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Forum: Rotorheads
13th Jul 2023, 14:41
Replies: 1,616
Views: 443,024
Posted By Encyclo

Going deeper into the carbon fiber issue, I see...

Going deeper into the carbon fiber issue, I see no consideration being given to the heat impingement from the turbine exhaust directly onto the tailboom. The adhesives they appear to be using are low...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Jun 2023, 17:52
Replies: 16
Views: 3,643
Posted By Encyclo

Sounds like 'sudden stoppage' to me & pretty sure...

Sounds like 'sudden stoppage' to me & pretty sure Bell PSE would agree.

The longline on a B3 is probably designed to take about 3,000 Lbs, (proof load 6,000?) so slicing through that is not...
Forum: Rotorheads
30th May 2023, 14:36
Replies: 1,616
Views: 443,024
Posted By Encyclo

Very well said. From my past 45 years both...

Very well said.

From my past 45 years both in operations (flying and wrenching) and my long tenure with OEMs, leading 'entry into service' activities on a variety of airframe and engine...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Dec 2022, 12:51
Replies: 54
Views: 16,531
Posted By Encyclo

Latest details below: Papillon Grand Canyon...

Latest details below:

Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters Hard Landing (http://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/305323)

Fly Safe, always :ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Jul 2022, 17:31
Replies: 79
Views: 17,931
Posted By Encyclo

All explained here: ...

All explained here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51RQVjUVn7A

Fly Safe, Always :ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
5th May 2022, 14:20
Replies: 22
Views: 7,206
Posted By Encyclo

Bye bye, RK; hello Astronautics! Bell...

Bye bye, RK; hello Astronautics!

Bell finally got rid of RK, which had been a royal pain in the butt for too many years, with poor design & reliability.

Astronautics is now used in both the 412...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Apr 2022, 18:05
Replies: 41
Views: 10,072
Posted By Encyclo

ADS-B data from the last flight: N507TJ...

ADS-B data from the last flight:

N507TJ (https://globe.adsbexchange.com/?icao=a655a3&lat=43.062&lon=-78.152&zoom=14.1&showTrace=2022-04-26&trackLabels)

Very sad :sad:
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Apr 2022, 11:58
Replies: 1,616
Views: 443,024
Posted By Encyclo

Unfortunate I did not see them at Heli-Expo in...

Unfortunate I did not see them at Heli-Expo in Dallas, last month. That would have been a great venue to showcase all the progress they are making. They could possibly have given some tips on rapid...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Mar 2021, 12:38
Replies: 11
Views: 2,840
Posted By Encyclo

Thanks for the correction! Rev. B is out...

Thanks for the correction!

Rev. B is out today, doing away with the repetitive 25 Hr FPI, providing helicopter is flown single pilot, from the left seat. New parts being designed and should be...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Feb 2021, 12:42
Replies: 11
Views: 2,840
Posted By Encyclo

Rev A of ASB 505-21-20 out today; LPI required...

Rev A of ASB 505-21-20 out today; LPI required every 25 Hrs

Fly safe, always :ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
14th May 2020, 16:41
Replies: 390
Views: 218,186
Posted By Encyclo

Dave Ed, My comments/suggestions were for an...

Dave Ed,

My comments/suggestions were for an AHARS machine. Old day Tarsyns did not seem to get into these oscillation issues.

Good fix would be going to the EPi :D. The T-9 engine is much...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th May 2020, 13:29
Replies: 390
Views: 218,186
Posted By Encyclo

I think you guys have covered all the bases, but...

I think you guys have covered all the bases, but would still like to offer two areas to look into:

1) Governor to AFCU matching: Pratt came out with a bulletin about 15 years ago (sorry, do not...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Mar 2020, 17:05
Replies: 1,304
Views: 594,757
Posted By Encyclo

The Bell 206B T/R gearbox is simple and very...

The Bell 206B T/R gearbox is simple and very reliable. If the chip detector is clean and the oil is clear, nothing to worry about.

The Van Horn blades are known to be quieter than the Bell metal...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Jan 2020, 11:52
Replies: 18
Views: 4,402
Posted By Encyclo

One of the few remaining Twin Rangers now gone...

One of the few remaining Twin Rangers now gone :(. It did serve the SQ well for all these years.

Would not be surprised to see a 429 take it's place.

Fly Safe, Always :ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Jan 2020, 18:18
Replies: 9
Views: 2,592
Posted By Encyclo

For those wondering why January? HAI had...

For those wondering why January?

HAI had committed to a number of years in Louisville, 2020 being one of them. After comments from Heli-Expo 2016, HAI elected not to return to Louisville....
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Jan 2020, 11:36
Replies: 29
Views: 10,251
Posted By Encyclo

Not an 'oldie': ...

Not an 'oldie':

https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/231986

Fly Safe, Always :ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Oct 2019, 12:20
Replies: 13
Views: 2,759
Posted By Encyclo

Friction, Friction, Friction

As the great god of the SPZ system at Honeywell used to say:"friction, friction, friction"

You need to make sure all frictions are per the maintenance manual, not only flight controls but also...
Forum: Rotorheads
31st Jul 2019, 11:38
Replies: 10
Views: 5,596
Posted By Encyclo

Heard today that LORD PMA straps are going to 48...

