Originally Posted by
Robbiee
Well, if it were as standard as seat belts, then I'd of seen one by now.
Besides,...if you need such a precise altimeter, then you probably shouldn't be flying VFR.
Well, I think we should not use your experience as a guide to how common Rad-Alts are. If you would have flown other helicopters than the Robinsons, I am sure you would have seen one or two.
You can try flying in remote areas in the winter, extended over water or in low light conditions and you will appreciate the help you get from this fancy tool..
We can have all the training/fancy toys/experience in the world, but in the end, we're all just human, and **** happens,...and will always "just happen".
As for your last statement, I suggest you sign up for a basic course in SMS and Risk management, so as you say: **** will always just happen… maybe not happen after all…
This accident, didn´t just happen….