Originally Posted by
Outwest
What is the general thought on float arming? The RFM says "over water" Is that what most of you are doing? What about a speed restriction? Did AW test an inflation at 140kts?
Personally I'm pretty nervous about having the floats armed at 140+, I think an inflation at that speed would not be a ride I would like to be on.........
If you ask nicely , Agusta will send you a document stating that they have no technical objection if you want to use a speed restriction, so you can arm it or not.
Opinions are as varied as personalities, I prefer to use an altitude restriction than speed, I'm happy flying with the floats armed or not at 5000' but I won't fly at 1000' without floats armed regardless of speed.
Personally I arm them even at take off, when I'll be over water in a few minutes.
I'm with Flying Bull.
Anyway I would like to know more about the floats tests flights...
Regards
Aser