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perfect aircraft for the relay role. Its endurance, flexibility, electrical power and capacity to fly for up to five hours at a time, support the requirements to conduct reliable relay missions. The onboard NEP technician works closely with the flight crew and the director on the ground to give the best, continuous live coverage. Cloud covering does not disturb the transmission but developing weather systems and the surrounding terrain can make for stimulating flying. In order to stay focused, the captain and first officer swap jobs in the handling pilot and communications roles every 15 minutes. At all times flight safety is of the utmost concern and the captain’s word is final.”
Another 10 sporting events were
booked by NEP for 2019, taking the
King Air to several European countries, including the Hammer Race, a three-day cycling event in Norway. In 2020, a major task will be the Arctic Rally, beyond the Arctic Circle. The contract with NEP is non-exclusive,
allowing Zeusch to work with other broadcast companies. The possibility of purchasing a second C90A for conversion to relay work is being actively considered or possibly adapting the other C90A Zeusch currently owns.
A close-up view of the low-drag mast located at the rear of King Air C90 2-ZEUZ that transmits video and audio signals back to a broadcast ground station. (photo credit Guy Warner)