Take It Easy Out There!
I am truly saddened by the loss of Sabin Basnyat. I had known Sabin for most of his aviation career as he rose from co-pilot to owner of the company; and I will miss him.
Just because helicopters can fly that high doesn’t mean that we should fly them that high. When will we ever learn? When will we ever learn?
Perhaps it is time that the helicopter manufactures (and this manufacturer in particular) should tone down their publicity regarding high mountain operations and their products suitability for this type of operation. Maybe a health warning should be included in the Flight Manual instead. Alas consciences will probably be eased by another large contribution to IHST.
Despite having joined the effort to make a significant reduction in helicopter accidents in the coming years I still seem to keep losing friends from the pilot community in flying accidents.
Rest In Peace
Last edited by SayItIsntSo; 10th Nov 2010 at 16:40.