I do not know who revived this Thread but a lot has happened since 2005 when my last post was made.
Nick Lappos has moved to new and more senior positions in the Aerospace/Aviation Industry. He continues to an advocate for innovations in helicopter design and related technology and infrastructure.
He remains the luckiest guy I know....and is living proof of the benefit that can accrue from attending the right Church on the right Sunday.
I am willing to bet Helicopter Seats are still pitiful and far less comfortable than any decent Automobile Seat to be found in the average passenger vehicle on the market.
Sadly, I blame Nick's failure to do better in that regard to be his major failure in Life but considering he cannot remember to tie his shoes he has gone far since his days as a Cobra Pilot in the US Army.