How Safe Are Mosquito Helicopters?
WouterWhether you are looking to buy a mosquito helicopter, or looking to buy a kit to build your own, it is important to understand the safety and performance of these aircraft. These aircraft are used for aerial spraying to control the population of mosquitoes and prevent diseases that can be transmitted to humans.
These aircraft are a great way to monitor and treat wetlands that produce mosquitoes. They are also used by law enforcement agencies to pursue offenders.
These helicopters are easy to fly and offer a low cost of operation. They are also quiet and excellent for low-altitude surveillance. The price to operate them is about $66 per hour, making them an attractive bargain to local departments.
These helicopters are powered by a two-cycle, two-stroke engine that produces 85 horsepower. These engines are manufactured by Inntec and produce a high power to weight ratio. The Mosquito XE285 is the latest development of the XE series. It is made of high quality fiberglass and has a vinylester matrix airframe.
These helicopters are equipped with a fixed-skid landing gear and five lithium ion magnesium cobalt batteries in series. They are able to cruise at 70 mph. They can carry up to 12 gallons of fuel, and have a range of 150 miles.
Aside from mosquito control missions, these aircraft are used for firefighting and overwater rescue. They can be fitted with improved equipment to further increase their effectiveness. They can target specific areas, and expand their coverage during one mission.
