would like to see a light utility/training helicopter to compete with the R-22/44. Something to replace the 206 designed using today's technology with simplicity, reliability, maintainability and (relatively) low cost of operation in mind.
This quote and Ned's story really reminds me of an oft heard bitch from many gingerbeers that I have worked with.
To quote; "why the f'n hell don't they just put a scaled down '47 head and blades on the damm thing."
Referring to R22's of course.
and
quote from shawn coyle
Low airspeed sensing systems
Not at all trying to be cute here. This request is for a warning device emanating from the differential of your low speed accurate ASI and the once a second update on your GPS.
Especially for those newbie drivers that we hear about that come straight off an R22 with a brand new commercial onto the left hand seat of a s61. The device is to kick is to warn when a dangerous VRS situation is approaching.