BUY YOUR OWN HELICOPTER

[@scottmonk]

I'm 62 years old, live in Southeast Texas and started training for my Rotorcraft PPL in 2017, wanting to eventually get to my Commercial, then CFI for whatever came later in my life with regards to flying. Luckily I have the disposable income to do it - not wealthy, but with a good income and a simple lifestyle. My instructor managed the little muni airport where I was training and coincidentally owned a new Cabri G2, which is what I started training with. When I had about 22 hours, he lost his contract to manage the airport and had to sell the G2. I was devastated. Now, i was stuck without an aircraft to train in, with the closest option being Dallas, over 300 miles away. I had always planned to buy a small, used heli to continue flying after my private, but now I moved that plan into high-gear. After a some months, I found a Part 135 operator in the Northeast who was closing the flight-school part of their operation and was liquidating a small, relatively late-model fleet of Schweizer 300 CBs. After some serious negotiating...I snagged the LAST ONE!. It was a 2001 model and since they had their own in-house A&Ps, it was in cherry condition. Had it trucked down to Texas and have been flying with my instructor most weeks to finish my training. We made a deal that he would continue training me and in exchange I would rent him the 300 for a really good rate so he could continue CFI and commercial work as it comes. Got him on my insurance, which I cover as part of the deal and it's working out really well. He gets access to the aircraft, I get an aircraft and training. A side benefit is that we have the only Schweizer in the area, so it's somewhat of a novelty. I love that little heli and I'm getting really proficient in it. Have neglected my ground school because of home repairs due to flooding last year, but I'm back on track and will have my PPL before the summer's out. If you can swing it and you love helis, like I do, I can tell you it is wonderfully rewarding. DO IT!

[@marcjohnson4884]

still own the Schwiezer? How's it treating you?

[@scottmonk]

​@@marcjohnson4884 - LOVE it! It's up at AirFlite for it's 24-month service and I'm having the engine overhauled as it was only 315 hrs. past TBO☺. But it never quit and never let me down. Compared to the G2, it's a dream. A lot more room and tubine guys don't mind working on it. Now that RSG is building them again, parts are easier to find. The only drawback is that it's as slow as a tractor! If you don't mind 55-67 knots when there's headwinds, not a problem. Easy to fly, smooth, forgiving and tough as nails. I recommend them heartily.

[@roncarthew3176]

I got my PPL(h) at 63 training on a JetRanger, couldn’t afford a turbine a/c and thanks to you bought a Cabri G2 which I love. Im 66 now and have 360 hrs up. Come to Tasmania and I will show you what a beautiful place it is ( after Covid of course)

[@khameleon100]

If you do have a Canadian private helicopter license, good luck finding a flight school that will rent you time in one. I was told the insurance companies wouldn’t allow it. Therefore I ended up buying a Bell 47 in the US when I was 56, and the seller taught me how to fly it for the price of gas. It was an add-on to my fixed wing ATPL. I believe the minimum back in 2007 was 30 hours for the add-on. I took my flight test in the US, and when I came back to Canada, they accepted the US license but required me to to take the P-Star exam before issuing the Canadian Private helicopter. If you don’t need hull insurance (perhaps you paid cash so no bank involved), all that is required by Transport Canada is liability insurance, which can be obtained fairly inexpensively. The other factor is to buy right....don’t buy a machine which has little time left on it’s time limited components. Get a machine with lots of time left before overhaul or replacement. I’ve been living the dream for 13 years now and have never regretted it. It was something I had wanted to do since I was 5 years old. Great videos Mischa! Keep them coming.

[@maximusjoseppi5904]

In the United States, private pilots must complete a biannual flight review with an examiner or certified flight instructor. So every 2 years you get checked to see if you still can fly safely.

[@81mick]

Hi mischa I’m 41 yo from Australia , training with Townsville helicopters only about 17hrs into CPL-H 85hrs in R22 and 20 in R44 I’m enjoying the challenge! , I totally agree with you doing the extra hrs even if it is just for recreational use , love your videos cheers mate.

