Originally Posted by
Meikleour
A point that may interest the readers: Many years ago I had a conversation with the test pilot who was tasked with clearing the Belfast for in-flight refuelling. He told me that it failed the trials as a result of the characteristics of the Tyne engine control response - I forget the details constant speeding versus RPM changes in the scheduling (unlike the C130) Perhaps someone can confirm this because many photos of the Belfast show them fitted with probes.
Might be an idea to post this on the militaru forum.
The Tynes fitted to the CL-44 and Belfast produced 5730 SHP and drove 16 feet diamater props. What a beast!!!
The RAF pilots notes for the Belfast are available on flightmanualsonline.com.
Could make interesting reading for $9.95!