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re: More footage of the Bell407 that hit the spillway
Posted on 12/16/21 at 9:50 am to GeauxTigers0107
Posted on 12/16/21 at 9:50 am to GeauxTigers0107
Why was the helicopter flying so low?
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Posted on 12/16/21 at 9:57 am to Tchefuncte Tiger
It was extremely foggy. I assume that had something to do with it.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 10:07 am to Jdiggy
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I won’t post it here but there is a video of the body laying on the highway next to the wreckage with extreme detail. Was taken by a car passing by
There’s only the censored versions out there, right?
This post was edited on 12/16/21 at 10:07 am
Posted on 12/16/21 at 10:08 am to Jdiggy
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It was extremely foggy. I assume that had something to do with it.
So the guy was Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) rated?
Posted on 12/16/21 at 10:20 am to DingleBarry
I'm not a pilot and I'm not an engineer... and I didn't pay too much attention in physics class... it's crazy to me that hitting a transmission wire would sheer off the rotor and cut the cabin open.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 10:23 am to DingleBarry
I worked with the pilot at EMS a few years back. He was a real good dude. RIP J.H.
May the angels and saints meet you upon your arrival at the Pearly Gates.
May the angels and saints meet you upon your arrival at the Pearly Gates.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 10:26 am to aardvark1975
Damn, Sorry for your loss bud.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 10:32 am to LSUFanHouston
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it's crazy to me that hitting a transmission wire would sheer off the rotor
You have a roughly 3500lb helicopter flying at 100-150mph. The impact force is immense.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 10:36 am to GeauxTigers0107
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Seeing as how the biggest part of my adult working life was spent flying in them, not to mention the numerous HUET and BOSEIT certifications I've taken, it's not a stretch...in fact it's highly likely...that I know just a touch more about helicopters than you.
Not so subtle undisputed helicopter expert brag. But relevant.
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Judging by your desire to see the impact tells me that you're also the type that probably likes watching people being deheaded by terrorists, amirite?
To some of these sickos it’s like the money shot in pron I guess.
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Tell me you don't know me without telling me
I don’t think we’re using this phrase anymore but it was quite witty for a short time.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 10:38 am to LSUFanHouston
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I'm not a pilot and I'm not an engineer... and I didn't pay too much attention in physics class... it's crazy to me that hitting a transmission wire would sheer off the rotor and cut the cabin open
Me either but I think civilian helos are generally very thin and light and hence vulnerable.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 10:42 am to GeauxTigers0107
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I know just a touch more about helicopters than you.
You go, girl! What you do not know dick aboot is why I wanted to see the crash. I was more interested in the physics, and mechanics, of how it handled the crash. crumple zones, frame strengths, etc.
quote:Since those were your words and thoughts, not mine, does that make you a dumbass?
Physically SEE him? Well no shite dumbass.
quote:Once again, your words and thoughts, not mine. Your thinking that you knew what I was thinking does not make you correct, and your guesses are not facts. It may behoove you to stop acting like they are facts.
Judging by your desire to see the impact tells me that you're also the type that probably likes watching people being deheaded by terrorists, amirite?
Posted on 12/16/21 at 11:00 am to GeauxTigers0107
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not to mention the numerous HUET and BOSEIT certifications I've taken
Look out. He's throwing around acronyms.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 11:44 am to Briella
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There’s only the censored versions out there, right?
My buddy sent me a video last night that isn't censored. You can clearly see the pilot laying on the spillway.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 12:01 pm to DingleBarry
Yikes, I can only imagine my reaction of horror if seeing that in person. Damn!
Posted on 12/16/21 at 12:16 pm to Briella
There are completely uncensored version of the video.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 12:34 pm to aardvark1975
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I worked with the pilot at EMS a few years back. He was a real good dude. RIP J.H.
May the angels and saints meet you upon your arrival at the Pearly Gates.
I worked with him as well. He flew a charter flight for my company a few months ago. Also did some drone work together. Nicest guy you'll ever meet. We had numerous discussions on safety. I'm shocked this happened. I can't make sense of it.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 12:40 pm to Tigeralum2008
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Could the pilot convert from VFR to IFR while in transit?
Yea, but per FAA rules has to remain in VFR conditions until cleared by ATC to enter IMC.
At that point they would’ve given him vectors and an altitude to maintain that would’ve been clear of all nearby obstacles.
This post was edited on 12/16/21 at 12:48 pm
Posted on 12/16/21 at 12:40 pm to Chuckiee
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You can clearly see the pilot laying on the spillway.
So, he was ejected before it hit the bridge?
Posted on 12/16/21 at 12:41 pm to andrewm
Sorry for your loss.
No one ever believes IT can happen to them.
No one ever believes IT can happen to them.
Posted on 12/16/21 at 12:50 pm to shawnlsu
As a helicopter mechanic with 27 years experience, 23 years with 407's Ive seen the aftermath of what happens when a rotor under full power does when it hits something solid. The force will rip the transmission/Main Rotor Gear Box (part that is driving the main rotor via the Mast) from the aircraft, usually taking a large part of the roof with it. The Wire Strike Protection System has cutters projecting above and below the fuselage with a center deflector mounted between the left and right windshields. It is not designed to cut wires that thick. It probably hit the aircraft, slid up and possibly over the upper cutter or just broke it off and then the wire either hit the mast or got into the rotor system and started the event.
This post was edited on 12/16/21 at 1:08 pm
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