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Search: Posts Made By: Cylinder Head
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Forum: Rotorheads
18th Nov 2022, 13:54
Replies: 7
Views: 3,160
Posted By Cylinder Head

Few individuals have had such a significant...

Few individuals have had such a significant impact on the helicopter world. Frank's vision of a 2 seat personal helicopter allowed ordinary guys like me to afford learning to fly and enjoy an amazing...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Aug 2021, 11:55
Replies: 3
Views: 1,787
Posted By Cylinder Head

Yes, I second Crab's sentiments - very well done...

Yes, I second Crab's sentiments - very well done Hilico. Never has a student put in so much effort in getting a PPL (H) - truly admirable commitment to understanding every aspect of what you are...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Mar 2021, 07:22
Replies: 202
Views: 65,636
Posted By Cylinder Head

The mag check should have proved mags were...

The mag check should have proved mags were functioning correctly, including the RPM recovery on reselecting both. Therefore if MAP is at 20" when rotors are running on the ground, prior to applying...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Nov 2020, 11:13
Replies: 31
Views: 5,665
Posted By Cylinder Head

Very unfortunate incident that should have been...

Very unfortunate incident that should have been completely unavoidable. Fortunately no serious injuries and I am sure that the pilot has learned a great deal from the experience.

My observations...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Jul 2020, 08:51
Replies: 8
Views: 2,409
Posted By Cylinder Head

Where abouts in the UK are you based? You'd have...

Where abouts in the UK are you based? You'd have to be an unrestricted instructor and set up a DTO. Have you got access to a helicopter?
I might be able to help. PM me.
CH
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Nov 2019, 21:34
Replies: 32
Views: 12,519
Posted By Cylinder Head

Training

Hi Blessing 786
PM me for detailed information regarding training options.
CH
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Jul 2019, 08:55
Replies: 69
Views: 15,387
Posted By Cylinder Head

Aircraft Tracking

See the attached map of our recent Pledge a Pint tour of the UK. The journey was live tracked by several devices so that base knew where we were at all times.

The following links will allow you...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Jun 2019, 12:20
Replies: 0
Views: 1,372
Posted By Cylinder Head

Pledge a Pint Helicopter Tour of UK -

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/pprune.org-vbulletin/960x720/pledge_a_pint_weat_d2573456af75406e02e0c916cabcf9c8d6e717aa.jpg
Hi Everyone,

Dan Mercer, a PPL (H) from Essex is embarking on his...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Dec 2018, 08:58
Replies: 0
Views: 806
Posted By Cylinder Head

UK Aircraft Radio Licence Renewals - Changed Procedure

I probably missed the memo but since the CAA passed responsibility for aircraft radio licences over to Ofcom in November, direct debit mandates previously set up are no longer valid and aircraft...
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Oct 2018, 10:49
Replies: 6
Views: 1,529
Posted By Cylinder Head

As hu269 says, " You may want to have another...

As hu269 says, " You may want to have another look at the costings" - don't just accept a sales pitch as definitive information of what a PPL will cost you. Talk to several different schools and ask...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Oct 2017, 09:32
Replies: 52
Views: 11,630
Posted By Cylinder Head

Quote "There is a difference between giving...

Quote
"There is a difference between giving instruction and "letting someone have a go"...

Opinion is divided on the subject, Chopjock says there is, the law says there ain't!

In EASA land, If...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Oct 2017, 09:04
Replies: 52
Views: 11,630
Posted By Cylinder Head

In Europe.... EASA EU1178/2011 FCL.900 ...

In Europe....


EASA EU1178/2011 FCL.900


"(a) General. A person shall only carry out:


1) flight Instruction in aircraft when he/she holds:
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Sep 2016, 12:06
Replies: 20
Views: 12,958
Posted By Cylinder Head

Tickling the throttle open - bad habit

Another gotcha to watch for is the habit of some pilots ticking the throttle open slightly to help the start. We now teach that this is not an acceptable technique following the experience of an...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Sep 2016, 16:16
Replies: 5
Views: 4,988
Posted By Cylinder Head

Very sorry to hear about AV8. Good luck to...

Very sorry to hear about AV8. Good luck to everyone in the future and well done for ensuring everyone got paid before closing the doors.
Hughes500 has it absolutely right, the current level of...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Aug 2016, 14:10
Replies: 12
Views: 2,826
Posted By Cylinder Head

Just found out that there is a related thread in...

Just found out that there is a related thread in the Private Flying Forum

Who is responsible for supplying the PLB?


CH
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Aug 2016, 11:02
Replies: 12
Views: 2,826
Posted By Cylinder Head

Hughes- No need for profanity please refrain....

Hughes- No need for profanity please refrain. However you miss my point of proportionality. Of course when flying across uninhabited Wales a PLB makes sense and £ 230 is a small price to pay. ...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Aug 2016, 10:17
Replies: 12
Views: 2,826
Posted By Cylinder Head

Compulsory Carriage of ELT / PLB

August sees the implementation of EASA Part NCO. This requires even small helicopters to carry a PLB.
See https://www.flyer.co.uk/easa-part-nco-explained/.