[@billwhitehead2906]

Saw a Cabri at Oshkosh a few years ago and fell in love. I couldn't stop thinking about it. I am a 69 year old instrument rated private pilot in the US but wanted the challenge of learning helicopters. Flew 1.5 hours each way in my plane to take lessons in an R-22, and drew two conclusions: (1) Hovering is much harder than I could have imagined! and (2) I still love this! Got tired of paying so much and flying so far to get lessons and decided to buy a Cabri. I didn't realize that there would be a one year wait for delivery, but fortunately was offered a 500 hour used Cabri located in France. It still took 6 months (and ungodly shipping costs) to get it here and get it reassembled, but I am happy to report that it finally arrived and I recently soloed in it. The difference between a Cabri and a Robinson R-22 is like the difference between a 1969 Volkswagen and a new Tesla, IMHO. Everyone at the airports wants to come over and talk about it with me, and I am happy to be an unofficial spokesman. Your videos helped me to finalize my decision on the Cabri, and I thank you for that.

[@michaelnicholson5023]

Just wanted to say thank you for taking me places I will never be able to do myself. I'm 64 and bought my self a drone, and have become very intrigued with helicopters, never been in one. I am so enjoying your videos! It would be an incredible dream come true to actually pilot one! If I could go back in time...but that not being possible, I'll continue to watch your videos over and over! Thanks again and may God continue to protect you and bless you as you help students realize their dreams!

[@thomasforget7647]

No offense taken. You were very clear. I appreciate your honesty. Some would lie and blow smoke just to cash in on training one more student.

[@victorf.wertheimeriii234]

58 years young i'm in Virginia, been flying my own 172 got fixed wing license for 50th birthday just sold it and got a 1963 Hughes 269A invested around 70k. i fly just for fun always wanted to fly helicopters after 8 years in army as crew chief on uh60 Black hawks around 2500 hours in the back time to rid up front!

[@richardgreene6810]

Wish that was me.

[@brdagr]

Hey Victor thats cool as heck! I'm in Virginia too in Stafford and about to graduate with my bachelor's degree. Been saving up for my helicopter training (about 2/3rds the way there) and plan on buying a Mosquito XET (single seat turbine helicopter) in the next few years when I start my career. Cannot wait! And maybe we'll catch each other at the same airfield sometime, never know

[@mikeallen266]

Thanks for the update.Got my commercial helicopter add on 3 years ago at 55,coolest thing I have ever done . Still flying, still enjoying your video’s, the only thing that has slowed things down is this pandemic, hopefully we can all get back to normal soon. Stay healthy!

[@dirkdahmen7439]

Hey there Mischa. At 52 with 31 years of airline flying behind me, my wife surprised me with a couple of lessons in an R22. Absolutely loved the experience although the Robinson cyclic control did my head in. I’ve been wracking my brain on how to go about setting up a G2 syndicate. It’s clearly the right learning tool although the R44 is currently the only decent 4 seater at the right price. I’m not worried about the age factor. For me affordability is the issue (along with the quality of training school of course). I have no business experience so coming up with a creative way to make this dream a reality is the issue. COVID hasn’t helped! Keep up the great work. Looking forward to visiting one day soon (all the best skiing is in Canada!). Cheers.

[@sergeyltk]

I'm learning English from your videos. Your language is fantastic :)

[@hasanali-cy7ee]

Me to.. 👍

[@joyler3920]

Same

[@helimurr9162]

Hi Mischa, thanks for taking the time to put together and post some very informative videos. I am a fellow Canadian. Got my PPL (fixed wing) way back in 1976. Flew for many years while trying to balance growing a family and growing a business. The flying hours trickled down over the years and eventually stopped. Fast forward to my 60th birthday when I came to the mortal realization that I better start checking off items in my bucket list before I run out of life. Got my PPL(H) by the fall of the same year. After much research and scouring the globe, I became the very happy owner of a R44 Raven II. I am now 66 (years old, not Robinson 66) with just under 800 hours PIC helicopter. Helicopter flying and ownership has been both challenging and rewarding. . . . Oh, and did I mention FUN? Sure, Owning and piloting your own helicopter will make your bank account lighter, but nobody can buy back time. If you can afford the price of admission I would encourage you to buy a ticket to helicopter world, now playing. Safe flying everyone!

