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Overhaul Options for Your TALON Cargo Hooks

Overhaul Options for Your TALON Cargo Hooks

Even though Onboard's TALON cargo hooks give some of the longest TBOs in the industry, at some point, you will need to overhaul that hook. Here's an overview of your options. Read more …
June 27, 2022
Repair Station Improvements

Repair Station Improvements

We've been taking steps to improve our repair station services to help our customers get their equipment back in the field as quickly as possible. Read more …
June 08, 2018
Streamline the Overhaul Process for your Onboard Hook

Streamline the Overhaul Process for your Onboard Hook

Here are some tips that you can use to make sure your cargo hook equipment sails through the overhaul process as quickly as possible when you send it in for factory service. Read more …
June 15, 2015
Another Tip to Expedite the Overhaul Process

Another Tip to Expedite the Overhaul Process

When you need to send in your equipment for an overhaul—whether due to TBO (time between overhauls) or hours in use—time is of the essence. Here's another tip to help expedite the overhaul process. Read more …
September 16, 2013
Improved Maintenance Information

Improved Maintenance Information

Onboard Systems cargo hooks have some of the longest TBOs in the industry. For optimal safety and performance, regular maintenance and adherence to the overhaul schedule are essential. Let's review your options. Read more …
December 15, 2012
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Exclusive Chrome themes featuring external load mission photos for your browser.

Convenient Email Invoices

How to get an invoice before your order arrives to help with customs paperwork and internal receiving processes.

Documentation Updates

Get the 411 about all the documentation updates and service bulletins that have taken place since the last issue.

External Load Mission Wallpapers

Exclusive desktop wallpapers featuring external load mission photos for your desktop.

Get the 411 on Surefire Products

Here is a complete reference list of aircraft and cargo hook kits currently featuring Surefire.

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How to Upgrade Your Equipment

We strive to make it simple and cost-effective for our customers to upgrade their equipment.

Increased Rated Load for TALON 3K Remote Hooks

We've increased the rated load for the TALON 3K Remote Cargo Hook series from 3,000 lb. to 3,300 lb. / 1,500 kg.

Load Cell TBOs

Load cells are not field serviceable and must be returned to the factory for overhaul.

Return for Service Shipping Tips

International "Return for Service" shipments can be tricky. Here are some tips.

Send Us Your Photos & Videos

If you've got some great helicopter photos or videos of helicopters at work, we'd love to hear from you!

Service Life Update for Barry Longlines

Barry has modified the service life calculation for their synthetic helicopter longlines.

Tracking Water Drops

How to use the C-39 cockpit indicator to track water drops for contracts.

Tradeshow Schedule

Plan to meet us at these upcoming tradeshow events around the world.

Wanted: Reviews & Testimonials

We would love to hear about how our products or services have helped you.

Why Onboard

We maintain a large inventory of products, spare parts, and complete systems on site, allowing fast shipment of most items. While other manufacturers may put you on a waiting list for months, Onboard is able to turn around orders quickly — oftentimes the same day your payment is received. View our shipping policy here