maybeim
Senior Heliman
Location: Stockton, California
| Hello CWaldrip,
MRGrantSr is leading you down the right path. Some start nose in by putting the training wheels back on. Thus practicing from the ground up.
Others that are flying eights or circuits can start learning nose-in in the air.
The more time spent practicing, the more natural it becomes and the less conscious you become of moving the sticks. You just move them without really thinking about the sticks, but what you want the heli to do. It's known as being relaxed and comfortable.
Orientation is key to developing flying skills. Knowing what attitude your heli is flying in and how to bailout of a botched maneuver gives a feeling of security that lets you try new maneuvers.
The sim is an invaluable tool for learning and any new heli pilot should have one IMHO. Even most old crusty heli pilots have one.  |