[@RashidBeg66]

I am from Pakistan and had been flying in the highest mountains of the world. Now that I have retired, I am planning to start a small helicopter club and am evaluating many choices. This one seems an excellent idea. Will continue watching updates.

[@joffe1983]

Thank you for this. Not quite 77 yet, but it’s on my bucket list. Looking at a MD 530, I’ll let you know when I’m the zone. You inspire me. The Hill is looking damn nice too. Maybe I hit the right lotto numbers soon. You’ll see my at your school. Im in Washington state.

[@adamanddaryneemarshall895]

We are in NZ. I had a commercial licence but haven't flown for 18 years but now am ready to get back into it with my wife. We are just working through the theory first but definitely want to buy a Cabri g2 before we start flying again

[@Chrisibear300]

Hi Mischa, I'm from Austria 51 years old and i decidet to get myself a Cabri G2 Simulator from a Spanish company, learn all the nessesary flying skills and than come to take the course with you guys ;-) Keep up the great work

[@drewbello8721]

40hrs for Private in the US, but expect to be good enough at 60hrs to pass the practical. I think everybody should train to the commercial level if they can afford it. It makes you a better pilot.

[@iforgot1ut]

I'm 85 and still flying a BushCat with a lot of hours in a 310, My bucket list called for flying a Hiller UH-12 C. I am training in a RotorWay EXEC 162 as I fly on a basic-med listens. I have completely restored my Hiller with and current annual. I will fly my Hiller before my bucket gets to rusty. A friend once ask me "how old would you be if you did't no when you were born" I look forward to Flying every day. It's all in what you like Motor Cycles, Snow Mobiles, Sky Boats Racing Cars. I love to fly

[@darioinfini]

Your story about the 77 yr old guy is why I'm likely to stay a sim pilot. Respawns are much more difficult in real life. I wish I had gotten into this when I was young but I took a different life branch and sometimes you need to recognize and accept where you are in the tree.

[@audi6329]

All your videos are so good.

[@whit___8482]

53 years old in New Hampshire, have had a passion to fly helicopters since I was young and have yet to get the time to learn. I'm sure its very unrealistic, but I would love to own a Bell 505 someday.

[@dashudashu1326]

Would use Pitt Meadows. Drooling over the HX50. Already got it configured. Got room for it in Abbotsford?

[@bryanstokes434]

I'm in South Australia and have just said goodbye to Seventy Two, purchased a R44 when I was 58, flew that for six years as a private and decided to go back to stiff wings a couple of years after giving up helicopters, would love to get back to helicopters but very aware that unless your fully on the skills helicopters can bite really hard, only have to look at the insurance premiums to understand that, in Australia we as a private pilot have a BFR Biannual Flight Review. I would certainly recommend anyone getting their own helicopter, they are without doubt the best off road vehicles ninth world.Do get a great thrill out of your channel, I can feel my feet dancing when you do some of those tight approaches. All the very best. Bryan

[@RandomSpaceChicken]

2nd hand H125 with me that I also could lease back as well. I tried the R66, R44 and the Cabris and they didnt feel as comfortable to me, especially the Cabri cabin felt tight because I'm on the heavy side so the H125 felt that it fit me much better for Scandinavian, Iceland etc flights that I do.

[@ottoroth3066]

Would love to purchase a good, if I can find one, Bell Huey UH-1. Restore it and relive the early 70's!

[@thebigbilltheory4388]

I’d love to own a heli. But pretty sure if I’m ever able to afford the courses. For private I’ll probably own a fixed wing. You spoke your mind. Gave your opinion. People are just always looking for a fight. A reason to be an armchair vlogger or blogger and just want to complain. Thank you for sharing your honest thoughts.

[@trueconspiracies7945]

I'm 62 year old engineer, and was looking at buying a lake lot home in Texas for retirement, when I saw that not far from the house, next to the water was a open building with a pad in front. Seems its a hanger for a helicopter. I thought this was so cool. I started looking around found a few sites with information on the differences in helicopters, and started thinking of what I needed to fly it. That's when I found your channel. Not sure I'll go through with it, but would love to buy a Bell 505 ranger. I think it would be great to fly friends around the lake, pick them up at the airport, and fly out to my ranch a few hours away... Really think this would be a blast.

