NOTE:  Aircraft was in for general repairs when damaged.   We learned the front and floor were repaired, they require inspection.   This update explains why you see the repairs to the front and floor board replacement, consistent with damage zone.   The interior, doors, avionics, blades etc.. are with the aircraft and need to be reinstalled/inspections.  

DATE OF INCIDENT: 9/12/2023

DESCRIPTION OF INCIDENT:

Windstorm caused the hangar doors to be blown in and the roof to be torn off which damaged the helicopter

while it was in for repairs.

DATE OF LAST INSPECTION: On going

AIRCRAFT:    2003 Eurocopter AS 350 B3    N587AE   S/N: 3730     TT:  6,075

ENGINE:  Turbomeca   MODEL:  Arriel 2B   S/N:  22089  TT:  8,278    TSMOH: UNK

AVIONICS / EQUIPMENT:  See Photos

Has your typical Eurocopter AS 350 B3 avionics

VEMD

DESCRIPTION OF DAMAGE:  See Photos

Helicopter was being repaired however due to potential litigations a claim was filed with the insurance company.

Wind and rain were an unknown and influencing factor.

Damage to canopy and windscreen exposed the back of the instrument panel, where much of the wiring and

avionics are located.

REMARKS:

Logbooks - We digitize ALL logbooks available, if it's not digitized then it's not available unless otherwise noted.

The helicopter was not operating at the time of the loss, and is equipped with numerous serviceable components, 

including main rotor blades.

Total times are based on the Status Report.  Please be sure and review for your determination.

Helicopter is stored inside and disassembled - see photos

LOCATION OF SALVAGE:   Griffin, GA

SALVAGE MAY BE INSPECTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL:   Salvage@UnderwritersSalvageCompany.com

Bidding Instructions:

Buyer Transaction Fee:  No Buyer Fee on this aircraft

This is a “Sealed Bid” Auction

1. Click on Submit Sealed Bid, complete and Send

                 -or-

2. Print or complete the PDF in “Additional Documents” (under pictures) named “Salvage Bid Request N*****” and email to Bid@UnderwritersSalvageCompany.com

Details of Sales

  NOTICES & RESTRICTIONS

By submitting a bid, buyer understands that aircraft details are provided as best to our ability often through logbooks.  Buyer acknowledges that they have had the opportunity to inspect and evaluate the aircraft salvage before submitting bid.

It is the bidder’s responsibility to verify the current condition of the salvage prior to bidding.   In most cases the aircraft has been disassembled to facilitate movement into a storage facility.

Underwriters Salvage Company cannot guarantee that all logs or records for any item are 100% complete or accurate.

All items are sold “AS IS – WHERE IS” with no exceptions and with no refunds.  Underwriters Salvage Company makes no expressed or implied warranties as to condition, fitness for purpose, value, airworthiness, operation, or performance of any kind whatsoever with respect to the sale of any item.  Underwriters Salvage Company will not be responsible for the storage, safety or security of any item once released to the buyer. 

After the lot closes, the Seller will decide either to accept or reject the high offer.   A Seller award decision is expected within ~10 business days of the close date and you will be notified with instructions.

Condition of Salvage – By purchasing this salvage this sale is on an as-is, where-is, all faults basis.  There are no warranties, express or implied, of any nature.  The seller and Underwriters Salvage Company, Inc. completely disclaim and successful bidder waives any liability in tort or warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.  The successful bidder bears all risks regarding the condition, usability, workability and operability of all of the salvage.  The successful bidder agrees that it will comply with all state and federal regulations regarding transporting, handling, sale, disposal or any use whatsoever of the salvage and will indemnify the seller and its insurers from any claims, damages, expenses, legal fees or fines sought by any third party in connection with the transporting, sale, disposal or use of the salvage once it is purchased.  The successful bidder releases Underwriters Salvage Company, Inc., the broker, the seller, the consignor, as well as the storage facility, the airport, the landlord, or tenant, where the salvage may be stored, from any and all claims, or lawsuits by the undersigned relating in any manner to the referenced salvage.  The successful bidder disclaims, waives and agrees to save and hold harmless, and to defend those on whose behalf this release is issued from any and all actions, claims, or lawsuits that may arise as a result of the salvage by the successful bidder.  This release, disclaimer, waiver and agreement to save, hold harmless and defend, is also intended to bind the purchaser's successors, spouse, children, heirs, business associates and the undersigned's insurance carriers.

   PAYMENT DETAILS

• Within 7 days after bid award, the buyer must submit full payment, including applicable taxes and fees
• Payment can be made by wire transfer (recommended).  
• All bids are binding and cannot be retracted. 
• Buyer is responsible to contact and make arrangements with the storage facility for pickup within 10 days business days of the Buyer Award.

     TRANSACTION FEE

Buyer Transaction Fee:  No Fee for this Aircraft

  PICKUP TERMS

Failure to follow these terms may result in the seller turning away the attempt of your driver to pick up the purchased item(s).
Hours: Buyer must contact location at least 24 hours prior to arrival to make load out
Buyer must contact storage facility to make arrangements for pickup and loading assistance. 
Driver MUST bring a copy of Item Release.

  QUESTIONS

Support is available 8am-5pm (Eastern Time)

Phone:  Underwriters Salvage Company @ 770-588-1456

Email:  Bid@UnderwritersSalvageCompany.com