JUL 2020 Chapter 92 ENG Version Page 92.1
CHAPTER 92
ENG VERSION
92-00 Description
The Electronic News Gathering (ENG) version of the R66 helicopter (R66 Turbine Newscopter)
is configured for a typical news crew consisting of a pilot (in standard, right front seat), an
onboard reporter in the left front seat, and a camera operator in the left aft seat.
The ENG version is a four-place helicopter. An equipment console is installed in lieu of the
center aft seat.
The camera operator uses a laptop controller to operate an HD video camera and zoom
lens mounted to a gyro-stabilized gimbal on the helicopter chin. Micro cameras are located
in the cabin for filming an onboard reporter, and another micro camera is mounted to the
horizontal stabilizer sometimes used for weather reporting or to display the aircraft in flight.
A seven-inch monitor and a Geneva digital audio controller are located on each side of the
instrument console. A ten-inch monitor is mounted on an arm assembly in front of the left
aft passenger and controls are located in the equipment console. Each monitor allows for
independent monitoring and transmitting of video from cameras.
R66 ENG is equipped with a microwave system which provides live broadcasting capability.
Other features include a video recorder, TV tuners for monitoring local television broadcasts,
and radios for monitoring AM/FM radio broadcasts and for talking with ground personnel.
ENG equipment has a dedicated circuit breaker panel with a second master switch. Some
ENG equipment is 14-volt equipment (R66 electrical system is 28-volt) requiring a separate
14-volt sub-bus powered by a voltage converter.
Flight with gimbal camera removed is permissible with D050-13 cover assembly installed.
Refer to § 92-171 Part F for maintenance procedures.
Flight with pod antenna removed is permissible with mounting brackets removed and cables
stowed. Refer to § 92-184 Part E for maintenance procedures.
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