Kelowna, BC (May 21st, 2026)
Alpine Aerotech has received FAA Supplemental Type Certificates (STC) for the installation of its Utility Basket on Bell Medium and 407 helicopters. These approvals expand Aerotech’s lineup of certified external cargo products and provide operators with durable, mission-ready solutions designed for utility and multi-role operations.
The Bell Medium Utility Basket is approved for installation on the Bell 205, 212, and 412 series helicopters, while the Bell 407 Utility Basket approval brings Aerotech’s proven basket design to one of the industry’s most widely used light utility platforms.
Designed to maximize usable storage while preserving cabin space, the Utility Baskets provide operators with a practical external cargo solution for carrying tools, equipment, and operational gear. Both basket systems feature lightweight aluminum construction, quick-release mounting capability, and redundant latching mechanisms to support safe and efficient field operations.
Unlike many competing designs that rely heavily on expanded metal construction, Aerotech’s baskets incorporate formed aluminum sheet in key structural areas to improve durability and resistance to fatigue cracking in demanding operational environments.
“The FAA approvals are an important milestone because they allow us to bring these proven baskets to operators in the US” explains Taylor Wilson, Manufacturing Manager at Alpine Aerotech. “Both designs are built around practical operational needs – straightforward installation, robust construction, and long-term reliability in real-world utility work.”
The Bell Medium Utility Basket has been in service since 2008 and has accumulated thousands of operational flight hours in demanding environments. The Bell 407 basket similarly builds on an existing field-proven configuration that has demonstrated strong performance and reliability over years of operation.
For more information on the Utility Basket Kit, please click here > 407 Utility Basket Kit or contact the Aerotech sales team at sales@alpineaerotech.com or call us at: 250-769-6344
