I'd be inclined to go along with what Jools is suggesting about R22 incident rate... It's probably the most popular helicopter sold to private individuals who fly because they can aford to rather than because they're able to. Just my opinion tho, without any facts. Rotary wing flying is like most other things, including riding, in respect that all them controls will become second nature with practice. It just takes a LOT of practice. If you want a real 'smelly trouser' experience, think about sitting in the right hand seat of a Gazelle with a RAF Test Pilot in the driving seat who just wants to have a bit of fun - I still feel for those poor sheep! |