>I wish people wouldn't armchair-quarterback people in situations that are (likely) completely outside of their experience. I have flown a helicopter on numero

>I wish people wouldn't armchair-quarterback people in situations that are (likely) completely outside of their experience. I have flown a helicopter on numerous occasions. One does not want to be surprised by things while doing that. Could an experienced pilot keep his cool in this situation? Of course. Is the pilot’s brain a huge factor here? Absofuckinglutely. But yes, if you’re just doing hovering exercises, there’s absolutely no reason not to just put it down if you see something unsafe nearby — you’re usually only ~10ft above the ground anyway.