Robinson R44 Trial Lesson

The Robinson R44 is an excellent helicopter to fly a trial lesson in. The modern roomy cockpit provides an ideal learning environment and the helicopter's ample power and predictable handling characteristics make it a pleasure to fly. Being a 4 seat helicopter it is also possible for 2 other interested individuals to accompany the student on the flight*.

A trial lesson will involve a ground briefing (often in the cockpit) followed by the flight itself. The primary topics covered within a trial lesson will include;

• The fundamentals of how the helicopter works
• The individual flight controls, their purpose and operation
• A basic understanding of the flight instruments.

After take-off from Shoreham airport the student will have the opportunity to;

• Manipulate each control in flight and
• See how the helicopter responds visually or via the cockpit instruments
• Follow the instructor through on some of more complex manoeuvres
• Have a go at hovering (on flights of 30 minutes or more)
• Experience radio communication with air traffic control.

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