The objectives of this program were to document the reduction in height-velocity restrictions for autorotational landings, the increased transient performance and maneuver capability using modified flight techniques, and the handling qualities of a modified OH-58A helicopter with a High Energy Rotor System (HERS). The rotor incorporated increased chord blades and provision for three different tip weights resulting in Lock number variations of 2.61, 3.14, and 5.43.
Flight Test Evaluation of the High Inertia Rotor System
1979
121 pages
Report
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English