Hill HX50 helicopter

[Fransw]

But anything new/concrete to show since the last update?

Yes, on the engine

[Deanw]

Thanks. So they have an engine running, or just another part manufactured?

[Fransw]

Thanks. So they have an engine running, or just another part manufactured?

Only new parts. But the engine is coming together nicely imo. Bench testing in 3-4 months. They moved to their new and final site. Most of the big mills and machinery are installed now. It is a massive undertaking on its own!

I still believe in the project...

[skycruise]

Here is my latest take on the Hill Helicopter >> https://rapidskyhelicopters.com/getting ... elicopter/

Cheers,

Herby

[jus]

Here is my latest take on the Hill Helicopter >> https://rapidskyhelicopters.com/getting ... elicopter/

Cheers,

Herby

Are there any operational Hummingbirds in SA..?

[Whirly]

Here is my latest take on the Hill Helicopter >> https://rapidskyhelicopters.com/getting ... elicopter/

Cheers,

Herby

Are there any operational Hummingbirds in SA..?

Robin Coss was building one a few years ago, don't know what happened to it.

Whirly.

[jus]

Here is my latest take on the Hill Helicopter >> https://rapidskyhelicopters.com/getting ... elicopter/

Cheers,

Herby

Are there any operational Hummingbirds in SA..?

Robin Coss was building one a few years ago, don't know what happened to it.

Whirly.

Interesting… be curious to know people’s experiences… could this be a viable alternative for a private machine?

[skycruise]

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Are there any operational Hummingbirds in SA..?
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Not yet, but we do have tentative orders, mainly with the diesel engine. One with the Adept 320T burning mogas.

[skycruise]

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Robin Coss was building one a few years ago, don't know what happened to it.

Whirly.
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I spoke with Coss earlier this year, to find out if they would be interested in assembling for us.

The quote was very high, and about the same as labour cost in Italy, which is where we are assembling now.

In our discussions, they did speak of the Hummingbird they built, which was eventually sold to the USA.

My take is that they are making enough hay with the RV builds, and not interested in diversifyng from that.

[Ugly Duckling]

The comments on the Facebook page are hill-arious
https://www.facebook.com/share/BNpvDJFB ... tid=oFDknk

[Peregrine]

Thanks. So they have an engine running, or just another part manufactured?

Only new parts. But the engine is coming together nicely imo. Bench testing in 3-4 months. They moved to their new and final site. Most of the big mills and machinery are installed now. It is a massive undertaking on its own!

I still believe in the project...

Has the engine been fitted to the bench test rig yet?

[Fransw]

Good morning @Peregrine . I don't think its on the bench yet. Here is the latest on the engine afaik.

[Rotor kop]

I guess it helps to have some who can speak for 30 minutes about nothing but at the same time impress some I honestly hope for all the people (some friends too) who put money into this that it will be a huge success

[Peblehead]

I can’t but wonder if he will make the tyres for the ground handling doilies himself as well?

IMO if Dr Hill had any intention to put a demo model in the air he could have done it by now ….on some SM platforms they are already trying to take orders for the new upgraded version.

I am of the opinion many people are going to be disappointed

[Fransw]

Looking forward to today's update. They will apparently announce the Engine Running,
First Flight Test, and Production Start dates...
Go ask your questions or forever hold your peace.