Absolutely superlative professionalism from the pilot. Knows everything about every feature and is explaining every step and stage of his start up processes. Taking nothing for granted being transparent in every way. Good man. I love the answer "because the manual says to do it that way"! Sticking to the script for the scripts sake. What an example of aviator.
Without question one of the best demonstrations of the function of any aircraft I've ever seen. Pilot is professional to the core and explains everything in a manner understandable to this non pilot. Thanks very much. Gorgeous aircraft.
@@simon8089, he accidentally landed on a taxiway not too long ago, and busted minimum separation by flying right over a passenger jet that was holding short of the runway on that taxiway.
Andrew is an absolute living legend. Highly professional and 4 sure a competent pilot. Thanks 4 this walkaround masterpiece Nick, with nice explanatory pop ups, it was a pleasure to watch u 2 and N23JB.
I have nothing but respect for anyone who flies fixed wing or rotor aircraft......even with all the automation.....and that includes Nick.......thanks from a former Connecticut resident...
What a beast of a helicopter - loafs along at 140 knots and very relaxing to fly for a single pilot with all the automation. Andrew is a cool pilot. :)
hcoptertx it’s surprising how much both pilots and mechanics don’t know about each other’s job. And in my airplane, the B744/B748, same goes for loadmasters, air traffic controllers, dispatchers, and the occasional veterinarian that I’ll fly (when animals are on board; predominantly race horses). And on my passenger charter flights, I rely heavily on my FA’s. None of us really know each other’s job. That’s why we’ve got CRM. Some jobs require more training and experience than others, but we all have to work as a team to make the metal move.
One of, if not the best overview of a complex aircraft. Starting with the walk around, continuing with Agusta Westland AW109's interior, its avionics and mechanical controls. Compliments to the pilot on his knowledge and the ability to articulate the various systems, their function(s) even being asked questions he maintained composure while staying on point. In the air it is where it shined! Nicely done.
Thanks Nick, best review you've done. As a pilot I really loved the technical detail on such a beautiful aircraft. Thanks Andrew for your commentary and participation. I guessed wrong the other week, didn't think many people would operate a 109 C these days but still nice!
Wow, this was a really comprehensive video! Some very nice post production with the text sidebars (some a little brief), closeups and highlighting of the relevant gauges. Thanks for taking the time and trouble to put this together!
Great video Nick, Andrew really knows his stuff and it’s great to see him so willing to share his knowledge and aircraft in such depth. I bet the ground course on that A109 is pretty involved!
i wanted to point out an error. thomas coupling just connects driveshafts. engines are mounted using a torque shaft. also, if one engine fails, the other engine doesnt ramp up, that will throw it into over speed and just a few minutes means the other engine will need replaced too. what happens is it stays at the same rpm (100%) but will be forced to pull more torque. the pilot probably meant it like this but just to clarify
Under “normal” conditions the remaining engine, (in a multi-engined helicopter), DOES NOT go into overspeed when one has failed. The engine governing system, (one on each engine), with either both, or one engine, operating is tasked with maintaining rotor rpm at 100% NR, (or whatever rpm is set by the manufacturer). In the case of an engine failure the remaining engine “sees” a decrease in NR and compensates by increasing power up to its maximum , (topping), which, unless controlled properly will potentially result in decreased NR. The engine will not make more power than its absolute maximum. The pilot, upon recognizing an engine failure, decreases collective to a lesser value, (30 second/2 minute or whatever value the manufacturer determines), in order to maintain NR, and fly away, depending on the flight regime. Exceeding the single engine,(OEI), limits may, or may not require engine maintenance or replacement. Over speed is a result of drive shaft, (or some similar), failure. Some machines (S76), have “blow away power” which will add power in case of low NR to help recover.
