Originally Posted by
Dan9048
I was trying to determine the approximate height that a helicopter can hover at for a prolonged period without being buffeted by the wind, and at such height what would be the approximate visible distance if you were to look out to sea. Many thanks in advance.
Well, one time at Half Moon Bay I got the **** buffeted out of me by the wind, and I was at only a five foot hover.
I could see miles out to sea though, as it was a nice, clear day :-)