Yeah trick paint job! I think a flying helmet in a helo are a very good thing, especially if you are operating in the weeds. Interesting to compare motorcycle helmet technology today with flying helmets, I think the bike helmets are streets ahead in shell and liner technology, but I will admit a bike style helmet could be a bit of an overkill in hot weather.
I've also heard painting can weaken the shell. Again bikers are advised to replace their helmet after any impact, even after being dropped onto a hard surface, and should be replaced every two years regardless. My company supplies me with a pretty good (I think) helmet, in sober white...I don't think they would be happy if I painted it!
