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Helicopter Safety
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Safety is essential around the helicopter, the heliport, and the landing zone. The following are principles that must be used when interacting with the AirCare helicopter.
- Restrict access to the landing zone and aircraft.
- Keep away from the tail of the aircraft .
- Secure all loose items such as hats, sheets, mattresses, supplies (don't chase items that have blown away) .
- Protect eyes from blowing debris (if vision becomes impaired, crouch down instead of moving).
- Hearing protection is recommended.
- Approach aircraft from pilot line of sight and only after being signaled to approach the aircraft.
- No running.
- No smoking within 50 feet of the aircraft.
- NEVER shine light towards the aircraft (risk of blinding the pilot).
- Obey commands from the pilot or flight crew.
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