Van Horn Aviation | Composite Rotor Blades
Van Horn Aviation | Composite Rotor Blades

VHA Privacy Policy

VHA Privacy Policy

As a manufacturer of dynamic components for helicopters, Van Horn Aviation collects information from customers that allows us to track the usage of our products for warranty and sales purposes. Website visitors may also opt in to subscribe to our newsletters; we collect the information that allows our newsletter platform to email newsletters and updates based on customer demographics.

Type of information collected:

  • Customer name and contact information (such as address, phone number, email)
  • Number and type of helicopters in customer’s fleet using our products
  • Type and serial number of our products purchased or installed
  • Information provided to us by the customer or interested party through social media or website inquiry

How we use collected information:

  • To notify customers of product improvements and other pertinent information
  • To respond to requests and inquiries
  • To provide warranty and support services
  • To administer promotions or contests

Who we share information with:

  • No one, except as necessary to perform services and to complete payment transactions with customer consent
  • We do not disclose any information to third parties (such as repair stations) without the customer’s consent.
  • We do not sell customer information to mailing lists or other data mining enterprises.


Opting out:

Users can choose not to provide us their information when using our website(s) or mobile application(s). However if the information request is not identified as optional and a user chooses to not provide required information, then the user may not be able to use the features of the website or mobile application.

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By Kim VHA April 25, 2025
For 206L LongRanger operators flying P/N 20633000-101 serial numbers A007-A009 or A012-A104, we would like to remind you that these blades are subject to AD 2022-22-08, which requires recurring tap inspections every 400 flight hours or 2,400 engine starts, whichever comes first. You can learn more about the tap test requirements and procedure in our video . These blades are likely to develop a delamination in the area of the weight pocket on the lower surface of the blade. The AD further requires removing the blades from service if the delamination reaches 6 inches in length. However, extensive company testing indicates that all blades will likely achieve their full retirement life before that occurs. So long as the delamination is monitored and does not exceed the permitted length, the blades are entirely safe to fly with no adverse effects on aircraft behavior or performance. Operators are required to report their findings at every inspection interval to VHA for tracking using the form on the last page of Service Bulletin 33000-4 . Completed forms should be emailed to info@vanhornaviation.com . Providing this data helps to ensure all operators of these blades remain safe. All of the identified blades are likely to have delaminations, so if none are detected please contact us for assistance. In addition, this AD is considered an interim action and once sufficient data is gathered it may be updated to reduce the required frequency of inspection. Refer to AD 2022-22-08 and SB 33000-4 for further information.
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