Fetters Newest Manned Helicopter Project Lifts off!

[DennisFetters]

Greetings Rotorcraft enthusiast!

It's been a year since last I posted, and as you can see from clips from our last news release, I've been busy.

I was requested here in the United Arab Emirates to design and build a robust multifunction hybrid helicopter for long-range and high speed, and do so in under a year.

That was a big challenge, especially with the lack of in-country resources for such a complex project. In desperation, I was in constant communication with our old friend Mr. Hillburg here on the forum for some rapid prototype advice to speed up this project. I'm happy to say that it was a total success, and over the weekend I was able to pilot this beast into a successful hover.

We are happy to introduce the world's latest helicopter; Al kadhibat Alkabira 101

I want to thank all in my most capable team for all their efforts to make this happen.

 

[Capt'n Gator]

That's going to burn some fuel, and a stagerwing????,

 

[Smack]

Two separate fuel tanks? Why not a turboprop up front? Video?

 

[WaspAir]

This is what you get when a randy Mil Mi-24 catches an unsuspecting Antonov An-2 from behind. Or is that "be Hind" ?

 

[DonBishop]

Congratulations! Banging that out in a year is a remarkable achievement.

 

[Tyger]

Interesting choice of name...

 

[Kevin_Richey]

Finding this photo difficult to believe. First of all, it is not looking even close to his previous helicopter versions. They all have a certain "Fetters-Built" distinctive shape.
In fact, it looks very much to be photo-shopped. The UAE flag colors were placed nicely though.
Then, I asked Google Translate to tell me what Dennis' title means. Surprise!
April First must come earlier in the UAE than the rest of the planet...

The only hover this apparition would have made is when it is printed on card-stock paper, then spun like a frisbee toward a wastebasket...

Dennis: Your name came up, in the thread "Trouble getting confirmation", last wednesday.

 

[Abid]

Finding this photo difficult to believe. First of all, it is not looking even close to his previous helicopter versions. They all have a certain "Fetters-Built" distinctive shape.
In fact, it looks very much like a computer-faked machine.
Then, I asked Google Translate to tell me what Dennis' title means. Surprise!
April First must come earlier in the UAE than the rest of the planet...

Hmm ... I see what it means now. I don't get why because wasn't that funny

 

[Martin W.]

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That radial engine on the front is not what it appears.

It is the starter motor for the 3 huge turbines.

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[Boots]

Looking forward to seeing this at Bensen Days
Be sure to register online for your vendor spot !

 

[Brent Smith]

Rather than being too busy, looks like you have too much time on your hands, Dennis. Thanks for the laugh.

 

[DennisFetters]

Dennis: Your name came up, in the thread "Trouble getting confirmation", last wednesday.

Well, they are lying again. She was Definitely 18 this time!

 

[DennisFetters]

Rather than being too busy, looks like you have too much time on your hands, Dennis. Thanks for the laugh.

It's the first weekend I've been able to take off for a long time now. Just having some fun. Back to work tomorrow.

 

[DennisFetters]

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That radial engine on the front is not what it appears.

It is the starter motor for the 3 huge turbines.

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Naw, it only has two turbines. That one above in the center cools the transmission.

 

[okikuma]

Hello Dennis,

That will make an outstanding crop duster!

How have you been feeling otherwise?

Wayne

 

[okikuma]

How about a follow on to the Boeing Vertol BV-347?

Wayne

 

[Martin W.]

Hello Dennis,

That will make an outstanding crop duster!

How have you been feeling otherwise?

Wayne

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Crop duster ??
Are you kidding ??
They don't grow crops there .
They grow money.

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[DavePA11]

 

[DennisFetters]

Hello Dennis,

That will make an outstanding crop duster!

How have you been feeling otherwise?

Wayne

Hi Wayne.

Thanks for asking. I have been doing well, up to full speed from my COVID attack. I shill have some trouble with swelling in my lower legs and feet, but nothing like it was.

 

[Martin W.]

Naw, it only has two turbines. That one above in the center cools the transmission.

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Always heard you have cool transmissions in your helicopters.

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