Quote Originally Posted by Mark Rippetoe View Post
I hope the video goes viral too. He is either a noble whistle blower or a poser and part of the problem.

My gut tells me the if the Military helicopters are being held back, it is due to the high concentration of civilian helicopters in a relatively small space. Securing the airspace is essential and the TRF will accomplish that. Encountering a civilian "cowboy" helicopter during a critical stage of entering or exiting a remote LZ places the military crew in needless danger. The airspace can get very crowded and needs to be controlled.

Feel free to ask me how I know these things. Been there, done that!

Quote Originally Posted by Mark Rippetoe View Post
I won't bore you with the stories about LA and MSARNG helicopters rescuing thousands from roof tops during Katrina. It would be a much longer read.