That right there is often half the battle. Many crane operators are old school and have been drilled over the years to "never lift a person" and unless they have any exposure to tree work the way we do it, forget about it.
I'm not sure that is a ratcheting one, is it? The KK version I worked with for several years wasn't, but it still did a lot of work. Just a bit harder setting up for trim jobs when you don't want to scuff the bark.
It could also be a state specific requirement. Here in CT, in order to call yourself a "Tree Service" or similar, you MUST have a state licensed arborist on staff and on record with the state. It's the law, and yes they do try to enforce it, but it's a never ending battle. Without an arborist...
Oh crap! Everyone, please redirect your attention to my thread in Treebay where I'm DESPARATELY trying to unload this beautiful Rayco RG50 for $25k.
Ok, $20k.
$15k? Anyone, anyone? Please help!
Nowhere near enough details given. Species, location in US (world?), drought conditions, neighboring tree species and health, etc, etc. Pictures are a HUGE help.
Without any of those, however, the short answer is No, don't cut.
Hartford is the bomb for flying in-n-out of! Tiny azz, easy airport with great service and more direct flights every year.
Better put that Akimbo in a checked bag. I don't see that deadly ninja, martial-arts, weapon of destruction looking thingy making it thru TSA in a carry-on.