Rotor Brake

Rotors turning on the ground is a vulnerable period in the flight sequence. Accidents can occur because a helicopter that has just landed, can no longer avoid an unforeseen danger while it is in the process of stopping the rotor. Therefore the pilot must choose a landing area which is far enough away from possible human interference so that he can shut down safely. This of course is the rationale for airports and licensed helipads - guaranteed safety. But this rationale frustrates the freedom to really use the helicopter for what it is designed for - to land almost anywhere. 

The Mosquito "L" Model  is equipped with a rotor brake which allows the pilot to stop the rotor routinely in under 30 seconds and faster should there be an emergency. If you think about it, this increases dramatically the areas where one might land. As we progress, along this route toward "free airspace" thinking, this feature becomes very important, especially if you want your machine to take you where you want to go .