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Forum: Rotorheads
15th Jan 2006, 17:43
Replies: 745
Views: 107,265
Posted By sparks and stuff

RTW in Autogyro

Hear a few rumblings about a few attempts and some pipe dreams but nothing concrete yet. Would be great to see sombody comitted enough to make a viable attempt at it again. I was involved with a...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
2nd Jan 2006, 17:33
Replies: 1
Views: 785
Posted By sparks and stuff

probs with epo unit

Was just wondering if anybody has had any experience with spurious indications from the epo/low rotor warning units fitted to schwizers fitted with a 250 c20w?.I am informed that this unit is also...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Dec 2005, 19:58
Replies: 91
Views: 15,626
Posted By sparks and stuff

wake up and smell the coffee!!!

sad to hear sombody bleating on about how they have been done wrong and just how things aint right. cant see what the fuss is all about, surley you must have got into aviation with your eyes wide...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
3rd Dec 2005, 19:43
Replies: 0
Views: 1,261
Posted By sparks and stuff

cossor crm 544

anybody out there got a copy of any manuals for the cossor crm 544 kicking around that they dont need or perhaps could let me have a copy of? i know it is a bit old hat as far as test equipment goes...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Mar 2005, 19:57
Replies: 96
Views: 27,460
Posted By sparks and stuff

Another to consider

On the subject of compression ingnition engines for helicopters then how about the realy excelent engine from Wilksch?. This is a very clever modular designed engine that has fantastic...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
21st Mar 2005, 18:16
Replies: 62
Views: 21,285
Posted By sparks and stuff

Be careful....

Wanty, as a LAE I would be looking at having you removed from my crew and given some help before classing you as safe to work on aircraft. It scares me to think that thoses thoughts are in your head...
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Mar 2005, 18:18
Replies: 44
Views: 9,317
Posted By sparks and stuff

Beautiful

Must be sad but the venerable Bell 47 gets my vote everytime. Bell 212 comes a close second....Picking the ugly ducklings are easy-stand up and take a bow WAH 64 and Puma, yeuch!!!
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
4th Mar 2005, 22:22
Replies: 27
Views: 4,948
Posted By sparks and stuff

Engineers

Chuckle inside when I see people with job titles like "Sales Engineer" or even "Software Engineer" since these jobs have very little in the way of what I would consider to be Engineering in them!....
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
28th Feb 2005, 17:09
Replies: 14
Views: 3,737
Posted By sparks and stuff

Mounting points

Please excuse my ignorance but being from rotary wing I have no knowledge of this system, but find it very intresting. Do any other aircraft come with the hardpoints on the wings? Are the hard points...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
24th Feb 2005, 21:33
Replies: 1
Views: 890
Posted By sparks and stuff

Torque computer

Guess you have been looking at the torque computer that is fitted to the Gazelle. This is actualy a very clever design that is totaly reliable and easy to use. It would not be impossible to make it...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Feb 2005, 13:00
Replies: 745
Views: 107,265
Posted By sparks and stuff

You speak for all of us

Was just reading this thread. Would like to add that I feel that you are speaking for all of us Silsoe Sid.
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
21st Feb 2005, 12:35
Replies: 7
Views: 1,149
Posted By sparks and stuff

Thanks

A big thanks to everybody that has replied so far. Was saddened to read you reply max and think it should be taken in context with comments on another thread on this forum. Read " what does it take...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Feb 2005, 10:10
Replies: 59
Views: 6,848
Posted By sparks and stuff

Fantastic shots!

Blender Pilot. clicked on the www button and congratulate you on a fantastic portfolio of pics, loved them all. Well worh a browse if anybody has the time.
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
16th Feb 2005, 10:07
Replies: 7
Views: 1,149
Posted By sparks and stuff

I know

Thanks for the replies. As a LAE i do a lot of radio checks on lots of permit aircraft and private machines. As you are all no doubt aware there is next to no money in this bracket and only manage to...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Feb 2005, 09:30
Replies: 5
Views: 1,379
Posted By sparks and stuff

Touche!

