Fear of Landing

JUNE 28, 2024

The flight plan referenced the current weather, specifically noting a westerly wind at 15 knots at 5,000 feet above mean sea level, with gusts up to 25 knots at higher altitudes. Reducing the lift and decreasing the torque effect helped to stabilize the helicopter. The pair took off from Gruyère Aérodrome at 14:00.

Rudder 96

Rudder Tail Lift Knot 96

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. He asked a mechanic to come and verify the mast nut torque.

Torque 76

Torque Indicated Airspeed Tail Knot 76

Vintage Aviation News

JULY 22, 2024

This device was designed to counteract the torque of the XT40. While the XF-84H did demonstrate incredible acceleration, it was plagued with problems. ” The lone surviving Thunderscreech during its time as a gate guard at Meadows Field, Bakersfield, California.

Torque 96

Torque Cockpit Jet Stability 96