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Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Mar 2024, 17:54
Replies: 14
Views: 4,584
Posted By bvgs

R44 Raven I Priming

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Forum: Rotorheads
8th Dec 2023, 21:55
Replies: 62
Views: 11,528
Posted By bvgs

[QUOTE=pilotmike;11553632]From Robinson's own...

[QUOTE=pilotmike;11553632]From Robinson's own SN-25, Issued Dec 1986, Updated July 2012:



@bvgs:

As the yellow arc is -20 degC to +5 degC or so (from memory), it seems you were operating...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Dec 2023, 08:17
Replies: 62
Views: 11,528
Posted By bvgs

R44 Carb Ice

I totally get the carb ice thing when we are coming into land, lowering the lever and creating a Venturi causing the air to speed up and subsequently get colder thus allowing ice to form from in the...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Apr 2021, 16:11
Replies: 8
Views: 2,269
Posted By bvgs

Flying Northern Ireland

Planning on doing some flying in a fortnight in NI. Leaving from CookstownHeading up top the North coast and along by Rathlin Island and down the coast past Bangor, Mourne Mountains and back. Any...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Oct 2020, 10:56
Replies: 40
Views: 16,494
Posted By bvgs

So Sad

I was lucky enough to do my Enstrom conversion with Dennis. He was such tremendous patience and wouldn't hear of me staying in a hotel and put me up in his house. I had a week of the best flying...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Nov 2019, 16:23
Replies: 12
Views: 2,909
Posted By bvgs

R44 recording device ???

Is there something I can retrofit to an R44 helicopter that will record information regarding rotor speed, engine rpm, manifold pressure etc time of day etc. If I was going to allow a school to use...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Oct 2019, 19:58
Replies: 7
Views: 2,282
Posted By bvgs

Thank you I’ll give them a try. 👍🏻👍🏻

Thank you I’ll give them a try. 👍🏻👍🏻
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Oct 2019, 19:56
Replies: 5
Views: 1,276
Posted By bvgs

I was actually looking for companies that would...

I was actually looking for companies that would specialise and give better rates.
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Feb 2019, 07:49
Replies: 6
Views: 2,383
Posted By bvgs

Pilotmike

Pilot mike could you get back in touch please. Thanks.
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Feb 2019, 14:44
Replies: 6
Views: 2,383
Posted By bvgs

Pilotmike, sent you a PM as I've nothing in my...

Pilotmike, sent you a PM as I've nothing in my Inbox. Thanks
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Feb 2019, 08:04
Replies: 6
Views: 2,383
Posted By bvgs

Anyone able to assist?

Anyone able to assist?
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Feb 2019, 14:52
Replies: 6
Views: 2,383
Posted By bvgs

R44 Hire Scotland

Hi, just wondering if there were any R44 owners in Scotland that would like to sell off some hours on their machine. Happy to buy in blocks of 20 or 30 with cash upfront for a decent rate. Owned 3...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
16th Jul 2018, 10:52
Replies: 2
Views: 1,678
Posted By bvgs

Socata Tobago TB10

I’m jumping the fence from Rotary to fixed wing and having looked around I fancy the above. I like the look of the machine, can take some people in the back occasionally and hopefully the maintenance...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Jul 2018, 10:28
Replies: 13
Views: 4,199
Posted By bvgs

But only 100 miles from base !!!

But only 100 miles from base !!!
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
11th Jul 2018, 08:01
Replies: 6
Views: 1,802
Posted By bvgs

Thanks Mark !, that's interesting about the...

Thanks Mark !, that's interesting about the insurance, hadn't thought about that. I'll have a look at the models suggested. Thanks for your reply.
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Jul 2018, 07:57
Replies: 11
Views: 2,844
Posted By bvgs

If it has done 2200 hours then I would say...

If it has done 2200 hours then I would say definitely no. If it has done 12 years but less than 2200, the Austrian Authorities allow the remaining hours up to the 2200 to be flown as long as the...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
10th Jul 2018, 16:29
Replies: 6
Views: 1,802
Posted By bvgs

Avionimc, thanks but my budget is £70k. McDoo,...

