201.07 Air Operations

Question 1

If Command has a concern about the ability of the pilot or the overall safety of the operation, What should be done?

Answer 1

Command should stop the operation immediately

Question 2

Are Med-Evac helicopters approved for Technical Rescue air operations?

Answer 2

NO

Question 3

How far must apparatus be kept to the side of the flight path of helicopters dipping the tank?

Answer 3

150 feet

Question 4

What should happen if anything becomes unsafe during the approach of a helicopter during landing operations?

Answer 4

instruct the pilot to GO AROUND three times.

Question 5

What should personnel assigned to a landing zone have with them?

Answer 5

portable radio, eye protection, ear protection, high-visibility safety vests. All personnel assigned
to the landing zone operation shall be on the designated landing zone radio frequency. Engine
companies are more suitable for this assignment.

Question 6

What are the specifications for a landing zone?

Answer 6

Relatively flat and free of obstructions, 100ft x 100ft, in the center is a 60ft x 60ft touch down area. The individual communicating with the pilot should be standing front right corner (as seen by the pilot) of the touch down area. All vehicles, bystanders 200ft away, including apparatus

Question 7

What is Special use landing zone defined as?

Answer 7

defined as any landing zone where the pilot cannot land and shut down power to the aircraft. Should be staffed by Technical Rescue teams.

Question 8

How far away should the landing zone be located from activity areas?

Answer 8

100 yards

Question 9

T/F If the landing area is dusty, wet down the area with a hose line before landing.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

When a helicopter is on the ground running or not, a “tail guard” should be stationed where?

Answer 10

stationed 50 to 100 feet from the tail rotor to keep the area secured.

Question 11

Radio contact and landing zone should be maintained for how long after take off of helicopter in case an in-flight emergency is experienced and the helicopter needs to return to the landing zone.

Answer 11

2-3 minutes

Question 12

What safety factors need to be followed when approaching helicopter?

Answer 12

• Approach and depart helicopter from the front or 45 degrees from the front, in a crouching position; remain in view of the pilot
• Establish eye contact with pilot or observer before approaching if rotors are moving.
• Do not approach helicopter after landing until pilot or observer signals approval to approach aircraft.

Question 13

How far away from landing zone should staged pt’s be?

Answer 13

150ft

Question 14

What PPE should be worn by members operating in or on a helicopter?

Answer 14

flight helmet, fire resistive clothing, leather boots, and gloves