OK VF, we get it, you don't like Robinson Helicopters. I see that your alias on another Aussie Heli site also makes the same statements with your trademark colourful language. Why don't you use your energy and try to add something useful to the debate?
Again, perhaps we can stick with the facts. In Australia there have been 4 tragic helicopter accidents caused by fire (after crashing) within the last 12 months or so. 2 of these have been R44's (without fuel bags) and 2 were Eurocopter product (Twin Squirrel @ Lake Eyre and B3 at YSBK), presumably with fuel bags and "extra" safety that Robinson does not offer (according to many) ?!
Maybe someone can explain why the 2 Robbie accidents were worse the the 2 Eurocopter fires ? Maybe someone can explain why the Robbie fires were worse than the Eurocopter fires ? Of course, that's not possible is it ? All 4 were really bad accidents and NOT LIMITED TO ROBBIES !
Like I have said prior, let's stick to the facts and this site maybe of value to all.
PS - I think SP answered the questions directed to me, however I suggest that anyone interested in finding out about the R66 look at the Robbie website. We will all be flying them soon, I went to the the factory in January and they can't make them quick enough. (Of course VF would rather walk, up to him !).
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