Without answering these and the millions more questions we could ask on the factors of the approach, it is an impossible question to answer.....
The more hours the quicker and better our reaction time on making these subconcious decisions....
Did u ask the pilot why he made that turn? Chances are he had a bloody good reason
Attempting to land a heli out of wind with high all up weight is putting any potential passer by at far higher risk of flying debris than an into wind with exceptional awareness and control.