[@rudyarzate1715]

In the ksna area looking to buy a R44. Thanks for all the helpful information. It’s awesome. About to solo next week. Excited!!!

[@hugoplatt5772]

Hugo 61 York UK. Keep up with the videos love them. No not buying, but I will carry on flying done 15 hours in r44. I’m learning a lot from your vids. I love your enthusiasm for helicopters. Thank you.

[@randall6890]

Hey Yellow, I’m looking at light twins and was wondering if you have any favorites?

[@innerverse1809]

Sooo, I thought basic recency of experience requirements entailed a biennial flight review? Which in effect is exactly what you are advocating for... for a private pilot check ride the check ride typically is about the same difference as a bfr in terms of scope of conversation ground instruction and practical flight time.. unless I'm wrong maybe things have changed

[@paulmccue6362]

Your intro really caught my attention - flying has been a lifelong dream, and I just celebrated my 40th birthday a few days ago!

[@neilr.1932]

Absolutely a great video discussion. I truly appreciate your candid comments. You give me the best advice to train in the Helicopter you purchase. I am looking at purchasing a helicopter for private use. Which would fly me between properties in Boquoete Panama (4500' elevation) and Bocas del Toro Panama (30' elevation). Which is a 3 hour drive and 45 minutes boat ride each way. Also allow me to get to the Airport and capital city Panama. What is you opinion on the EC130?

[@Charose1]

Hi there, im a new viewer from South Australia. Youre a mine of helpful information. Im Commencing my CPL training next week ! training on a Scwizer 300cbi and R44. 28years old, with a new life change on the way. ive personally been looking at the Robinson R22beta with aspirations of livestock mustering, having the cowboy background.

[@PilotYellow]

MnC music way to go. Enjoy the adventure.

[@shermanpowell7009]

Like the video! Guess I wasn’t the only jerk that had something to say about the last video! 😂 To answer your question, I’m about to turn 40 in June and I’m working on getting dual commercial ratings (fixed wing and helicopter) in Phoenix, AZ. After I retire from working in the airlines, my dream is to buy a Bell 430 or 222, paint it like Airwolf, and fly tours in some paradise like the Bahamas.

[@paulbury2366]

Great video as always! In UK we have to do a Proficiency check annually as a private pilot- I wish I could afford to buy a helicopter. The 66 is a good bit of rig I reckon , Im trained on R44 which is also a great bit of kit

[@romeomarroquin1844]

What Helicopter would one buy if your looking into doing sight seeing, charter flights, private flights and also looking into some light utility flights as in flying for a hydro company to inspect their lines or delivering small parts?

[@PH-md8xp]

Great information. Honest and realistic. I’ve enjoyed many of your videos. I’m in the Portland, Oregon area, there’s a flight training school a couple miles from where I live in Hillsboro. Been dreaming about learning to fly for years, am 56 years old, semi-retired, and now seriously considering getting my PPL. Not considering buying an aircraft at this point though, but open to it, if and when it makes sense.

[@Anonymous-md2qp]

Is there an option to hire a helicopter on a regular basis rather than buy one outright?

[@glennfinn8094]

Glenn Finn 70 year old, Got my private pilot rotor wing in 1978 in a Enstrom 280 , living in Moab Utah, great aircraft, went on and got my commercial rotor wing in a bell 206 B3 jet ranger, safest helo. ever built . Stopped flying in 1983, when family got tired of moving from job to job. Logged in 1958 hours total time in those two helos. Never pass up the chance to fly.

[@MickB235]

In Australia, private pilots have a BFR or biannual flight review every 2 years . Same in other countries by the sound of it

[@marksmith8086]

Hi, based on what you were asking in the last video I think I would probably go for a robinson r44. Thanks again for the content you have uploaded, it's been a lot of fun to watch!

[@The_Burning_Sensation]

I really appreciated your directness in that previous video.