@@notfornuttinschaumburg5671 yep, exactly. I had all this typed out honestly but figured no one would understand and tried to shorten it. Most viewers at probably car guys here
Love the video (especially Vivalidi!) Some confusion at 49:00. You start with the battery and cut out the #2 generator because the Voltage Drop (VD) cause by the up to 900amp draw on the starter would overwhelm the 150amp (rated) generator. The PW200 series don't make enough bleed air to start an engine. Ni-Cad batteries are great at high load even though this one is only 27AH at 24VDC
Nick - this is a GREAT ONE. I really appreciated the attention to detail by the captain. Always great to see and hear professionals at work. Super job, Nick! thanks for all the hard work that got this to us!
Thanks for helicopter video. I found your channel several years ago because of your older helicopter videos and have enjoyed all the content ever since.
Only ever been in one as a passenger absolutely fabulous machine to travel in, the pilots I've spoken to who are Type rated all seem to absolutely love them 👍
It's a good day when you release a Heli video, and this one was a gem! Couldn't be happier that this video was a long as it was a what a top job by the editor! Wonderful, mate!
That stick is the same make and model the US Military used on almost every fighter jet from the F-86 Sabre to the early F-15A/B Eagle so yes, that trigger was originally for firing a cannon lol
All of the other comments sum up this excellent presentation quite nicely. I'll just add that I appreciate you digging in on the hydraulic system inquiry and asking the right questions about what the redundancy really covered. Bravo!
I loved it. audio perfect video perfect commentary and explanations EXCELLENT a BIG thank you from Switzerland (where "REGA" mainly operates these babies for SAR) !
Man thnx for such a comprehensive look into helicopter operation period. You asked all the questions a curious guy would ask, and the Pikot was phenomenal in taking his time answering everything! Retired LE from NW Indiana. Ages ago I had some stick time on a Hughes 300c. Our PD pilot was helpful in giving me an edge on the upcoming opening for pilot training. Did some hours and got bumped by a fellow officer who's dad was a Lt. On the Department. So ofcourse I was pissed big time but went on to command the Marine Unit and Team Lead the SWAT team. But still my love was in flying. Thnx again
Thanks for the great video! I'm just an ordinary guy who is interested in helicopters since I was a child and this video was so fun to watch. One of the best hours spent on UA-cam. 👍🏼 Very well explained...
Fantastic job Nick! Always appreciate the effort in both filming and editing these. The explanations provided are so helpful. And yes, you do have to do everything for us!
Excellent video Nick. Great little graphics pop-ups with really useful notes. Next time maybe Andrew will take us to New York... It's only a 20 minute ride.
That's a beautiful aircraft, and a quite experienced pilot! Although I was worried that at 1:02:20 you were beginning to take your clothes off. But with your editing expertise and software, we had nothing to worry about. lol
I was very impressed with your posting of this helicopter. Your friend really knows his equipment and seems to be very qualified. I was surprised to see that there is so much more involved with a helicopter than with the average airplane. Thanks for sharing.
Great extensive review, Nick. I love all the details and text balloons you put in there. A lot of work done to make this a great video to watch. Which I did, from beginning to the end. Cheers, Irwin 🦅
Hey Nick, thanks for this video. Awesome! By the way that heli has flown over my house on many occasions on it's way to and from NYC. It looks very similar to the Sikorsky S76.
I always thought the AW-109 was a sexy looking helicopter. Having flown the Sikorsky S-76 A++ and C++, I see many similarities. The 109 is more of a personal executive transport, whereas the S-76 is a much heavier people hauler... The instruments and autopilot are the same Honeywell setup, but this design is obviously older. I would love to fly one!
Really enjoyed watching this one Nick! You make some of the coolest machine videos in the world and this is surely one of the worlds coolest machines, we thank you for your efforts and excellent work with the production.
Hi Nick, massive thank you for bring to us those wonderful reviews about helicopters, you do very nice work by producing thus video, thank you, and a big hello from the south Spain.
fascinating I have been learning about the Allison 250, inside and out, such a small engine, but what output X2. every detail what a great video Thankyou
Great video, Nick - and thanks to Andrew for his excellent technical walk-through. Surprised that no-one has reacted to your remark about the Irish Air Corps. FYI, they currently operate six AW139's, two EC135 P2's and two EC135 T2's (operated as police air support). Last time I checked, they had just retired the last of their hang gliders...
