Helitowcart (Booth 2009) is introducing optional remote controls for its helicopter towing products. The first units available with the new joystick controls are the Heavy Duty V1000 hydraulic carrier and the Light Duty V900 electrical carrier. Also being unveiled at the Heli-Expo show are remote control units for the V1601 and V1062 models, which are designed for heavy-wheeled, larger helicopters.
According to the Canadian company, the systems allow for precise control of the hydraulic steering systems, which can maintain a 200-degree tight-turn capability over rugged surfaces. The remote controls are expected to work well for operations in tight spaces, such as oil platform decks and crowded hangars.
Helitowcart plans to extend the application of the new radio control system to the rest of its V1000 series carriers for skidded helicopters. The company also announced plans to introduce a new V920 model (a remote controlled version of the V910 Light Duty Heli-Carrier) in June 2016.
