Hot on the heels of our special guest episode where we hit the new industry developments, Episode 11 takes a further deep dive into emerging types.In amongst the H140 and R88s of this world, there's also the super-sleek and (over?) promising Hill Helicopters HX50 - can they make it work?The helicopter industry is constantly evolving and we're here to look at the real stuff behind the headlines. Tune in on our freq!
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Episode 10 - Special Guest, Tony Osborne
Every now and again we are going to be bringing in an industry expert into the Rotor Torque hub! For Episode 10, we welcome none other than rotor industry expert & professional journalist, Tony Osborne!Tony takes time out from his busy schedule to bring insight into the the very latest hot topics in the civil & military helicopter world. We hit the new types entering the market, the US military's upcoming rotary requirements and bring some insight into the use of helos in the Ukraine conflict . Don't skip this one!
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Episode 9 - MEDEVAC
Anyone need a rescue...? No, not from the relentless publishing schedule of your favourite podcast...This Episode hits the exciting world of MEDEVAC & SAR ops... A very different ball game in the type of flying and the support these vital services need to do their job & save lives.Let's hoist you out of your busy schedule for a moment to explore those differences, procedures & equipment, in a short, sharp hit on your helicopter soul.
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Episode 8 - Obsolescence
Becoming obsolete is a painful process for anyone(!), but what does it mean for helicopter parts and what can you do about it?Episode 8 hits just that...In the fast moving world of helicopter design & production the upgrades from "Model A" to "Model B" can result in design tweaks and that impacts everything... So how do you maintain the relevance of "A" whilst also supplying "B"?Well, that's what we're here to explain... and more!
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Episode 7 - Parts Identification
Has there been a more challenging subject than making Parts Identification sound interesting? More importantly, do we succeed in doing so? Only one way to find out!Over to you to hit play and enter the minefield of parts identification... Entertainment, education AND clarity?! See if Peter can name part numbers off the top of your head? (Spoiler.. He can). And just how do manufacturers catalogue everything? Making part numbers entertaining is challenge that we just love here on Rotor Torque!Just don't ever... EVER lose that log card!
The helicopter industry insider podcast! We’ll be delving into the rotary world of aviation & the aerospace support network that keeps the airframes flying.
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