This is the third video of your channel which I've now watched and enjoyed. Your channel in my mind seems to go much deeper into how a helicopter works than most of your competitors channels do, I'm a gyrocopter guy which is much more like a fixed wing areoplane than a helicopter even though they look similar but I'm interested in helicopters too, I just don't fancy the extremely high costs of trying to learn to fly in one, hence why I chose gyrocopters because they are so much cheaper to fly in. I have just "Subscribed" to your channel and hit the "Like Button" too 👍 Glen from Edinburgh in the UK 🚁🚁👍👍
What a great video! No questions left, also because of the explanation in those text boxes. That's a great idea! I love helicopters, but it would be interesting to see you doing a video on a gyrocopter. Thanks a lot!
Absolutely superlative professionalism from the pilot. Knows everything about every feature and is explaining every step and stage of his start up processes. Taking nothing for granted being transparent in every way. Good man.
I love the answer "because the manual says to do it that way"! Sticking to the script for the scripts sake. What an example of aviator.
Without question one of the best demonstrations of the function of any aircraft I've ever seen. Pilot is professional to the core and explains everything in a manner understandable to this non pilot. Thanks very much.
Gorgeous aircraft.
I fly an August now exclusively. The AW139 is quite possibly the best thing that’s ever happened to me. Literally a MASTERPIECE
He requested to land on a taxiway, which you would never do unless you're a helicopter. Or Harrison Ford
I believe he prefers golf courses😋 but that wasn’t really his fault and could have been a lot worse.
Lol
@@simon8089, he accidentally landed on a taxiway not too long ago, and busted minimum separation by flying right over a passenger jet that was holding short of the runway on that taxiway.
What a great way to spend just over an hour relaxing on a Friday evening after a hectic week. Thank you to you and Andrew!
Andrew is an absolute living legend.
Highly professional and 4 sure a competent pilot.
Thanks 4 this walkaround masterpiece Nick, with nice explanatory pop ups, it was a pleasure to watch u 2 and N23JB.
I have nothing but respect for anyone who flies fixed wing or rotor aircraft......even with all the automation.....and that includes Nick.......thanks from a former Connecticut resident...
What a beast of a helicopter - loafs along at 140 knots and very relaxing to fly for a single pilot with all the automation. Andrew is a cool pilot. :)
It's impressive how much knowledge that pilot must have about the helicopter.
🤦♂️
Pilots must know everything about the aircraft.
@@CCitis Actually as a helicopter mechanic of almost 40 years. You would be surprised how much they don't know.
hcoptertx it’s surprising how much both pilots and mechanics don’t know about each other’s job. And in my airplane, the B744/B748, same goes for loadmasters, air traffic controllers, dispatchers, and the occasional veterinarian that I’ll fly (when animals are on board; predominantly race horses). And on my passenger charter flights, I rely heavily on my FA’s. None of us really know each other’s job. That’s why we’ve got CRM. Some jobs require more training and experience than others, but we all have to work as a team to make the metal move.
@@hcoptertx Don't know? Or don't want to know?
One of, if not the best overview of a complex aircraft. Starting with the walk around, continuing with Agusta Westland AW109's interior, its avionics and mechanical controls. Compliments to the pilot on his knowledge and the ability to articulate the various systems, their function(s) even being asked questions he maintained composure while staying on point. In the air it is where it shined! Nicely done.
The helicopter videos are back! Thanks Nick.
Thanks Nick, best review you've done. As a pilot I really loved the technical detail on such a beautiful aircraft. Thanks Andrew for your commentary and participation. I guessed wrong the other week, didn't think many people would operate a 109 C these days but still nice!
Nick, you're the best. Even as an Australian I am forced to acknowledge your brilliance for this video.
We let anyone watch, even Australians.
@@NickMurray @ss clown
Wow, this was a really comprehensive video! Some very nice post production with the text sidebars (some a little brief), closeups and highlighting of the relevant gauges. Thanks for taking the time and trouble to put this together!
