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Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Mar 2017, 15:40
Replies: 171
Views: 151,011
Posted By laurenson

Hi noooby, I talked with AW169 pilots who...

Hi noooby,

I talked with AW169 pilots who told me that the empty weight of the HC is far higher that the figures presented first by AW. Do you know if AW plans to work on that?

Moreover, you...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Feb 2017, 16:52
Replies: 171
Views: 151,011
Posted By laurenson

I confirm AW said it is done but no TCDS yet. ...

I confirm AW said it is done but no TCDS yet.
http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgMakeModel.nsf/Frameset?OpenPage
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Feb 2017, 16:32
Replies: 16
Views: 4,595
Posted By laurenson

Many breaking news this year for HAI New Bell...

Many breaking news this year for HAI
New Bell Helicopter, New Sikorsky, and big improvement on one AW HC.
someone wants to bet ;)
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Dec 2016, 07:52
Replies: 171
Views: 151,011
Posted By laurenson

Your marketing argumentation is very good noooby....

Your marketing argumentation is very good noooby.
However, you compare the DOC of a 1990 helicopter with a 2000s one. It is not very fair for the S-76C.
About the range, first I fully agree with...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Dec 2016, 15:15
Replies: 171
Views: 151,011
Posted By laurenson

Regarding the operating cost, it is always a...

Regarding the operating cost, it is always a function of the HC weight so I believe it will be higher for the AW169 than for the H145.
Fuel: 720 Kg for H145 vs 900 kg for AW169 but the PW210 burn...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Dec 2016, 07:34
Replies: 214
Views: 161,186
Posted By laurenson

Any news about UK SAR contract? I was told...

Any news about UK SAR contract?
I was told that the AW189 haven't yet started operations?
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Dec 2016, 07:21
Replies: 171
Views: 151,011
Posted By laurenson

It seems that AW has some issues with the AW169...

It seems that AW has some issues with the AW169 development. The FAA Certification, which has been expected few months before the EASA certification, has more than 1 year delay. Many of the EMS...
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Jul 2016, 08:30
Replies: 108
Views: 70,865
Posted By laurenson

very sad indeed Two killed as Bell 525...

very sad indeed

Two killed as Bell 525 crashes during flight tests - Vertical (http://www.verticalmag.com/news/two-killed-bell-525-crashes-flight-tests/)
Forum: Rotorheads
27th May 2016, 15:14
Replies: 9
Views: 8,405
Posted By laurenson

And that is why the Bell 429 is far less used in...

And that is why the Bell 429 is far less used in EMS than a H135 or an H145.
Forum: Rotorheads
27th May 2016, 08:10
Replies: 9
Views: 8,405
Posted By laurenson

nice pic However a clamshell with a such tail...

nice pic
However a clamshell with a such tail rotor, it means that you have to stop the rotor before using the rear dors.:ugh:
Forum: Rotorheads
18th May 2016, 06:53
Replies: 9
Views: 8,405
Posted By laurenson

The only think I know is from this article. Mr...

The only think I know is from this article. Mr Moretti has said “Over the next five years we will invest in the AW149, AW609 and AW209”

Moreover AW names are not related to weight, it is just an...
Forum: Rotorheads
17th May 2016, 15:31
Replies: 9
Views: 8,405
Posted By laurenson

AW209? A new AgustaWestland Helico?

According to Mr Moretti presentation, Agustawestland develops a new helicopter the AW209 :ok:


Leonardo Helicopters may be making the AW209 Helicopter...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Feb 2016, 11:04
Replies: 11
Views: 8,566
Posted By laurenson

I don't hear such issues about H175. Moreover,...

I don't hear such issues about H175.
Moreover, I have heard that a 24 inches crack had been found on an AW189 mechanical deck in early 2015.
AW has always had crack on their new aircraft due to...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Jan 2016, 16:19
Replies: 29
Views: 11,767
Posted By laurenson

not yet....;) I know It could be a premature...

not yet....;)
I know It could be a premature conclusion, but Wesltand and Agusta are still split in Finmeccanica, and even if I'm not saying Finmeccanica will sell Westland to Boeing, the sale of...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Jan 2016, 15:03
Replies: 29
Views: 11,767
Posted By laurenson

the end of a era :ugh:, or a new start with...

the end of a era :ugh:, or a new start with Boeing :D

AGUSTAWESTLAND - Westland History - (http://history.whl.co.uk/index.html)
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Jan 2016, 09:19
Replies: 29
Views: 11,767
Posted By laurenson

HeliHub AgustaWestland name disappears...

HeliHub AgustaWestland name disappears...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
22nd Oct 2015, 10:02
Replies: 5
Views: 4,552
Posted By laurenson

The PT6 are already closed the 2000hp, for...

