Air support unit Flashcards
What are reasons to reject a temporary observer?
a. Health b. Height or weight c. Susceptibility to motion sickness d. Purpose and requirements of the flight e. Any other reason affecting safe operation
Who conducts passenger briefings for temporary observers?
ASU conducts passenger briefings for temporary observers.
How many ASU ride-along participants are allowed at a time?
Only one ASU ride-along participant is allowed at a time.
Who must grant specific permission to ride-along with ASU?
The Chief of Police or the Bureau of Special Operations Assistant Chief.
Who establishes procedures for individuals to ride-along with ASU?
The Bureau of Special Operations Assistant Chief establishes procedures.
Who has the authority to authorize individuals to ride-along with ASU?
The Chief of Police has the sole authority.
When may a flyover tribute during a fallen officer’s graveside service occur?
A flyover tribute may occur with authorization from the Chief of Police, depending on weather and safety considerations.
Why is it imperative to establish communications between the involved aircraft during a multi-agency operation?
To ensure flight safety.
How can communications between involved aircraft be established?
By using radio frequencies assigned to law enforcement agencies or aviation frequencies (aircraft to aircraft).
What should the pilot in command do if communications between involved aircraft cannot be established?
Agree to continue to the multi-agency operation.
Who has the authority to ground the aircraft due to a safety concern in a multi-agency operation?
Any involved ASU employee.
What should each involved ASU employee do prior to flight in a multi-agency operation?
Review the operation, area involved, and aircraft operations again.
Who can make the final decision to ground the aircraft due to safety concerns before a flight?
Any involved ASU employee.
When can the Air Support Unit be requested to assist other law enforcement agencies?
When pre-planned operations have not been coordinated.
What is the procedure for ASU officers to respond to assist an agency within Fayette County?
Obtain permission from the ASU coordinator or the Patrol Duty Commander before responding.
Who is responsible for the initial approval of requests for the ASU to assist agencies outside of Fayette County?
The ASU coordinator.
What should the ASU coordinator do if the Patrol Duty Commander gives final approval for an out of county ASU deployment?
Notify their BOSO supervisor and provide deployment details.
Who determines the preferred landing sites for ASU?
ASU employees
How often should predetermined landing sites be inspected?
On a regular basis
What should be obtained if the landing site is not on government property?
Permission from the property owner or designee
What is maintained in ASU’s information binder?
A list of predetermined landing sites
Who is responsible for ensuring the suitability of a landing site?
ASU pilot
What is an uninspected landing site?
A site not inspected by ASU employees prior to use
What should ASU employees do at uninspected landing sites?
Make radio contact with department employees or other personnel
Who is ultimately responsible for determining if an uninspected landing site is safe?
ASU pilot
How should landings made at uninspected landing sites due to emergencies be documented?
By memorandum
Who must a completed memo regarding an emergency landing site be forwarded to?
Bureau of Special Operations Assistant Chief
When does ASU become the primary unit in a vehicle pursuit?
Once the suspect vehicle is in sight and position to maintain visual contact
What does the ASU assume responsibility for in a pursuit?
Radio communication and broadcasting location of wanted vehicle
What happens when ASU is involved in a pursuit that has been terminated?
May continue to follow suspect’s vehicle for aerial surveillance and intelligence gathering
What should ASU do if a pursuit is terminated on the ground?
Follow the suspect’s vehicle in a covert manner
When will the ASU terminate surveillance of a suspect’s vehicle?
If it is not safe to proceed.
What actions are taken when a pursued suspect’s vehicle leaves Fayette County?
ASU may follow if safe, E911 passes observations to the jurisdictional law enforcement.
What is the protocol for jurisdiction when a suspect’s vehicle stops?
Jurisdictional law enforcement agency must handle all contact with the suspect(s).
Under what circumstances can department officers respond outside Fayette County?
Upon supervisor approval, for non-emergency investigation assistance.
What is the procedure during foot pursuits related to notifications?
ASU notifies E911, confirms suspect description, and last seen location.
How long does ASU attempt to stay at the scene of a foot pursuit?
Until conclusion, unless directed otherwise by a supervisor.
In Canine Unit Operations, what information is gathered upon ASU’s arrival?
Nature of search, description of individual, mental/physical condition, criminal charges, last known location.
What is the key coordination step upon ASU’s arrival in Canine Unit Operations?
Establishing communications with a canine officer, supervisor, or officer in charge.
What website can be used to check GPS status?
SPOTGEN3 website
What is required if the GPS shows the aircraft as stationary?
E911 to follow specified procedures
What should be done before responding to an assistance request from an agency outside of Fayette County?
Follow the above approval process
What is the responsibility of ASU employees once the aircraft is back in Fayette County?
Notify E911, the Patrol Duty Commander, and the ASU coordinator
What steps should E911 perform if the ASU aircraft goes missing?
Attempt radio contact, cell phone contact, contact agency, check GPS status
When can the pilot forego the out of county flight plan for a time-sensitive request?
If the ASU is already flying and the request is time-sensitive
What emergency feature does the GPS device in the aircraft have?
Emergency button to signal for help
What actions are requested to be performed by E911 if the emergency button is activated?
Attempt radio contact, cell phone contact, check GPS, contact FAA tower, contact KSP
Who is responsible to initiate incident notification if contact with ASU is lost?
Patrol Duty Commander
What is the role of Temporary Observer(s) during flights?
Authorized to ride based on flight purpose, not ASU members
What method is used for direction coordination during searches?
Clock method
In what unit should canines be trained for transportation by aircraft?
Canine Unit
What should the dog officer ensure before approaching the aircraft for loading?
The canine is muzzled
Why should the canine remain muzzled until unloading from the aircraft?
To ensure safety
Who determines the loading and unloading of the canine officer and canine?
Tactical flight officer
What is required prior to participating in a pre-planned multi-agency operation?
Written memorandum of understanding
When should a request for ASU participation in a multi-agency operation be submitted?
At least 72 hours prior
What topics should be addressed during multi-agency operation pre-planning?
Safety, flight planning, pre-flight briefing
Who should be briefed before the operation in a pre-planned multi-agency operation?
All ASU employees and officer in charge of ground operation
What information should a pre-flight briefing include?
Operation purpose, aircraft used, duties, command structure
What is the purpose of General Order 2016-04C in the Lexington Police Department?
To provide guidelines for the role and deployment of the Air Support Unit.
According to the policy, what are the primary functions of the Air Support Unit (ASU)?
Aerial surveillance, search and apprehension duties, and rescue services.
Who is in complete charge of the entire flight operation in the ASU according to the policy?
The ASU pilot.
Under the procedures section, who determines if an applicant with prior ASU experience is eligible for employment consideration?
The Bureau of Special Operations Assistant Chief.
What type of process is the ASU training program stated to be?
A continuous process.
Who is responsible for maintaining a record of all pilot qualifications and training within the ASU?
The ASU coordinator.
What is the purpose of having alternate landing sites for department aircraft?
To land in various locations and permit efficient transfer of employees and equipment.
