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Forum: Rotorheads
9th May 2024, 16:54
Replies: 1,646
Views: 449,524
Posted By wrench1

Its an experimental/amateur built aircraft. Keep...

Its an experimental/amateur built aircraft. Keep in mind quite a few of the slot holders are private individuals who look at this from strictly a recreational use vs a commercial use. They have time...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th May 2024, 19:31
Replies: 1,646
Views: 449,524
Posted By wrench1

So, I take your answer to the question is no… you...

So, I take your answer to the question is no… you have not talked any of the 1200+ HX50 deposit holders. Because had you talked to them, you would have found that quite a few of them are nowhere near...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th May 2024, 10:12
Replies: 1,646
Views: 449,524
Posted By wrench1

Have you ever asked any of the 1200+ people who...

Have you ever asked any of the 1200+ people who have placed deposits why they did?
Perhaps your worrying is misplaced...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Apr 2024, 12:34
Replies: 1,646
Views: 449,524
Posted By wrench1

From what I've heard not much with the HX...

From what I've heard not much with the HX version. However, once the HC certified model is released Robbie might watch it but that wont happen for a while, if it happens at all.

As to the selling...
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
26th Apr 2024, 17:09
Replies: 65
Views: 23,480
Posted By wrench1

They radioed engine fire after takeoff and were...

They radioed engine fire after takeoff and were initiating a return when engine exploded. Unfortunately flight controls can be affected when engines fail in that violent manner which could be the...
Forum: Rotorheads
31st Mar 2024, 00:37
Replies: 44
Views: 7,957
Posted By wrench1

I think Airbus needs to formally address what the...

I think Airbus needs to formally address what the AIBN final stated, that the “Puma” transmission is at its design limits. Instead, Airbus continues to point to a maintenance issue for G-REDL and a...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Mar 2024, 20:59
Replies: 11
Views: 3,325
Posted By wrench1

I remember that also. The pics we saw of the...

I remember that also. The pics we saw of the incident aircraft were pretty impressive as well. As I recall, once the ASB and AD were released they found several others with loose hardware on the...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Mar 2024, 01:33
Replies: 11
Views: 3,325
Posted By wrench1

I remember that one. But I thought it was in the...

I remember that one. But I thought it was in the early 2000s? Regardless, we had a 222 transmission out on the table pulling the input quills off when the entire head shed came out to the hangar...
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
26th Mar 2024, 21:55
Replies: 62
Views: 23,373
Posted By wrench1

FYI: The Cirrus CAPS is cable actuated. If the...

FYI: The Cirrus CAPS is cable actuated. If the aircraft experiences a high impact load that distorts or breaks the airframe along that CAPS cable run from the T-handle in the ceiling to the actuator...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Mar 2024, 18:16
Replies: 1,646
Views: 449,524
Posted By wrench1

Interesting. Most of the “cheap” private owners...

Interesting. Most of the “cheap” private owners I’ve worked for are quite the opposite. Maybe its location dependent? While I agree there are some owners who play by their own rules, there is an...
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Mar 2024, 00:40
Replies: 1,646
Views: 449,524
Posted By wrench1

That may be the case in your country, but in the...

That may be the case in your country, but in the US any aircraft issued an experimental certificate the maintenance requirements found in FAR Part 43 and Part 91 are not applicable. As such, there is...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Mar 2024, 17:47
Replies: 1,646
Views: 449,524
Posted By wrench1

I think this is the attitude of a large number of...

I think this is the attitude of a large number of HX50 depositors from what I've learned. I know two people who have made deposits, where both are also current helicopter (piston) owners and...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Mar 2024, 01:32
Replies: 1,646
Views: 449,524
Posted By wrench1

People seem to forget the HX50 is an E/AB...

People seem to forget the HX50 is an E/AB aircraft. The Guimbal, Kopter/AW09, and similar are not its competitor. The Safari, Mini-500, Hummingbird, and Mosquito are. Basically there is no...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Mar 2024, 16:42
Replies: 3
Views: 788
Posted By wrench1

I believe we had used a type of air compressor...

I believe we had used a type of air compressor oil that met Mil-L-46152 requirements, but I haven't seen an oiled hub in the wild since the early 80s, so don't have any current brands to offer....
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Feb 2024, 22:57
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By wrench1

Stabilant 22 comes in two forms: the original...

Stabilant 22 comes in two forms: the original concentrate known as "22" and the alcohol diluted "22A". Each has its own use. In my experience the 22 version will handle most aircraft applications....
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
19th Feb 2024, 22:47
Replies: 3
Views: 574
Posted By wrench1

Most operators of aircraft below jets create the...

Most operators of aircraft below jets create the O & M procedures to suit their specific operation. The MMEL simply gives the requirements of what those procedures must meet. I believe Cessna only...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Feb 2024, 19:32
Replies: 148
Views: 26,554
Posted By wrench1

Or sometimes you just can't fix stupid.

Or sometimes you just can't fix stupid.
Forum: Rumours & News
16th Feb 2024, 14:20
Replies: 112
Views: 21,630
Posted By wrench1

The UAM market, which has been around for decades...

