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Unbolted in Fairfield (Update on the 2022 Bell 407 GXP Crash)

Fear of Landing

APRIL 19, 2024

The helicopter turned left to return to the airport, travelling at about 85 knots. The indicated airspeed had fallen below 65 knots and was still decreasing. The helicopter was at treetop height with an indicated airspeed of zero knots when the right yaw ceased. The pilot reported two miles out.

Torque

Torque Indicated Airspeed Tail Knot

Making Like Maverick in an L-39

Jetwhine

JANUARY 17, 2024

Down low, maximum speeds can easily exceed 425 knots. The L–39’s Fowler flaps are clearly visible during the preflight inside Gauntlet Warbird’s hangar at Aurora Municipal Airport (left). At 90 knots I ease the stick back and we’re through 140 knots with gear and flaps coming up before I know it.

Knot

Knot Rudder Pilot Jet

Unbolted in Fairfield (Update on the 2022 Bell 407 GXP Crash)

Making Like Maverick in an L-39

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