Rotor Torque

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...

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!

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 entertainm...

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!

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...

Another Episode, another acronym... But you KNOW we make them interesting! Push play to join us as we delve into the world of PBH - Power By The Hour . We hit how it works, when it works (and when it doesn't...) and why it's one of the helicopter industry's most important acronyms!

We get deep into the human psyche in Episode 14 as we take a look at purchasing habits and trends. Winning over new customers and allocating marketing budgets is a science of its own - suppliers must evaluate what's happening where and whom is doing what with their parts needs. Do loyalty and customer service still play their parts? If so, how? Push play to find out.. Got a question? Get in di...

Who knew that parts warranties were such a taboo subject?! Yep, they have been known to make or break trade relationships. In Episode 13, we break down the industry's attitude and handling of this hot topic! Got a burning subject of your own? Suggestions? Questions? Drop us a line at podcast@alpine.aero

Well, it’s taken us 11x episodes to get here, but we’re now going to look at the meaning of life! That’s right… Knowing where to get your helicopter parts from economically & expeditiously. Of course, the correct answer is Alpine Aero… But we’re going to be as unbiased as we possibly can be - hit play to find out!

Hot on the heels of our special guest episode where we hit the new industry developments, Episode 11 takes a further deep dive into emerging types. In amongst the H140 and R88s of this world, there's also the super-sleek and (over?) promising Hill Helicopters HX50 - can they make it work? The helicopter industry is constantly evolving and we're here to look at the real stuff behind the hea...

Every now and again we are going to be bringing in an industry expert into the Rotor Torque hub! For Episode 10, we welcome none other than rotor industry expert & professional journalist, Tony Osborne! Tony takes time out from his busy schedule to bring insight into the the very latest hot topics in the civil & military helicopter world. We hit the new types entering the market, the US mi...

Anyone need a rescue...? No, not from the relentless publishing schedule of your favourite podcast... This Episode hits the exciting world of MEDEVAC & SAR ops... A very different ball game in the type of flying and the support these vital services need to do their job & save lives. Let's hoist you out of your busy schedule for a moment to explore those differences, procedures & eq...

Becoming obsolete is a painful process for anyone(!), but what does it mean for helicopter parts and what can you do about it? Episode 8 hits just that... In the fast moving world of helicopter design & production the upgrades from "Model A" to "Model B" can result in design tweaks and that impacts everything... So how do you maintain the relevance of "A" whilst a...

Has there been a more challenging subject than making Parts Identification sound interesting? More importantly, do we succeed in doing so? Only one way to find out! Over to you to hit play and enter the minefield of parts identification... Entertainment, education AND clarity?! See if Peter can name part numbers off the top of your head? (Spoiler.. He can). And just how do manufacturers catalogue...

You really have to know your stuff when you supply helicopter parts all over the planet. You can be as quick and efficient as you like, but if you haven't got your paperwork in order then you are in a world of pain. The minefield that is Export & Customs is tricky to navigate, especially when you are dealing with dangerous goods and the heat of scrutiny is turning up... Let's shed some...

As you know by now, we’re here to bring clarity where there’s confusion in all parts of the rotor industry (see what we did there…). This episode hits the concept of Exchanges, where operators need spare parts and can either buy that part outright or swap a broken part and get an enhance unit from their favourite supplier (hint hint…). What’s the point? How does it work? And what happens behind th...

Let’s talk money! Here at Rotor Torque we are NOT shy of the difficult topics and ‘going there’ when we need to. In E4, with 30 years of experience in the business, we give the low-down on list prices v value and cost structures, and and what drives the whole damn lot. A highly valuable episode!

We promised this podcast would be going under the skin of the helicopter industry, and E3 hits a vital cog in the wheel! Let's talk aftermarket, logistical jigsaws, and keeping the industry moving as Alpine Air Support's Peter Lewis & co-host Rich Cooper break down The Supply Chain!

Love them or loathe them, Trade Shows are a vital cog in the helicopter industry wheel. In our second episode, we discuss how they work, which ones stand out & why, and what role they play in the rotary-wing world. Welcome to Rotor Torque!

EPISODE 1 : Intro... The who, why and what of Rotor Torque! This podcast goes under the skin of the helicopter industry and is brought to you by Alpine Air Support. Your hosts are Peter Lewis, CEO of Alpine & pro aviation photographer Rich Cooper... Let's talk rotors... Welcome to Rotor Torque!