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Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Apr 2022, 18:02
Replies: 25
Views: 3,223
Posted By arismount

Effect of CG on Range in MR/TR Configured Helicopter

Gentlemen, I started this thread. With all due respect, discussion is beginning to drift to controllable elevators, tailplanes, etc.
That is not the question I have...to restate, does CG position...
Forum: Rotorheads
31st Mar 2022, 22:25
Replies: 25
Views: 3,223
Posted By arismount

CG Effect on Range/Airspeed

In main wing/tailplane configured FW aircraft, CG at rearward edge of envelope is a factor which decreasing total drag and therefore increasing range. I am interested to know if a given CG position...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Nov 2015, 06:50
Replies: 33
Views: 6,807
Posted By arismount

Are the trainees *ab initio* or do they have...

Are the trainees *ab initio* or do they have prior aviation experience? This is a big differentiator. Your post implies this is some kind of business aviation flight department currently operating...
Forum: Safety, CRM, QA & Emergency Response Planning
2nd Dec 2014, 06:32
Replies: 420
Views: 90,951
Posted By arismount

It Will Happen

I don't think it really matters much if at all what workers and professionals think about this issue, it's only a matter of time until it happens, for two main reasons. First, folks like this...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Sep 2014, 00:14
Replies: 12
Views: 6,204
Posted By arismount

Thanks

Yes, that HeliProps article is the one I was thinking of. Thanks for posting.
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Sep 2014, 16:03
Replies: 12
Views: 6,204
Posted By arismount

RFM vs. Military

You won't find a slope operating limitation in the civilian Rotorcraft Flight Manual because there is no set limit for which it is permitted to operate the aircraft. It depends on each situation of...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
10th Aug 2014, 01:35
Replies: 12
Views: 2,919
Posted By arismount

Making a good person a good pilot is much easier...

Making a good person a good pilot is much easier than making a good pilot a good person.
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Jul 2014, 01:01
Replies: 72
Views: 34,184
Posted By arismount

The Army Aviation establishment had a fairly good...

The Army Aviation establishment had a fairly good handle on requirements and procurement for same in 1972; knowledge and common sense have been dropping steadily since then, at a geometric rate.
...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Jul 2014, 00:36
Replies: 5,684
Views: 3,665,391
Posted By arismount

23 KIAS

Assuming a "perfect" ASI, at 20,000 ft. PA in a standard atmosphere, 23 KIAS would equate to a TAS of about 32 Knots. That's using a rule-of-thumb to estimate; had I an E6B on hand it would no doubt...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th May 2014, 04:35
Replies: 491
Views: 318,651
Posted By arismount

USCG HH-52A -1 TM Wanted

Would like to purchase a U.S. Coast Guard HH-52A Helicopter -1 TM (Pilot's Operating Manual). If someone has one available for sale, please PM me. Thanks.
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Apr 2014, 03:48
Replies: 8
Views: 1,682
Posted By arismount

Old Rules of Thumb

Rule of Thumb down in the lower reaches of the atmosphere is that you lose about 1 lb/sq. inch of atmosphere pressure for each thousand feet of climb, therefore if you could get 29" Manifold Pressure...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Apr 2014, 02:02
Replies: 35
Views: 8,629
Posted By arismount

Albuquerque, NM USA--Crash

Pilot injured in UNMH helicopter crash | New Mexico News - KOAT Home (http://www.koat.com/news/helicopter-crash-lands-on-unm-hospital-roof/25404754)
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Apr 2014, 13:03
Replies: 7
Views: 1,815
Posted By arismount

Paradox Explained

What's going on with global warming and Antarctica's growing sea ice? | Graham Readfearn | Environment | theguardian.com...
Forum: Canada
4th Apr 2014, 22:39
Replies: 31
Views: 11,985
Posted By arismount

Good Books

Last of the Bush Pilots Harmon Helmericks
The Flying North Jean Potter
Winging It! Jack Jefford
Fate Is the Hunter Ernest K. Gann
Song of the Sky Guy Murchie
Forum: Tech Log
23rd Feb 2014, 01:15
Replies: 18
Views: 4,707
Posted By arismount

Part 1 of the Question...

According to an old rule of thumb, 220 KIAS at 10,000 ft, ISA, should yield a TAT of about +2 deg. C.
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Feb 2014, 17:53
Replies: 26
Views: 7,294
Posted By arismount

Cut Shells

Use of Cut Shells is an old-time technique mostly unknown today. There are youtube videos that explain the concept and how to do it.

Cut Shells offer more dependability (as far as holding the...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jan 2014, 17:55
Replies: 69
Views: 35,667
Posted By arismount

Timely: *Flying* Magazine, Feb. 2014

From Peter Garrison's *Flying* Magazine article, "A Violent Sky," p. 24, relating to a small aircraft (U.S. Utility category), but applicable in principle to Transport category aircraft as well:
...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Dec 2013, 00:29
Replies: 39
Views: 7,874
Posted By arismount

If it's your show, yes fly it high for all the...

