Overview
Richard Mornington-Sanford is the only UK flight safety expert presenting this course outside of the Robinson Helicopter factory.
Accreditation
The UK Air Accident Investigation Branch AAIB have commented: “All of the inspectors thought the course was worthwhile and that it would be invaluable for its target audience of PPL owners. Most were impressed by the pro-active stance which Robinson had taken towards improving safety by pilot education, recognising that the education should continue after the award of a license.
“Our engineers were pleased by your technical explanations, which they felt made up for the less than comprehensive manuals”.
Language
Courses are taught in English only with a maximum of 10 students. Those not fluent in the English language must arrange for an interpreter.
Duration
This is a two day course with the flying aspect carried out as and when convenient.
Instruction commences promptly at 08:30am each morning and ends at approximately 17:30 to 18:00pm each day. It is recommended that students should arrive at least 15 minutes early each morning.
Location
The course is run from an airfield in Northamptonshire:
Sloane Helicopters Ltd facility at Sywell Aerodrome, Sywell, Northamptonshire, NN60BN.
However, this course is also available outside of the UK. Please contact us for details.
Syllabus
| Activity | Time |
|---|---|
| Arrive, welcome and morning coffee | 08:00-08:30 |
| Introduction | 08:30-08:45 |
| Reasons for course, General accident review, Types, Causes | 08:45-10:45 |
| Coffee Break | 10:45-11:00 |
| Helicopter Theory, Engine Management | 11:00-13:00 |
| Lunch | 13:00-14:00 |
| Critical Flight Conditions | 14:00-16:00 |
| Regulations | 16:00-16:30 |
| Afternoon tea | 16:30-16:45 |
| Individual Accident Review | 16:45-18:00 |
| Activity | Time |
|---|---|
| Arrive, welcome and morning coffee | 08:00-08:30 |
| R22/R44 Pre Flight Inspection | 08:30-10:45 |
| Coffee Break | 10:45-11:00 |
| R22/R44 Systems | 11:00-12:45 |
| Lunch | 11:00-13:00 |
| R22/R44 Flight Manual | 13:45-14:30 |
| Afternoon tea | 14:30-14.45 |
| Examination and evaluation | 14.45-18:00 |
