Uploaded March 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Tune in to the latest HX50 Monthly Update & AMA, broadcast live on March 13, 2024, from the Hill Development Centre. This session, the 13th in our series, features a comprehensive update by Jason Hill on the HX50 programme. We cover the recent unveiling of the HX50 at the 3rd HX50 Global Meetup & Discover Event (GMDE) in December, our participation in the HAI Heli-Expo, developments regarding our new Production Centre, and new progress on the GT50 engine, drivetrain, and airframe. The episode also provides insights into our digital cockpit among other technical details.
Following the update, we host our regular AMA session with Jason Hill, Mischa Gelb (aka Pilot Yellow) and Ruben Dias, answering inquiries from our global audience. This is an opportunity for everyone to gain a deeper understanding of our progress and future directions.
For those who missed the live event, the recording is available here, ensuring you're up to date with all things HX50.
🔔 Keep track of upcoming events and updates by registering here:
hillhelicopters.com/events
For further information, please visit ► hillhelicopters.com
0:00 - Ruben & Mischa Intro
1:35 - Jason Hill Intro
2:00 - Company
8:30 - Production Centre 1
19:30 - GT50
45:00 - Drivetrain
52:15 - Digital Cockpit
55:13 - Electrical Systems
57:07 - Start of AMA Session
57:35 - Update on production and fielding schedule?
58:45 - Prototype rollout date?
59:50 - Production timeline estimation?
1:01:10 - Alternatives for HX50 wheel transport and shipping thoughts?
1:04:15 - Software development, standards, and QA details?
1:04:50 - Production Centre 1 location?
1:05:05 - Avionics partner or in-house development?
1:06:29 - Strategy to meet production capacity promises?
1:09:39 - Contingency for GT50 engine delays?
1:10:43 - Baggage door strut inclusion?
1:11:42 - Blade tip geometry optimization for attack angle/stall?
1:12:55 - Simulations performed and model accuracy vs. real tests?
1:15:25 - Engine inlet barrier filter for dust/snow?
1:16:01 - Incidental shock testing during component operation?
1:17:41 - Timeline for 51% HX50 build participation?
1:18:55 - GT50 testing with SAF from inception?
1:19:20 - SAF vs. Bio-diesel differences?
1:21:03 - Wheeled landing gear crash performance benefits?
1:21:57 - Hot air re-injection post-combustion into airflow?
1:23:05 - Dynamic gearbox mounting shocks status?
1:25:22 - Additional staff requirements and recruitment for fit?
1:26:50 - Strobe light option for front LED?
1:27:40 - Ground lighting color change capability?
1:28:40 - In-flight auxiliary battery charging?
1:29:45 - Engine exhaust position relative to rear pylon?
1:31:09 - Seat comfort testing in motor vehicle settings?
1:32:48 - Gearbox cooling sufficiency with faired cowling?
1:33:50 - Hub and cowling cooling solutions?
1:34:45 - Use of sound designer for signature tone?
1:36:10 - Is the STARFLEX main rotor hollow?
1:36:50 - Strap-pack lifetime expectancy?
1:37:10 - Consideration of 3D printing for annular combustor?
1:39:50 - Clarification on 400 aircraft/year production timeline?
1:43:27 - Microsoft Flight Simulator update?
1:43:45 - Details on servo actuators?
1:44:47 - Starter generator role in engine failure?
1:45:48 - Helimove system for trailer mounting capability?
1:47:02 - Industry reception of production and engineering?
1:49:05 - Hill Cloud functionality and cockpit cloud independence?
1:50:30 - External battery charging and climate control power port plans?
1:50:52 - First flight test location?
1:51:10 - Pilot and tech training plans?
1:52:36 - Cargo hook option details?
1:53:53 - PC1 location and HalfPenny Green airfield status?
1:55:18 - HX50 flight and audio recording, blackbox inclusion?
1:56:10 - Standard battery type for HX/HC?
1:56:23 - Wheeled vs. skidded ground resonance risk?
1:57:08 - Cabin door mechanism issue resolution?
1:58:21 - Test-pilot role in owner-built HX50 first flights?
1:59:10 - Manual FADEC control possibility?
2:00:45 - Syndicated ownership build attendance requirement?