If it's your show, yes fly it high for all the advantages you mention. A west-to-east in the winter should probably get you some pretty good tailwinds and if flying in mountainous areas, extra...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Nov 2013, 12:35
Replies: 29
Views: 9,414
Posted By arismount

U.S. Copter GPS SIAP's have tight design...

U.S. Copter GPS SIAP's have tight design constraints as they are generally to hospitals or other special use facilities in urban areas where numerous obstacles are present that impact the approach...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Nov 2013, 13:56
Replies: 2,609
Views: 874,064
Posted By arismount

Speed on Final Approach

With reference to FarEastDriver's comments--

Yes by all means an increased speed on final is desirable in terms of ability to control drift, improved control response, etc. Also a higher speed on...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Sep 2013, 23:11
Replies: 12
Views: 4,193
Posted By arismount

Condolences

Condolences.

Strange, the comments on twins vs. singles. I'm at a loss to imagine how anyone thinks flying a single engine aircraft vs. a twin in that environment would make the operation safer,...
Forum: Tech Log
10th Sep 2013, 01:06
Replies: 71
Views: 15,735
Posted By arismount

Choose Wisely

There are flight instructors, and then there are "aviation educators."

If you want to learn to fly an aircraft, choose wisely.
Forum: Tech Log
9th Sep 2013, 01:55
Replies: 1,033
Views: 502,247
Posted By arismount

Something Being Overlooked

This IAP has been in use for some time and has been flown probably thousands of times by a variety of aircraft including heavy jets without mishap. So you tell me, where is the problem?
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Aug 2013, 23:04
Replies: 27
Views: 2,689
Posted By arismount

"Religion" is nothing more or less than how the...

"Religion" is nothing more or less than how the individual explains the inexplicable and rationalizes the irrational. It is the means by which the individual deals with the unknown and the...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Aug 2013, 22:48
Replies: 27
Views: 2,689
Posted By arismount

"Am I therefore become your enemy, because I tell...

"Am I therefore become your enemy, because I tell you the truth?"
--(Ironically...) Paul the Apostle

"What is Truth?"
--Pontius Pilate
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Aug 2013, 12:55
Replies: 19
Views: 4,907
Posted By arismount

By comparison, I'll bet that twin engine purchase...

By comparison, I'll bet that twin engine purchase option doesn't look prohibitively expensive any more.
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Jul 2013, 20:01
Replies: 32
Views: 6,440
Posted By arismount

A means of operating in known icing that can be...

A means of operating in known icing that can be used by light helicopters without a prohibitive weight penalty.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
16th Jul 2013, 10:52
Replies: 92
Views: 28,669
Posted By arismount

Distressing

Distressing to see the U.S.-style full-out assault on labor and labor power reaches even to the antipodes...
Forum: Rumours & News
12th Jul 2013, 13:46
Replies: 2,403
Views: 2,195,781
Posted By arismount

deSitter, read the fine print

The explanation below the animation states that the ghost airplane would have departed frame immediately if animated with the proper approach speed, and thus the image was purposely slowed down to...
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Jul 2013, 11:21
Replies: 6
Views: 1,158
Posted By arismount

In the U.S., Try This

Experimental ADDS - HEMS Tool (http://weather.aero/tools/desktopapps/hemstool)
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Jun 2013, 02:40
Replies: 128
Views: 69,115
Posted By arismount

False Economy

Can't afford NVG's at $10K U.S. per set? Well, let's see: One equipped S-76, approximately $5M U.S.; 4 (at a minimum) lawsuits at $2M U.S. apiece; loss of good will (??? $$$)...

In round terms,...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Jun 2013, 10:57
Replies: 34
Views: 6,413
Posted By arismount

Yes and No

Agree with TC that Nomex, boots, etc. are overkill in operations.

That being said, disagree with loss of fire protection due to washing. Nomex fire protection...such as it is...is inherent in the...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Mar 2013, 10:14
Replies: 17
Views: 4,384
Posted By arismount

A simple explanation. Picture an airfoil...

A simple explanation.

Picture an airfoil section with the leading edge to the left, trailing edge to the right, and inclined at a given angle from the horizontal.

Got it?

OK, now picture...
Forum: Tech Log
12th Mar 2013, 06:24
Replies: 38
Views: 14,181
Posted By arismount

"Raise the dead and let the ball fall." Works...

"Raise the dead and let the ball fall."
Works every time.
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Oct 2012, 21:57
Replies: 26
Views: 3,582
Posted By arismount

They all look good from the inside.

They all look good from the inside.
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