Clearly a lot of work went into this, and it's great, Nick - thanks to you and Andrew!
Great video Nick, Andrew really knows his stuff and it’s great to see him so willing to share his knowledge and aircraft in such depth. I bet the ground course on that A109 is pretty involved!
“she’s italian, she’s fast” love it 😄🇮🇹
She's unreliable....
Made in italy owned by the US 😬 most likely just like lamborghini ferrari and all those cars
@@donshilo2024 lambo belongs to german vw. ferrari to fiat...
She's pretty too
Great video Nick and what a wonderful and patient Irish man you had to show us the ropes, top bloke, despite you taking the piss all the time!
He is long suffering
I love the depth of detail in these videos. Good man Andrew, best of luck with the company.
i wanted to point out an error. thomas coupling just connects driveshafts. engines are mounted using a torque shaft. also, if one engine fails, the other engine doesnt ramp up, that will throw it into over speed and just a few minutes means the other engine will need replaced too. what happens is it stays at the same rpm (100%) but will be forced to pull more torque. the pilot probably meant it like this but just to clarify
Under “normal” conditions the remaining engine, (in a multi-engined helicopter), DOES NOT go into overspeed when one has failed. The engine governing system, (one on each engine), with either both, or one engine, operating is tasked with maintaining rotor rpm at 100% NR, (or whatever rpm is set by the manufacturer). In the case of an engine failure the remaining engine “sees” a decrease in NR and compensates by increasing power up to its maximum , (topping), which, unless controlled properly will potentially result in decreased NR. The engine will not make more power than its absolute maximum. The pilot, upon recognizing an engine failure, decreases collective to a lesser value, (30 second/2 minute or whatever value the manufacturer determines), in order to maintain NR, and fly away, depending on the flight regime. Exceeding the single engine,(OEI), limits may, or may not require engine maintenance or replacement. Over speed is a result of drive shaft, (or some similar), failure. Some machines (S76), have “blow away power” which will add power in case of low NR to help recover.
@@notfornuttinschaumburg5671 yep, exactly. I had all this typed out honestly but figured no one would understand and tried to shorten it. Most viewers at probably car guys here
@@andrewmarasek620 Yeah, you had it all well put. I'm 35 yrs around NYC and a FSI S76C+/++ instructor for 5 years so, I had to chime in.
@@notfornuttinschaumburg5671 I'm a mechanic in the mh53e
Love the video (especially Vivalidi!) Some confusion at 49:00. You start with the battery and cut out the #2 generator because the Voltage Drop (VD) cause by the up to 900amp draw on the starter would overwhelm the 150amp (rated) generator. The PW200 series don't make enough bleed air to start an engine. Ni-Cad batteries are great at high load even though this one is only 27AH at 24VDC
Nick - this is a GREAT ONE. I really appreciated the attention to detail by the captain. Always great to see and hear professionals at work. Super job, Nick! thanks for all the hard work that got this to us!
The best part is your little smile as you start to taxi. So fun flying these Agustas, they have always been my #1 rotor, #2 is the MD NOTAR’s
Thanks for helicopter video. I found your channel several years ago because of your older helicopter videos and have enjoyed all the content ever since.
Only ever been in one as a passenger absolutely fabulous machine to travel in, the pilots I've spoken to who are Type rated all seem to absolutely love them 👍
Outstanding professional pilot. Explanations were thorough and precise. He showed us more on the walk around than I expected. Great video overall.
helicopters have been a life long fascination for me, so complicated while seeming effortless in flight, thanks for showing this Mr M.
I work from home in Yonkers, NY and see him flying this helicopter non-stop up and down the Hudson River!! :-)
It's a good day when you release a Heli video, and this one was a gem! Couldn't be happier that this video was a long as it was a what a top job by the editor! Wonderful, mate!
That stick is the same make and model the US Military used on almost every fighter jet from the F-86 Sabre to the early F-15A/B Eagle so yes, that trigger was originally for firing a cannon lol
Thank you thank you thank you thank you a million times over!!! Crystal clear explanation. So fascinating!
