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Recent VR Forum Posts
Thursday, March 28, 2024

Thank you, appreciate the info.

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Taking a look at your options is a great first step. First ask yourself these questions. Do I want to be a Soldier? Because that will and does come first. Next do I want to be an Army Aviator? What is that? and what does that involve? What types of aircraft, missions etc. There are always dues to pay, staying on your current civilian path or choosing the Army. The current service obligation for flight school is 10yrs. Your current skills will help you although not required, the Army will teach you what you need to know about helicopters. At least how the Army uses helicopters! Just some thoughts, Best of Luck. Zoner

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Hi, Does anyone has had electrical failure experience on the electrical circuit of rotor servos of AIRBUS helicopters? The problem is offten seen in Brazil and I´m wondering if is there any maintenance technic on the helicopter that is contrbuting for this occurency, so we can improve it and reduce this cost. Thanks for any advice or experience shared.

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Aside from the additional starting cycles on the engine, if you're starting it every 2 hours, what happens if you get a flight at the 1 hr 50 min mark? You're gonna have to run it up, then shut it down, then get out and inspect the blades, then run it back up again. That vs just putting covers on from the start; removing the blade covers will definitely take less time. That being said.. if you let a little FROST get on your blades, you won't even feel a difference if you start up and fly. No big deal. ICE and SNOW on the other hand are obviously different.

Friday, March 15, 2024

I apologize if this has been asked previously, but I was I unable to find any discussions related. To give a background, I am a 25 year old male, have an associates degree, and multiple civilian pilots licenses up to commercial multi engine airplane. I have been working a full time job to pay for my CFI license (flight instructor), but am terrified of getting stuck in a cycle of working jobs to continue saving. My local recruiter reached out to me recently to discuss routes I may be able to take with the Army. I have been doing a lot of research on the street to seat WOFT program the Army offers, and I am extremely interested. I understand the physical and mental demand the program will face me with, but am very curious to find out how my current skills and knowledge in aviation will translate. I know absolutely nothing about helicopters currently. I am also eager to take any advice you all would have to offer.

Saturday, March 9, 2024

I know it’s an old thread but someone find it useful to know that you an get a s64 Skycrane according to conditions and location for average of 9 to 13 thousand an hour

Saturday, March 9, 2024

Hi! I’m currently in the market to purchase Bell 429. If you guys have any information, please let me know. Thanks!

Friday, March 8, 2024

Greetings! Please help me to identify which helicopter this grip belongs to. SIKORSKY Helicopter GRIP ASSY S1640-62104-6J Thanks!

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

I hope you're still around! I stumbled upon your post from four years ago, and I couldn't help but wonder how your career journey has unfolded since then. It's been quite a while, and I hope you've managed to find the clarity and fulfillment you were seeking back then. Transitioning from aerospace engineering to rotor-wing aviation is a bold move, but it sounds like it could have been the right choice for you. Griffin Cleverly's story might have resonated with you as you considered your own career path. If you did make the switch, I'd love to hear about your experiences and how it's been for you. If not, I hope you've found some other way to reignite your passion and enthusiasm for your work.

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Hi There! We are restoring a Bell 47 G 4A and need some information if anyone is willing to assist. 1. Would anyone know if the Bell 47 gearbox is the same as the one on a Bell 206? Who sells these gearboxes overhauled? 2. Where can we get a copy of the service bulletins / instructions and Technical bulletins? Thank you!