Just because you CAN do something, doesn't mean you SHOULD do it. Continue reading →
https://www.aneclecticmind.com/2021/04/15/why-helicopters-dont-normally-take-off-vertically/
An explanation of something I said in one of my recent YouTube videos. Continue reading →
https://www.aneclecticmind.com/2020/11/12/leaving-a-parked-helicopter-with-the-engine-running/
JUST A QUICK WARNING, WITH PHOTOS. Two close bird encounters on one flight was definitely enough to get me thinking of what could have happened. Continue reading →
https://www.aneclecticmind.com/2017/02/05/drone-pilots-beware-of-bird-strikes/
CLARIFYING MY POSITION ON FLYING IN LOW VISIBILITY CONDITIONS. Scud running is never a good idea, but sometimes it's the best idea under unforeseen circumstances. It's your job as a pilot to (1) ...
https://www.aneclecticmind.com/2016/06/18/more-on-scud-running/
THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND. While I don't think there's anything wrong with taking the doors off a helicopter prior to flight, it does give the pilot more responsibilities to assure that everything i...
JUST BECAUSE YOU CAN PERFORM A MANEUVER, DOESN'T MEAN YOU SHOULD. A responsible pilot knows how to ignore temptation and use good judgment when he flies. Continue reading →
https://www.aneclecticmind.com/2016/05/14/maximum-performance-takeoffs-and-judgement-calls/
MY THOUGHTS. It's about the safe and reliable performance of a mission to best serve clients -- and live to fly another day. Continue reading →
https://www.aneclecticmind.com/2015/04/17/cherry-drying-cockpit-distractions-and-safety/
RESPONSIBLE GUN OWNERS GET PROFESSIONAL GUN TRAINING. My history with guns and recent training, as well as some opinions on gun training for everyone. Continue reading →
DANGEROUS, BUT IF YOU HAVE GOOD HOVER SKILLS AND USE CAUTION, NOT VERY DIFFICULT. There's a lot to consider. Here are my thoughts. Continue reading →
https://www.aneclecticmind.com/2014/11/17/landing-a-helicopter-on-a-platform/
OR WHY I WON'T DO AERIAL PHOTO/VIDEO FLIGHTS WITH THREE PASSENGERS ON BOARD. Think about this the next time you're preparing for an aerial photography mission. Continue reading →