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Old 12-10-2010, 06:51 AM
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Nice work!
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Old 12-10-2010, 07:13 AM
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I would be pretty nervous to be one of those troops after seeing the pilot lift off and for a second try. There is not that much clearance on the rear rotor at that angle. Also, I would love to know what was going through the blindfolded local they had. Between the noise, wind, and navigating the steep drop-offs he must have been very confused.
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Old 12-10-2010, 07:27 AM
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Also, I would love to know what was going through the blindfolded local they had. Between the noise, wind, and navigating the steep drop-offs he must have been very confused.
He's just won an all expense paid holiday to warmer climates, a sandy beach and lots of sunshine.
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Old 12-10-2010, 07:50 AM
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Originally Posted by USMCFLYR View Post
I'm pretty sure that the Helo pilot with some fancy vision system is still not going to be looking back over his shoulder clearing the landing area while concentrating on the stick work up front.
No doubt. A trusted crew chief would provide much better SA on a maneuver like this.
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