Subject: RE: TAN # 84 - The TAN-somest Thread Everkiwi4j - 2009-09-17 9:59 AM That is one of the neatest aircraft around! Q 1). If the CV-22 looses power to one of the engines, doesn't the other engine supply power to both?
Q 2). Does one of the C-130's in that roster have the nick name "SPOOKY"?
I have some video of one of those laying down suppressive fire in a circular pattern. Looks pretty dangerous, especially if your the enemy! I certainly enjoy flying it! I flew MH-53s for several years prior to transitioning to the Osprey, and the CV-22 is much more fun as a pilot. However, I do sometimes miss flying a "pure" helicopter. To answer your questions: 1 - Yes, one engine will power both rotors, but at a significantly reduced power setting. 2 - The AC-130H carries the "Spooky" name (the AC-130U is the "Spectre" ). We don't have any of those here. |