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Gyro pre-rotator question by [email protected]
old subject, but has anyone thought of a portable bottle of compressed air to drive an airmotor prerotator?
May 11th 14 04:50 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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World Helicopter Aerobatic contest by Stuart & Kathryn Fields
Dennis Kenyon, the gentleman that had the accident in the Schweitzer 300 at the Utah helicopter meet, has placed 4th in the World Helicopter Aerobatic contest flying an Enstrom F28. With the reduced power available in the F28, Dennis had to eliminate the maneuvers requiring abundant power and...
August 24th 08 08:57 PM
by Stuart & Kathryn Fields Go to last post
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A stroll down memory lane - I started this group, rec.aviation.rotorcraftnearly 25 years ago by Paul Papasavas
I just happen to stumble upon this group. I started this back in the mid 90s. We had to do a call for votes and have people out there vote to allow this group to come into existence. Hard to believe it's still in existence with lots of people using it. Glad to see it still around. Happy flying...
October 22nd 18 05:57 AM
by Paul Papasavas Go to last post
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Rick Stitt, Joe Rinke, Rinke Aerospace, BJ Schram, Mini 500, Turbine, Helicopter, Kit by TurbineMini Richard
1/14/2004 Just Listed, This is amazing I am selling my turbine dream package before the wife uses it to attract a new boyfriend(you can't have the #). It includes 1) Turbine Powered Helicopter ready to track and balance. 2) The Turbine is the T62-2a1-32 160hp (installed and tested) 3) Automatic...
January 24th 04 02:15 AM
by TurbineMini Richard Go to last post
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Golden West Airshow by Stu Fields
The Golden West Airshow (June 12-14) is scheduled to see several homebuilt helicopters. Expected are Mosquito, Rotorway, Safari, Helicycle and possibly an Ultrasport. Good x-section. The Experimental Helo Magazine will have a booth... stu
June 21st 11 07:15 AM
by makemoneyn Go to last post
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Lynn Tilton CIA Operative? by [email protected]
As a former employee of the U.S. Army Aviation System Command at NASA Lewis who was played into the position by CIA plants then thrown out of society resulting in my cleaning the Orange County Convention Center after the HAI( Helicopter Association International or HELI-Con or in my case HELL-Con)...
March 6th 07 08:43 PM
by The OTHER Kevin in San Diego Go to last post
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Human Interface Rotor Control (HIR) HMI /HAM by davh12
Had some feed back on this design. Bell is currently looking it over. No promises. www.envisionhelicopters.com US Patent App. # 12,462,595 Human Interface Rotor System Helicopter (HIR) The HIR airframe uses "human interface" in conjunction with an offset axis gimbal joint to "morph" the airframe...
October 27th 12 03:00 PM
by davh12 Go to last post
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In Flight Malfunctions and Emergencies by Rocky
Seems this area hasn't been touched in awhile and the group is getting stale. Well, let me stir the pot and see who is still aboard. My very first feeling of emergency I think, occured when my instructor said, "YOU HAVE IT", but he was also quick to relieve me of the anxiety and settled the...
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January 20th 04 06:12 AM
by Bob Go to last post
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Info on Tilt- Rototrs Needed by [email protected]
Hey guys, I am thinking on giving a seminar on Tilt-Rotor Aircrafts as a part of my Mechanical Engineering Final Year Syllabus. However all the info i found on the net (read Google) deals with the BA-609 and the Osprey specifically and not with the concept of Tilt Rotors. Can anyone help me out?...
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October 31st 05 02:28 AM
by CTR Go to last post
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Ka-50 Werewolf by tonini
The Kamov Ka 50 Werewolf is a single-seat Russian combat helicopter with the coaxial rotor system of the Kamov OKB. It was designed in the 1980s and adopted for service in the Russian army in 1995. From the time the Ka-50 was ordered in 1987 it was known that the limited night-time capability of...
November 14th 12 09:39 PM
by John J Go to last post
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First 2 1/2 hours PPL(H) today! by Simon Robbins
Today I started an intensive PPL(H) course. (I'm going to fly three times a week, two hours a day.) I did an hours trial lesson last year in an R22 which I enjoyed immensely and cemented my determination to learn to fly these bizarre contraptions. Finally, nearly a year later I've got the...
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September 25th 05 12:54 AM
by Beav Go to last post
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Accident/MD 500 Blades by [email protected]
On Saturday, November 11, 2000 12:00:00 AM UTC-8, Ed Chernenkoff wrote: Thanx for the info.. My condolences to Mr. Carters family.. Was offered a job at Prism in 96 but didn't want to sling shakes for a living.. Much nicer jobs out there.. Fly safe Ed
March 6th 14 08:26 PM
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Too close? Too small? by [email protected]
Was flying a UH13ET recently and hit the tip of a blade on a tree. It tore the end cap and the blades had to come off for inspection/repair. Hmmm...a little too close. Landing on an elevated pad about 10' off the ground and the skids hang off front and back. Sometimes its a little dicey taking off...
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June 19th 05 05:07 PM
by SHIVER ME TIMBERS Go to last post
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2 helicopters abandoned by Bill Chernoff
From the Okanagan Saturday PENTICTON -- Two helicopters abandoned on the Penticton Indian reserve Thursday, less than a quarter of a mile apart, have triggered an investigation by the RCMP, Canada Customs and Transport Canada. "Yesterday, I believe in the afternoon, there was two of our band...
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December 14th 04 03:44 AM
by Micbloo Go to last post
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1 Attachment(s) Autorotation ? R22 for the Experts by Eric D
Here is a good question for the more experienced helicopter pilot or mechanic. A friend of mine that flies a late model Robison R22 Beta II asked this question of a number of individuals and no one seem to have an explanation. This included people at the manufacturer. I believe I know the...
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March 5th 04 07:11 AM
by Jerry H. Go to last post
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S76 Landing Gear Components by [email protected]
Dear Joe, We are in the market to Purchase/Exchange NLG Actuator P/N: 2070A200, Please advise price and availability. Kind regards, Clinton Nefdt Titan Helicopter Group - Procurement T:+2721 936 4400 M:+2783 297 8031
April 21st 14 10:33 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Mini 500 Turbine Conversion A BIG SUCCESS. by [email protected]
On Thursday, June 19, 2003 11:56:09 PM UTC-4, Dennis Chitwood wrote: Today was a very good day :) We have solved the solution to making the T62-2A1, which is a constant speed turbine, able to have pilot controlable rpm. This allows us to start the turbine at 66% rpm, then engage...
September 10th 13 11:50 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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R-22 vs Mosquito by Stuart & Kathryn Fields
I've heard for sometime that the R-22 is harder to fly than the little ultralite Mosquito. This past week end I took a 1/2 hr ride in an R-22. In my opinion the cyclic in the R-22 with its lack of feel or any kind of force feedback is at least an order of magnitude more difficult to adjust to...
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May 12th 08 04:25 PM
by Stuart & Kathryn Fields Go to last post
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Brantly B2 by Hennie
Please help me with some info on the Brantly B2 Will it be able to be flown safely in South Africa. I live at 4700 ft above sea level with summer temps up to 100F I am worried about density altitude. Thanks
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May 20th 04 08:31 PM
by Stu & Kathy Fields Go to last post
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Flying while deaf by bryan chaisone
How does one communicate with ATC when one is deaf? Bryan "The Monk" Chaisone http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=2490607090&category=31853
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September 28th 04 02:47 AM
by G.R. Patterson III Go to last post
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