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Forum: Rotorheads
1st Mar 2003, 01:34
Replies: 700
Views: 287,299
Posted By sierra-papa

...besides all other points and because nobody...

...besides all other points and because nobody else mentioned it yet - the 109's tend to overheat their main transmission when operated in extended slowflight or (even worse) hovering. The machine is...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Oct 2002, 12:13
Replies: 1,983
Views: 214,897
Posted By sierra-papa

Licuadora piloto, normally I agree with most of...

Licuadora piloto, normally I agree with most of your opinions, but not this time. I personally have trained in other helicopters then Robinson, and therefor got a good chance to compare them against...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Oct 2002, 12:13
Replies: 2,217
Views: 299,678
Posted By sierra-papa

Licuadora piloto, normally I agree with most of...

Licuadora piloto, normally I agree with most of your opinions, but not this time. I personally have trained in other helicopters then Robinson, and therefor got a good chance to compare them against...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Oct 2002, 18:45
Replies: 151
Views: 15,583
Posted By sierra-papa

I think we are getting pretty close to the facts...

I think we are getting pretty close to the facts on this interesting thread, but there must be an INCREASING ground effect at the end of the level off-phase. This is because we are increasing pitch...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Oct 2002, 12:08
Replies: 1,983
Views: 214,897
Posted By sierra-papa

Blenderpilot, in defense of all the people...

Blenderpilot,

in defense of all the people doing their initial training in Robinson products: It is not the fault of the R22/R44 AIRCRAFT if the overcontroling issue isn't taken care of. One...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Oct 2002, 12:08
Replies: 2,217
Views: 299,678
Posted By sierra-papa

Blenderpilot, in defense of all the people...

Blenderpilot,

in defense of all the people doing their initial training in Robinson products: It is not the fault of the R22/R44 AIRCRAFT if the overcontroling issue isn't taken care of. One...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Oct 2002, 19:35
Replies: 1,983
Views: 214,897
Posted By sierra-papa

The R22/R44 governors are usually very reliable,...

The R22/R44 governors are usually very reliable, but you want definately to check them for proper operation during runup. I always correct a student who just flips the switch at 80% and then right...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Oct 2002, 19:35
Replies: 2,217
Views: 299,678
Posted By sierra-papa

The R22/R44 governors are usually very reliable,...

The R22/R44 governors are usually very reliable, but you want definately to check them for proper operation during runup. I always correct a student who just flips the switch at 80% and then right...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
23rd Oct 2002, 02:08
Replies: 8
Views: 848
Posted By sierra-papa

Whirlybird, quote: Will I still feel that...

Whirlybird,

quote: Will I still feel that way after the umpteenth trial lesson? Who knows, but it seems worth a try...

It is well worth a try, and remember not all your flying is made up by...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Oct 2002, 01:52
Replies: 19
Views: 1,978
Posted By sierra-papa

Dave Jackson, I agree with you - although the...

Dave Jackson,
I agree with you - although the US doesn't yet have anything fast like some european countries. Fast rail transport in Germany and France can reach 200 mph (320 km/h). But maybe...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
19th Oct 2002, 04:23
Replies: 8
Views: 848
Posted By sierra-papa

has it been worth it? definately yes! I still...

has it been worth it?
definately yes! I still do it to some degree and still enjoy it. It keeps you on your toes and you can make a big impact on other peoples lifes. Some students can get a whole...
Forum: Medical & Health
28th Sep 2002, 00:48
Replies: 3
Views: 779
Posted By sierra-papa

gdnhalley what is BATES? sp

gdnhalley
what is BATES?
sp
Forum: Private Flying
27th Sep 2002, 12:47
Replies: 12
Views: 924
Posted By sierra-papa

To all, the french CAA's regulations are at...

To all,
the french CAA's regulations are at last as screwed up as the Swiss :( :( (or Gemany for that matter)
sp
Forum: Private Flying
27th Sep 2002, 03:07
Replies: 33
Views: 3,416
Posted By sierra-papa

--> In the US AOPA magazine there is mention of...

--> In the US AOPA magazine there is mention of the "International AOPA" (with meetings all over Europe and the whole nine yards). Just out of curiosity: Where / how does this name fit in wih all the...
Forum: Private Flying
27th Sep 2002, 02:55
Replies: 12
Views: 924
Posted By sierra-papa

mattpilot is right what concerns the logging of...

mattpilot is right what concerns the logging of flight time. Whenever you are the manipulator of the controls of an aircraft (and are legal to do so) you can write it in your logboog and count it as...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Sep 2002, 01:20
Replies: 33
Views: 3,416
Posted By sierra-papa

Mak, the AOPA here in the US are the single...

Mak,
the AOPA here in the US are the single most active voice for us GA pilots. I feel that they represent most of our concerns and needs in meetings on government level several times each week....
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Sep 2002, 13:36
Replies: 40
Views: 6,331
Posted By sierra-papa

keep it coming Whirlybird, you are definately not...

keep it coming Whirlybird, you are definately not boring your audience. 5 Years ago I almost decided to do my CPL(H) over there. Prices then were even cheaper.
I have been told that you make hover...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Sep 2002, 23:55
Replies: 123
Views: 19,902
Posted By sierra-papa

Hungry Joe, I have been waiting for somebody...

