Eliott Brun, pilot
What are the potential dangers of flying helicopters in the
mountains? “Mountain flying is as beautiful as it is special. It requires a high level of expertise, but also to remain humble in the face of the elements because the mountain will have the last word if we don’t listen to it. You have to know how to adapt to the terrain, the wind, and changing conditions.
“Surrender should always be an option, and one of the most important tips for me is that if we don’t feel something, then we shouldn’t do it. It is also important, as much as possible, to provide an emergency exit by anticipating what could go wrong, never locking ourselves into questionable weather conditions if we are not sure we can get out. Finally, the key words in the mountains are anticipation and feeling.”
What advice would you give to someone who wants to get into this
field? “This is not advice specific to the mountain helicopter and logging world, but more of a general life tip. We must remain simple and true. Always remember where we come from and that at the beginning, we are all driven by this passion for flying and mountains. For me, pilots I admire and respect the most have all remained true and easy to approach.
“A second advice to give would be to never stop believing in it. The time may seem very long to get there, but the pleasure that this work gives is well worth the time spent waiting. Step by step, things come to those who know how to wait. And the greatest success is to end up where we always wanted to be, by having climbed all the stages.
“To conclude, I would say that in such a closed and demanding environment as aerial work in the mountains, the greatest value is to remain humble and attentive. Never forget that the mountain will always have the last word, and that you have to know how to treat it with great respect. We are only its guests.”
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