MORE BENEFITS


Two other benefits that stood out during the course were that RHC also incorporates lessons from past incidents and accidents, using them to highlight specific operational issues and reinforce key safety concepts taught during the course.


Additionally, their course does not overlook installed systems, such as the autopilot. They believe that if the equipment is part of the aircraft, pilots should be fully trained to operate it proficiently. This was highlighted not only during the in-depth, 24-hour academic portion of the course, but also during the flight portion of the course!


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FLIGHT INSTRUCTION


The flight portion of the course was every bit as impressive as the ground training. Over the span of four flights, we logged a total of five flight hours— each one meticulously structured to build confidence and skill. Just as in the classroom, the thoroughness and organization of the flight syllabus were evident from the very start.


Following an extensive pre-flight inspection, I was determined to absorb as much as possible since I had no prior experience in the R66 airframe. Fortunately, I was paired with RHC Instructor Simon Jones, a renowned RHC instructor known for his reassuring


demeanor, exceptional instructor skills, and engaging personality. Before each flight, Simon conducts a comprehensive briefing outlining the maneuvers to be covered. True to form, he left no stone unturned and thoroughly


addressed


both fundamental and advanced flight techniques. “This is not a quick checkout flight, and you’re done; we spend the time making sure the attendees understand the R66, from focusing on several starts to reviewing all of the maneuvers. We want course attendees to leave feeling comfortable in the aircraft and operating it safely,” said Jones.


Like during the ground instruction, the


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