Stay up to date with the latest HX50 Monthly Update & AMA, streamed live on 2 July 2024, from the new Hill Helicopters Production Centre One. In this 15th session of our series, Jason Hill provides an in-depth update on the HX50 and GT50 development programmes, including the exciting news that the team has finally completed the move to Production Centre One and both HX50 prototypes are back.

Following the presentation, join Jason Hill, Mischa Gelb (aka Pilot Yellow), and Ruben Dias for another engaging AMA session, where they answer questions from our international community. This segment offers a unique opportunity to gain deeper insights into our project and its future.

If you missed the live stream, don’t worry! You can watch the full recording here and stay informed about all the latest developments from Hill Helicopters.

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0:00 - Intro
0:59 - From DC1 to PC1
3:09 - PC1 Facility
5:40 - Composites Manufacturing
12:57 - Factory Sections
14:29 - Paint Booth
15:36 - Moving to PC1
16:49 - Airframes
25:11 - Lighting System
31:37 - Digital Cockpit
38:58 - GT50
50:35 - Recap & AMA Intro
52:05 - Main rotor spin direction
52:49 - Total square footage comparison
53:21 - First flying prototype landing gear
53:34 - Wheel hubs and brakes manufacturer
54:37 - ADS in and out built-in?
54:57 - HX50 prototype flight timeline
55:33 - PC1 full operation timeline
56:37 - Challenges of painting composites
57:43 - Modular airframe build requirements
58:47 - Fuselage construction method
59:34 - Project timeline update
1:00:13 - LED lighting options
1:01:14 - Pilot directional control
1:02:46 - Daytime running lights
1:04:22 - Flight simulator software status
1:05:02 - Helicopter dimensions
1:06:18 - Display visibility with sunglasses
1:07:13 - Alternative NATO fuels usage
1:08:46 - Video feed and IR capabilities
1:09:42 - Night theme activation
1:10:36 - IR system performance in rain
1:11:28 - SHP explanation
1:11:58 - High turbulence system
1:14:45 - IR camera false color filters
1:15:41 - Power turbine wheel count
1:16:24 - In-house NDT types
1:22:57 - IABG Munich involvement
1:23:38 - Hill Helicopters tours and PC1 visits
1:26:19 - Yearly production capacity
1:27:20 - Available amps for accessories
1:28:26 - HX50 and HC50 sales numbers
1:28:46 - Duplex fuel nozzle operation
1:29:11 - Testing and airworthiness timeline
1:30:24 - Hill Helicopters App access
1:31:15 - Order to delivery timeline
1:32:02 - Main drive shaft design
1:32:46 - Helicopter key system
1:33:26 - Emergency floats attachment
1:34:09 - Shipping container for HX50
1:35:00 - Airworthiness certificates progress
1:36:06 - HC50 production timeline
1:36:30 - HX50 upgradability
1:37:20 - Rotor blade development update
1:38:50 - Maximum flight time with auxiliary fuel
1:40:02 - Dark colors impact on carbon and resins
1:40:52 - Copilot cockpit removal possibility
1:41:39 - PC1 production capabilities
1:42:30 - Helicopter dimensions
1:43:18 - Current funds allocation
1:44:22 - POH format
1:44:59 - MTOM and DOM difference
1:46:17 - Engine partnership possibilities
1:48:45 - Building hours for personal use
1:52:29 - Scaling up manufacturing processes
1:54:09 - Reducing HX50 waiting time
1:55:57 - Toughest development area
1:58:12 - End