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Circling Sacramento (lots of circles!!) on April 27
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John Foss > "We mostly turn left." This is a typical view from inside the Sheriff's Dept. helicopter when on the job. Since the Tactical Flight Officer sits on the left side, most orbits are to the left so he can see better.
John Foss > Our pilot approaches the craft before takeoff
John Foss > Star V, a Eurocopter EC120, equipped with spotlight, PA system, FLIR (infrared scope) and lots of other great in-flight cop gear.
John Foss > The Eurocopters use ducted fans for the tail rotor, making for a much quieter sound as it circles the neighborhood
John Foss > Heading for our first call, with Highway 50 below
John Foss > American River Parkway near Jesuit High School
John Foss > Ancil Hoffman Park golf course
John Foss > "Islands" off Hagan Community Park
John Foss > One little raft with two little rafters
Our pilot approaches the craft before takeoff
> Our pilot approaches the craft before takeoff
Our pilot approaches the craft before takeoff
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