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|name = Helvetica
 
|name = Helvetica
 
|full_name = TSA-181-Helvetica
 
|full_name = TSA-181-Helvetica
|image = Helvetica3.png|imagedesc = A TSA-181-Helvetica flying over mountains in [[Bastia]]
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|image = Helvetica4.png|imagedesc = A TSA-181-Helvetica flying over [[Bastia]]
 
|type=Flying-Boat
 
|type=Flying-Boat
|role=Fuel transport, Cargo transport, Search&Rescue
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|role=Fuel Passenger transport, Search&Rescue
 
|origin=[[Sahrland-Bastia]]
 
|origin=[[Sahrland-Bastia]]
 
|prod_start=2181|prod_end=2225(Planned)
 
|prod_start=2181|prod_end=2225(Planned)
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|speed=110.8m/s
 
|speed=110.8m/s
 
|range=1,600 (full load)
 
|range=1,600 (full load)
|crew=Pilot, Copilot
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|crew=Pilot, Copilot, 12 passengers
 
|variants=none</br>
 
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The '''TSA-181-Helvetica''' is a twin engine flying boat manufactured and supported by [[Sahr |Sahren]] aircraft manufacturer [[Tsaregorodtsev Aviation]].
 
The '''TSA-181-Helvetica''' is a twin engine flying boat manufactured and supported by [[Sahr |Sahren]] aircraft manufacturer [[Tsaregorodtsev Aviation]].
   
The maiden flight of the TSA-181-Helvetica took place on 22nd of Gardo, 2181 and entered into production later that year. It saw usage as a medium sized cargo transport and a few were produced for the Sahren coast service and Bastian coast guard.
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The maiden flight of the TSA-181-Helvetica took place on 22nd of Gardo, 2181 and entered into production later that year. It saw usage as a medium sized airliner and a few were produced for the Sahren coast service and Bastian coast guard.
   
 
==Development==
 
==Development==
 
===Helvetica===
 
===Helvetica===
In 2181 Tsaregorodtsev aviation sought to compete with Abzalev by creating their own flying boats. These differed from Abzalev designs in that they used Turboprops rather than LFO turbines. These were of Zokesian origin as they were easier to aquire in Bastia rather than domestic tekkian models, as a majority of Tsaregorodtsev Aviation's business occured in upper bastia.
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In 2181 Tsaregorodtsev aviation sought to compete with Abzalev by creating their own flying boats. These differed from Abzalev designs in that they used Turboprops rather than LFO turbines. These were derived from Zokesian designs as they were easier to aquire in Bastia rather than domestic tekkian models, as a majority of Tsaregorodtsev Aviation's business occured in upper bastia.
   
 
==Design==
 
==Design==
The TSA-181-Helvetica is a twin engine Flying boat. It features both landing gear and deployable pontoons, allowing it to land on sea and airfields. A design similarity with Abzalev designs was that throttle is determined by adjusting propellor pitch, not engine throttle. The aircraft was never intended to go past 120m/s so little consideration was given to a high airspeed, resulting in impressive agility for its size.
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[[File:Helvetica3.png|thumb|A prototype Helvetica. notice the lack of windows in the passenger compartment.|left]] The TSA-181-Helvetica is a twin engine Flying boat. It features both landing gear and deployable pontoons, allowing it to land on sea and airfields. A design similarity with Abzalev designs was that throttle is determined by adjusting propellor pitch, not engine throttle. The aircraft was never intended to go past 120m/s so little consideration was given to a high airspeed, resulting in impressive agility for its size.
 
[[File:Helvetica2.png|thumb|A helvetica sailing in calm water]]
 
[[File:Helvetica2.png|thumb|A helvetica sailing in calm water]]
   
   
The interior of the Helvetica consists of a large twin seat cockpit and an internal cargo bay directly below the wings. The centre of mass is not shifted significantly because of this tried and true design convention. The lack of a mast however means the ship cannot legally sail for very long as flags cannot be rigged.
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The interior of the Helvetica consists of a large twin seat cockpit and a passenger cabin running nearly the entire length of the vehicle. The centre of mass is not shifted significantly because of this tried and true design convention. In order to compete with jets the cabin was made to be more spacious and comfortable, giving it a preference for less business minded individuals.
   
   
The Helvetica can compete with the much larger [[Abzalev Arrow]] as it is able to land in similarly universal conditions with much increased ease as the aircraft is smaller and easier to maneuver.
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The Helvetica can compete with the much larger [[Abzalev Arrow]] as it is able to land in similarly universal conditions with much increased ease as the aircraft is smaller and easier to maneuver. The only downside is that it carries far less in the way of cargo and is innefective as a fuel transport.
 
==See Also==
 
==See Also==
   
 
=== Aircraft of Comparable Role and Era ===
 
=== Aircraft of Comparable Role and Era ===
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[[Abzalev Arrow]]
   
 
[[Category: Aircraft]]
 
[[Category: Aircraft]]
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[[Category: Passenger Aircraft]]

Latest revision as of 14:49, 25 May 2024

Helvetica
TSA-181-Helvetica
Flying-Boat
Helvetica4.png
A TSA-181-Helvetica flying over Bastia
Role Fuel Passenger transport, Search&Rescue
National Origin Sahrland-Bastia
Production History
Produced
2181 - 2225(Planned)
Designer Tsaregorodtsev Aviation
Unit Cost 177,513(√)
Number Built 80~
Service History
In Service
2181 - Ongoing
Used By Tsaregorodtsev Aviation
Sahren coast service
Bastian coast guard
Aircraft Characteristics
Dry Mass 24.84 Tonnes (unloaded) 39 Tonnes (max load)
Length 20.5 m
Width 31.3 m
Height 6.5 m

Propulsion 2 x R181 Turboprop engines
Maximum Velocity 110.8m/s
Operational Range 1,600 (full load) km

Crew Pilot, Copilot, 12 passengers
Variants none


The TSA-181-Helvetica is a twin engine flying boat manufactured and supported by Sahren aircraft manufacturer Tsaregorodtsev Aviation.

The maiden flight of the TSA-181-Helvetica took place on 22nd of Gardo, 2181 and entered into production later that year. It saw usage as a medium sized airliner and a few were produced for the Sahren coast service and Bastian coast guard.

Development

Helvetica

In 2181 Tsaregorodtsev aviation sought to compete with Abzalev by creating their own flying boats. These differed from Abzalev designs in that they used Turboprops rather than LFO turbines. These were derived from Zokesian designs as they were easier to aquire in Bastia rather than domestic tekkian models, as a majority of Tsaregorodtsev Aviation's business occured in upper bastia.

Design

A prototype Helvetica. notice the lack of windows in the passenger compartment.

The TSA-181-Helvetica is a twin engine Flying boat. It features both landing gear and deployable pontoons, allowing it to land on sea and airfields. A design similarity with Abzalev designs was that throttle is determined by adjusting propellor pitch, not engine throttle. The aircraft was never intended to go past 120m/s so little consideration was given to a high airspeed, resulting in impressive agility for its size.

A helvetica sailing in calm water


The interior of the Helvetica consists of a large twin seat cockpit and a passenger cabin running nearly the entire length of the vehicle. The centre of mass is not shifted significantly because of this tried and true design convention. In order to compete with jets the cabin was made to be more spacious and comfortable, giving it a preference for less business minded individuals.


The Helvetica can compete with the much larger Abzalev Arrow as it is able to land in similarly universal conditions with much increased ease as the aircraft is smaller and easier to maneuver. The only downside is that it carries far less in the way of cargo and is innefective as a fuel transport.

See Also

Aircraft of Comparable Role and Era

Abzalev Arrow