ask them to now go back and record footage with full power removal. I reckon things may be slightly different. You only need to see the blades at the landing to know they are still under power. Not realistic im afraid. If an engine stops, it stops, which was what was being discussed. (if the engine quits) NOT loses power, allowing a partial power auto.
I still think unless youve trained a lot in that position, it'll catch you out quickly.
Yes. That "Partial Power failure" looks quite like single engine failure on a older twin helicopter.
I've newer flown the R44. Is inertia about the same as B206?
If I remember it right things start to get rough on the office if hovering above 30 feet and trying an auto from there.
I dont Think 200AGL/zero speed is the best place to be when the only engine quits. The height/velocity diagram is there for a reason. Also, the pilot that did the test flights knew that it will be an auto, he also probably was at least average at doing autos.
That said, some times you need to be there.