I've always wondered if it's better to have your helicopter pilots side-by-side or sitting behind each other. Russians seem to have it both ways.Kamov Ka-52
Guess it depends on the major use of the Copter. A small attack copter to keep a small profile would likely have front to back. A big cargo or rescue copter where they need to have a lot of room in the back side by side seems best to me. Only my opinion, no real knowledge involved.I've always wondered if it's better to have your helicopter pilots side-by-side or sitting behind each other. Russians seem to have it both ways.