Working with SAR helicopters Flashcards
Types of SAR operations
- Casualty evacuation
- Winching operations
- Searches
- Deplotment of MRTs
What 2 aircraft are operated by the HM Coastguard
Sikorsky S92
Agostawestland AW189
What must be remembered when the helicopter moves to winch or land?
- Protect casualty and secure loose items
- Clear all non essentials to restrict movement to a minimum
What are the 3 safety precautions of working with sar
- Never apprach during start up and shut down.
- Always follow crewmans direction
- Secure all loose articles
What weather limits helicopter operations?
- Low cloud
- High winds
- Snow and icing
What should never be done when conducting night operations with SAR?
Never shine a light directly at the helicopter
How do you identify yourself and your position during night ops?
Use a flashing light
How is SAR called out?
A request is submitted to the NMOC who will deploy the asset
What size must helicopter landing sites be?
Minimum 21m x 21m
5 factors to consider when choosing a HLS
- Wind
- Size
- Surroundings
- Surface
- Overall site
SAR aircraft callsign prefixes
Training- Coastguard
SAROPs- Rescue
What number in SAR callsigns signifies which aircraft type it is?
First number:
9XX for S92
1XX for AW189
What number in SAR callsigns signifies the station it is from?
The second number :
Inverness X5X
What are the 4 SAR bases in scotland?
Inverness
Prestwick
Stornoway
Sumburgh
How many SAR helicopter bases are there?
10
4 in Scotland
4 in England
2 in Wales
