In helicopter terms an autorotation is the equivalent of a glide. In case your engine fails this is the only way you can bring your helo on solid ground safely. This autorotation is somewhat unusual because the pilot comes in a straight in approach without a flare. Takes quite some skill to keep that helicopter […]
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Eurocopter Ec-120 Colibri autorotations
Series of autorotations performed with the French Eurocopter Ec-120 Colibri, one of the best looking helicopters in the world. Both external and internal camera views for this one. Check it out!
Full touchdown autorotation
I’ve performed quite a lot of autorotations with this type of helicopter and I can assure you it is quite a thrill. Anyway, here is a full touchdown autorotation performed with a Eurocopter Ec-120 Colibri. Autorotation is used in helicopters in the unfortunate event of engine or transmission failure.