Well, if that wasn't the best POV hele-flight video I've ever seen! Absolutely brilliant, relaxed, seriously fine flying skills and really enjoyable. Thanks Joseph and very well done.
I made some modifications to my turbo charger. Installed a Stiffer wastegate spring. That increase the boost from 4.5 psi to 7.5 psi. I also installed an intercooler underneath the right passenger seat. That helped increase horsepower as well. With the minor modifications that I’ve done I can do max performance vertical take offs at max gross weight. Not too many Rotorways can do that
@@josephpriolo1514 Very nice. I definitely noticed the strong vertical climb performance in the video. Do you have any estimate as to max hover ceiling (IGE) at max weight? Just curious how it compares with a R22. Thanks for your time.
@@edmartinelli all my testing has been at sea-level. I can say on warmer days 85+F with a density altitude of 2,000+ ft I need full throttle for vertical takeoffs at max gross weight. On cooler days 40F with low density altitude I can do max gross weight takeoffs with about 75% throttle. The Rotorway factory turbo setup up is not altitude compensating. So you lose about an 1 inch of manifold pressure per 1,000 ft of density altitude.
Joe, Need your advise. I have a private pilot fixed wing license but haven't flown in 22 years. Took introductory flight in R44 to see if I had any fear issues and everything is fine. Going to schedule more lessons and would like to purchase a Rotorway in the near future. What would you recommend in training for the Rotorway. At 580.00 per hour in the R44 could we just apply training in the Rotorway and not double up in both aircraft ? Not being the builder of the Rotorway can I still fly without a license? Should I continue training to the point of solo in the R44 and then finish with you on the Rotorway? Thanks Gregg in Northern Ca.
Gregg, any training in helicopters would obviously be beneficial. If you purchase a Rotorway you can do all your training in the Rotorway. For you since you have a Private Fixed-wing certificate you would be adding on the helicopter Private. FAA regulations dictate that 30 hours of training is required. 20 hours of dual and 10 hours of solo. Obviously that is the bare minimum and most people need more time. There are a couple of Designated Pilot Examiners (DPE’s) that I know of that will give you a check ride in your Rotorway. Chris Tronaas is a CFI and Rotorway owner in Chino, CA that has a DPE that can give you a checkride in your personally owed machine. Mark Peterson out of Foley, AL also has a DPE that will give you a checkride in your owed machine. So in short yes you can trainand fly in your own Rotorway. You can train and fly solo with a proper endorsement from me or any other Helicopter CFI. Hope this helps
@@josephpriolo1514 Yes, That helps a lot. The 30 hours if required for a license but what is required to legally fly my Heli ? A solo endorsement ? And what is your rate in your Heli or mine? Thanks A Ton, Gregg
@@1gdfoster1 hello Greg, my daily rate for travel is $950 per day. That gets you as much flight and ground training as you can handle. That covers all my expenses to travel to your location. If you come to Florida I charge $100 per flight hour in my helicopter. If you’re a quick learner 2 days will get you a Solo Hover endorsement in your machine.
That’d be nice if there were a way to refuel at a gas station. I imagine that’d be possible if carried a gas can maybe, and landed off site in a nearby field.
Is the peddle configuration adjustable? Having the left foot so much higher than the right looks sort of uncomfortable for an hour's time. Cheers from Louisiana.
The builder can adjust the length of the pedals based on preference. During forward flight the tail rotor is offloaded by the vertical stabilizer. So during forward flight you use left pedal to keep the helicopter in trim.
@@josephpriolo1514 I didn't know that. Teaching an old fixed-wing SEL something new every day. at what airspeed does the vertical stab become unaffected or useless? I note a lot of things taking place from liftoff to forward flight transition. Sort of like cat juggling.
@@radioace318la a rough estimate is about less than 30 mph when the vertical stab losses effectiveness and additional tailrotor thrust (right pedal) needs to start being applied.
Well, if that wasn't the best POV hele-flight video I've ever seen! Absolutely brilliant, relaxed, seriously fine flying skills and really enjoyable. Thanks Joseph and very well done.
Fun flights. Thanks for the video. Personal preference, I don’t think I’d have a full bottle of soda that close to my instruments.
Everyone is Having a Fun Day in the Florida Sunshine.
Awesome flight !
Can't they adjust the squelch?
Question: Why did you say that “power was no longer an issue” after liftoff? Did you do any engine mods? Just curious.
