
Long Line work in an R44 - General Helicopter Forum
2014年1月7日 · The engineering and testing was submitted and an STC was issued approving the installation of the R44 cargo hook. §1.1 - External-load attaching means: Means the structural components used to attach an external load to an aircraft, including external-load containers, the backup structure at the attachment points, and any quick-release device ...
R44 External load (Seeding bucket) - Utility/Offshore - Vertical ...
2008年1月25日 · The hook capacity (using an OnBoard Systems Hook) is 800 lb. I've had quite a bit of experience in the past doing long line work with R-44's. Typically I never run more than 1 hour worth of fuel (approximately 90 lb) when doing that type of work.
R44 Parts Wanted - Vertical Reference Helicopter Forums
2022年9月29日 · R44 Parts; if anyone has any used ones to get rid of. Looking to purchase: Cargo Hook and/or Mirror Tundra Pads (Bear Paws) Cargo Basket, Alaska Racks, Pods.
Swivel - Utility/Offshore - Vertical Reference Helicopter Forums
2015年5月22日 · Hello, Looking for a source for swivel hooks for the cargo end of a 100 foot line for a Robinson R44.I am new to the Robinson R44, but I am used to using a swivel hook at the end of the line when longlining. Often lifting unusual loads that have a tendency to twist so a swivel is important.This t...
Lateral weight and balance question (R22 / R44)
2009年9月22日 · Hi. Am a new helicopter pilot convert after 20 years of fixed wing flying (but don't hold that against me). Am confused about something I've found in the W&B records of both an R22 and an R44. (These are the most recent W&B's records that are in the RFM / POH.) In the case of the R44, as an example, the weight (basic empty weight) is 1507.
NVG Training vs. Instrument Training vs. Long Line Training
2015年1月28日 · For you flight school owners out there - If you had the option of equipping your R44 with a full instrument panel, a cargo hook, or buying a set of NVGs; all of which would be used to incorporate into a training program, which would you choose and why?
Helibanners? - General Helicopter Forum - Vertical Reference …
2007年7月27日 · The helicopter then began to rotate. The pilot reduced the throttle to idle in an attempt to reduce the torque and rotations about the vertical axis. He then lowered the nose to gain airspeed. The helicopter impacted terrain in a near vertical attitude. The helicopter was equipped with an electrical and manual release for the banner tow hook.
Robinson working on new R44 model? - General Helicopter Forum ...
2015年11月15日 · All Activity; Home ; Vertical Reference Helicopter Message Board ; General Helicopter Forum ; Robinson working on new R44 model?
Selecting the right helicopter... - General Helicopter Forum
2005年12月12日 · Hello. I will be finishing up my license in a month or so and I am looking to buy my first helo. I live in the D.C. area and here is sort of what I am looking for: - Comfortable Interior- Seats at least 4- Range of at least 300 miles- Reasonable mx costs- Easy to operate and maintain …
R22 Collective Controlled Hobbs - General Helicopter Forum
2008年11月13日 · So if you hook up a seperate collective-up + oil pressure activated hobbs, you have to multiply the number off the Hobbs by that standard. This may be beneficial for flight schools since you have a lot of collective down time (startup/shutdowns, set downs between manuevers, autos, etc.) It's a pain in the butt to have to do all the math.