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Why is the lower right of a helicopter dangerous?
a crash. The shaded area on the lower right is dangerous due to the airspeed and proximity to the ground resulting in dramatically reduced reaction time for the pilot in the case of mechanical failure, or other in-flight emergencies. This shaded area at the lower right is not portrayed in H/V diagrams for multiengine helicopters capable of safely
Are there any fictional aircraft in the world?
A lot of thought has gone into the fictional aircraft that have appeared in books, films and TV shows. This is a tribute to the clever and imaginative people who have put their aviation know-how to use in producing flying ‘stars’. These aircraft are characters in their own right, and have entered the consciousness of millions.
What kind of aircraft is the Angel Interceptor?
From the British puppet show Captain Scarlet, the Angel interceptor was a VTOL supersonic fighter. The type has an airspike on the nose (a good idea for hypersonic flight) and a ‘wave-riding’ wing. Clever stuff. 6. Air Wolf Like Blue Thunder, Air Wolf was another transvestite helicopter (I wish I could think of a good pun to describe that).
How does takeoff and climb affect helicopter performance?
Takeoff and climb performance is greatly affected by wind. When taking off into a headwind, effective translational lift is achieved earlier, resulting in more lift and a steeper climb angle. When taking off with a tailwind, more distance is required to accelerate through translation lift.
Why was there a helicopter accident in August 1988?
Vol. 14 No. 5 July/August 1988. As a result of a series of widely publicized commercial air transport accidents and near accidents that have been attrib- uted to wind shear and downburst atmospheric conditions, it is timely to examine their effect on the rapidly increasing num- bers of rotary wing aircraft.
How does cold weather affect a helicopter’s performance?
Most of these have to do with icing and not with cold conditions as such. In fact, as Lift is directly proportional to density (L $\\propto$ $\\rho$), helicopters have better performance in cold weather (as air density is higher) and rotors produce more lift.
When to expect an emergency in a helicopter?
Today, helicopters are quite reliable. However, emergencies do occur, whether a result of mechanical failure or pilot error, and should be anticipated. Regardless of the cause, the recovery needs to be quick and precise. By having a thorough knowledge of the helicopter and its systems, a pilot is able to handle the situation more readily.