why do russian helicopters have tits?
probably helps keep runway debris out of the intakes. better question is why are they so asymmetrical
>>64301186look up translation tendency
>>64301186This is as upsetting as seeing Ryan Goslings' fucked up uneven eyes.
>>64301178Retrofit dust separators for the turbines for operations in sandy places like Afghanistan to prolong overhaul intervals and overall engine life.
>>64301217And for reference this is what you see on Western choppers and is built into the turbine. There's also some whacky ass looking airboxes from places like South Africa or whatever to retrofit Hinds and other Sovbloc hardware if buying from Russia isn't the preferred option.
>>64301178PS turning the filters on the Hind causes something like 5% power loss at sea level. Hits harder in hot and high environments.
