Richard Manley


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Air Medical Helicopter Pilot Career

Helicopter pilots have many different types of employment opportunities available to them. Helicopters around the world are used for a wide variety of jobs including law enforcement, tours, off shore oil and gas support, air medical transport and many more. EMS (emergency medical services) pilots are some of the best paid in the industry. These jobs are considered to be at the top of the career ladder and many... (posted by Richard 4 years 85 days ago.)
Tips on Learning to Hover a Helicopter

If you are thinking of learning to fly a helicopter, it is probably one of the most exciting and rewarding challenges you will face. Some people have compared flying a helicopter to rubbing your stomach and patting your head at the same time. If only it were that easy! When I first began flying helicopters I was sometimes overwhelmed with the amount of workload needed to maintain control of a... (posted by Richard 4 years 122 days ago.)
Think Safety on Your First Helicopter Flight.

Flying in a helicopter for the first time can be a very enjoyable and exciting experience. Before you fly you need to be aware of the dangers of being around one of these aircraft. It is important that all flights begin with a thorough safety briefing so that you have a full understanding of what is expected. Your preflight safety briefing is normally given by your pilot and should include the use seat... (posted by Richard 4 years 124 days ago.)