Graviman
I apologise for my name dropping but I couldn't resist it, I was still "charged" from having met Sergei.
Like IFMU I was enthralled that he was so personable and the enthusiasm you now share for helicopters is infectious and Sergei is a real "carrier" of this disease we call Sky Fever.
The thing that astounded me was his knowledge of the most obscure aircraft built and IFMU is so right - he can talk to anyone and put them at ease. What a gift!
I pass on one snippet - if Sergei had all the money required, he said he would buy a - HAWKER HUNTER!
The man has taste!
Glad you could make the RAeS lecture, keep an eye out for their website and the Royal Institiute of Navgation for that matter, the presentations can be memorable.
A few Robinson hours have been the downfall of many a good lady or gent - once smitten, there is no going back!
UG
