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Old 5th Oct 2007, 17:14
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ShyTorque

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Yes, but it over-hypes the advantages of the tilt rotor over the helicopter. Most of the the so-called advantages also apply to helicopters.

Helicopters can also be flown at altitudes where small arms fire is a tiny threat. The SA threat becomes almost negligable at surprisingly low altitudes.

Helicopters can also be given full anti-ice / de-icing protection. The Norwegian Super Pumas flying the North sea have been so equipped for over twenty years.

The tilt rotor will NEVER truly replace the helicopter, except in some specialised (or heavily politically sensitive) roles. It is a specialised aircraft, trading lifting power and low speed handling ability for the "Holy Grail" of a higher cruise speed.
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