Headsethair,
I can't see where I actually said that single engined machines
couldn't hover , please go back and read my initial post!
. I was simply trying to make the point that in order to achieve a safe forced landing from certain positions over a built up area, it would be beneficial to be moving in the first place, it's always nice to have some energy to convert. I do understand that the R44 glides well, you've read the POH so I know your well aware.
Hovering over the open countryside your options would tend to be greater.
So I make the assumption that a single engined machine is more limited than a twin over a congested area... Its that simple!!
There are some fantastic single engined platforms, but there is just a little more flexibility with the twin in certain circumstances.... is this so hard to understand.... or maybe just admit?
ps: I have no prejudice...single or twin, i just believe that everything has its place, and that we do not just have the legal issues to consider, but the moral ones as well.