 |
| Robbie: The Robinson Helicopter Experience |
ISBN: 9780646502304
Author: Jon Davison
Publisher: Eye In The Sky Publishing
Inside Cover Blurb: Prior to the late 1980's, the concept of anyone wanting to own and operate their own scenic flight company or charter operation, and who were not millionaires, was just a wild fantasy, especially for the average person in the street. The buy-in and subsequent operating costs of owning helicopters at the time were simply too great, and without a hefty amount of financial backing, it was simply out of the question. Since the mid 1980's the family of Robinson helicopters - starting with the R22 and later the R44 - has changed the face of aviation, to the point where anyone with a spare half a million dollars can buy a four seat helicopter and start their own charter or scenic flight operation, or even open a flight training school. It was a dream of Frank Robinson, to be able to produce a small, fast, economical helicopter, one that could be purchased for about an eighth of what was currently then available. Since that time, the wonders of our planet, with sights that could only be appreciated through an aerial perspective are now available in almost every country. This book portrays fifteen people who followed their dream to show the world their own backyard. From operating flights over the Hawaiian volcanoes, to heli-mustering in Australia's outback, to Lord of the Rings tours over the rugged New Zealand Alps, these people love where they live, and they love their work, with an equal passion. They just happen to all do it in Robinson helicopters.
Rear Cover Blurb: From the snow covered mountains and glaciers of Alaska, and the rich red earth of Australia's central desert, to Cambodia's ancient jungle shrouded ruins, "Robbie" is a stunning look at how the Robinson helicopter has altered the face of aerial tourism and commercial charter operations.
If you are a avid fan of Frank Robinson's budget alternative helicopter range, the R22 and R44, this book is for you.
Links to some of the operators in Robbie:
Maria Langer - Flying M Air, LLC: http://www.flyingmair.com/
Rotorvation Helicopter Services: http://www.rotorvation.com.au/
Helireef: http://www.helireef.com.au/