Heard today that LORD PMA straps are going to 48 months, like the Bell OEM straps.

I wonder if it's related to the fact that LORD is the OEM supplier for Bell 206 TT Straps?

Fly Safe, Always...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Jul 2019, 13:45
Replies: 10
Views: 5,596
Posted By Encyclo

OEM Bell TT Straps are now 1,200Hrs/48 months ...

OEM Bell TT Straps are now 1,200Hrs/48 months
PMA straps available are all 1,200Hrs/36 months

LORD (OEM supplier) offers PMA straps direct or through distribution.

Transport Canada published...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th May 2019, 18:50
Replies: 10
Views: 7,664
Posted By Encyclo

Bell ASB212-82-28

On the Bell side, subject ASB requires check of maximum pressure of brake master cylinder. If set too high, will damage the bevel gear/MGB even if applied at the proper M/R RPM.

Fly Safe, Always...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Mar 2019, 14:33
Replies: 851
Views: 736,557
Posted By Encyclo

Good point you bring Gray H; who will maintain...

Good point you bring Gray H; who will maintain these things? I'm hearing that even a simple TT Strap change (required at 36 months/1,200 Hrs) will not be done by the local CSF, but will need to be...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Oct 2018, 17:14
Replies: 12
Views: 12,732
Posted By Encyclo

A few factors we considered in the early design...

A few factors we considered in the early design phase of the AB139 (BAAC):

1) Medical interior is no fun when tanks are under the 'body fluid' proof, sealed floor (think Bell 412).
2) CG control...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Jun 2018, 12:47
Replies: 4
Views: 1,944
Posted By Encyclo

I Beleive this is what you may be looking for. ...

I Beleive this is what you may be looking for.

Airwolf STC for Enstrom 480 (http://www.airwolfaerospace.com/awa/products/products-enstrom-480-helicopters)

Fly Safe, Always :ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Feb 2018, 17:02
Replies: 9
Views: 3,320
Posted By Encyclo

No Albatross, You have to pay to get in and...

No Albatross,

You have to pay to get in and the price is pretty steep. There are events on the outside, like the Manufacturers Tech Briefings & other sessions that are free to attend.

Fly Safe,...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jan 2018, 19:12
Replies: 232
Views: 220,437
Posted By Encyclo

Actual NTSB Bell 525 Accident Report Link,

Hi Sultan,

Here is the correct link for the report:

NTSB Bell 525 Accident Report...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Jan 2018, 11:17
Replies: 5,684
Views: 3,668,878
Posted By Encyclo

Hey VF, What size lockwire was that? 0.032"...

Hey VF,

What size lockwire was that? 0.032" or 0.040"? Mountain bike way too dangerous for me; I stick to road bikes :8

Get well soon.

Fly Safe, Always :ok:
Forum: Canada
19th Dec 2017, 13:53
Replies: 1
Views: 2,835
Posted By Encyclo

Amazing! Resting on the prop with no apparent...

Amazing! Resting on the prop with no apparent damage to the engine cowl.

Throw in a new engine & prop, and you're good to go... and maybe have a look at that pesky nose gear while you're at it.
...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Sep 2017, 23:16
Replies: 624
Views: 294,187
Posted By Encyclo

Are TT Straps really the way to go??? Not...

Are TT Straps really the way to go???

Not sure this poor guy would agree:

https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/wiki.php?id=195300

Would these have been Airwolf Straps?

Fly Safe, Always...
Forum: Rotorheads
9th May 2017, 09:56
Replies: 22
Views: 5,889
Posted By Encyclo

Must be that new UBER service they've been...

Must be that new UBER service they've been talking about :}

Fly Safe, Always :ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Apr 2017, 10:05
Replies: 10
Views: 2,951
Posted By Encyclo

OOOps!

Nice MIG-21 tail strike at 9:40 on the video :eek:

Not sure if the pilot survived the airshow debrief :E

Fly Safe, Always
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Feb 2017, 10:21
Replies: 5,684
Views: 3,668,878
Posted By Encyclo

At what altitude did the doors fall off VF :E? ...

At what altitude did the doors fall off VF :E?

Lot's of life left in these old girls :ok:

Fly Safe, Always
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Jan 2017, 12:41
Replies: 20
Views: 6,167
Posted By Encyclo

Good Morning, Bell 212 and UH-1N are two...

Good Morning,

Bell 212 and UH-1N are two very different helicopters. Contrary to stated above, Bell will not give you a 212 data plate for an N Model however clean and shiny it is. Call/Email them...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Oct 2016, 11:35
Replies: 7
Views: 3,095
Posted By Encyclo

Amazing some survived this crash. ...

Amazing some survived this crash.

https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/wiki.php?id=190287
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Sep 2016, 10:05
Replies: 7
Views: 3,649
Posted By Encyclo

Bruce was also a great demo pilot; did a lot of...

Bruce was also a great demo pilot; did a lot of international work while at Bell. Always managed to put everyone at ease and only left smiles behind.

Was always great to see him after we went our...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Mar 2016, 11:31
Replies: 49
Views: 16,840
Posted By Encyclo

Did try Uber and it showed up a few minutes after...

Did try Uber and it showed up a few minutes after the regular cab, although the wait on it was about 15 minutes. Should have called them earlier.
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