DLRAA bird strike 22 April 2021
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DLRAA bird strike 22 April 2021
news link from the Leicester Mercury
...a reminder of why visors down is always a good idea in transit. I'm surprised at the apparent flimsiness of the A109 screen - it would appear to allow large sharp-edged pieces of debris to occur after such an impact.
...a reminder of why visors down is always a good idea in transit. I'm surprised at the apparent flimsiness of the A109 screen - it would appear to allow large sharp-edged pieces of debris to occur after such an impact.
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There are two types of windscreen for the 109. From the photo it looks like these are the lower strength type.
I find it surprising that the higher spec aren’t standard, bearing in mind that this is a very fast helicopter.
I find it surprising that the higher spec aren’t standard, bearing in mind that this is a very fast helicopter.
ShyTorque, the windscreens fitted to this aircraft are the higher strength type.
So, a proper sh*tehawk then to do that sort of damage.
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Because the aircraft come with headsets instead and you’re expected to use that. Probably more of a tradition than anything. I’ve been in this particular line of business for twenty years and never seen anyone wearing a helmet.
TBH, having come from a military background I’d rather use a helmet and fly with a double visor but it’s not my choice.
TBH, having come from a military background I’d rather use a helmet and fly with a double visor but it’s not my choice.