What a professional captain. Still watching @ 23:00+. Exceptional video with overview, start, and flight.
All of the other comments sum up this excellent presentation quite nicely. I'll just add that I appreciate you digging in on the hydraulic system inquiry and asking the right questions about what the redundancy really covered. Bravo!
I loved it.
audio perfect
video perfect
commentary and explanations EXCELLENT
a BIG thank you from Switzerland (where "REGA" mainly operates these babies for SAR) !
Man thnx for such a comprehensive look into helicopter operation period. You asked all the questions a curious guy would ask, and the Pikot was phenomenal in taking his time answering everything! Retired LE from NW Indiana. Ages ago I had some stick time on a Hughes 300c. Our PD pilot was helpful in giving me an edge on the upcoming opening for pilot training. Did some hours and got bumped by a fellow officer who's dad was a Lt. On the Department. So ofcourse I was pissed big time but went on to command the Marine Unit and Team Lead the SWAT team. But still my love was in flying. Thnx again
Thanks for the rapid dry towel Nick. I'm getting a '17 Passat VR6 SEL Premium this weekend and can't wait to get it dialed in at my unobsessed garage.
Thanks for the great video! I'm just an ordinary guy who is interested in helicopters since I was a child and this video was so fun to watch. One of the best hours spent on UA-cam. 👍🏼 Very well explained...
Got my heart rate up just watching this excellent video. Very insightful. Marvellous machines and skilled operators. Thank you. Very enjoyable. Bravo.
The A109 is the most beautiful of all helicopters, sleek and they look fast even sitting on the ground. Great video dude, the pilot is awesome
great down to earth Irish pilot and nice calm captain,great video.
Fantastic job Nick! Always appreciate the effort in both filming and editing these. The explanations provided are so helpful. And yes, you do have to do everything for us!
Awesome and very detailed review! Wish was a longer flight! Enjoyed the video! The Pilot was very thorough and knowledgeable! Beautiful Aircraft!
Hats off to the mechanic, that is a very well maintained aircraft.
We have a first class maintenance team
Very well presented by the pilot...very professional and detail. Such a good educational video even though I'm not a pilot.
Excellent video Nick. Great little graphics pop-ups with really useful notes. Next time maybe Andrew will take us to New York... It's only a 20 minute ride.
great thorough demonstration guys, thanks a lot!
Beautiful aircraft, excellently flown. Great to see meticulous use of the checklists! Well done Captain.
Aaaand subscribed. The level of detail and effort put into this is quite extraordinary. Thank you, thank you, thank you, and well done!
Nice to break to see Nick flying around a metal box that isn't a crazy shade of green! Fantastic video btw
That's a beautiful aircraft, and a quite experienced pilot! Although I was worried that at 1:02:20 you were beginning to take your clothes off. But with your editing expertise and software, we had nothing to worry about. lol
I was very impressed with your posting of this helicopter. Your friend really knows his equipment and seems to be very qualified. I was surprised to see that there is so much more involved with a helicopter than with the average airplane. Thanks for sharing.
Yes ! Another awesome heli video
Irish Air Corps have EC135 and AW139 according to Wikipedia
More likely just hand gliders that have a fancy paint job.
Excellent video, thanks Nick, Andrew & team.
Thanks, Nick! I enjoy most of the videos on this channel, but really appreciate your aviation videos!
Great video, incredible tour of the 109 by Andrew - a professional at work 👏
pilot is amazing. precise and complete! bravo!
Great extensive review, Nick. I love all the details and text balloons you put in there. A lot of work done to make this a great video to watch. Which I did, from beginning to the end. Cheers, Irwin 🦅
That was the cleanest gear bay I've seen. I'm impressed.
"EXCELLENT" !! Please do more, I know you can find more pilots to insult.
The labelling is a nice touch -- well done! Great vid.
Hey Nick, thanks for this video. Awesome! By the way that heli has flown over my house on many occasions on it's way to and from NYC. It looks very similar to the Sikorsky S76.
That was awesome Nick. Well worth the wait. Count Agusta used to make gp bikes for agostnini and hailwood 50 years ago as well.
