Valor's reported troop capacity is 14 + 4 crew. The Osprey had the same connected driveshaft powering both engines. The Valor can fit in 3 sides of any box you can make around the H60 and in total only has a 19% larger footprint.
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Yup. I know you know this, but I'm putting this for others. The interconnected engine/transmission systems in the V-22 were a stipulated requirement as a safety feature. One engine can drive both rotor systems in case of an engine loss, but only to a hoped for safe landing Same reason it's in the Valor. I'm guessing all tilt rotors going forward will have this as a requiement.
Valor's reported troop capacity is 14 + 4 crew.
The Osprey had the same connected driveshaft powering both engines.
The Valor can fit in 3 sides of any box you can make around the H60 and in total only has a 19% larger footprint.
Thanks for your insight! We appreciate the clarification and always value input from knowledgeable viewers. It helps keep the discussion accurate and informative.
Yup. I know you know this, but I'm putting this for others.
The interconnected engine/transmission systems in the V-22 were a stipulated requirement as a safety feature.
One engine can drive both rotor systems in case of an engine loss, but only to a hoped for safe landing
Same reason it's in the Valor. I'm guessing all tilt rotors going forward will have this as a requiement.
@JustaPilot1 fun fact is the Chinook uses a similar system. Both rotors are interconnected as well.