Full down autorotations in the R44 helicopter

[rogeronslow]

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.

[oliverreno]

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.

[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.

[grindio]

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

[briancooney]

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

[werneralberts]

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!

[wswift]

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. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[luketuxworth]

i want some auto lessons 😂 those are bloody perfect mate

[cody]

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

[Rotor-Sims]

Man these are just great! Such technique. How did you get started with learning to do more complex autorotations like this?

[vampirehorizon]

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

[BenCB]

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 👍

[indyjons]

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

[prawnstar]

Autorotation practice landings aren’t too bad.. but a stick pedal landing. 😢

[boston_pc]

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!

[lucywucyyy]

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

[stealhty]

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