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Old 28th Jan 2002, 22:59
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Steve76
 
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Unhappy Cold WX operations for S76A

A general inquiry to accertain the reasoning for the -34.4 degree C limit on the 76. Currently it is -32 outside and we are expection lower with a -55 degree wind chill at one of our potential destinations. . .How was this limit created and what are the ramifications of flight in temps below it? I understand it to be a limitation for the Gearbox. Is it a starting limitation or a general op's limit and is the wind chill factor considered in this equation?. .Brrrrr!
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