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Cody Parkovich, Enstrom Helicopter Production Test Pilot

Parkovich says his most important piece of test gear is the seat of his pants. Scott Spangler
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Key Takeaways:

  • Cody Parkovich transitioned from an F-18 mechanic to a versatile helicopter pilot, eventually becoming Enstrom Helicopter's production test pilot in his hometown.
  • His role involves approximately 5 hours of rigorous flight testing per helicopter to ensure it consistently meets all documented performance numbers and equipment specifications.
  • Parkovich utilizes his mechanical background and reliance on "seat of the pants" feel to guarantee every new Enstrom helicopter flies and feels consistently the same for the customer.
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Just six months on the job as Enstrom Helicopter’s production test pilot, Cody Parkovich traces his position to the night he was bartending in Marinette, Michigan. “That night I found out, when I was 23,” that Enstrom was a hometown company. “And I grew up here.”

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