If the engine quits, – If the engine quits, does the helicopter fall from the sky like a rock?
ABSOLUTELY NOT! A helicopter can “glide” with power off using a technique called an “autorotation”. As the helicopter descends, the air moving up through the rotor blades causes them to turn, providing lift, which allows the helicopter to come down at a constant rate, almost like a parachute. Part of your helicopter training will involve learning to perform autorotations. However, real engine failures in properly-maintained, FAA-certified helicopters like the Robinson R-22 are extremely rare.
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