[@gamedevai]

Someday would like to buy either Hughes 500md or a Calibri at minimum cabri not r22 . Currently in Australia and would like to train in Canada with your flight school. I have been training on a simulator around BC and am very familiar with the area. I placed a helipads on mount Robbie and the power station and been most the places in your KZbin clips even the heart shape pond and rubble dirt hills anyway great insight on helicopters you bring to us cheers and stay safe .......Perry

[@shawnmoberly3160]

Thinking of it in Canada looking at a hx50 perhaps about 40 years old ..

[@brockelliott9442]

Thanks for that clarity and update. So, purchasing may not make sense, can you educate us on Chartering for personal use / pleasure only. What should we be taking into account to charter for personal usage. And of course expected costs. Thanks

[@lee8652]

40s, in the states.. 1K hour SEL pilot.. Sold the plane as it was no longer needed.. bought a boat, now living full time on it... Starting to think a mosquito helicopter would make a great addition to the boat! Thanks for the videos, I'm starting to get the flying bug again!

[@markhickton9418]

Yes, I live in Ont but plan on moving to California soon. I'm going to purchase a MD 600. I might even come to your flight school for training.

[@PilotYellow]

Sounds great

[@peterparkins3800]

Im 51 and live in Australia. I'm looking to get a commercial licence soon. I don't think I can afford what I'd like but I do want a Mosquito xet, as an excuse to keep my hours up, as well as practice, but the idea is to travel and lease or hire when needed. Good job with this channel, always interesting, thanks.

[@ClappoOz]

G'day Peter. Did you end up going through with getting your CPL(H)?

[@peterparkins3800]

@@ClappoOz no unfortunately, things didn't go as expected. I would love to do it, but maybe it will have to wait for another time. Thanks.

[@shawnhawley7301]

I'm from Ontario, I'm looking into the R66. I still have some work to do to ensure it's covered. That's the dream! Aiming for 2022 for licensing!

[@pacole5926]

What are the least expensive new helicopters to consider to buy for commuting daily between bases that are at an elevation of 6800 and 5300 ft? The commute is approx. 20 miles(so significantly less than a full tank of fuel would be required), pilot, passengers and baggage would not exceed 400 lbs. Could a Robinson R44 or R22, or Guimbal Capri G2 do the job?

[@claudiusrouse7535]

Hi micha ,Claude from jersey channel Islands ,I really like your videos they are very encouraging and full of sound advice, everytime I watch them they drive me to do better. I am 52+ and I am working towards my commercial helicopter pilot licence at helicentre in Leicester UK. I found this school to be very supportive an encourages you to strive for professionalism and safe at all time. I will buy a carbi G2 helicopter because it is what I am training on . it is much more stable than the R22. The isn't a helicopter school here but we are very near to France .

[@dumepevu184]

Great video as always Mischa! A MD 520N is for me and fly it in Kenya. What can you add?

[@andrewsilver]

I'm in Texas (originally from Montreal), currently in the market for an R22, possibly an R44, to get my PPL for personal use only. I need a 2-blade to fit it in my garage. Otherwise I'd consider an Enstrom which I've also flown. Very much enjoy your videos.

[@alvindueck8227]

You bet I'd buy my own. R22 likely but the 44 if I can afford it. And I live in Canada. Do you train one person at a time or several much like a school?

[@palandorstvold5622]

I took my commercial helicopter license in Sault St. Marie in 1988 ( I am now 58) with ranger helicopters (part of Canadian Helicopters) but did not fly helos after that, I did go on to take a cpl on airplanes in the US and got a flying job for 2 years after completion of license and have logged ca.2000 hours. Would my Canadian cpl now be a ppl or would I have to train again? (I would of course do the training again for my own sake. And If I win the big lotto I would by the new Hill Helicopter and fly private with maybe a commercial license. ;)

[@bellestansfield3961]

Since I was a little girl I've wanted to fly helicopters, now 72 and recently began gathering information on them....and now following you and learning at a rate of knots. I live in Cape Town, South Africa - the Cape of Storms!! I believe that God places desires in us which He later plans to fulfill, and because of recent business developments, I began to look into it and feel confident that this desire will become a reality. I feel that buying a two seater is restrictive/selfish and hope to procure a five seater. I still ride my Blackbird Superbike but am aware that my responses are not as quick as they used to be. Should my 38 year old son want to fly as well then I will purchase and learn on my own craft. I take your advice seriously about regularly being tested for skill and competency....and feel it's a sensible thing to have two pilots on board no matter what their ages. So I'm checking with friends who would like to learn to fly....the more the merrier. Thank you so much for your diligence and detailed videos. You're a blessing. Belle.

