Ditching
I have just been looking at another post with a picture of one of Bristows Pumas in the sea, and it got me thinking.
Realistically, how long can you expect a float equipped aircraft the stay afloat for? Whether it be an R22 Mariner or a Super Puma.
Also, are the floats designed to save the aircraft ie:- Stop it sinking all together, or is it just to give crew and pax an extended amount of time to get out?
Would be interested to hear what you guys have to say, and also to know whether there is any data regarding this issued by the manufacturer.
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[ 08 November 2001: Message edited by: HeliEng ]