Insights from a Professional Helicopter Pilot

Dive into expert tips and aviation knowledge shared by a seasoned helicopter test pilot dedicated to elevating your flight knowledge and skills.

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  • Strips vs dials – Which is better?

    Strips vs dials – Which is better?

    Anyone who has flown a few glass cockpit aircraft will have noticed that gauges that use strips for airspeed and altitude seem to be in fashion at the moment. However some aircraft manufacturers seem to have stuck with dials even in the digital age – particularly Sikorsky and Bell. Are strip gauges the right way…


  • Under the weather – are UK HEMS weather rules broken?

    Under the weather – are UK HEMS weather rules  broken?

    Aviation is a complicated business, requiring complicated rules. In the field of Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) the rules for weather limits are complex but have they become too confusing, leading to mis-understanding and a normalisation of deviance? In this article we look at the current state of play for UK weather operating limits for…


  • Mastery of the GTN 750 – Ten things you should know

    Mastery of the GTN 750 – Ten things you should know

    The GTN 750 and the newer GTN 750 Xi are standard equipment in many light twin helicopters. As the main interface for navigation and communications, pilots need to use it effectively. This article covers some tip and tricks to make your life easier and allow you to focus on operating the aircraft. The topics included…