Let the pilot look after it.
Because I am also a pilot.
Because unfortunately, I've seen one too many cocksure pilots (including one immensely experienced South Island 500D driver who I thought was very good) wipe themselves and their pax all over the landscape.
That's why, my trolling friend.
I'm not a nervous passenger - I know I'm going to get a smoother ride in a helicopter than a fixed wing aircraft in high winds - due to my job - have done a lot of paxing over the years.
Now... to return to the question - 50 knots - intriguing - out of interest - I assume there is a point at which crosswind gusts etc might overwhelm say, tail rotor authority?
How does a helicopter pilot decide its too windy to fly - (sensible answers please)?
Last edited by tartare; 26th Jul 2008 at 07:09.