Night Landings Flashcards
Why are nighttime operations considered more hazardous than daytime operations?
Because of the darkness.
What should the flight crew be made aware of during nighttime operations?
Overhead hazards or obstructions.
What should be done to overhead hazards or obstructions if possible?
Illuminate them.
What may not be visible from the aircraft that is easy to see from the ground?
Overhead hazards or obstructions.
How many times does the pilot generally fly over the area during nighttime operations?
At least twice.
What should the helicopter’s lights be doing during the pilot’s overflights?
The lights should be on.
What equipment do medevac pilots and flight crew members often use during nighttime landing zone operations?
Night-vision goggles.
What should not be shined in the air during nighttime operations?
Spotlights, flashlights, or any other lights.
What is the reason for not shining bright lights in the air?
They may temporarily blind the pilot.
How should low-intensity headlights or lanterns be directed at the landing site?
Toward the ground from opposite corners to form an ‘X’.
Fill in the blank: The center of the landing zone should be marked with an _______.
X.
