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Old 18th Jul 2014, 10:52
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Arrrj
 
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I/C,

Yep, the publication (s) says that they are the same (ish). The reality (well, for the mock up 505 anyway) is that there is a massive difference. In fact, we questioned the Bell rep...and he said "that's how it is". It was 1/4 the size.

The 505 is around $1.5 million with stuff that will let you fly...i.e. the "other" bits not included for "$1 million".

One does wonder what's true ? I suppose we will find out soon.

As I said, how will the 505 fly so well with the same motor as the 120 ? Which is almost useless.

PS - the 66 cruises at 130 knots. 65% torque.

All the best,
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