This manual has been produced for students undertaking their basic helicopter training. It concentrates on explaining not only how and why the helicopter flies but also on the correct handling techniques needed to master the flying exercises required to obtain a helicopter pilot's licence. The simpliflied text together with an abundance of diagrams will greatly assist the student to become a better and safer helicopter pilot.This is a revised and updated new edition for 2007. A manual for students undertaking their basic helicopter training . Volume 1 covers principles of flight and helicopter handling. This is a fully revised and updated edition for 2007. Now in colour for the first time. Norman Bailey is a CAA Helicopter Examiner.