Uh-oh... It's the "T-word"!The challenges face by the US-imposed Tariffs upon the helicopter parts industry cannot be underestimated.As ever, we address the important issues... In Episode 20, Alpine Aero's Peter Lewis & Kevin Amey unpack the confusion and downright imposition of the ruling. Push play to hear the impact of US Tariffs, the current industry picture & some best practices to navigate this minefield.
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Episode 19 - Mergers
Welcome to the latest episode of Rotor Torque! The insider view on the support of the helicopter industry.In E19, we look at the subject of mergers. Sure, they happen in every industry but let's dive into how they fit into the complex helicopter world... Your challenge is to keep track!Just hit play!
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Episode 18 - Shipping
Can you judge a company by its packaging? We think so.There's absolutely no point in having the best service or cheapest part and then throwing it into an unsuitable box... So yes... Shipping is a vital cog in the supply wheel and we look at how it works and go through some 'best practices' from decades of experience.And, as ever, it's all beautifully packaged for your entertainment - Episode 18 is ready to unwrap now!
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Episode 17 - Teardowns
Where do helicopters go to die..? How long does it take to reduce a once-mighty cab to a parts listing, and how on earth do you do it?In this Episode we investigate the process of Teardowns - taking a entire helicopter and breaking it down into parts. We look at the process, the pros and cons, and - as always - a stack of cools facts and insights in a bite-size chunk of audio gold.Just hit play!
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Episode 16 - Certification
No tag... No good?How do you know a part is ok? Are cosmetics a thing, or are they just reserved for your handsome hosts?Get the inside track on parts Certification in Episode 16 of Rotor Torque - what it is and why you need it.Oh, and we also hit some listener questions, with big topics like "What's going to change in the helicopter industry in the next five years?"Push play to find out!
The helicopter industry insider podcast! We’ll be delving into the rotary world of aviation & the aerospace support network that keeps the airframes flying.
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