The UAM market, which has been around for decades but had no viable vehicle/aircraft to serve it at the street level until. That is until the eVTOL technology evolved to its current level. There are...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Feb 2024, 19:35
Replies: 148
Views: 26,554
Posted By wrench1

I would think so since 2017 or 2018 Part 135...

I would think so since 2017 or 2018 Part 135 required one. I'd be more curious if it had an inlet barrier filter or particle separator installed given the blowing snow at the time.
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
15th Feb 2024, 17:07
Replies: 1,950
Views: 934,372
Posted By wrench1

FYI: That info may surface when the factual...

FYI: That info may surface when the factual report and public docket are released. Once the initial media reports end and the preliminary report is released the NTSB usually don’t release other...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Feb 2024, 21:28
Replies: 148
Views: 26,554
Posted By wrench1

Or it could simply be since the pilot of 72EX was...

Or it could simply be since the pilot of 72EX was the chief pilot of the charter company he knew they could only fly VFR legally, so he stayed "legal" and lost. Just like the company and pilots of...
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
14th Feb 2024, 20:53
Replies: 1,950
Views: 934,372
Posted By wrench1

The NTSB is a congressionally mandated,...

The NTSB is a congressionally mandated, independent agency who oversee all civil aviation accidents and other transportation related accidents. Their main purpose is to investigate the accident, to...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
13th Feb 2024, 19:44
Replies: 3
Views: 574
Posted By wrench1

Here's a link to the FAA Master MEL for a PA-42. ...

Here's a link to the FAA Master MEL for a PA-42.
FAA MMEL PA-42 (https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/EA9D2CF95F3694D68625752400624EC7.0001)
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Feb 2024, 18:52
Replies: 1,646
Views: 449,524
Posted By wrench1

I think it depends on what part of the industry...

I think it depends on what part of the industry you are comparing it to. In reality, Hill is creating his own industry niche or market of which he has no direct competitor or equal. Hence the reason...
Forum: Rumours & News
4th Feb 2024, 14:36
Replies: 41
Views: 22,804
Posted By wrench1

Technically, its not that they are non-essentials...

Technically, its not that they are non-essentials parts. In general, when aircraft are certified and given their original Airworthiness Certificate, they are required to conform with their type...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Feb 2024, 13:12
Replies: 8
Views: 1,163
Posted By wrench1

Depending how accurate you want your 1:5 model to...

Depending how accurate you want your 1:5 model to be, there are some detailed 1:72 scale models out there which you might be able to scale up..

Or you can inquire on a AW109 airframe station...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Feb 2024, 12:58
Replies: 24
Views: 8,756
Posted By wrench1

CEN24FA094 Prelim Report...

CEN24FA094 Prelim Report (https://data.ntsb.gov/carol-repgen/api/Aviation/ReportMain/GenerateNewestReport/193686/pdf)




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Forum: Rumours & News
1st Feb 2024, 22:29
Replies: 112
Views: 21,630
Posted By wrench1

While you may be skeptical, the industry is...

While you may be skeptical, the industry is scaling up with a projected increase of 40-50% by 2030. SAF demand is outstripping current production even at the 50% certification level, so there are...
Forum: Rumours & News
31st Jan 2024, 16:55
Replies: 112
Views: 21,630
Posted By wrench1

Interesting, except you have to put this into...

Interesting, except you have to put this into context. SAF mixtures have been commercially flying for a number of years. However, only 50% SAF mixtures are currently approved with 100% SAF usage...
Forum: Rumours & News
30th Jan 2024, 18:01
Replies: 112
Views: 21,630
Posted By wrench1

True. But if you take the current business model...

True. But if you take the current business model and existing aircraft but utilize 100% SAF fuels in those aircraft then there would basically be no risk. So how would that compare to this new...
Forum: Rumours & News
27th Jan 2024, 17:36
Replies: 112
Views: 21,630
Posted By wrench1

Its actually a STOL, short-take-off-landing, as...

Its actually a STOL, short-take-off-landing, as there is no vertical TO component. Whether an “e” should go in front is up for discussion as are other terms like “rotor”, “prop”, etc. due to...
Forum: Rumours & News
27th Jan 2024, 13:39
Replies: 112
Views: 21,630
Posted By wrench1

Its my understanding the 2 seat prototype uses a...

Its my understanding the 2 seat prototype uses a small conventional APU to provide normal flight electrical power. I believe the onboard batteries are enough to start APU, run things static, and...
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
26th Jan 2024, 13:44
Replies: 1,950
Views: 934,372
Posted By wrench1

FYI: the prevailing mx guidance requires the use...

FYI: the prevailing mx guidance requires the use of at least the minimum standard torque when installing a bolt and castle nut unless specifically changed in the OEM install instructions. And the...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Jan 2024, 13:48
Replies: 24
Views: 8,756
Posted By wrench1

Its my understanding the hub/blade portions are...

Its my understanding the hub/blade portions are over 150 yards from airframe and the missing blade is over 500 yards from the hub/blade portion with no debris along the trail. And all the remaining...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Jan 2024, 12:59
Replies: 24
Views: 8,756
Posted By wrench1

I think you'll find that portion of blade...

I think you'll find that portion of blade pictured is from the blade portion still attached to the hub and the white debris in between them is the form core from that blade. And given there is no...
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