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Forum: Rotorheads
6th Dec 2002, 22:56
Replies: 3
Views: 577
Posted By Dick Mitten

Mired in politics... Disgusting! I have...

Mired in politics... Disgusting!

I have nothing but respect for our crews who drive and maintain the aging Sea Kings. Good ship in it's time, but we need something a bit more modern, eh?
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Dec 2002, 22:49
Replies: 358
Views: 66,048
Posted By Dick Mitten

Super, Here are a couple of past ANR...

Super,

Here are a couple of past ANR threads:

ANR Redux (http://www.pprune.org/forums/showthread.php?threadid=68823&highlight=ANR+Redux)

ANR Anyone...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Dec 2002, 14:51
Replies: 358
Views: 66,048
Posted By Dick Mitten

I think you've got it right; ANR protects in the...

I think you've got it right; ANR protects in the low range, not the high end.

I bought the kit from Headsets Inc this summer and installed it in my Gentex helmet. There is a noticable reduction...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Dec 2002, 15:28
Replies: 26
Views: 6,956
Posted By Dick Mitten

If you lads don't mind taking a break from your...

If you lads don't mind taking a break from your pissing contest, I've got a question:

Being a simple VFR driver up here in the Canadian bush, I don't get to see any NOTARS. Why is that? Are they...
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Dec 2002, 14:36
Replies: 20
Views: 3,134
Posted By Dick Mitten

LCDs and polarized glasses can certainly be a...

LCDs and polarized glasses can certainly be a problem depending on the screen's orientation. Was looking at a laptop yesterday while wearing my shades (we were outside downloading data etc etc) and...
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Nov 2002, 03:02
Replies: 20
Views: 3,134
Posted By Dick Mitten

Recently bought new shades. Things I was...

Recently bought new shades. Things I was concerned about:

1. 100% UV Protection.

2. Colour = Amber. Since I'm a simple VFR driver in northern BC, Canada, I need something good in low...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Nov 2002, 20:37
Replies: 5
Views: 1,053
Posted By Dick Mitten

Yer a sick man, Dave. Thanks for the laugh and...

Yer a sick man, Dave. Thanks for the laugh and keep up the good work!
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Nov 2002, 14:43
Replies: 144
Views: 28,994
Posted By Dick Mitten

3.5hrs across the tundra, in an R22 with a net...

3.5hrs across the tundra, in an R22 with a net load of crap underneath. Fortunately had a jerry-can of fuel... :D
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Nov 2002, 13:20
Replies: 4
Views: 931
Posted By Dick Mitten

New England Ropes is a reputable mfgr of rescue...

New England Ropes is a reputable mfgr of rescue rope. Go to their site: www.neropes.com and find the KMIII rope specs under kernmantle ropes.


Hope this helps!
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Nov 2002, 13:14
Replies: 358
Views: 66,048
Posted By Dick Mitten

Our old DC headsets have gel seals, but the gel...

Our old DC headsets have gel seals, but the gel flows to the bottom of the seal. What's with that? Kinda like my saggy, middle aged gut!

The earseals I got with the ANR kit are gel also, but...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Nov 2002, 17:28
Replies: 966
Views: 991,732
Posted By Dick Mitten

Used to use earplugs, recently switched to ANR. ...

Used to use earplugs, recently switched to ANR. Now the radio is MUCH clearer, and all comm volumes are waaayyyyy lower. Pax have to turn up headphone volume, though. Oh well.

Always wear my...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Oct 2002, 18:23
Replies: 170
Views: 31,093
Posted By Dick Mitten

Low Vis Training

I believe that in Canada low vis ops are a required part of recurrent training. Admittedly, it's only a few questions on a written test, usually administered in the spring. Maybe an IFR requirement...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Oct 2002, 14:36
Replies: 7
Views: 925
Posted By Dick Mitten

Another 2-3cm overnight

But in the late evening (around 7pm!) the sky was clear and the Northern Lights were an awesome sight!

Can't stand how hot the cockpit gets when OAT > 25C! Do you guys 'n gals down south drive...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Oct 2002, 03:18
Replies: 7
Views: 925
Posted By Dick Mitten

Winter's Arrival in NE BC

Got 3-4cm snow today. Leaves are off the poplars, larches have turned from yellow to brown and are losing their needles. Moose and caribou are moving around. Beavers bringing in their last load of...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Oct 2002, 15:18
Replies: 583
Views: 51,183
Posted By Dick Mitten

Hi there, I started this goofy heli business...

Hi there,

I started this goofy heli business at 40, and I've not really "worked" a day since. Mind you, I've had some ****-poor days, but they were all better than sitting in an office or...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Oct 2002, 14:51
Replies: 16
Views: 1,440
Posted By Dick Mitten

MD Sounds similar to this side of the pond. ...

MD

Sounds similar to this side of the pond. Lots of ATC are professional and heli-aware, some are stupid, pedantic gits who seem to take personal umbrage at our every word. Enjoy the good ones,...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Oct 2002, 14:38
Replies: 358
Views: 66,048
Posted By Dick Mitten

Blender Just installed it a couple of days...

