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Forum: Rotorheads

12th May 2013, 08:16

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Composite Helicopters KC518 Adventourer

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Posted By cattletruck

Thanks RVDT, so it's fair to say that there is...

Thanks RVDT, so it's fair to say that there is already a proven and simple solution for protecting composite structures from lightning strikes. Perhaps it's application is not widely known by...

Forum: Rotorheads

12th May 2013, 07:37

Replies: 72

Composite Helicopters KC518 Adventourer

Views: 24,170

Posted By cattletruck

just thinking out aloud regarding composite...

just thinking out aloud regarding composite structures and lightning strikes, couldn't a metal film mesh decal or simply lines of conductive metallic paint be applied to the outside of the composite...

Forum: Rotorheads

8th May 2013, 00:41

Replies: 72

Composite Helicopters KC518 Adventourer

Views: 24,170

Posted By cattletruck

Gear box, engine and even the rotors did not...

Gear box, engine and even the rotors did not separate from the aircraft, I guess you cannot call it flimsy.

Even though the accident was a bit of bad luck, I'm sure they now have extra data to...

Forum: Rotorheads

29th Apr 2013, 10:45

Replies: 72

Composite Helicopters KC518 Adventourer

Views: 24,170

Posted By cattletruck

Always good to see a new type and new ideas being...

Always good to see a new type and new ideas being developed. I hope they get the funding to take them through the expensive regulatory certification process. Not sure what the situation in NZ is but...

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