I agree with 3top on this... it's an experimental project that happens to use the cabin of an R22. A conversion project, it is NOT. I'm not sure where all the negativity is coming from. If we never explored or did anything different, where would aviation be today? Isn't that why the X-Prize exist for the next frontier?
For those of you who've been on this forum for a while, you've seen my posts on the "experimental" helicopter topic. Although I choose not to make the attempt personally (time, finances, and lack of mechanical / engineering skills), I admire those who have that kind of passion and ability.