Rotary Wing Show - Interviews from the Helicopter Industry

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Aviation #161

Capturing stories of helicopter pilots and crew from around the world. Find out about different helicopter career paths, pick up some tips and learn more about what life as helicopter aircrew has to offer.

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Recent Reviews
  • Eey Eee
    nearly unintelligible
    rws-91 could use some sound engineering. guest being interviewed is echoing like he’s across the room from his microphone. even worse his volume is much lower than the interviewer (who is also fairly quiet). At full volume on headphones I managed to follow some of the conversation. if you listen to podcasts in a car, don’t bother.
  • DevinTX
    Excellent content
    As a new pilot, it is very helpful to listen in on these candid conversations and shop talk. Thank you for the great content!
  • A79BW
    Not a pilot
    But still great content and applicable to all people who enjoy flying helicopters or just being around the stories. This is a must listen
  • straightuphelicopters
    Great stuff
    I gotta say I have been following Rotary Wing show for several years now and have learned many valuable lessons. ~Thanks Mick
  • James_SEL
    Great source for information and passion
    This podcast is an awesome resource for anyone looking for thoughtfully selected and quality information on helicopter operations and rotary wing flying in gereral. The creator has a passion for avaition and it comes through on the podcast and really makes the epidoses enjoyable. As a fixed wing pilot and current helicopter pilot student, the topics are in-depth enough to be useful but no so much to be inaccessable to those outside aviation. The wide range of topics are also a big plus. From mental health, to old war flying stories, to current day ops. If you're looking to fulfill your curiosity on helicopters or looking for quality technical information, I can't recommend this show enough. Well done.
  • eaglefall
    Great for pilots and crews alike
    So l am not a helicopter pilot, but I have been a loadmaster on a helicopter crew. I love to use this podcast to stay up to on the industry. I would highly suggest this podcast for anyone working around a helipad.
  • GentleEntry
    Love it!
    I'm a commercial pilot with flight instructor rating. I really enjoy the stories and information in the rotorcraft industry. Keep up the awesome podcast
  • lode.starr
    If you're into helicopters, this is a great listen
    Mick hosts wonderfully eclectic rotary wing professionals, with a fun interview style that shows his passion for both helicopters and those who share that passion. I listened to episodes 1-45 in about 2 months and look forward to more. Thanks Mick!
  • Krisjs1767
    Wonderful resource for helo community
    Thank you for performing this valuable service for the helicopter community. As you said in the opening episode, it’s a small community and you can learn a lot from the experiences of your fellow pilots.
  • tried it once
    Love it
    After finding this podcast I've referred it to may of my helicopter pilot friends. I listen to these while at work and on long drives. Outstanding job and I look forward to each new interview.
  • Wuthsns
    Great Show
    I really enjoy the show. Great information on multiple different subjects. Keep up the awesome work Mick!
  • No mountains in FL
    Excellent helicopter pilot resource
    I'm disappointed in the non-professionalism often evident in helicopter pilot forums these days. Not so here. Mick does an awesome job of bringing the vast knowledge of some very interesting and experienced pilots to us all. His interviews are very professional and well prepared and his positive attitude and enthusiasm for this industry are a breath of fresh air. Kudos!
  • Carl Olson Jr
    Top notch vertical flight coverage
    Love Mick’s coverage of all things helicopter. A great resource for vertical flight technique, news, application, and more.
  • midnightprowler1960
    Excellent
    While I am not a pilot, I am a big fan of helicopters, have been as long as I can remember. I find this podcast fascinating. Keep up the good work Mick!
  • Omonies
    Excellent Podcast
    As a low time pilot looking for ways to advance my career I am always searching for ways to learn about the industry and find new networks. Mick is doing a great job of getting otherwise hard to find information out to those who need it.
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