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Quick Shipment for Remote Hooks & Long Lines
Now you can buy your remote hooks and long lines at the same time! We're stocking standard longline sizes so these products can be drop-shipped to your hangar or work site along with your remote hook order. Read more …June 29, 2023
Full-Cage Remote Hooks: More Options for External Load Operations
Onboard has added full-cage versions of our popular 3,000 LB and 6,000 LB TALON Remote Hooks. The cage extends below the load beam and offers greater protection for missions in rugged terrain, while still providing a large access area in the front for loading. Read more …April 15, 2011
Full-Cage Option for 3K Remote Cargo Hook
By popular request, Onboard is pleased to offer a full-cage option for our 3,000 LB Remote Cargo Hook. Read more …August 15, 2010
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Chrome Themes for Your Browser
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.
