[HIGHTECHDUDE]

Pilot has ice in his veins...

KAUAI, (March 5, 2024) — A helicopter pilot has been widely praised after he drew on his years of experience to prevent a catastrophe during a scenic tour flight in Kauai, Hawaii.

The incredible incident unfolded on February 27, 2024, after four passengers and the chief pilot of Jack Harter Helicopters toured the idyllic Hawaiian island to take in its breathtaking views from above.

It had been previously reported by local media that the MD500E helicopter lost power while flying above Honopu Beach at around 13:30.

Despite the life-threatening circumstances the pilot was able to land the helicopter on Honopu Beach. One passenger suffered a back injury due to a hard landing.

Now footage of the incident had emerged from inside the helicopter, giving a heart-stopping insight into the dramatic moments when the aircraft began to plummet towards the ground.

In the video the engine can be heard losing power and as the camera pans up the rotor blades appear to slow down.

[William May]

The appearance of the rotor blades is rocky because of the frame rate of the camera. But you can clearly hear them speed up as the helicopter goes into auto-rotation after the engine failure. You can judge the rotor speed by the sound. The pilot did a good job with only seconds to adjust his landing. He did a good job.

[kellyhound]

shitting pants moment

[Roosta]

A very Cool, Well Trained, Experienced Pilot !

[thetenor]

Now that’s how you practice autorotations!!!! Great job Pilot…. Goodness..

[cheesido]

Badass pilot