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Gyroplane Freuently Asked QuestionsWhy choose a Magni Gyro? Answer: For at least 9 reasons!
1. THE MATERIALS All materials used by Magni Gyro for parts that are structurally important or relevant are fully certified aerospace materials which are fully traceable using our quality control system. 1.1. NORMALISED 4130 “CROMOLY” STEEL 4130 “Cromoly” steel is an alloy steel which contains Chromium and Molybdenum and is widely used in the aerospace industry. The Chromium increases the hardness, elastic limit, tensile strength and resistance to corrosion and wear whilst reducing thermal conductivity. The Molybdenum further increases the strength and the hardness and improves the response of the metal to the various treatments to which it is submitted. The steel we use is “normalised” which is a treatment that improves the grain of the steel returning it to its original condition after being worked; this leads to an improvement in the strength and increases the performance of the welds. These alloy steels have much greater strength in both compression and tension and a lower specific gravity than other steels, including stainless steels. The 4130 alloy steel we use is the aeronautical steel par excellence It is particularly strong (many other steels, including stainless steels, break well before the 4130 even bends!) and is more corrosion resistant than even many of the stainless steels – a particularly useful characteristic if operating in coastal areas. We use 4130 steel for the structure, the controls and all the metal parts that have any structural importance to our gyroplanes. 1.2. THE COMPOSITES Composite materials can be engineered to provide a combination of characteristics that are very difficult, if not impossible, to find together in natural materials. They combine great strength with light weight and, due to their “composite” nature, can demonstrate a wider range of characteristics than any other material to meet the diverse requirements of a gyroplane. The resins, cloths and when required, foams that we use are fully traceable and certified materials. It is for precisely these reasons that we chose to use composite materials not just for structural parts but also for the rotors which are as a result widely recognised as being amongst the very best gyroplane rotors available anywhere:
Magni Gyro only buys third party components that are certified or that comply with detailed and demanding data sheets. For example the hardware for the control line is strictly of aeronautical grade. The teeter bolt is a PAN series bolt, and is the same bolt used in Tornado fighter aircraft. 2. THE PRODUCTION The quality of Magni Gyro products is well known and is based on rather more than just the quality of the materials and components used. There is only one way to make the most of and enhance the characteristics and qualities of a good material and that is for the skills and procedures used to work with and on it to be at least of the same high quality. 2.1. PRODUCTION PROCESS The production process makes use of advanced technologies and highly specialised and skilled labour. All the work is structured within the framework of a very strict and demanding production schedule embedded in the Quality Management System that guarantees the achievement and the continuity of the highest quality. Here are some examples of the techniques and processes we use to ensure our gyroplanes meet our exacting standards: All welding is done with TIG Argon technology. The structural parts made of composite materials are produced using moulds that guarantee vacuum and constant temperature curing. As a consequence the parts produced are extremely strong. The rotor blades, being one of the most sensitive parts of the gyroplane, are produced in an air conditioned room where temperature and humidity are kept constant. Rotors and propellers are flight tested to check the dynamic balance using the Chadwick System tooling. This kind of system is used for the dynamic balancing of the rotors of most helicopters. A separate facility in the building is reserved for finishing and it is here that the parts are prepared for final painting which takes place in our dedicated paint facility in another building immediately outside the main building. The Quality System schedules the periodic calibration of the tools to make sure that there is no possibility of unacceptable variances appearing. But the great attention to detail and the tremendous care taken extends well beyond just the design and production process. 2.2. THE LABOUR FORCE Magni Gyro is very proud of the skills and of the professional specialisation of the team! The location of the Company within the “Italian Aeronautical Hub” (Agusta, Aermacchi and the historical Caproni and SIAI MARCHETTI are all just a few kilometres away) has enabled Magni Gyro to find and employ highly skilled and specialised workers. The workers have special qualifications whenever these qualifications exist. An example is the Welder who has the Welder’s Approval issued by UK CAA. In addition to this our workshop training transmits the experience and the skills accumulated during decades of work in this field to all our staff. 3. ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT Magni Gyro is always very interested in new technologies and improvements that can lead to a better product and we always choose environmentally friendly solutions where possible. 3.1. THE ENGINE Our gyroplanes are almost all powered by Rotax four stroke engines and we optimise the installation to minimise fuel consumption and noise. 3.2. PAINTING Recent anti-pollution laws highlighted the need for highly “protected” facilities for metallic painting. Magni Gyro has decided to use only low environmental impact paints. The range of colours available reflects this choice whilst guaranteeing the quality and the strength of the painting and its compliance with safety requirements. 4. THE SOLIDITY Weight isn’t always an advantage and we’ve tried to lighten the parts using new technologies where possible. However there are some aspects where Magni Gyro has chosen to accept the weight penalty if the result improves the strength and quality in key areas:
5. THE COMFORT Italian design is famous for combining Style with comfort and every “made in Italy” production line strives to deliver products that fulfil this expectation. We are no different:
6. THE HIDDEN VIRTUES The reasons for some of the solutions adopted by Magni Gyro on their gyros might not be obvious but nothing is done randomly. There is always a reason for adopting a particular solution. For example:
7. THE STORY OF MAGNI GYRO Vittorio Magni has been working in the sector of the gyros for 40 years. His background and technical knowledge come from the helicopter environment where he started his career 50 years ago. The expertise accumulated over these years derives from a deep understanding of, and open minded approach to, rotary aviation combined with a great deal of practical experience. Magni gyros are the result of continuous evolution over many years and have long been recognised for their quality, flight stability and their excellent handling characteristics. More than 700 Magni gyros have been built and sold all over the world which makes our long term operating experience in all conditions unsurpassed by any other gyroplane manufacturer. 8. MAINTENANCE –TRAINING AND CUSTOMER CARE Excellent customer service is one of the most important factors in the success of a product and we strive to provide it. However, Magni Gyro can’t supply this service directly everywhere. To answer this worldwide need for customer support, Magni Gyro has developed a network of local agents able to provide training for pilots and supply & maintenance of gyroplanes and spare parts. These agents have all the required technical skills and information for maintenance and can also provide access to courses run by Magni in Italy for technical updates and training for themselves and/or for their technicians. Dealerships are established in well identified market areas. Every dealer/agent must show that he complies with an agreed set of functions to an agreed standard depending on the available facilities, training capabilities and technical knowledge of his own technicians. In any event, Magni Gyro in Italy is at the service of our customers. For this reason you can contact us directly by phone, fax and email to get any technical and commercial support in the most common languages such as English, French, Spanish, German and Italian. 9. COMMERCIAL APPROACH We and our agents always listen to and, where possible, answer customers’ requests even when they are non-standard. Magni Gyro provides a price list based on the standard gyro configuration based on the fit that most of our customers request. The M16C standard configuration incorporates the Rotax 914 turbo 115 Hp engine (equipped with gearbox clutch, airbox, flydat and fuel pressure indicator), the rear controls (throttle, brake, stick & pedals), the landing lights and the rotor brake. The standard configuration also fully meets the UK CAA Section T certification for gyroplanes and is certified by the UK CAA. If you require further information on microlight and gyroplane sales or training, or would like to take a Trial Instructional Flight call us on 0428 444 868 or contact us here. We look forward to flying with you. |
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