T-rex Posted April 12, 2007 Report Share Posted April 12, 2007 What is the Bell 222 or 230 like to fly? Are they a good pilot's machine? What kind of fuel burn do they have? Let me know your thought's? Thanks in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mihaialex Posted May 9, 2013 Report Share Posted May 9, 2013 company were i work has a Bell 222SP with RR Allison 250-C30g engines . It works with JET-A fuel. It has AFCS system, meteo radar, and so. And as from pilot perspective i can tell you only what our pilots said . They said is very good machine from their way of view , easy to fly and very comfortable. If you need more information or if you are interested in buying one of it just PM and i can give you more information. Best regards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert Posted May 10, 2013 Report Share Posted May 10, 2013 222. Excellent machine. Flies beautifully. Commercial failure for Bell due to early engine problems. It has a very low tail rotor. Most new pilots hit the stinger with every landing. Experienced pilots hit the stinger, too. If you see someone hovering very high, they probably have time in a 222. 230. Different machine because of engines and avionics. Early glass cockpit. Remarkable IFR machine. Has the same low tail rotor as the 222. Very few 222's and 230's still flying. I'd like to have one as a personal machine, but not as a money-maker. Expensive to fly compared to more modern helicopters. Best helicopter in turbulence I've flown. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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