Okay, i'm still trying to get my head around why it might work out cheaper training in an R44 instead of an R22?
In an R22 the Datcom starts when the engine is turned on and that is included in the log book 'flying time' and so is charged from that point?
In an R44 the Datcom starts when the collective is raised yet the 'flying time' that is logged still starts when the engine is switched on but is charged from the raising of the collective?
This then means that in an R44 you log your 'flight time' from the moment the engine is powered up yet you pay from the moment the collective is raised. therefore if it takes 10 minutes before take off to complete checks and get permission from ATC and 10 minutes after landing before shutting the engine down, you are actually getting 1 hour and 20 minutes towards your minimum 45 hours 'flying time' but only paying for 1 hour?
Have I got this right or am I missing something?