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Tune in to the latest HX50 Monthly Update & AMA, broadcast live on March 13, 2024, from the Hill Development Centre. This session, the 13th in our series, features a comprehensive update by Jason Hill on the HX50 programme. We cover the recent unveiling of the HX50 at the 3rd HX50 Global Meetup & Discover Event (GMDE) in December, our participation in the HAI Heli-Expo, developments regarding our new Production Centre, and new progress on the GT50 engine, drivetrain, and airframe. The episode also provides insights into our digital cockpit among other technical details.
Following the update, we host our regular AMA session with Jason Hill, Mischa Gelb (aka Pilot Yellow) and Ruben Dias, answering inquiries from our global audience. This is an opportunity for everyone to gain a deeper understanding of our progress and future directions.
For those who missed the live event, the recording is available here, ensuring you're up to date with all things HX50.
🔔 Keep track of upcoming events and updates by registering here:
hillhelicopters.com/events
For further information, please visit ► hillhelicopters.com
0:00 - Ruben & Mischa Intro
1:35 - Jason Hill Intro
2:00 - Company
8:30 - Production Centre 1
19:30 - GT50
45:00 - Drivetrain
52:15 - Digital Cockpit
55:13 - Electrical Systems
57:07 - Start of AMA Session
57:35 - Update on production and fielding schedule?
58:45 - Prototype rollout date?
59:50 - Production timeline estimation?
1:01:10 - Alternatives for HX50 wheel transport and shipping thoughts?
1:04:15 - Software development, standards, and QA details?
1:04:50 - Production Centre 1 location?
1:05:05 - Avionics partner or in-house development?
1:06:29 - Strategy to meet production capacity promises?
1:09:39 - Contingency for GT50 engine delays?
1:10:43 - Baggage door strut inclusion?
1:11:42 - Blade tip geometry optimization for attack angle/stall?
1:12:55 - Simulations performed and model accuracy vs. real tests?
1:15:25 - Engine inlet barrier filter for dust/snow?
1:16:01 - Incidental shock testing during component operation?
1:17:41 - Timeline for 51% HX50 build participation?
1:18:55 - GT50 testing with SAF from inception?
1:19:20 - SAF vs. Bio-diesel differences?
1:21:03 - Wheeled landing gear crash performance benefits?
1:21:57 - Hot air re-injection post-combustion into airflow?
1:23:05 - Dynamic gearbox mounting shocks status?
1:25:22 - Additional staff requirements and recruitment for fit?
1:26:50 - Strobe light option for front LED?
1:27:40 - Ground lighting color change capability?
1:28:40 - In-flight auxiliary battery charging?
1:29:45 - Engine exhaust position relative to rear pylon?
1:31:09 - Seat comfort testing in motor vehicle settings?
1:32:48 - Gearbox cooling sufficiency with faired cowling?
1:33:50 - Hub and cowling cooling solutions?
1:34:45 - Use of sound designer for signature tone?
1:36:10 - Is the STARFLEX main rotor hollow?
1:36:50 - Strap-pack lifetime expectancy?
1:37:10 - Consideration of 3D printing for annular combustor?
1:39:50 - Clarification on 400 aircraft/year production timeline?
1:43:27 - Microsoft Flight Simulator update?
1:43:45 - Details on servo actuators?
1:44:47 - Starter generator role in engine failure?
1:45:48 - Helimove system for trailer mounting capability?
1:47:02 - Industry reception of production and engineering?
1:49:05 - Hill Cloud functionality and cockpit cloud independence?
1:50:30 - External battery charging and climate control power port plans?
1:50:52 - First flight test location?
1:51:10 - Pilot and tech training plans?
1:52:36 - Cargo hook option details?
1:53:53 - PC1 location and HalfPenny Green airfield status?
1:55:18 - HX50 flight and audio recording, blackbox inclusion?
1:56:10 - Standard battery type for HX/HC?
1:56:23 - Wheeled vs. skidded ground resonance risk?
1:57:08 - Cabin door mechanism issue resolution?
1:58:21 - Test-pilot role in owner-built HX50 first flights?
1:59:10 - Manual FADEC control possibility?
2:00:45 - Syndicated ownership build attendance requirement?
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