[@markusf.meisinger5832]

Hi Mischa, I like all your videos, from Austria I am, 51 years old and currently doing my PPL(H) on a R22 Beta II. My CFI is a student of you, Mona S. Got excited by HX50 ;) which is affordable but also would like a H130 but for this my budget is by far not enough

[@vincedenimarck6498]

Iam fix wing and rotor Pilot, owned Schweitzer 300 & Enstrom Helicopter by the way was a money pit.. Planning to buy a Cabri the only other 3 bladed safe and affordable to operate , hands down best 2 seater choice.

[@captaingordon]

I’m an airline pilot and would love to get a single engine Huey to explore the Southwest. I watched your videos comparing turbine to recip, and the video comparing a Bell to a Robinson. Both very well done. I see used Hueys listed from $500-1M with time left on them. Would an old Huey be more expensive to keep flying than a new R-66 or Bell 505?

[@JoachimWeinbrenner]

In Germany (guess whole Europe) you have to do a check ride with an FI every two years as a private pilot to renew your class rating !

[@jarkom9]

Joachim Weinbrenner I have understood that there is no class ratings in helis. But I guess there is some biannual training flight or check ride like in fixed wing SEP-class rating. But not sure, I’m only Cessna pilot

[@dimitrischneider9308]

@@jarkom9 You are right, helis have type ratings in EASA land. They are valid for one year, then have to be renewed with a check flight.

[@pete1kirk]

Hi Misha, just for you info, I have a private helicopter licence in the UK. We have to do a Licence Proficiency Check (LPC) every year. Which is, in my opinion a bare minimum!

[@opmlt1]

Great advise. I posted in previous video. I am in the US in mid west Illinois. Looking to buy a Heli-sport CH-77 CHARLIE on the internet advertised @ 67K new. I like the advise about buying and training in my own machine but how is an insurance company going to look at a pilot with no hours? Any advise?

[@paulmarshall384]

Excellent information! Thank you.

[@George-fy7tt]

Private pilots in the US are required to do a biannual flight review and commercial its yearly. I really enjoy your videos.

[@Wazza_333]

I’m in Australia. H125 is what I’m considering for a sturdy aircraft that I can multi purpose. Will be conducting CPL.

[@PilotYellow]

That’s great. Nice machine. Have you had a look at the Hill HX50?

[@neilsmith4799]

In the uk you must do check flight every year

[@Big.Ron1]

I am a fixed wing pilot. I havent flown in 20 years but when I get my medical again I am going to get my rotor wing. I am buying a either a 505 or a 407. It will be in the desert of Arizona, in the plains of Iowa and also up in the Rockies. So hot and high will be important.

[@alfamalecomua]

where it's cheaper to get license in Canada or USA? Or any other country with a compatible license?

[@JoaoAmadoTV]

I'm 43, live in the Caribbean and for private flying only, I would say from the small option of a ROTORWAY 90 EXEC for $50k to fly alone, to an MD500 for $500k to fly with friends and family to deserted beaches on other small islands around us...

[@troypoff7974]

I've been wanting to fly for a long long time. Finally got to the age and financial plateau to get one for my needs and drezm. Rotorway 162 looks to be a great machine that I can build and m a Intan together me around my Northern California mountains and beaches. The redwoods are a beautiful sight to see from below and have only dreamed of them from on high. Hope this gives you a good look at at least one man's hope to have soon. Troy

[@lindalambert6554]

I like your advice very much. I live in La Paz, Baja, Mexico and I just bought an AK 1-3 helicopter. The factory in Ukraine is making it now and it will be ready in April 21. I think it will be a lot of fun to fly it, especially because I will avoid a lot of red tape. I like that it doesn't use aviation fuel. Years ago, I had two Hiller UH-12E. Congratulations on your flight lessons and experience.

