Wire Strike Avoidance

Question 1

During a scene flight late afternoon/early evening, wires can be very difficult to see when making an approach in which cardinal direction?

a) North.

b) South.

c) West.

Answer 1

C) West.

Question 2

What is the best technique to ensure you will clear power lines that are difficult to see?

a) Always fly over the poles or support structure associated with the wires.

b) Approach into the wind giving you slower ground speed.

c) Look for HTAWS callouts.

Answer 2

A) Always fly over the poles or support structure associated with the wires.

Question 3

Which type of approach would mitigate the risk of hitting a wire when landing on a highway at the bottom of a valley?

a) Shallow.

b) Steep.

c) Normal.

Answer 3

B) Steep.

Question 4

When making an approach over wires, which technique will help you maintain good situational awareness?

a) Focus on the wire, do not lose sight of it.

b) Radio LZ command and ask them if you are clear.

c) Continue to scan for other wires that you may have missed during the high reconnaissance.

Answer 4

C) Continue to scan for other wires that you may have missed during the high reconnaissance.