Another example of EASA applying...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Feb 2016, 16:19
Replies: 77
Views: 15,149
Posted By Cylinder Head

Mind your head

Whilst entering auto from a VR state may theoretically remove one of the contributing factors, I'd suggest that you consider the design of the particular rotor head. Entering auto from level flight,...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Aug 2015, 12:57
Replies: 9
Views: 5,210
Posted By Cylinder Head

RIP Paul

Very sorry to hear of Paul's passing, he was always keen to help pilots understand more about the thing they strapped themselves into everyday and he taught me some valuable lessons. RIP Paul - I...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Mar 2015, 15:39
Replies: 0
Views: 1,349
Posted By Cylinder Head

International Helicopter Safety Team

There are some really useful safety presentations available on this site:
Reel Safety Videos (http://ihst.org/Default.aspx?tabid=3210).


Highly recommended reading for all Rotorheads.

...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Mar 2015, 12:37
Replies: 21
Views: 4,140
Posted By Cylinder Head

3 different instructors give 3 different answers

Nuggets


That's very true but don't be afraid to ask WHY each one has that particular opinion. Sometimes there's a very good reason, sometimes there isn't - its just the way they were taught....
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Mar 2015, 09:53
Replies: 21
Views: 4,140
Posted By Cylinder Head

Pedal inputs

My experience is that you will never get the fine inputs you need in an R22 /R44 if your heels are not stable & still on the floor and the pedals slide up and down the soles of your shoes behind the...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Feb 2015, 17:01
Replies: 33
Views: 9,525
Posted By Cylinder Head

EOL's to the ground

Apologies for the thread creep and note that the following is submitted firmly on the understanding that I am touching wood and am not tempting fate in any way.


IF you choose when and where to...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Feb 2015, 16:25
Replies: 33
Views: 9,525
Posted By Cylinder Head

Mister Bonkers

MB,


I agree your technique for Ex 4 will be absolutely fine. You can always demonstrate difference between Gov On and Off on the ground at full ERPM/RRPM. Nothing to prevent that in the manual...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
22nd Jan 2015, 14:48
Replies: 9
Views: 3,840
Posted By Cylinder Head

Link

They have hidden it away as best they could, but try looking here


IN-2014/188: Summary of the Proposed Amendment to the Aircrew Regulation that Is Expected to Come into Force on 8 April 2015 |...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
21st Jan 2015, 14:58
Replies: 9
Views: 3,840
Posted By Cylinder Head

MJ

Good spot MJ, I had assumed that it meant 25% of the hours required by the student to pass. Needs clarification I agree.


Also FCL 1005 does not refer to the PPL specifically, it refers to...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
21st Jan 2015, 11:56
Replies: 9
Views: 3,840
Posted By Cylinder Head

Examiners testing own students

I have probably been asleep and missed a discussion on this already but from 8th April 2015, it would appear that:


"The requirement is to be amended so that an examiner may test a student to...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Jan 2015, 11:55
Replies: 5
Views: 1,981
Posted By Cylinder Head

Cool Examiners testing their own students

I have probably been asleep and missed a discussion on this already but from 8th April 2015, it would appear that:


"The requirement is to be amended so that an examiner may test a student to...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Oct 2014, 07:51
Replies: 3
Views: 3,116
Posted By Cylinder Head

Chinook Hero

Well done Charlie and crew.

Queen gives RAF Chinook pilot the DFC for Afghan heroism...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Sep 2014, 19:05
Replies: 45
Views: 33,907
Posted By Cylinder Head

Request for information

Might I ask any of Brian's colleagues to post details of his funeral when known. Would like to attend if at all possible. Thanks
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Sep 2014, 11:26
Replies: 45
Views: 33,907
Posted By Cylinder Head

RIP

BBC News - Flamborough helicopter crash victims named (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-humber-29251421)

Pilots have been named. Gutted to hear it was Brian, have known him since we both...
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Jul 2014, 12:02
Replies: 39
Views: 27,208
Posted By Cylinder Head

Instructor Pay

Unfortunately instructor pay has been stagnant for far too long, largely because there are always new instructors prepared to work for peanuts just to get a foot in the door.
Some of the less...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Feb 2014, 09:14
Replies: 33
Views: 12,461
Posted By Cylinder Head

Option A or B

You are embarking on a long and often twisty path. There is no guarantee that you will get a scholarship, so is it worth spending more money and time travelling to do a PPL further away from home?...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jan 2014, 18:02
Replies: 0
Views: 849
Posted By Cylinder Head

PPL (H) Theoretical Knowledge

For those of you involved in PPL(H) training, check the thread in the Instructors & Examiners' forum: PPL Theoretical knowledge - a bit more sense at last?

Refers to a new information notice...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Dec 2013, 10:28
Replies: 7
Views: 2,431
Posted By Cylinder Head

Excellent

Well done Trafford, lovely poem and congrats on going solo!
I always tell my solo students to write down how they felt going solo
It's such a special experience and it makes my smile
Whenever I...
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