Density Altitude, Tail and Torque

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Density Altitude

Tail

Torque

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

Fear of Landing

APRIL 19, 2024

The operator confirmed that the tail rotor had been installed the day before the accident. A mechanic had found a worn feathering bearing in the tail rotor hub and blade assembly. Then he followed the installation procedure, including the mast nut torque application. He asked a mechanic to come and verify the mast nut torque.

Torque

Torque Indicated Airspeed Tail Knot

Nothing Small About It

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

True, a slightly higher aspect ratio wing was desired, which in turn required a larger vertical tail and thus a little extra mass, but the size, approximately 20% larger than a Widgeon, was set. Another advantage of the counter-rotating props is the elimination of torque roll.

Airplanes

Airplanes Rudder Knot Aileron

Aviator Connection

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

Nothing Small About It

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