Remember we must support the factory as they can not live on kit sales alone. The exec 90 introduced a new landing gear, additional tail boom structural modifications and increased diameter shaft. The factory sends bulletins to builders free of charge at the date of. A new pair of windows were added just above the pilot and passenger heads and the fiberglass access panels were split. It can carry 425 lbs pilot and passenger load for a total 1,500 lbs gross flying. Besides our own parts we will be adding cross refrences to the oem part numbers. The international marketplace for new and used airplanes and aircraft. This aircraft needs a description or personal experience. Ntsb records back through 1989 im only interested in execs and mostly in 162fs so didnt bother with scorpions a visit to the rotorway factory and a test flight a visit to the robinson factory plus about 10 hrs in an r22 so heres what ive found. Used rotorway 162f exec helicopter aircraft for sale on used airplanes, aircraft sales, used planes for sale, used aircraft for sale, airplane classifieds, aircraft classifieds, used airplanes for sale, jet for sale, helicopters for sale, business jet for sale. All information contained herein are the opinions of various owners and participants of the rotorway owners forum. Refer to the riggingsection and the flight manual for further details. We always encourange you to order your parts from the factory.
Rotorway exec 162f safety discussion from the rotorway. Solo flight from left seat only right seat belt must be buckled and passenger collective. Rotorway international exec 90 maintenance manual the rotorway exec 90 maintenance manual has been designed to provide the owneroperator the lowest operating cost possible while maintaining the flight characteristics and safety of their helicopter. Jetexec n105ps received its special airworthiness certificate on 452014. The exec 162f governor provides a high performing compact low weight engine speed governing system for the rotorway exec 162f helicopter. Due to the visual if you are in the market for a solid 2 place kit helicopter the safari should definitely be on your short list. Rotorway exec series 1 rotorway exec 162f 1 rotorway aircraft. The latest model of the rotorway family is the new talon a 600. A manufacturer of kit aircraft helicopters, rotorway international was founded in 1961. The exec 162f provides style, speed, comfort, safety, reliability, proven performance and an awardwinning design.
Icom radio, king transponder and garmin 265 phone 0827787550. The rotorway exec line is a successful kit helicopter concept that took off in the early 1990s. The rotorway exec is a family of american twobladed, skidequipped, twoseat kit helicopters, manufactured by rotorway international of chandler, arizona and supplied in kit form for amateurconstruction. The exec 90 was developed in the early 1990s, it was, at the time, the only pistonpowered helicopter to utilize an. It is claimed to be somewhat easier to handle in emergencies than its size would suggest.
Used rotorway helicopters in the international marketplace for used planes. To view rotorway and piston helicopter available, please check out our aircraft for sale for descriptions and photos or place a listing of your aircraft. The rotorway helicopter manufacturing company, formerly called rotorway international, is a. From the original scorpion 1 kit helicopter desighned by b. Rotorway, which had 40 employees in mid2003, offers flight orientation and maintenance training, and customer service programme. With all of this in place, the expected build time.
Ive seen a few at oshkosh and one flying at the moosehead lake me seaplane fly in. Rotorway exec 162f 2seat helicoptercomplete and ready to fly. This site is dedicated to the rebuild and continual modification of my 1988 rotorway exec. While they were innovators in their field, the aviation public was continuously left. This is my example of the simplest cog belt tensioner for the rotorway exec and talon series helicopter. The exec 90 was the only pistonpowered helicopter at the time to utilize an asymmetrical airfoil for improved autorotation characteristics and safety.
Kit copter rotorway helicopter resurrection redback aviation. We spent some time going over the helicopters flight manual and then walked outside to do some flying. No changes in max gross weight, flight characteristics or ease of control. The exec 90 also utilized a unique drive system, eliminating an expensive transmission, metal chip detectors and possible in flight failures. The exec 162f is the latest in the exec series of helicopters manufactured by rotorway international. Where to find parts for rotorways home of rotorway. New 2place rotorway exec 162f helicopter kit this is not a used helicopter for sale but a. This helicopter is expertly constructed and ready to enjoy with. The exec 90 contained the ri 162 engine, and, unlike previous helicopter kits, much of the assembly, including the welding, was done at the factory.
That ship was equipped with the twobearing, 30mm secondary configuration, and the prodrive toothbelt system. View online or download rotorway exec 162f maintenance manual. Three years of research and development were undertaken to yield this new rotorway exec helicopter design, but it proved to be well worth it, the end product setting higher standards than ever before for kit aircraft, both fixedwing and helicopter designs. Rotorway exec 162f maintenance manual pdf download. Description the rotorway exec is a family of american twobladed, skidequipped, twoseat kit helicopters, manufactured by rotorway international of chandler, arizona and supplied in kit form for amateurconstruction. The completed exec 162f is a fullsize, two seat, piston engine helicopter with a top speed of 115 mph and a flying range of 180 miles.
Petes rotorway exec 162f kit helicopter converted to a kiss aviationsolar jet turbine jetexec. In october, 2002, another rotorway 162 crashed as the result of the in flight fracture of the secondary transmission shaft. Fsx rotorway 162f fly away simulation flight sim news. Rotorway exec 162f helicopter development history, photos. Only 150 hours on this professionally built exec 162f. The information presented is not guaranteed to be accurate. Well, it has been a 14 yearlong labor of love, but i think i can finally say that its done. Exec 162f maintenance manual the rotorway exec 162f maintenance manual has been designed to provide the owneroperator the lowest operating cost possible while maintaining the flight characteristics and safety of their helicopter. You can add any aviation accident or incident you like. Not a very flattering training blog just thought i should correct the author on a few points, the rotorway exec 90 is not the oldest version rotorway in the uk there are a couple scorpions then you have the exec the exec 90, 162f and now the a600 talon, the exec 90 has more than adequate power with full fuel and weight so if you are struggling with power issues you either have an older.