Blender

Just installed it a couple of days ago, so only used it in the R44 so far. Based on current experience I expect good performance in other ships. Don't know (yet) firsthand how long the...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Oct 2002, 15:16
Replies: 358
Views: 66,048
Posted By Dick Mitten

ANR Redux

Just got the ANR kit from Headsets Inc and installed it into the trusty Gentex. (Note: I'm a bit of a techy, and the installation wasn't as easy as they'd suggested. Perhaps some missing parts...)...
Forum: Rotorheads
31st Aug 2002, 14:21
Replies: 5
Views: 1,043
Posted By Dick Mitten

Hi Decimal, I'd say yer best bet is to focus...

Hi Decimal,

I'd say yer best bet is to focus the search in northern Alberta. Hit all the outfits that operate Robinson products to service the gas industry. Visit them again and again and again....
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Aug 2002, 15:47
Replies: 358
Views: 66,048
Posted By Dick Mitten

Thanks all for yer feedback & suggestions. I've...

Thanks all for yer feedback & suggestions. I've decided to go for the Headsets Inc. ANR kit. Once I've installed it and flown a few days I'll post a review.

Shaun: The CEP looks really...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Aug 2002, 17:46
Replies: 358
Views: 66,048
Posted By Dick Mitten

Thanks Stan. Looks like Gentex doesn't do their...

Thanks Stan. Looks like Gentex doesn't do their own ANR now anyways. They're sending helments out to Headsets Inc.

Still looking for comments on performance, please!

And THANK YOU!!!
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Aug 2002, 19:55
Replies: 358
Views: 66,048
Posted By Dick Mitten

Question 'Active Noise Reduction' Info Wanted

I'm thinking of getting an ANR upgrade for my Gentex SPH5 helmet. Anyone have comments or suggestions? Do ANR systems live up to the advertising hype? Do you have it, like it; why?

Anyone have...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Aug 2002, 23:55
Replies: 15
Views: 1,477
Posted By Dick Mitten

You'll do just fine!

Avoid alcoholic and caffinated beverages for several days. The alcohol stays in the fluid of the inner ear for quite some time, and the caffiene just gets you wired and jittery.

A couple of days...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Aug 2002, 15:57
Replies: 9
Views: 3,576
Posted By Dick Mitten

Widgeon: Huh? We's a bit slow up here... ...

Widgeon: Huh? We's a bit slow up here... Translation please, that one's too heavy for me to lift without a little help. :)

Wunper: Thanks, I'll check it out!

PS Wunper: Great program,...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Aug 2002, 15:10
Replies: 9
Views: 3,576
Posted By Dick Mitten

Cool Program!

Thanks for the lead, Matthew!! Geotrans doesn't seem to support LS Datum, so I've e-mailed their helpdesk for suggestions.

How did you come to know of this software?

Thanks again,
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Aug 2002, 05:08
Replies: 9
Views: 3,576
Posted By Dick Mitten

Matthew, Thanks for the reply. ...

Matthew,

Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately, don't have such a map, and the GPS doesn't 'do' LSD. I know there are some computer programs out there that can do the conversion. That's what I'm...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Aug 2002, 03:06
Replies: 9
Views: 3,576
Posted By Dick Mitten

Question Lat/Long<>LSD Conversion Program

Do you know where I can get my hands on such a beast? Silly ******s up here still use the Land Surface Datum.

Thanks!
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Jul 2002, 16:08
Replies: 18
Views: 1,861
Posted By Dick Mitten

Heliport, Yer actions and subsequent...

Heliport,

Yer actions and subsequent comments help newbies to this forum (such as myself) learn the rules of engagement. Thanks for being clear on yer followup. Good job!
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Jul 2002, 15:58
Replies: 380
Views: 106,815
Posted By Dick Mitten

Up here in Canada it's likely that yer first...

Up here in Canada it's likely that yer first flying job'll be in a robbie, so it's a good idea to train in one!

Added bonus: After learning autos with those frigging lightweight blades, anything...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Jul 2002, 00:11
Replies: 11
Views: 1,241
Posted By Dick Mitten

Awesome comments, folks! Thanks!!

Awesome comments, folks! Thanks!!
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jul 2002, 15:41
Replies: 583
Views: 51,183
Posted By Dick Mitten

I trained at Heli-College. The flight instructor...

I trained at Heli-College. The flight instructor was kind, thoughtful, thorough, and very professional. I hope to be emulating some of his approach to flying. The ground school was also very...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jul 2002, 02:51
Replies: 11
Views: 1,241
Posted By Dick Mitten

R44, but I think the question applies to any type...

R44, but I think the question applies to any type where the best rate of climb speed is a bunch less than the 'best speed for autorotation'.
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jul 2002, 02:20
Replies: 11
Views: 1,241
Posted By Dick Mitten

Question Is best rate of climb speed really BEST?

Two scenarios:

1. We've lifted off and cleared all obstacles. Climb speed is set at 60kts 'cuz that's the machine's best rate of climb speed, and it'll get us up to (safe) altitude fastest. The...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Jul 2002, 21:37
Replies: 67
Views: 6,473
Posted By Dick Mitten

Friendly fire

Did any of you hear about the Canuck soldiers killed in Afghanistan by the US aviator? During a TRAINING EXERCISE, buddy saw muzzle flashes and thought al Queda were shooting at him. The Canucks...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Jul 2002, 02:53
Replies: 194
Views: 49,844
Posted By Dick Mitten

Good discussion!

Thanks to everyone for the comments. I'll see if some of this might rub off on the "Buddies".

SASless: Opps! Sorry I missed/misunderstood the quotes. Thanks for clarifying.

Cautious, and...
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