Helicopters and Firefighting
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A 10 page paper that discusses the use of helicopters in fire fighting efforts, both in urban settings and in wildland areas. The regular use of helicopters has increased the need for new technologies and increased training to meet the requirements of this challenging transition. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Helifire.wps

The Autogyro & Vertical Flight
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A 5 page paper on this vehicle for vertical flight. Its development, relevance to helicopters, and future developments are exploited. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Autogyro.wps

Flight Recorders
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A 5 page paper discussing the issues surrounding flight voice recorders and flight data recorders for aircraft. The regulations that apply to this particular area of the FAA's jurisdiction are discussed. A detailed account of the capabilities of the boxes is illustrated. Also addressed are some of the new ideas that apply to the "black boxes." Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: blackbox.wps