Originally Posted by
Whopity
Simply, because a number of items, including max rate turns, that were taught as part of the UK PPL, are not included in the JAA/EASA syllabus that we are now obliged to follow.
Whilst the CAA SSL13 - Collision Avoidance referred to here is quite comprehensive regarding lateral lookout, it only includes a one liner regarding lookout in the climb and descent
Yes, I was taught (in Fixed Wing) to turn as the altimeter needle passed every 500 ft, to clear the view obscured by the engine.
I think many posters may never have flown FW and, for those in that category, may not realise that the view out of a typical Piper or Cessna is like looking out of a letter box by comparison to most helicopters. Better with a bubble canopy (Slingsby or Bulldog for instance), but there is still a major blind spot caused by the engine.