R22 Beta II
These particular videos are some of the basic maneuvers you will be learning in the Robinson R-22. They are in the "Practical Test Standards" (PTS) and are maneuvers you must become proficient in to pass the practical portion of your check ride with an FAA designated examiner. I studied these videos closely in order to be prepared for my lessons. It might even save you some bucks, and we could all save a little money, mainly because you’re mentally prepared before the lesson and you'll learn the maneuvers quicker. You know, doing your homework so to speak.
KUDOS to Michael for taking the time to record and publish these R-22 helicopter training videos! I for one appreciate having these videos at my disposal.
Lesson on How to Pick up a Helicopter
Lesson on How to Hover a Helicopter
Lesson on How to do a Pedal Turn in a Helicopter
Lesson on How to Side step a Helicopter
Lesson on How to Air Taxi a Helicopter
Lesson on How to Perform a Quickstop in a Helicopter
How to Do Full Down Autorotations with a Power Recovery A couple of exceptions I have with this video; 1) Never push in (off) carb heat during an auto or a descent with power settings below 18 on the MP, see Robinson Safety Notice 25, full carb heat is required and recommended. 2) Make sure you practice positive exchange of controls, I don't see that here. A three step procedure should be used and goes like this..."I've got the controls", "You've got the controls", "I've got the controls". That way we know for sure who's on the controls. It only takes a nano second to lose control. Other then that I really enjoy watching this video.
Lesson on Hover Autorotations in a Helicopter
Lesson on Slope Landings with a Helicopter
Lesson on Autorotations - Part 1
Lesson on Autorotations - Part 2
Recent video of Michael teaching autorotations with a student
Lesson on Settling with Power + ATC Radio Communication
How to Perform Normal Takeoffs and Approaches in a Helicopter
Having fun Getting a Commercial Add-on in 10 Days;
Practicing Autorotations
This one is entertaining to watch, hell they're all fun to watch.
Again thanks Michael...
I am liking this site more and more - lots of work here, keep up the good works. LO
ReplyDeleteOne Exception I have with the "How to Hover" video; After engine start up, you see a man walk behind the helicopter and approch the cockpit from the rear left side, or blind side to the pilot. This is EXCEPTIONALLY DANGEROUS as the Robinson Safety Course will brief you on. There are reports of people walking into the tail rotor of R22's - essentially chopping their head into pieces and killing them. It is a SAFE practice and a good habit to ALWAYS approach the helicopter from the front, in full view of the pilot.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you Shane...good observation!
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