The PT6 are already closed the 2000hp, for instance PT6A-68C was declared around 1960shp. Moreover, it could be a good opportunity to develop an entire new family.
However, I fully agree about your...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
21st Oct 2015, 08:21
Replies: 5
Views: 4,552
Posted By laurenson

PT6 replacing

Could GE with a new 2000hp turboprop dethrone PT6 after its 60 year of domination?

GE Could Build 2,000 thp GA Turboprop Engine | Oshkosh 2015 content from Aviation Week...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Aug 2015, 10:31
Replies: 24
Views: 5,562
Posted By laurenson

esspacially on the new over power helicopter...

esspacially on the new over power helicopter (AW139/EC175)
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Aug 2015, 10:24
Replies: 24
Views: 5,562
Posted By laurenson

You right generaly the engine limts the OEI...

You right generaly the engine limts the OEI performance, but the MGB still has OEI limitations, for low altitude and low temerature condition.
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Aug 2015, 08:03
Replies: 24
Views: 5,562
Posted By laurenson

Be careful to don't mix the torque require for...

Be careful to don't mix the torque require for the rotor (90% with 3 engine will remind 90%, same power and same rpm) and the torque seen by the engine (90% for each engine and the 3:2 rules work)...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Jul 2015, 13:58
Replies: 7
Views: 2,978
Posted By laurenson

reliable and especially profitable…

reliable and especially profitable…
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Jul 2015, 15:16
Replies: 214
Views: 161,186
Posted By laurenson

this is a good news if the FIPS could be removed...

this is a good news if the FIPS could be removed quikly because 500lbs is two pax.
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Jul 2015, 07:37
Replies: 214
Views: 161,186
Posted By laurenson

I agree with sultan, to carry the same payload,...

I agree with sultan,
to carry the same payload, the helicopter will require more power, for the additional weight and for the electrical power.
adding a electrical system coudn't be transparent for...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jul 2015, 15:49
Replies: 171
Views: 151,011
Posted By laurenson

https://easa.europa.eu/system/files/dfu/AW169-TCDS...

https://easa.europa.eu/system/files/dfu/AW169-TCDS%20R-509%20Issue1.pdf

is some one know why only 8 pax??? it's not planed to be a 10pax helicopter?
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jul 2015, 13:25
Replies: 171
Views: 151,011
Posted By laurenson

AW169 Achieves EASA Certification - DETAIL -...

AW169 Achieves EASA Certification - DETAIL - AgustaWestland (http://www.agustawestland.com/-/aw169-easa-certification)

AW169 ACHIEVES EASA CERTIFICATION
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First all new helicopter type in...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jul 2015, 09:26
Replies: 171
Views: 151,011
Posted By laurenson

Great news, I look forward to seeing it in...

Great news, I look forward to seeing it in operation now
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Jul 2015, 07:03
Replies: 22
Views: 10,229
Posted By laurenson

I agree with RJ, most of helicopters do business...

I agree with RJ, most of helicopters do business and have to be profitable.

I have had enough money, I surly buy one of this aircraft because it technically amazing, but if I want to do business,...
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Jul 2015, 08:31
Replies: 214
Views: 161,186
Posted By laurenson

Your comparison with S-92 is not perfectly right,...

Your comparison with S-92 is not perfectly right, S92 has a CT7-8A engine (around 2500-2700shp), while the AW189 has a CT7-2E (around 2000-2100shp). Moreover some charts in the FM reveal that the...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Jul 2015, 13:48
Replies: 214
Views: 161,186
Posted By laurenson

no news on that subject.

no news on that subject.
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Jul 2015, 13:46
Replies: 40
Views: 16,729
Posted By laurenson

Single engine cruise... It look nice but what is...

Single engine cruise... It look nice but what is behind this concept, an idle or a full shut down? And is the drag reduction allow to maintained the VBR around 135-140kts on one engine?
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Jul 2015, 15:35
Replies: 1,125
Views: 474,712
Posted By laurenson

Single engine cruise... It look nice but what is...

Single engine cruise... It look nice but what is behind this concept, an idle or a full shut down? And is the drag reduction allow to maintained the VBR around 135-140kts on one engine?
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Jul 2015, 15:19
Replies: 232
Views: 220,651
Posted By laurenson

You have right Lonewolf_50, first congratulation...

You have right Lonewolf_50, first congratulation to the team.

Then when I compare the H160 and Bell 525, it seem the bell helicopter is less stable even if the wind could explain that.
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Jul 2015, 15:00
Replies: 232
Views: 220,651
Posted By laurenson

yes, I have thought that the helicopter is empty,...

yes, I have thought that the helicopter is empty, but with full fuel and no passager or test recorder in board, the helicopter will be even more aft CG :confused:
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Jul 2015, 08:41
Replies: 232
Views: 220,651
Posted By laurenson

have you seen Bell525 first take off, the...

have you seen Bell525 first take off, the helicopter looks unstable and with a an aft centre of gravity.
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