Whistlerpilot Posted January 19, 2008 Report Share Posted January 19, 2008 Can any one reccommend an outfit to get some long line training, preferably within the pacific northwest. I'm hoping to keep costs down by using a piston machine and want to do this in the next few weeks. Thanks, Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
67november Posted January 19, 2008 Report Share Posted January 19, 2008 send a PM to west coaster, he works on Vancouver Island. he should be able to steer you in the right direction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copter doctor Posted January 19, 2008 Report Share Posted January 19, 2008 I know Precision in Newberg Oregon offers courses in the 300c or 500D. should be link on the this website. Not in Canada, but not too far away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paisley Posted January 20, 2008 Report Share Posted January 20, 2008 PM me. I can help you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldy Posted January 20, 2008 Report Share Posted January 20, 2008 In Los Angeles you have two choices, one is in a R44, the other in a 300.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heligirl03 Posted January 20, 2008 Report Share Posted January 20, 2008 I believe Hillsboro has a R22 with a hook... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whistlerpilot Posted January 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2008 Thanks to all who came up with leads. I found an outfit based in Snohomish with a really top notch instructor Jason Moorhead who is a CP with lots of operational experience. If anyone is interested I will let you know how it goes, I'm flying on Wed. Thanks all, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldy Posted January 22, 2008 Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 I have zero long line, but I know a 1500 hour CFI who just started his training. Lets just say it aint easy, so dont feel bad if it takes a bit to get used to. Goldy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whistlerpilot Posted January 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2008 Wow, did 2.6 hours of training with the 50 ft line today. It's pretty intense, very focused just like learning to hover all over again. It calls for steady hands. It was very humbling, but Jason is a great instructor and it went as well as I could have expected. Looking forward to the 100 ft line next time. Warm clothing, gloves, helmet made it bearable in the near freezing temps leaning out the machine. What an experience! Can't wait for the next lesson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick1128 Posted January 24, 2008 Report Share Posted January 24, 2008 I recently did some VR training in Van Nuys. Knowledgeable instructor. However, I did it in a machine I was not familiar with so it was a little harder than it had to be for me. It is harder than it looks, but I feel it can make you a better helicopter pilot. I would suggest you do it in a machine you are comfortable with. It will make it a better learning experience for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helido Posted January 24, 2008 Report Share Posted January 24, 2008 Los Angeles Helicopters in Long Beach, California, ofers a 10-day long line training course. The length of the rope is 200 ft. The course is taught by a top-notch instructor who flies for Columbia Helicopters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whistlerpilot Posted February 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2008 Did the second session today of 2.3 hours at Snohomish and graduated to the 100 foot line. It was rainy and windy so very real life conditions. I found the longer line is steadier, but it's harder to see how far off the ground the load is. What an amazing experience when it starts to come together. Tons of focus and concentration but very satisfying to get comfortable flying while leaning out and building a sight picture. Jason is an excellent instructor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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