Installation Instructions

TAA-101/TAA-101S Antenna Actuator Manual | Doc. No. 605169301 Rev. M
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1 INTRODUCTION
The TAA-101 Antenna Actuator Assembly deploys an omni-directional antenna below the aircraft allowing
unrestricted views between the omni and ground sites. Both the TAA-101 and the TAA-101S are
designed to avoid line-of-sight obstacles created by aircraft features that might interfere with
transmission. This greatly enhances continuous communication between the helicopter and its associated
transmit and/or receive site. The TAA-101S Antenna Actuator is sealed for harsh environments.
This dependable low cost antenna actuator may be skid- or cross-tube-strut mounted. A breakaway
release mechanism assures safety if the antenna is still deployed when the helicopter lands.
Features:
• Low cost
• Lightweight
• 360° azimuth coverage
• Quick installation
• In-flight deployment
• Stows for landing
• TAA-101S for harsh environments
• Deployed/stowed indicators
This document provides instructions for the installation, operation and maintenance of both the TAA-101
and the TAA-101S Antenna Actuator Assemblies.
NOTE: A safety placard is referenced in the relevant STC. The placard’s BMS part number is
200169303.
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