I made some modifications to my turbo charger. Installed a Stiffer wastegate spring. That increase the boost from 4.5 psi to 7.5 psi. I also installed an intercooler underneath the right passenger seat. That helped increase horsepower as well. With the minor modifications that I’ve done I can do max performance vertical take offs at max gross weight. Not too many Rotorways can do that
@@josephpriolo1514 Very nice. I definitely noticed the strong vertical climb performance in the video. Do you have any estimate as to max hover ceiling (IGE) at max weight? Just curious how it compares with a R22. Thanks for your time.
@@edmartinelli all my testing has been at sea-level. I can say on warmer days 85+F with a density altitude of 2,000+ ft I need full throttle for vertical takeoffs at max gross weight. On cooler days 40F with low density altitude I can do max gross weight takeoffs with about 75% throttle. The Rotorway factory turbo setup up is not altitude compensating. So you lose about an 1 inch of manifold pressure per 1,000 ft of density altitude.
I'm interested in Rotorway (RotorX) and in learning to fly a helicopter. I live in central Florida now (Villages). Any way I can contact you directly?
You can call or text me at 239-560-4359
Joe, Need your advise. I have a private pilot fixed wing license but haven't flown in 22 years. Took introductory flight in R44 to see if I had any fear issues and everything is fine. Going to schedule more lessons and would like to purchase a Rotorway in the near future. What would you recommend in training for the Rotorway. At 580.00 per hour in the R44 could we just apply training in the Rotorway and not double up in both aircraft ? Not being the builder of the Rotorway can I still fly without a license? Should I continue training to the point of solo in the R44 and then finish with you on the Rotorway? Thanks Gregg in Northern Ca.
Gregg, any training in helicopters would obviously be beneficial. If you purchase a Rotorway you can do all your training in the Rotorway. For you since you have a Private Fixed-wing certificate you would be adding on the helicopter Private. FAA regulations dictate that 30 hours of training is required. 20 hours of dual and 10 hours of solo. Obviously that is the bare minimum and most people need more time. There are a couple of Designated Pilot Examiners (DPE’s) that I know of that will give you a check ride in your Rotorway. Chris Tronaas is a CFI and Rotorway owner in Chino, CA that has a DPE that can give you a checkride in your personally owed machine. Mark Peterson out of Foley, AL also has a DPE that will give you a checkride in your owed machine. So in short yes you can trainand fly in your own Rotorway. You can train and fly solo with a proper endorsement from me or any other Helicopter CFI. Hope this helps
@@josephpriolo1514 Yes, That helps a lot. The 30 hours if required for a license but what is required to legally fly my Heli ? A solo endorsement ? And what is your rate in your Heli or mine?
Thanks A Ton, Gregg
@@1gdfoster1 hello Greg, my daily rate for travel is $950 per day. That gets you as much flight and ground training as you can handle. That covers all my expenses to travel to your location. If you come to Florida I charge $100 per flight hour in my helicopter. If you’re a quick learner 2 days will get you a Solo Hover endorsement in your machine.
@@josephpriolo1514 That sounds Good.. Thanks Again
@@josephpriolo1514 does the rotorway count as an experimental? Do you even need an endorsement on your fixed wing to fly at all?
That’d be nice if there were a way to refuel at a gas station. I imagine that’d be possible if carried a gas can maybe, and landed off site in a nearby field.
I’ve carried 5 gallon fuel cans to refuel on cross country flights. Also you can use 100LL aviation fuel. So I can top off at most airports if needed
@@josephpriolo1514 👍 good idea. *just thought about the fumes though from the empty cans🤷♂️
@@josephpriolo1514how long would it take to fly one of these from Phoenix Arizona to Las Angeles California
@@phoenixarizona8441 probably about 3-3.5 hours with a fuel stop required
Is the peddle configuration adjustable? Having the left foot so much higher than the right looks sort of uncomfortable for an hour's time.
Cheers from Louisiana.
The builder can adjust the length of the pedals based on preference. During forward flight the tail rotor is offloaded by the vertical stabilizer. So during forward flight you use left pedal to keep the helicopter in trim.
@@josephpriolo1514 I didn't know that. Teaching an old fixed-wing SEL something new every day. at what airspeed does the vertical stab become unaffected or useless? I note a lot of things taking place from liftoff to forward flight transition. Sort of like cat juggling.
@@radioace318la a rough estimate is about less than 30 mph when the vertical stab losses effectiveness and additional tailrotor thrust (right pedal) needs to start being applied.