HAI Convention

Onboard Systems announced that its new 2,000 LB TALON Remote Cargo Hook will be on display at the 2010 HAI HeliExpo convention in Houston, Texas (February 21-23).

February 19, 2010

Onboard Systems Receives FAA Certification for Eurocopter AS355 Replacement Cargo Hook Kit

Onboard Systems announced that its new replacement cargo hook kit for the Eurocopter AS355 aircraft has been certified by the FAA and is currently in production.

January 11, 2010

Onboard Systems Receives FAA Certification for Eurocopter EC120 Replacement Cargo Hook Kit

Onboard Systems announced that its new replacement cargo hook kit for the Eurocopter EC120 aircraft has been certified by the FAA and is currently in production.

January 04, 2010

Onboard Systems Receives Certifications for Robinson R44 Raven II Pin Load Cell

Onboard Systems announced that its latest pin load cell has been STC certified by the FAA and Transport Canada.

August 25, 2009

Onboard Systems Expands Helicopter Cargo Net Program

Onboard Systems announced that it has dramatically expanded its standard cargo net equipment offerings to include more size and weight categories.

July 24, 2009

Onboard Systems EC130 Swing & Sling Cargo Hook Kits Receive EASA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that both its Sling and Swing cargo hook suspension systems for the Eurocopter EC130 aircraft have now been certified by EASA

April 08, 2009

Onboard Systems Receives 2008 Gold Boeing Performance Excellence Award

Onboard Systems announced that it has received a 2008 Boeing Performance Excellence Award (BPEA) for quality and on time delivery.

March 17, 2009

Bell 407 Fixed Beam Suspension System from Onboard Systems Receives FAA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its new fixed beam suspension system for the Bell 407 has been STC certified by the FAA.

February 21, 2009

Onboard Systems to Design & Develop Cargo Hook for the Bell 429 Program

Onboard Systems announced that it has been awarded a contract to design and develop a new 1,361 KG (3,000 LB) external cargo hook system for the Bell 429 helicopter.

November 12, 2008

New Onboard Systems MD600N Cargo Hook Kit Receives FAA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its new cargo hook kit for the MD600N aircraft has been STC certified by the FAA and will begin production shortly.

October 30, 2008

Onboard System's TALON Hydraulic Hook Approved for AS350 Sling Kit

nboard Systems announced that its revolutionary TALON LC Hydraulic Cargo Hook has been STC certified by the FAA as part of a new sling suspension system for the Eurocopter AS350 aircraft.

October 23, 2008

Enstrom Selects Onboard Systems Cargo Hook for the 280FX & F-28F Aircraft

Onboard Systems announced that Enstrom Helicopters has selected the TALON™ LC Keeperless Cargo Hook for factory installation on their 280FX and F-28F piston-powered helicopters.

July 28, 2008

Onboard Systems Awarded AW101 Cargo Hook Program

Onboard Systems announced that it has been awarded a contract to design and develop a new 3,000 KG (6,600 LB) external cargo hook system for the AW101 helicopter from AgustaWestland, a subsidiary of Finmeccanica (ISE:FNC).

July 08, 2008

Onboard Systems Awarded CH-53K Cargo Hook Program

Onboard Systems announced that it has been awarded a subcontract to design, develop, qualify and manufacture the external cargo hook system for the CH-53K helicopter program from Sikorsky Aircraft Corp.

March 04, 2008

Transport Canada Certifies Onboard System's EC120 Cargo Hook Kit

Onboard Systems announced that its new cargo hook kit for the Eurocopter EC120 aircraft has been certified by Transport Canada.

March 03, 2008

Onboard System's EC130 Swing Suspension System Receives FAA Certification

Onboard System announced that its new cargo hook suspension system for the Eurocopter EC130 aircraft has been certified by the FAA

February 02, 2008

Onboard System's EC120 Cargo Hook Kit Receives EASA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its new cargo hook kit for the Eurocopter EC120 aircraft has been certified by the EASA.

February 01, 2008

Enstrom Selects Onboard Systems Cargo Hook for the 480B Aircraft

Onboard Systems announced that Enstrom Helicopters has selected the TALON™ LC Keeperless Cargo Hook for factory installation on their 480B aircraft.

January 02, 2008

Onboard Systems EC120 Cargo Hook Kit Receives FAA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its new cargo hook kit for the Eurocopter EC120 aircraft has been certified by the FAA and is currently in production.

December 06, 2007

Canadian Coast Guard Selects Onboard Systems Cargo Hooks for B0105 Fleet

Onboard Systems announced that Transport Canada has awarded them a contract to provide replacement hook kits for the Canadian Coast Guard’s entire Eurocopter BO105 fleet.

October 12, 2007

Onboard Systems Launches Automated Notification Service

Onboard Systems announced that it has established a new automated notification service for documentation updates.

September 26, 2007

Onboard Systems MD500 Hydraulic Hook Kit Receives FAA Certification

Onboard Systems announced that its new hydraulic cargo hook kit for the MD500 aircraft has been certified by the FAA and will begin production shortly.

September 06, 2007

ONBOARD'S BO105 HYDRAULIC HOOK FAA CERTIFIED

Onboard Systems announced that its new hydraulic cargo hook kit for the Eurocopter BO105 aircraft has been certified by the FAA and is now in production

July 25, 2007

ONBOARD BECOMES DISTRIBUTOR FOR BARRY® LONGLINES

Onboard Systems announced that it signed an agreement to become an authorized distributor of helicopter longline and cargo net equipment from Barry Cordage, Ltd.

May 29, 2007

ONBOARD'S AS350 SWING SYSTEM CERTIFIED FOR BRAZIL

Onboard Systems announced that its Swing Suspension System for the Eurocopter AS350 has been certified for use in Brazil by the Agencia Nacional de Aviacao Civil (ANAC).

May 22, 2007

TALON CARGO HOOK CERTIFIED FOR EUROCOPTER EC 145

Onboard Systems announced that its TALON™ LC Keeperless Cargo Hook has received STC certification from the FAA for use on the EC 145 helicopter.

March 02, 2007

FAST ROPE CARGO HOOK SELECTED FOR NH90 PROGRAM

Onboard Systems announced that it has been selected as the sole supplier of fast rope cargo hooks for the NH90 Helicopter Program.

December 15, 2006

NEW SAFETY GUARD PREVENTS ACCIDENTAL FUEL RELEASE

Onboard Systems announce the availability of its new FAA STC approved Eurocopter AS350 Fuel Drain Guard Kit.

August 15, 2005

NEW CARGO HOOK RAISES INDUSTRY STANDARD

Onboard Systems announce receipt of FAA approval of the Onboard Systems TALON™ LC Hydraulic Cargo Hook.

February 01, 2005

NEW AS355 CARGO HOOK SWING ADDS VERSATILITY

Onboard Systems announced receipt of FAA STC certification for a complete cargo hook swing kit designed for the Eurocopter AS355 aircraft.

May 28, 2004

Eurocopter France Chooses Onboard Systems Cargo Hooks

Onboard Systems was awarded a contract from Eurocopter France to provide an initial batch of its TALON LC Keeperless Hooks for factory-installation on new AS350 B2 and B3 Aircraft.

March 12, 2004

TALON Cargo Hook Kit STC Certified for Robinson R44 Raven II Aircraft

Onboard Systems announced receipt of both FAA STC and Transport Canada certification for its TALON Cargo Hook kit for the Raven II.