Avionimc, thanks but my budget is £70k. McDoo, I'll have a look at them, I know the heli world inside out but this is all new to me. I also seen a Socata TB20 but take your point about the landing...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
9th Jul 2018, 16:35
Replies: 6
Views: 1,802
Posted By bvgs

Advice and General Help

Hi all, I've been flying helicopters privately for about 12 years now, having owned 4 in that time but lately I simply couldn't afford the costs associated with it. I'm now thinking of converting to...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Jun 2018, 06:10
Replies: 255
Views: 110,007
Posted By bvgs

162f

I too have had R22’s, R44 and Enstrom’s. The Rotorway is a huge disappointment from its poor engine to its flimsy doors. I really wish it was better as I now no longer fly due to the costs. People...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Mar 2018, 10:37
Replies: 102
Views: 29,665
Posted By bvgs

Yeah great bunch but sadly no longer there. Sad...

Yeah great bunch but sadly no longer there. Sad times really for private helicopter flying in Scotland. I think the cost of ownership what with recalls for blades/bladder tanks/ new head systems etc...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Feb 2018, 06:56
Replies: 163
Views: 81,799
Posted By bvgs

Very Professional Outfit

Flew up to the Grand Canyon when on holiday from Scotland many years ago. Hired an R44 and flew from Arizona. On landing at the airfield and booking our “ quick tour” seeing we had flown in, they...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Sep 2017, 08:02
Replies: 4
Views: 2,405
Posted By bvgs

Current Price For Timed out R44

Morning, I was wondering if anyone could give me the current price for a timed out Raven 1 and Raven 2. I know there will be different factors affecting this like equipment installed etc etc, just...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Aug 2016, 07:31
Replies: 19
Views: 4,675
Posted By bvgs

NOT IN AUSTRIA APPARANTLY

I was told some time ago that under the Austrian register, you can fly a Robbie past 12 years as long as the 2200 hours hasn't been exceeded. They quote an FAA regulation on this. The company was...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Jun 2016, 11:39
Replies: 7
Views: 3,502
Posted By bvgs

Visicover

I have used them and found them to be first class. There's no way you could forget to click a button as everything is summarised at the end. Speak to Bib Bevan who runs it here in the UK. Great guy...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Oct 2015, 20:50
Replies: 12
Views: 4,150
Posted By bvgs

Hi Dennis

I take it the guy selling his art never came up trumps? How's things. Captain Liam!
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Sep 2015, 18:26
Replies: 17
Views: 6,948
Posted By bvgs

Is it just me or does anybody else not want to be...

Is it just me or does anybody else not want to be the guys "in" the pole!!! Fantastic piece of flying 10/10:D
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Jul 2015, 19:08
Replies: 3
Views: 2,694
Posted By bvgs

Thanks appreciate your help.

Thanks appreciate your help.
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Jul 2015, 16:35
Replies: 3
Views: 2,694
Posted By bvgs

Helicopter Near Donegal Town

Hi all, was looking to know of any heli's in the vicinity of Donegal a Town as was wanting to let my parents see the place from the air. Can anyone pint me in the right direction or know of anyone....
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Jul 2015, 15:27
Replies: 13
Views: 4,665
Posted By bvgs

It's a definite HOGE so not on my current machine...

It's a definite HOGE so not on my current machine unless I stop eating the pies!!!
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Jul 2015, 22:33
Replies: 13
Views: 4,665
Posted By bvgs

Been in and out of there a few times, not the...

Been in and out of there a few times, not the best eh?
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Jul 2015, 20:37
Replies: 13
Views: 4,665
Posted By bvgs

Was that Frank, Rinker?

Was that Frank, Rinker?
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Apr 2015, 16:52
Replies: 32
Views: 17,704
Posted By bvgs

Anyone got any idea how much the testing will...

Anyone got any idea how much the testing will cost per spindle? Mines have only done just over 1600 grrrr. Mind you wouldn't like to be up when it parted company!
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Feb 2015, 18:29
Replies: 5
Views: 1,632
Posted By bvgs

Don't disagree with that but mine is 12 years old...

Don't disagree with that but mine is 12 years old and this is the only time I've had a problem so if anyone can help I'd really appreciate it. Thanks
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Feb 2015, 18:18
Replies: 221
Views: 93,347
Posted By bvgs

If they make something that's defective and has...

If they make something that's defective and has been proven to be defective they should replace it. For me that goes for cars, helicopters, boats whatever. The blade issue has been an ongoing...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Feb 2015, 11:04
Replies: 5
Views: 1,632
Posted By bvgs

Robinson Helitow Technical Help

Hi, I have had a Robinson Helitow for years now but suddenly it has stopped lifting. It still drives back and forward and on pressing the lift button the locking solenoid click and does its job but...
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