Francis, I too flew on the early ones with Heliphotos. It was one of the most rewarding jobs I have ever done. It was good for everyone, the kids loved a change to the usual routine and were immensely excited by it all, it was fun for the teachers too, a couple of National Curriculum modules were provided ready made to the school (the carrot), the crew got a huge amount of satisfaction, the parents got a school photo to treasure and Heliphotos made a profit.
And not least, helicopters got a positive press wherever they went (the press were often there) and thousands of kids got to see one close-up with a sensible explanation of the whys and wherefores.
Remember the demo of principles of helo flight using a frisbee?
Win win win!
Still a brilliant idea, well done Malcolm!