Ref the "Pole" photo. Am I the only one who sees a face in the right hand seat of the '44? Perhaps it was taken at the refuel depot with the Otter pilot holding the collective down.
I have not seen any mention from the team involved that the photograph was taken at the pole. Perhaps just released to the press and let supposition do the rest?
As regards leaving the machine with the engine running you may well have seen the effective yet unauthorised mod to the R22 that the muster guys do so that gate opening, hot refueling, relieving a distressed animal etc. can be done with engine running. A neat aluminium U piece hinged to cover the collective on the ground ensures that the collective will not rise.
But don't tell Robinson. They'll make it themselves and charge you USD1,000 for it
