Chickenhawk Posted September 19, 2008 Report Share Posted September 19, 2008 Hello all, just wondering if anybody was using a FH1100 in the field. I have some questions regarding one, thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
67november Posted September 19, 2008 Report Share Posted September 19, 2008 Bossman at MARPAT aviation has one, he's using it for training and line patrols. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossman Posted September 20, 2008 Report Share Posted September 20, 2008 Hello all, just wondering if anybody was using a FH1100 in the field. I have some questions regarding one, thanks.We fly one everyday. Good machine. Plenty of power. Out performs a Jet Ranger. Some initial wiring problems. Other than that, no complaints. As far as I know, the factory is out of business. Owner has gone back to Europe. Hard to get support. Most items are commonly used on other machines. We really like the machine. Just wish George could get his problems ironed out. We would like to acquire a couple more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldy Posted September 20, 2008 Report Share Posted September 20, 2008 Hey Bossman- nice article on you guys..I think it was in Rotorcraft Pro this month ?? Featured your Huey... Goldy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam32 Posted September 20, 2008 Report Share Posted September 20, 2008 We fly one everyday. Good machine. Plenty of power. Out performs a Jet Ranger. Some initial wiring problems. Other than that, no complaints. As far as I know, the factory is out of business. Owner has gone back to Europe. Hard to get support. Most items are commonly used on other machines. We really like the machine. Just wish George could get his problems ironed out. We would like to acquire a couple more. Any news about whats happening with all the airframes and parts that he had? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossman Posted September 21, 2008 Report Share Posted September 21, 2008 Any news about whats happening with all the airframes and parts that he had?We were talking to the cheif pilot a couple months ago and he said they were moving everything to a private hanger somewhere close. We still call him from time to time for parts and other questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
500E Posted September 21, 2008 Report Share Posted September 21, 2008 Any news on other prob BM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RotorWeed Posted September 22, 2008 Report Share Posted September 22, 2008 We were talking to the cheif pilot a couple months ago and he said they were moving everything to a private hanger somewhere close. We still call him from time to time for parts and other questions. Do you guys use it for training? How much per hour? RW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossman Posted September 23, 2008 Report Share Posted September 23, 2008 Do you guys use it for training? How much per hour? RWWe use it for training and pipeline patrol. For our students it is $350.00 per hour for the machine and $40.00 for the instructor. For our pipeline and commercial work it is $800.00 per hour for the machine and pilot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick212 Posted September 24, 2008 Report Share Posted September 24, 2008 Well I'm not flying one right now... but years ago i was flying them got about 1600 hourts on FH1100so may be i can help you out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossman Posted September 25, 2008 Report Share Posted September 25, 2008 rick212,Come see us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossman Posted September 25, 2008 Report Share Posted September 25, 2008 Any news on other prob BMStill in the courts. The FAA delays at every turn. What they don't realize is that we have weathered the financial crisis they put us in and now we are in it for the long haul and no settlement. I think they hope I'll kick the bucket before they have to face a jury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
500E Posted September 25, 2008 Report Share Posted September 25, 2008 Yep they hope you will go away & let them craw back into their holes, still the longer they procrastinate the more chance you will win, glad you are progressing Ok.Flew a 1100 for .2 the other day pleasant machine I thought on very short acquaintanceRemember No smokes no booze loose weight and live for ever, ah well we all dream Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devonaire Posted September 25, 2008 Report Share Posted September 25, 2008 If you have a chance, do yourselves a favor and go see the guys at MARPAT. The Hiller is GREAT to fly and the people there are friendly and professional. Devon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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