Not quite what i had in mind but like where you are coming from!!
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Feb 2005, 13:30
Replies: 4
Views: 723
Posted By sparks and stuff

Avionics

You would be well served to have a mode 4 transponder fitted. Should help with any issues with the military. GPS system is ok with only the same restrictions as all over the globe, could be turned...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Feb 2005, 20:53
Replies: 5
Views: 1,379
Posted By sparks and stuff

Wrecks and relics

Was just wondering if anybody has any good pics of helicopters after they have reached the end of their working lifes. There must be loads of old machines hidden at the sides of airfields and behind...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
14th Feb 2005, 20:34
Replies: 7
Views: 1,149
Posted By sparks and stuff

Atc 600

trying hard to find a source to purchase an ATC 600 from. Has anybody got one that might be up for sale or know where one could be got from?Cheers
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Feb 2005, 11:13
Replies: 0
Views: 826
Posted By sparks and stuff

Volmet

Does anybody else have any problems receiving volmet North 126.60 when the weather is just marginaly bad?. I thought it may be my home receiver here at Teeside but it doesn`t pick up in the air...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Dec 2004, 12:55
Replies: 12
Views: 1,392
Posted By sparks and stuff

Sounds great

Sounds like we are on for a win/win situation. The end result will be that any rotary wing fans will be able to purchase a book of the best helicopter images ever , taken by people who know and love...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Dec 2004, 21:47
Replies: 12
Views: 1,392
Posted By sparks and stuff

Book?

Please forgive me if this has come up before but since this is the best source world wide for rotary wing aviation, has anybody thought to archive the many fantastic pictures posted on this forum and...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th Dec 2004, 21:27
Replies: 130
Views: 44,887
Posted By sparks and stuff

Cross country

If you have any reason to doubt the cross country capability of our machines then you might be intrested to note that basicaly a stock VPM M16 Autogyro was flown non stop from Lands End to Wick in...
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Dec 2004, 19:44
Replies: 130
Views: 44,887
Posted By sparks and stuff

Gyro data

Hi there,can i direct you to our company web site-www.magnigyro.com-you will find details there of our comprehensive range of Autogyros and will only be too glad to answer any questions that you...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Dec 2004, 20:39
Replies: 18
Views: 2,340
Posted By sparks and stuff

212 in auto

Have witnessed a 212 that was on wrong heading pick up and re position using only blade inertia!
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Nov 2004, 20:26
Replies: 55
Views: 10,935
Posted By sparks and stuff

Dohhh

For the last bloody time it goes"Y M C A " and if you dont learn the moves you are out of here!

"does my bum look big in this?"
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Nov 2004, 20:46
Replies: 745
Views: 107,265
Posted By sparks and stuff

My viewpoint

I figure that in response to the e-mails and calls that i have had, it is about time i was to put the record straight on the story so far. The colapse of the expedition has affected everybody and i...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Oct 2004, 10:46
Replies: 745
Views: 107,265
Posted By sparks and stuff

Wait out

I have read the comments made here and feel that it is pertinent to put a few points straight. The figure for the estimated repair bill was decided by the pilot himself and was reached without any...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Oct 2004, 20:51
Replies: 745
Views: 107,265
Posted By sparks and stuff

Inspection

As SS has eluded to in his last post, there will be a full inspection of the aircraft on its return to Dishforth. Whilst this will not be a forensic examination to prove any points, it will be...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Oct 2004, 10:34
Replies: 745
Views: 107,265
Posted By sparks and stuff

What is said

As i am sure you are all aware the extraction of pilot and aircraft is well underway and both will be soon back home safe to Yorkshire. It may be hard to belive somtimes but i guess that until proved...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Oct 2004, 19:19
Replies: 745
Views: 107,265
Posted By sparks and stuff

Truth time

Can confirm that Barry has said that there was damage to the aircraft but nothing terminal. He does not want to fly it anymore and plans are inhand for an extraction of Barry and the aircraft back...
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Oct 2004, 20:59
Replies: 745
Views: 107,265
Posted By sparks and stuff

Unhappy its all over

there has been lots of guessing about the future of Global Eagle. Guess no more, it is over and thats it. watch for details on web site. Sorry folks, guess you will need a new thread now.
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