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Old 17th Mar 2018, 23:29
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SuperF
 
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Years ago the Jet Ranger fuel shut off had to have a guard installed over it, as some long legged pilot knocked it off with his knee, i think. And that switch is right in front of the pilot.

It certainly makes the JR and LR family, with a distinct Pilot and Pax cabin look like a far safer option for these types of flights, as there is far less chance of the pax bag straps etc messing things up.

When we have photo missions we always ask how many pax they want, if the answer is how many seats have you got then you know that it is just a scenic flight, using the pictures as an excuse, and they "may" be able to claim it as a business expense. it sure isn't a true photography mission when they want to fill every seat wth pax, its a joyride with an excuse to have the doors open!
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