Air show fail: Mayo One helicopter started by spectator
Back in the day, when we used to support various air shows as part of the PR effort of the Navy, we had an SOP that required us to disconnect the battery before the public showed up. Seems like a prudent move for anyone, SOP or not.
As noted previous, if there's a key required to start that aircraft, wouldn't that be in possession of the pilot?
As noted previous, if there's a key required to start that aircraft, wouldn't that be in possession of the pilot?
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As noted previous, if there's a key required to start that aircraft, wouldn't that be in possession of the pilot?
Only the U.S. military helis have "ignition" keys, after someone stole one and landed it on the White House lawn, iirc!
Point is, it is a very well-known mistake to leave a functional helicopter in the hands of the general public!
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Hasn't the 902 a 'key'?
I don't know if it's standard but the 269's I've flown so far all had proper ignition keys. The other types usually had locks on the doors.
I like how all Bell mediums seem to have the same key, makes ordering a spare lock that much easier.
I like how all Bell mediums seem to have the same key, makes ordering a spare lock that much easier.
