BHR provides on-site helicopter inspection, repair & replacement of structural components across the U.S. - will travel

206B . 206L . 407

Request Service

  • Broom closet repairs (stiffener splice DER approval)

  • Honeycomb repairs

  • Tail boom repairs

  • Stabilizer repairs

  • Stabilizer support replacements

  • Stabilizer leading & trailing edge repairs & replacements

  • Longeron replacements (206B, 206L & 407)

  • Tail boom ring bulk head “fuselage” side & tail boom side replacements

  • Tail boom fittings

  • Tail boom intercostal replacements 

  • Fuselage door stiffener repairs 

  • Corrosion removal & repairs

  • Composite repairs

  • Roof repair 206L at Notal Beam crack repairs

  • Provide high-quality powder coating services

  • Vertical stab repairs or replacement of leading & trailing edge 

Carl Edmondson BHR Owner Signature Logo

Years of experience: 40 years structural, 20 years structural on Bell Helicopters

US Army veteran who supported mission readiness during Desert Storm/Desert Shield. 40+ years as an aircraft structural mechanic specializing in sheet-metal fabrication, blueprint interpretation, structural assembly, and compliant repairs—focused on getting aircraft safely back in service. Holds an Airframe license.

Notable Awards: Commander’s Award for Public Service, Official Battle Streamer, and Outstanding Service to the 34th Fighter Wing.

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Our Services

  • 206L Model Belly Corrosion Repair

    Provided inspection and repair services for the Bell 206L helicopter belly and/or lower fuselage corrosion. Evaluates corrosion-affected area, determines the extent of damage, and performs repairs in accordance with applicable approved maintenance data and airworthiness requirements

  • Corrosion Assessment & Belly Repairs

    Corrosion Assessment & Belly Repairs

    Remove and replace damaged belly skin; fabricate filler; repair/install doubler; locate and install fasteners per approved data.

  • 407 Broom Closet and Web Repair

    407 Broom Closet and Web Repair

    Carefully remove existing damaged stiffener T-bracket. Fabricate or supply replacement stiffener as required. Locate, align, and install new stiffener in accordance with project specifications.

  • L/H 407 Door Opener Strut Brkt

    L/H 407 Door Opener Strut Brkt

    Remove the damaged opener bracket and replace it with a new, improved bracket for enhanced performance and durability.

  • L/H aft stiffener splice repair

    L/H & R/H Aft Broom Closet Stiffener Splice Repair

    Removal and replacement of affected stiffener and web sections. Repairs performed per Bell SRM and DER-approved engineering, reducing downtime by up to two days.

  • Longeron crack replacement

    Crack Longeron Replacement - 206B, 206L, & 407

    Removed cracked longeron and replace with new longeron in accordance SRM procedures.

  • Fire wall repair

    Fire Wall Repair

    Stop-drilled identified crack and installed titanium doubler in accordance with the applicable Bell (SRM) instructions. Repair completed using approved materials and methods.

  • Mold for fabricating repair for cabin door

    Mold for Fabricating Repair for Cabin Door

    Cracks Indentified in the cabin door common area will be repaired in accordance with DER-approved engineering drawings. The repair procedure includes.

    • Stop-drilling the crack to prevent further damage

    • Fabricating a doubler from O condition material

    • Forming (press/molded) the doubler to the required contour

    • Performing heat treatment as specified

    • Installing the doubler using existing and/or newly located fastener positions per approved data

    All work will be accomplished in accordance with approved engineering documentation and applicable SRM.

  • Tail Boom Fitting Replacement

    This service includes removal of the affected fitting, inspection of the surrounding structure and attachment points, as well as the removal and replacement of smoking rivets in accordance with the applicable Bell Helicopter SRM and approved maintenance procedures.

  • Cracked Tail Boom Fitting - Before Replacement

    Close-up view of the cracked tail boom fitting prior to removal and replacement.

  • Fitting Replacement

    Goal is to restore the structural integrity and proper alignment of the tail boom assembly while ensureing the work is completed to the required quality and safety standards.

  • Finished Tail Boom Replacement

    Successfully completed the tail boom replacement, restoring the aircraft to a safe and serviceable condition. Replacement performed with careful attention to manufacturer specifications, quality standards, and proper inspection procedures.

  • Smoking Rivets

    Safely remove damage or smoking rivets and replace them with properly fitting, approved fasteners to restore structural integrity and relibility.