Turbine helicopter
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A turbine helicopter is a one that derives its motive power from a turboshaft engine fuelled by kerosene, as do most modern full size helicopters.
Model turbine helicopters are still somewhat of a rarity, but the turbines and kits are now more easily available. As well as dedicated turbine airframes, conversions are available to fit a turbine into airframes not intended for turbine usage.
Turbine operation requires extra safety precautions because of the high temperatures and energy contained in a running engine.
[edit] Models
- Conversions by RC Turbine Helicopters (UK);
- Century Predator conversions;
- Align T-Rex 700 conversion;
- Jetcat Hotcat;
- Vario XLV turbine.
- Other Vario mechanics, some turbine;
- Bergen Intrepid Turbine & others;
- Scalecopter SD900 and Zyclone;
- AirStar International JetCopter SX;
- RcRotorTech Zealous pod and boom and LongRanger scale models (Australia).
[edit] Turbines
For turbine suppliers, see turboshaft.
[edit] External links
- Wren-powered turbine helicopter on YouTube.