Friday Fly-by - German Bo-105
The German Bo-105 is a light twin engine multi purpose utility helicopter initially developed by Bölkow, and then built by Messerschmitt-Bölkow-Blohm (MBB) which now belongs to the Eurocopter Group. Eurocopter sold the Bo 105 until 1997. It was replaced by the new EC 135.
Being the first light twin-engine helicopter in commercial service, it gained widespread use over rural areas (police and EMS/medevac) as well as offshore. The four-blade hingeless main rotor with composite blades ensures extreme maneuverability. All main systems (hydraulics, electric, fuel, lubrication) were designed to be fully redundant. The pilot is Charlie Zimmermann, German helicopter aerobatic champion.
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Doug
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Man, I can't get over how he banks from such a low altitude. It is such a sharp bank you just know he is going to bury the rotor into the ground. Must be an ex-Nam pilot!
I never would have believed a chopper could maneuver that way. My stomach was in my throat a couple times just watching!
Damn! Makes me want to get rated for helicopter!
That is why I always wanted to be a pilot. I would want to fly just like that guy. What a rush!
Very impressive flying by any standards!!! How can I arrange a ride?