The rotorway scorpion design was updated with an aluminum tail and full fiberglass cockpit enclosure to become the exec. Revolutionizing kit helicopters the rotorway exec 162f. It is designed to fit into the original rotorway governor slot without the need for an external box for the electronics. Rotorway exec 162f price, specs, photo gallery interior.
Aviation safety network asn aviation safety wikibase asn. My most recent upgrade is the installation of the talon a600n engine. According to your reply, it appears as though many problems with rotorway aircraft are the result of ownerbuilder conflicts concerning expectations that dont match reality. Browse our inventory of new and used rotorway exec 162f aircraft for sale near you at. Browse our inventory of new and used rotorway piston helicopters for sale near you at. The picture above was taken on 112614 out toward owyhee reservoir, after completing the faa mandatory phase i flight tes. First, the exec had a slim and good looking fuselage design, which is still associated with rotorway helicopters today. Rotorway exec 162f transitioning to forward flight. May 28, 2017 2007 162f, 40 tt airframe and engine, intercom, phase i complete. Rotorway helicopters is the best known kit helicopter manufacturer in the world. This is currently the only kit helicopter certified by the uk caa to fly in the united kingdom, although there are moves to.
The many prefabricated components of the exec 162f make the kit an easy project for the first time builder. The rotorway exec is a twoplace aircraft which features rotorway s rw145 engine which offers improved operation on inexpensive automotive fuels as well as a. Exec 162f construction manual sect rotorway international. At this price a terrific winner the rotorway a600 talon.
This project started with the purchase of a standard exec 152 in september of 2005. The rotorway exec is a family of american twobladed, skidequipped, twoseat kit helicopters. The builders manual didnt always match the videos, which didnt quite match. Rotorway 162f elastomeric cog belt tensioner youtube. Rotorway exec 162 construction manual pdf download. Ri 162f powerplant, elastomeric rotor system, secondary drive unit, and asymmetrical rotor blades are manufactured at rotorway. Yes, you can add accidents and incidents to the asn wikibase yourself. Since 1994, a new and improved model was made, the exec 162f. Rotorway international kit helicopters redback aviation. Grish rotorway 162f exec private in flight, uk england ian crean 25032018 full details gjong rotorway 162f exec private leicester egbg, uk england david cook 15092018.
Rotorway, since 1961, is the oldest and largest kit manufacturer in the world, with kits sold in over 50 countries. The rotorway exec 162f maintenance manual has been designed to provide the owneroperator the lowest operating cost possible while maintaining the flight. Aircraft features detailed exterior, detailed virtual cockpit, custom gauges and sounds, realistic overhead panel and startup sequence. In america, if youre building a rotorway kit helicopter, you can go to flying school for 7th hours of dual training on the machine and be sent away even if you have no other flying experience you can go home, fire up your helicopter and legally fly it solo until the fillings rattle out of. The exec 162f, with some improvements to the fadec system and the acis, is still being produced and sold by rotorway. Below is a compilation of my thoughts while making my decision whether to buy a robinson r22 or a rotorway exec162. Finally, our cover story is about the rotorway kit helicopter. The rotorway exec 162f is a complete helicopter kit consisting of the following major components. Rotorway exec 90 helicopter development history, photos. Exec 162 specification specifications powerplant ri 162f, 162 cu. Tested for fsx and thumbnails added by danny garnier. Executive 90 specifications, cabin dimensions, speed.
Rotorway exec 162 f aircraft for sale usd 80,736 ecxag. This upgraded 1999 rotorway was completed and first flown by owner in september, 2006 and only has 192 hrs. The exec 162f is produced by rotorway international, the worlds oldest and largest kit helicopter company. The information contained in this document must not be used to make decisions concerning the safety of these products or as a guide or recommendation to purchase these. During the subsequent forced landing onto soft ground, the helicopter. It is 22 long nosetotail with a 25 rotor span, will take off and land at 7,000 elevation and has a 10,000 flight ceiling. All assemblies, including the ri 162f powerplant, elastomeric rotor system, secondary drive unit, and asymmetrical rotor blades are manufactured at rotorway. Also comes with a complete not fully assembled cargo carrier mounts between skids. The first model was the exec 90, which introduced two important new concepts to the kit helicopter market. Rotorway 1998 1998 rotorway 162f helicopter with standard dual fadec system and digital display. The helicopter was in flight when the engine stopped suddently and without any warning. Ive seen a few at oshkosh and one flying at the moosehead lake me seaplane flyin.
We began a standard preflight, carefully checking the main rotor and tail rotor blades. This failure was by no means the first, nor would it be the last. Below is a list of all bulletins issued to exec 162f builders up to the date of this manual. Page 1 exec 162f maintenance manual the rotorway exec 162f maintenance manual has been designed to provide the owneroperator the lowest operating cost possible while maintaining the flight characteristics and safety of their helicopter. Currently, it has incorporated all the updates of a 162f model with the exception of a 1. The rotorway exec 162f s elegant look belies its fast build time and simple systems. Schramm through to the current rw7 kit helicopter they have always supported their excellent kit helicopters. Engine rw 152162 complete with all engine accessories alternator, water pump, fuel pump, oil cooler with upgrade high speed cooling fan, radiator, ignition coil, sparkplugs, cables, electric wire harness, all engine gauges etc still on box crate, main rotor blades on box. Flight testing amateurbuilt helicopters tennessee research and.
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