[@halllwd94]

Can you fly privately on a commercial license? or do you need to add that on? Is it extra to add on? I mean if I become a commercial pilot then buy my own heli.. Do I need the additional license?

[@micjbaron]

Can I receive training in a experimental? I see some for sale under 75k in the states and figured I could swing that especially if I can do my training in it.

[@maximusjoseppi5904]

Don't buy any experimental aircraft my dude. It's your life you're trusting to 100 small linkages and complex engineering. There's no such thing as a cheap helicopter. If it's cheap, there's a reason.

[@KT-ow1sz]

I'm from the UK Pilot Yellow and we're a little more pragmatic and understanding than some around the world. Love your videos, they're very useful, practical and informative. Keep up the good work please you're appreciated a lot more than you know Mr. Yellow. p.s. I'm a little too old to get a PPL now, but rest assured Mr. Yellow, I'll soon be getting my 'wings' ! Ha Ha !! x. ( Or should that be 'horns, tail and pitchfork' ? )

[@GarrettReardon]

Signed a LOI on a 2018 Bell 505 here in Florida before the world started to end and am still moving forward with it. Flew back and forth a few times looking at it and examining the maintenance records like a hawk with a mechanic I know and trust. Was considering leasing it to my old flight school so they could use it for tours and other needs within their fleet to help with costs but my accountant ran the numbers and it's not needed at all. Had to request permits from the city I live in to build a helipad on my own land, they said no... was informed by my lawyers that I can build one on top of my dock and wouldn't need any approval from the city to do it. Will be 31 next month and hope to have it all done by then. Being that computer nerd truly paid off.

[@puvananathandhanushraj981]

I'm looking forward to buy a Airbus ACH-160. Need some suggestions?

[@larryboyd4014]

Enjoy your videos, thanks. Had a MD500E here in Alaska 9 years private use sold and am buying a new R44 Raven 2 at 67 years old. Pilot in Alaska 40 plus years flying beaver and a cub. Little concerned some of the remote flying I did in the MD500 will require reduced weight and performance in the R44. Thinking the 12 year reliability of the R44 vs the expense of new turbine when most of the flying I do is only with one other person. Never ridden in a R44, delivery in Nov, the buyer of my MD500 already destroyed it, ugh Thought I would share as requested in one of your videos

[@Juanitux]

I'm an 45 years old entrepreneur. I like the Zefhir by Curti Aerospace for the reliability of his turbine engine and his parachute safety to become mi personal tranport and mi guilty pleasure. The second option is the Robinson R66 for his 5 people capacity. In 3rd place i like the Eurocopter H-145 because it is an excelent helicopter. In four place i like the H-160 helicopter as an excecutive air trasport. At least I like the Bell 525 relentless. Time will say that aircraft is adecuate to me and my company. Or the other option is to buy a piston helicopter and just fly for fun.

[@manuelaguirre1089]

What about the Cabri G2, check the information sheet and the manual, it's just awesome!

[@jasonrwilkinson9216]

While I'm too old to be a commercial pilot Mischa and get an ROI from it I'm at least the demographic that can afford to fly albeit for leisure and business, thanks Buddy! :-) I will be in touch to book some flying time with you in spring 2022 for my 50th Birthday and combine it with a holiday in BC and Calgary!

[@jasonrwilkinson9216]

P.S. I'm in the UK Mischa but and would probably buy an R22 which is close to time out but with enough hours/time left to complete my training on it and either (a) get it overhauled, use it and then sell it further down the line or (b) sell it as a timed out hull and then hire a Cabri G2 as appropriate to keep current and when I'd like to fly.

[@joeraymond4020]

NAILED IT!! Thank you !upstate New York. Actually 10 miles from the now, sadly, closed Schwietzer helicopter plant. And I know the daughter of the founder!.. so, it would be a small two seater of that brand.

[@scottmonk]

I own a used 300. RSG is making them again in Fort Worth, TX. So parts for older ones are going to be around. Do it!

