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Forum: Rotorheads
31st Mar 2010, 14:24
Replies: 925
Views: 349,710
Posted By HOSS 1

X2 Flying?

Was driving around South Florida today and saw a strange looking coaxial flying machine being chased around the sky by a S-76.

Looked to be going pretty fast,too.
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Mar 2010, 22:31
Replies: 12
Views: 3,290
Posted By HOSS 1

Happy Birthday S-76 - 33 years young

Imagine that. Thirty three years ago today, John Dixson and Nick Lappos took the very first S-76 on its very first flight.
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Feb 2009, 13:26
Replies: 354
Views: 88,105
Posted By HOSS 1

FH- On the 76C++, yes, the PCL's do need to...

FH-

On the 76C++, yes, the PCL's do need to come almost all the way back for idle. The engines govern on N1 (rather than N2) when you come out of fly. So, when you come back, you can slew the...
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Feb 2009, 16:46
Replies: 354
Views: 88,105
Posted By HOSS 1

Shawn- From my FSI training, the ECL...

Shawn-

From my FSI training, the ECL "sensors" are located directly above the throttle handles. There are a couple linear potentiometers for each throttle. Reversed polarity for fault detection....
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Jan 2009, 16:09
Replies: 354
Views: 88,105
Posted By HOSS 1

The above poster is correct. Once an engine is...

The above poster is correct. Once an engine is shutdown by the overspeed system, protection is inhibited on the remaining engine. But, I wonder just how high the N2 would get. The DECU is pretty...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Jan 2009, 23:50
Replies: 354
Views: 88,105
Posted By HOSS 1

True the overspeed circuit will shutdown the...

True the overspeed circuit will shutdown the first engine to 120%. But remember, the engines are N2 governed. The DECUs would be pulling back fuel as fast as possible. So the fantastical Hollywood...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Jan 2009, 13:00
Replies: 354
Views: 88,105
Posted By HOSS 1

77- Yes. My point is there is no tail rotor...

77- Yes. My point is there is no tail rotor "pre-load" waiting to roll you over when SAS is removed. But, I believe most pilots have little appreciation for just how demanding an unaugmented...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Jan 2009, 22:14
Replies: 354
Views: 88,105
Posted By HOSS 1

Think About It

77-

So, let me get this straight. You actually believe that if the AFCS/SAS were to immediately go offline while in high speed cruise, the t/r thrust will somehow cause the aircraft to...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Aug 2008, 04:37
Replies: 6
Views: 1,750
Posted By HOSS 1

SAS is exactly right. Nick is the Steve Irwin...

SAS is exactly right. Nick is the Steve Irwin of rotorcraft!

"Look at that inverted dual convex spindle bearing, Isn't she a BEAUTY !!!"

:}
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Aug 2008, 19:56
Replies: 60
Views: 17,336
Posted By HOSS 1

I am another vote for Ocean. I was one of the...

I am another vote for Ocean. I was one of the FIRST students through their doors and would have stayed there if it hadn't been for a long-gone partner they originally had. But that is ancient...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
19th Aug 2008, 16:38
Replies: 0
Views: 1,429
Posted By HOSS 1

Grob Aerospace Bankrupt

Since this a RUMOR network, a little bird was chirping that Grob Aerospace, developers of the G180 biz jet, has filed for bankruptcy. Same little bird said the employees were notified today.
...
Forum: Flight Testing
4th Aug 2008, 21:35
Replies: 25
Views: 18,597
Posted By HOSS 1

The formal accident report is released? I...

The formal accident report is released? I would assume it is a public document if it is a government authority. Any links?
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Jul 2008, 15:21
Replies: 25
Views: 5,954
Posted By HOSS 1

Take your time

I too have done this. From a R44.

Suggestions: Make sure you are not too close to the pin / hole / target. If two or more balls go in the cup it is a real hassle. The video above is good...
Forum: Flight Testing
11th Jun 2008, 20:27
Replies: 9
Views: 3,310
Posted By HOSS 1

No More

The Germans HAD tp1 and tp2 ratings. But since the JAA standardization they are now just bragging ratings. A few of my co-workers still have the paper, but in reality, it means little (other than...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Apr 2008, 07:14
Replies: 1,304
Views: 596,328
Posted By HOSS 1

Maximum No-Fly Storage Time without Preservation

Hello,

The company I work for has a "pet" 206L, that rarely flies. They keep up with the annuals and all inspections / maint. However, the sad fact is the thing almost never flies. And, it...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Apr 2008, 05:17
Replies: 10
Views: 3,962
Posted By HOSS 1

Interesting that he claims a FAA person with whom...

Interesting that he claims a FAA person with whom he had had a personal issue, instigated all this.

Could one (or two) people within the FAA really have the power to do all this?
Seems his...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Apr 2008, 20:11
Replies: 10
Views: 3,962
Posted By HOSS 1

Van Nevel vs FAA

Here is a disturbing story about a small helo manufacturer trying to make it, and some vengeful FAA thugs. Armed snipers for a helicopter company raid? Is this really what has become of the USA?...
Forum: Flight Testing
18th Mar 2008, 17:09
Replies: 14
Views: 2,778
Posted By HOSS 1

So, someone, why did you get banned?

