Air Operations and Air Support

Question 0

Marking the Landing Zone

1. All emergency lights, spotlights, and headlights _____ be turned off during landing and take-off.
2. Vehicle _____ may be left on for landing recognition purposes.

Answer 0

shall; parking lights

Question 1

If APD Air Operations is unavailable or off-duty and an officer needs aircraft assistance to conduct law enforcement related activities, a request to another law enforcement agency or Starflight shall be made through an APD Air Operations supervisor or the _____ as follows:

1. When the situation involves imminent danger to officers or the public, the request for assistance must be approved by the _____. The _____ will then immediately notify Air Operations supervisor.
2. For all other law enforcement related situations, a supervisor shall contact the on-duty or on-call Air Operations supervisor to determine the appropriate course of action.

Answer 1

Watch Lieutenant; Watch Lieutenant; Watch Lieutenant

Question 2

Securing the Landing Zone

1. At least _____ officers should be used to secure the landing zone.
2. All personnel and vehicles shall be kept out of the landing zone prior to landing, while the aircraft is on the ground, and during its take off.
3. The _____ has responsibility for, and final authority over, everyone and everything within the immediate area of the landing zone.
4. Officers shall not approach the aircraft from the ____ or ____. Approaches to the aircraft shall be made only to the front, and only after the pilot has signaled approval for the approach.
5. No smoking or open flames are allowed within _____ feet of the aircraft.
6. When the aircraft is ready to depart, officers shall ensure the established landing zone area is clear of vehicles and pedestrians.

Answer 2

two (2); pilot; rear; sides; 100