[@kanhaidenaro2574]

Hey am in Jamaica , but how much for an helicopter the average price on them

[@juansolaresgalan]

Let’s just imagine, for the sake of commenting your great video: I’m 51 and all my life wanted to fly helicopters. I live in Guatemala, Central America. Flying academies are available here, so getting the training and private license is not an issue, if you can afford it. I’d go for a Robinson R22. Many units are available here and the geographical proximity to the US makes parts available and at a reasonable price. Tourism is huge here. So, many places to go and see. Many climates in a small country also. Coast and mountain. So, that’s what I’d do. If I had the money. Just for the fun of doing something all my life was a deep desire and dream. And still is. 😊

[@amardeepsidhu6436]

Thanks for another great video. Can you please cover the topic of helicopter failure modes (IC or turbine) and what is the recommended pilot intervention/action to avoid or reduce the severity of a mishap. Your video on mast bumping was great. I would love to learn about other things that can go wrong from the machine side. Pilot decision making is another interesting topic. Could you also cover this topic in your future videos? Thanks again for sharing.

[@KTM690ROB]

I will never be in a position to buy a helicopter but I was wondering how difficult it would be for a training facility to instruct in a helicopter they don’t currently have an endorsement on. An example might be a Gazelle, how difficult is it for a training facility to get endorsed so they can properly instruct on a helicopter they haven’t previously flown. Is this something you would even take on?

[@artmckay6704]

All good advice! Spot on and quite sound. I am in agreement. :)

[@GUERenaud]

Hi Mischa, I am from Europe. As I am a seasoned airline pilot for a living, I was able to afford an R44 Raven 1, initially for fun and using it around my area for all nice restaurants and Spas. Thanks for your channel and still hope one day to pay you a visit for a coffee somewhere on top of the range, just for fun!

[@PilotYellow]

That sounds great Renaud

[@stephenchadwell5748]

Why did this episode have mortuary music for the background music? And flying for fun is just that fun.

[@neilsmith4799]

I’m in the uk. I can hire a r22 for £250 an hour engine run time. Why would I buy one. 🤔

[@walterpriori9589]

Hi love your vlogs , been interested in your know of helicopter and training. Im from South Australia so we have no great mountains glacia or lakes as i seen in you flights, magic country and flights your pilot training is to me skill and your passion for perfection. ps. Im a P P C PILOT, P P L FIXED WINGS & have been in many Hellis & flew an R 44 did not take off or hover however in the air it flw very similar to fixed wings with extra pedal of the feet. just my thoughts. cheers love your show...

[@clintonopati]

I'm in Kenya...and would like to fly an EC 130 ... great scenic natural views out here

[@rhonmanor1218]

I would stop talking about age. Sully is a good example of how old age and experience saved the day. They made a movie about it. I really enjoy your videos and I am now taking up helicopters because of your videos and I am really old!

[@timjoem5703]

great advice, well done

[@richardgreene6810]

Thank you for this video. I'm not going to be able to buy my own helicopter. That leads me to a couple of other options I would like you to weigh-in on: How about renting? And, what about being a "perpetual student" (using the school's helicopter) like the 70 year old student you alluded to at the end of the video?

[@flyinbrianewing]

I understood your last video. It's all good 👍

[@eaglezxz3354]

At about 60 yrs..5 yrs ago i actually did some research on buying an old 300 or 47 cross border and leaving it in Bellingham bring it into Can. For the legal time limit. Although technically one must be a u.s. citizen to own state side...there are ways to own indirectly. Some machines are far cheeper there and military parts can be used . Didnt get as far as checking ins. to carry that idea through.

[@christianbeauvoir]

hi Micha, love all your videos, 1st class teaching! i'm 54 starting a commercial licence in France, my dream helicopter: Gazelle

[@jimmckay122]

I have a Benson gyrocopter, and when it comes to autorotaion, it's all I do.

[@ClintDevereauxTeam]

What are your thoughts on the Mosquito XET?

[@valhardy4349]

Montana USA R44 would be best for me I think I'm 54 with 100hr in 22,44,66,md500, Sweitzer300ci, some in bell 407,429 and still have no solo time.