Insights from a Professional Helicopter Pilot
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Engine Failure Training Mode – A safety tool that will punish the unwary
On many modern light twin helicopters, there is a built in training tool allows the in flight simulation of an engine failure to allow realistic but safe training. This “Training Mode” provides realistic visual and physical cues that allow pilots to experience an engine failure without the danger. Whilst they are a superb training tool,…
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Automated take offs – Pointless or are they the new standard?
Automated take offs are now a reality on commercially available helicopters including the H145, H160 and H175 with the latest Helionix software. Given pilots have successfully been taking off without such automation for years are these new systems unnecessary complexity or should they be standard fit for future helicopters? In this article we look at…
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Keeping up with the Norwegians – Six amazing innovations for UK HEMS
The Norwegian Air Ambulance lead the way in Europe for expanding the scope of what helicopters can do in emergency aviation. Through the application of technology, a deep understanding of their aircraft and a full grasp of the regulations, they have developed a system the outshines UK HEMS1. In this article, we look at six…