So, someone, why did you get banned?
Forum: Flight Testing
18th Mar 2008, 17:07
Replies: 14
Views: 2,778
Posted By HOSS 1

Another One

There is another rumor that a composite bizjet developer in Bavaria Germany is looking for experienced flight test engineers. Also, REALLY looking for experienced instrumentation engineers.

Up to...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Mar 2008, 12:48
Replies: 2,002
Views: 664,543
Posted By HOSS 1

Regarding the elastomeric bearing failure. This...

Regarding the elastomeric bearing failure. This is nothing new for Sikorsky. Has happened on the hawk series many times. But, a tech rep told me the occurrence rate has gone way down thank to some...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Mar 2008, 09:58
Replies: 1,327
Views: 375,504
Posted By HOSS 1

Regarding footnote 4: >>15 gallon increase...

Regarding footnote 4:

>>15 gallon increase in fuel

And the assumption is all of that is usable? According to the SA representitves at Heliexpo, the increase is due to a reshaping of the tank...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Mar 2008, 08:08
Replies: 925
Views: 349,710
Posted By HOSS 1

This pilot is "007"??? C'mon, EVERYBODY...

This pilot is "007"???

C'mon, EVERYBODY knows it should say "Bart" :ok:
Forum: Flight Testing
24th Jan 2008, 06:24
Replies: 12
Views: 2,740
Posted By HOSS 1

Perhaps. But I've never heard of a Citation CJ3...

Perhaps. But I've never heard of a Citation CJ3 referred to as a VLJ.

Grob is a young company (new owners), fast paced, and interesting, from what I hear. Apparently the new owners are not shy...
Forum: Flight Testing
23rd Jan 2008, 23:07
Replies: 12
Views: 2,740
Posted By HOSS 1

The SPn is CERTAINLY NOT a VLJ. Not even close....

The SPn is CERTAINLY NOT a VLJ. Not even close.


FTI is Instrumentation. Needed for SPn.
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Jan 2008, 06:28
Replies: 3
Views: 1,896
Posted By HOSS 1

While researching the history of old Sikorskys,...

While researching the history of old Sikorskys, one of the real old timers that had been there (Harry Hleva) relayed an interesting story.

While trying to set the helicopter speed record, the...
Forum: Flight Testing
6th Dec 2007, 14:23
Replies: 2
Views: 1,991
Posted By HOSS 1

According to the current Grob test pilot (who was...

According to the current Grob test pilot (who was at Grob back then, but not flying), the G110 got into an un-recoverable spin on its second spin flight. The pilot bailed out and the plane was...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Dec 2007, 07:21
Replies: 12
Views: 3,677
Posted By HOSS 1

That second aircraft pictured is still known...

That second aircraft pictured is still known affectionately as "The Beagle".

The story, as told to me by the old timer flight testers, goes as such...

Management desired to have the marketing...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Nov 2007, 10:30
Replies: 8
Views: 1,921
Posted By HOSS 1

After the 1st, all others are simply copying...

1949 Sikorsky S-52 :ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Nov 2007, 07:25
Replies: 1,327
Views: 375,504
Posted By HOSS 1

Yes, EXACTLY why the gen is turned off. And,...

Yes, EXACTLY why the gen is turned off. And, speaking of power checks, that PITA three minute wait during a Arriel ground power check is also a function of the engine being N1 rated.

The same...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Nov 2007, 11:27
Replies: 1,327
Views: 375,504
Posted By HOSS 1

DC Gen = Mo Powa

Regarding the increase in Arriel Power with a fully loaded DC Generator.

The Arriels limit power based either on N1 (compressor) speed or output torque. If you are not limited by torque, the...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Oct 2007, 21:00
Replies: 1,615
Views: 1,869,324
Posted By HOSS 1

I thought everyone used Miner's Cumulative...

I thought everyone used Miner's Cumulative Damage. Do the cert agencies allow life determination with a residual strain energy method?


The strain gage there is quite standard in flight test...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Aug 2007, 13:40
Replies: 5
Views: 1,619
Posted By HOSS 1

Great idea. Hey, I know, we could get a strobe...

Great idea. Hey, I know, we could get a strobe light, time it to the RPM of the blades, and track them that way. No need for the camera.

Oh, wait...:rolleyes:
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Aug 2007, 05:49
Replies: 181
Views: 28,350
Posted By HOSS 1

In regards to the comment about learning more...

In regards to the comment about learning more about the R22/44, while that may be true, I found a vast majority of the topics covered at the safety course to be generic to any rotorcraft. Most of...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Aug 2007, 08:40
Replies: 10
Views: 2,579
Posted By HOSS 1

Actually, it looks to me like he just clips the...

Actually, it looks to me like he just clips the first light, but nails the second one.

Also looks like he may have (inadvertantly?) drifted to the right. Cross wind coming up the hill perhaps?
...
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Jul 2007, 09:46
Replies: 6
Views: 2,418
Posted By HOSS 1

Sorry to hear about your misfortune, but.. ...

Sorry to hear about your misfortune, but..

How about the shop that issued the airworthiness tag on the part? You should be able to contact them and get a copy of all the work orders documenting...
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