In my Cal Fire career I have worked with the S-64 Sky Crane, S-61 and also the CH-47. All are awesome and he "reload and return time" is impressive. Think of what could be accomplished if we use them flying at night on wildfires.
@LifeOnTheSkids
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@LifeOnTheSkids
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve flown lots of type 1 helicopters over my career and I believe the CH-47 is the best type one platform for firefighting 👍👍😎
@AlexKall
Ай бұрын
Impressive flying! Also like the music!
@DCT_Aaron_Engineering
2 жыл бұрын
Great seeing you back in the seat doing what you do best mate. Cheers 🍻 Aaron
@LifeOnTheSkids
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@rkoczewski1
Жыл бұрын
Hey Earl. I often wonder about helicopter pilots who fly utility from the left seat. I think about back problems specifically. I see you guys use the strap to lean into. I wonder if you feel that is sufficient? I have seen Columbia Heli use a molded armpit rest on their 47. Do you have issues with back and do you think the strap is sufficient?
@LifeOnTheSkids
Жыл бұрын
Yep back problems. Lol. Over 30 years of learning out the bubble all day took a toll on the ole back. The strap is Way better than the elbow pad. I can get a lot more comfortable with the strap on the ribs. The Chinook has the ability to offset pedals which is a game changer for comfort sitting sideways. I run them 3 on left 2 on right. Makes your feet even and eases the pain in the hamstring on an 8 hour flight day. 👍👍
@LifeOnTheSkids
Жыл бұрын
Also no shoulder straps! Which is going to suck in an accident. More than likely will be pitched out on impact. A risk utility pilots take unfortunately
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