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Rotor Torque
Rotor Torque
Aviation
English
The helicopter industry insider podcast! We’ll be delving into the rotary world of aviation & the aerospace support network that keeps the airframes flying.
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22
24 November 2025
Episode 21 - Price Increases
"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 world of helicopter parts and the aftermarket - explains why price increases happen and what's behind the economic decisions that the OEMs and airframers make.
15 min
17 November 2025
Bonus Episode - The Helicopter Show, Cologne!
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 Kevin Amey pour the coffee & open the pretzels to explain why this show just works & what they get out of it in this special bonus episode of Rotor Torque.You'll fine Alpine at The Helicopter...
9 min
12 November 2025
Episode 20 - US Tariffs
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 Aero's Peter Lewis & Kevin Amey unpack the confusion and downright imposition of the ruling. Push play to hear the impact of US Tariffs, the current industry picture & some best practices to...
17 min
20 October 2025
Episode 19 - Mergers
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 into how they fit into the complex helicopter world... Your challenge is to keep track!Just hit play!
16 min
06 October 2025
Episode 18 - Shipping
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 vital cog in the supply wheel and we look at how it works and go through some 'best practices' from decades of experience.And, as ever, it's all beautifully packaged for your entertainment - Episode 18...
17 min
22 September 2025
Episode 17 - Teardowns
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 entire helicopter and breaking it down into parts. We look at the process, the pros and cons, and - as always - a stack of cools facts and insights in a bite-size chunk of audio gold.Just hit play!
19 min
08 September 2025
Episode 16 - Certification
No tag... No good?How do you know a part is ok? Are cosmetics a thing, or are they just reserved for your handsome hosts?Get the inside track on parts Certification in Episode 16 of Rotor Torque - what it is and why you need it.Oh, and we also hit some listener questions, with big topics like "What's going to change in the helicopter industry in the next five years?"Push play to find out!
20 min
25 August 2025
Episode 15 - Power By The Hour
Another Episode, another acronym... But you KNOW we make them interesting!Push play to join us as we delve into the world of PBH - Power By The Hour . We hit how it works, when it works (and when it doesn't...) and why it's one of the helicopter industry's most important acronyms!
15 min
11 August 2025
Episode 14 - Purchasing Habits & Trends
We get deep into the human psyche in Episode 14 as we take a look at purchasing habits and trends.Winning over new customers and allocating marketing budgets is a science of its own - suppliers must evaluate what's happening where and whom is doing what with their parts needs.Do loyalty and customer service still play their parts? If so, how? Push play to find out..Got a question? Get in direct...
12 min
28 July 2025
Episode 13 - Warranties
Who knew that parts warranties were such a taboo subject?!Yep, they have been known to make or break trade relationships. In Episode 13, we break down the industry's attitude and handling of this hot topic!Got a burning subject of your own? Suggestions? Questions? Drop us a line at podcast@alpine.aero
15 min