Full down autorotations in the R44 helicopter

[@rogeronslow1498]

Your autorotations are unbelievable! I must say, the technique where you swing the tail 180 deg just before touchdown certainly keeps the tail away from the ground.

[@oliverreno4734]

You're the best pilot I've seen at performing autorotations, John. I wish I had someone to demonstrate techniques like this to me when I first become curious about these different types of autos many years ago. I'd really like you to make a video where you are describing at length your mindset/train of thought when you are doing these, perhaps narrating over some videos that you've already made. It would be a valuable resource to people who are trying to understand what's happening in an auto and what your thought process is during the manoeuvre. Many thanks.

[@johneast3220]

Thank you , I’ve been thinking about it but I don’t feel ready ; I need some help with it

[@nbrandaleone]

I am commercial pilot (although I mostly fly for fun/hobby). I practice autorotations for safety and proficiency, but John East does them as an art form. I am always amazed at how well he can maneuver the ship and land so precisely. I hope one day to be 1/2 as skillful as he is.

[@wswift7611]

As a veteran helicopter pilot and instructor for many years, my hats off for John in performing these auto stunts, particularly it is a R22 which is always considered as an unforgiving ship. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@grindio]

You are the master of autorotations, more please for the pleasure of an old and retired H pilot. Thank you !!!

[@werneralberts8678]

John, you are absolutely insane. I would like to be able to understand a helicopter like you do. But one day I will come and visit you. Great video!

[@briancooney9952]

This is just glorious! Must be Awesome to have mastered the use of the machine to this point!

[@luketuxworth6943]

i want some auto lessons 😂 those are bloody perfect mate

[@cody1648]

It's mind-blowing how fast you can set that bird down.

[@MrTizzle75]

Amazing skill indeed! Much respect!

[@vampire526horizon8]

I'm so amazed with your skill...may I asked a question ...what could possible cause a sudden drop of both Engine and Rotor RPM while at cruise flight...altitude 1200 ft, A/s95k, 4 pax.with less fuel ..manifold at 22 InHG ..indication loss of power ..low rpm lighted and low rpm audio, both needles drop to Idle speed ...what do you caused this incident??thanks

[@johneast3220]

Hi , sorry for the delay. I’m not sure what would have caused that , possibly a magneto failure. I’m by no means an expert and my mechanical knowledge isn’t quite where I’d like it to be

[@copterkid6759]

Bucket list......To fly with John East.

[@marctrossbach6560]

Nice work

[@paulcantrell01451]

Every time you pedal turn near the ground, I worry that you're going to catch a skid and dynamically roll over. Maybe the camera is making me think you're lower than you really are. Good luck!

[@johneast3220]

Yessir , it could certainly happen. I think the skids are high enough that something would have to be sticking up to catch your skid , I’ve never felt like I was going to stick it in the ground.

[@topofthegreen]

mad skillz!

[@stealhty1]

While others have nightmares about Autos ,you just dream about"em,,clearly is your play ground,, why do we need an engine after all.when you Master the Rotary Glider ,,,,,😎

[@grindio]

I really 👌dream about autorotations too, and like that.

[@BenC20B]

Hi John. Be great if you could do a greatest hits compilation of your R22 autos. Or if you have already send me the link 👍

[@johneast3220]

Hi , I think I’ve got one I posted a few days ago

[@BenC20B]

@@johneast3220 I know the one and I enjoyed it. The commentary on what your doing is always interesting too. I was after like a 5 minute fast and furious edit of a whole heap of your favourite R22 videos you’ve taken…..reverse flares, night autos, on field, off field etc. Not necessarily showing each one from start to finish just a bunch of flares from different camera angles, some of the more exciting entries or turns etc. It would just be nice to have something like that I could direct people to who are interested in what can be done in a 22 in terms of autos so it’s a pretty selfish reason I guess.

[@lucywucyyy]

if i was falling out of the sky with anyone id want it to be you!

[@indyjons321]

Are the areas you fly in usually pretty close to sea level?

[@johneast3220]

Density altitude normally doesn’t exceed 3000 , but yes within a few hundred feet MSL on all these autos

[@itsthenuma]

@@johneast3220 I'm blown away at these autos. I've flown at DA's around 5000+ and I drop like a rock and there's so little room for error.

[@FlyingJournalism]

Watch that tail rotor🙈

[@mikebell4396]

This guy must be ex military no?