Rotor Torque

So what's next inside your favourite podcast? Well it is the season of goodwill, so let's celebrate that human connection!Alpine turns 30 in 2026, so we're looking back at how client relationships are...

22 Dec 202511min

Unapproved parts can absolutely be as dangerous as they sound - and especially so in the helicopter world.We look at how bogus parts affect the industry, why its such an issue, and the nuances of such...

8 Dec 202514min

"As certain as death and taxes..." It might feel like they are often made up on the spot, but there's math behind the science of price increases.Episode 21 of Rotor Torque - the insider's guide to the...

24 Nov 202515min

It's the No1 MUST ATTEND show of the year for the European rotor industry!But why? What makes it so good? This year's edition is in Cologne, which kicks off this week!Alpine Aero's Peter Lewis and Kev...

17 Nov 20259min

Uh-oh... It's the "T-word"!The challenges face by the US-imposed Tariffs upon the helicopter parts industry cannot be underestimated.As ever, we address the important issues... In Episode 20, Alpine A...

12 Nov 202517min

Welcome to the latest episode of Rotor Torque! The insider view on the support of the helicopter industry.In E19, we look at the subject of mergers. Sure, they happen in every industry but let's dive ...

20 Okt 202516min

Can you judge a company by its packaging? We think so.There's absolutely no point in having the best service or cheapest part and then throwing it into an unsuitable box... So yes... Shipping is a vit...

6 Okt 202517min

Where do helicopters go to die..? How long does it take to reduce a once-mighty cab to a parts listing, and how on earth do you do it?In this Episode we investigate the process of Teardowns - taking a...

22 Sep 202519min