Mechanics and Ground runs
Although I have the deepest sympathy for the family and loved ones of the poor mechanic in this thread, am I missing something about FAA rules? I know that fixed-wing mechanics can conduct enginer ground runs, but does the FAA permit mechanics to perform rotors-engaged ground runs on helicopters?
Not surprised to hear that the FAA will not be invstigating it though as they have strange interpretations of all sorts of "accidents" to ensure that their statistics dont appear as bad as they really should be.