I have to agree with arm out the window / blade root etc.... to be honest I am surprised that more people don't get into strife. Mc Gowan....do your comments apply to fixed wing or choppers? I have never flown choppers but the use of instruments flying fixed wing at night is key in staying alive...particularly between V1 and 1500ft. Would be interested to know if it's that different when in a chopper....are they 'eyes outside' most of the time?
Cheers.