I always thought the AW-109 was a sexy looking helicopter. Having flown the Sikorsky S-76 A++ and C++, I see many similarities. The 109 is more of a personal executive transport, whereas the S-76 is a much heavier people hauler... The instruments and autopilot are the same Honeywell setup, but this design is obviously older. I would love to fly one!
Love the A109 what a great episode! Thanks again!
I take my hat off to the pilot a true gentleman and he certainly knows his stuff what a dream job.
Wow, that's very detail explained. First time learn that much.
Great review Nick and amazing to see how these operate
Superb video. What a machine! Andrew is excellent, absolute gentleman. 👍
Best review yet - and of my favorite aircraft! Thank you!
I dont't know why but, I've never liked these Augusta helis, but after watching this vid. damn, what a beautiful aircraft
Really enjoyed watching this one Nick! You make some of the coolest machine videos in the world and this is surely one of the worlds coolest machines, we thank you for your efforts and excellent work with the production.
Hi Nick, massive thank you for bring to us those wonderful reviews about helicopters, you do very nice work by producing thus video, thank you, and a big hello from the south Spain.
Yesss ! I've been wating for a flight review💪🏼
Incredible pilot knowledge and skill. Really impressive.
I called social services when I saw William in the thumb nail without a seatbelt.
Nick,,,can you go walk us through the helicopter configurator for this unit?
fascinating I have been learning about the Allison 250,
inside and out, such a small engine, but what output X2.
every detail what a great video
Thankyou
Nick, This was awesome! thanks so much, I watched every minute.
About time for a new helicopter review! Loved it mate.
Great to watch, especially from a technical perspective! Thank you :-) A superb aircraft & so different to operating fixed wing airplanes.
That's Bitchin Betty, She'll stop talking soon. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Nick you mentioned the Irish airforce they have AW139's
Great review and flight Nick. Watched every second of it!
Great video, Nick - and thanks to Andrew for his excellent technical walk-through. Surprised that no-one has reacted to your remark about the Irish Air Corps. FYI, they currently operate six AW139's, two EC135 P2's and two EC135 T2's (operated as police air support). Last time I checked, they had just retired the last of their hang gliders...
Love the 109
As a GA 172 pilot the complexity and capability of the AW109 is amazing. Thanks for sharing Nick.
PS Good luck with your fixed wing training.
Beautiful helicopter, impressive pilot! Really loved that episode!
Nice video of an old dinosaur.Try starting a C in a strong wind blowing into the exhaust.
Fantastic review - and thanks for the two offensive t-shirts that arrived in Denmark today. :-)
Is there a rear wiper?
Advancing the throttle to 100% is done slowly so as not to damage the transmission by excessive torque (you wrote it would damage the engine).
One of the best vids I've seen. Subscribed and thanks :-)
Really well shot Nick. Very interesting too!
This is the third video of your channel which I've now watched and enjoyed. Your channel in my mind seems to go much deeper into how a helicopter works than most of your competitors channels do, I'm a gyrocopter guy which is much more like a fixed wing areoplane than a helicopter even though they look similar but I'm interested in helicopters too, I just don't fancy the extremely high costs of trying to learn to fly in one, hence why I chose gyrocopters because they are so much cheaper to fly in. I have just "Subscribed" to your channel and hit the "Like Button" too 👍
Glen from Edinburgh in the UK 🚁🚁👍👍
Thanx Nick! It's so much like Bell 222 - Airwolf!
Nick it must be advanced than Jet Ranger 205 or 407! Is it?
What a great video! No questions left, also because of the explanation in those text boxes. That's a great idea!
I love helicopters, but it would be interesting to see you doing a video on a gyrocopter. Thanks a lot!
Beautiful helicopter, very interesting and complete tour
An amazing video. I always wondered what it is like to fly this aircraft. Thanks for sharing.
Wonderful & Nice ... A full show to how to fly a helicopter ...A lovely Agusta Westland ....👌👌
Amazing!!! Thank you for doing this and to your friend for sharing!