Hungry Joe,
I have been waiting for somebody with at least some firsthand info to come up on this thread. Thanks! I got tired listening to tons of mud slinging based on nothing but hearsay.
...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Sep 2002, 20:54
Replies: 6
Views: 960
Posted By sierra-papa

3top, its probably just you (getting old):D :D...

3top,
its probably just you (getting old):D :D :D
sp
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Sep 2002, 02:33
Replies: 15
Views: 1,781
Posted By sierra-papa

Good one ShyT !! Had a good laugh !! Reminds me...

Good one ShyT !! Had a good laugh !! Reminds me of certain episodes of my own. Only that you could swop where you say "rain and still cold" with "soaking from sweat and still hot"
:) :)
sp
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
17th Sep 2002, 23:31
Replies: 4
Views: 999
Posted By sierra-papa

buzzc152, maybe a little late for you because...

buzzc152,
maybe a little late for you because you were planning your trip in september, but here is pretty up to date info on new visa regulations for entry into the US:
...
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Sep 2002, 22:57
Replies: 1,031
Views: 221,819
Posted By sierra-papa

are you sure you don't think of the JAA...

are you sure you don't think of the JAA (helicopter school) in Titusville, Florida? I have feedback on that one, but not on the one in Kissimee.
sp
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Sep 2002, 03:32
Replies: 5
Views: 906
Posted By sierra-papa

Eboy, having flown this kind of operation (we...

Eboy,
having flown this kind of operation (we call it ENG - electronic news gathering) myself, I want to try give you a few insights that may help explain your question.
1. As for the helicopter,...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
17th Sep 2002, 03:02
Replies: 11
Views: 1,198
Posted By sierra-papa

All, I remember very well the time when I felt...

All,
I remember very well the time when I felt the way like some of the posters on this thread - a real life engine out?? Let's better hope that never happens :eek: I want to recomend that you find...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Sep 2002, 11:01
Replies: 123
Views: 19,902
Posted By sierra-papa

Wow... this thing has really heated up now - all...

Wow... this thing has really heated up now - all based on RUMOURS of what happened and how. The only FACTS so far on the issue is probably the NTSB report which I include below. The little picture...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Sep 2002, 01:53
Replies: 255
Views: 109,705
Posted By sierra-papa

...a little bit off topic, but.... - just to...

...a little bit off topic, but....

- just to clarify the last part of my last post (because there was some question as to the quality/condition of that MD 500 program:

I have personally flown...
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Sep 2002, 19:50
Replies: 28
Views: 5,995
Posted By sierra-papa

Cyclic Rick, the vectors of the low pressure...

Cyclic Rick,
the vectors of the low pressure area on top of the disc and the high pressure area below the disc both point upward. They don't cancel each other but make your total lift vector...
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Sep 2002, 03:39
Replies: 123
Views: 19,902
Posted By sierra-papa

I am shocked! How could the pilot get away with...

I am shocked! How could the pilot get away with all this??? He must have had a firm grip not only on the bunch of skydivers, but also the local FSDO and NTSB officials.
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Sep 2002, 18:39
Replies: 22
Views: 2,609
Posted By sierra-papa

sprocket, I'am not anymore 100% sure about the...

sprocket,
I'am not anymore 100% sure about the AS 350, but I know for a fact, that the AS 355 has only 1 accumulator and it is mounted to the tailrotor servo actuator. The AS 355 gets hydr....
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Sep 2002, 13:55
Replies: 255
Views: 109,705
Posted By sierra-papa

I agree with most of the above, especially the...

I agree with most of the above, especially the little calculation (of 3top) that compares the bottom line cost of the kit + the time to build it + hangar + insurance + financing + etc. We are talking...
Forum: Questions
8th Sep 2002, 13:14
Replies: 4
Views: 763
Posted By sierra-papa

Unhappy The jumpseat aera seems to be over, no matter who...

The jumpseat aera seems to be over, no matter who you are! :(
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Sep 2002, 18:49
Replies: 255
Views: 109,705
Posted By sierra-papa

g-spot, of all the available kit helicopters, I...

g-spot,
of all the available kit helicopters, I think the 162F is the most professional one. A lot depends on who put's it together. I personally wouln't fly it, but that's another story.
sp
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Sep 2002, 18:19
Replies: 11
Views: 1,371
Posted By sierra-papa

What the heck is an Astazou??? :confused:

What the heck is an Astazou??? :confused:
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Sep 2002, 18:09
Replies: 23
Views: 3,431
Posted By sierra-papa

nushooz ooops! Agusta is what I fly as...

nushooz

ooops! Agusta is what I fly as backup!! Didn't know they were so loud. Where can I find the source for that info? sp
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Sep 2002, 02:41
Replies: 2
Views: 780
Posted By sierra-papa

Brazil is not a JAA member. You will need a...

Brazil is not a JAA member. You will need a safetypilot even if they were JAA, because ATL language i Portuguese and don't expect too much from the kind of english that controllers in Central/South...
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