Originally Posted by Helipilot1982
you should get some form of indication that the engine may quit, ie a different noise/abnormal vibration etc. You are therefore aware that it may happen and it is not a huge shock when it does and you are kind of prepared for it in a way.
If that was always the case it would be wonderful. Engines can just quit cos their fed up etc. or more to the point, if their not fed and you run out of fuel.