Air Methods
Chapter 2: Flight operations General - ANSThe following are Operational control
if you wish to skip to Chapter 3. Flight operations - helicopter specific, you can begin
studying on flash card number 136. - ANS...
Air methods utilizes a two-tier system of operational control. What are the two tiers - ANSTier
1: managers and directors, 4 1 1 pilot computer system, flight followers and operational
control center.
Tier 2: The pilot in command exercises operational control and final authority over the
operation of the aircraft
What system validates the pilots requirements, crew rest, and currency? It also issues an
electronic flight release valid for the duration of the pilot's shift - ANS4 1 1 pilot computer
system
What are the two types of offsite communication centers for flight following utilized by air
methods? - ANS1. H B S - hospital based system, located near their own base and staffed
by non-air methods employees.
2. Community based system - staffed with air method employees and centralized in Omaha
Nebraska, called Aircom, and Arch which is located in St. Louis Missouri
Adverse or cold-weather operations - ANS...
Examples of when the pilot may fly into knowing icing conditions under V F R or into knowing
forecast icing conditions under I F R - ANSV F R - The forecast or report for icing in clouds
or precipitation would allow a V F R flight so long as the pilot could operate clear of clouds
and precipitation.
I F R - only if the aircraft being operated is equipped and certified for flight into known icing
conditions
Temperature and Cold weather considerations for protecting medical equipment supplies,
avionics, and other interior furnishings from the cold. - ANS50°F or less. This heater should
only be operated during ground, non-operating conditions
What do you do when forecast winds reach or exceed the starting limits of the aircraft? -
ANSThe main and tail rotor blades will be restrained and secured to the deck.
When must the aircraft be Hangard due to wind considerations - ANSWhen forecast winds
reach 40 knots
,What are your precipitation considerations when dealing with adverse weather? - ANSWhen
forecast contains freezing rain, hail, or heavy snow, the aircraft will be safely relocated prior
to the occurrence of forecast conditions
What are the proximity and movement considerations in regards to adverse weather -
ANSWhen a weather systems movement or proximity of the hazardous weather requires an
exercise of caution to protect the aircraft from potential damage, the P I C shall safely
relocate the aircraft to a safe location as outlined in the local procedures.
Aircraft training and currency requirements - ANS...
What is the procedure for requesting additional training? - ANSRequest shall be coordinated
through the appropriate chain of command with final approval from the chief pilot
As P I C you have not flown in the specific make, model or series aircraft in the last 60 days
what must you accomplish? - ANSAs a minimum you must accomplish one start and three
takeoffs and landings
As P I C you have not flown on your specific make, model, or series aircraft in the last 90
days. What must you do? - ANSYou must notify the Regional Aviation Manager to determine
if any training is needed for the pilot to perform competently and safely in that aircraft.
If you have not fallen over a route and into an airport/heliport within the preceding 90 days
what must you do? - ANSStudy the appropriate I F R enroute or V F R aeronautical charts,
destination airport/heliport diagrams, appropriate I F R approach charts for destination and
alternate, if applicable
Airport Requirements and Diagrams - ANS...
What are the three requirements for night operations in regards to airport requirements? -
ANS1. Determine the wind direction prior to take off and landing.
2. Boundary or runway lights clearly show limits of landing and takeoff area.
3. Night is defined as the period from end of evening civil twilight to the beginning of morning
civil twilight.
Before start/before take off confirmation check - ANS...
Prior to start and lift off what must each pilot do in regards to the confirmation checks -
ANSEach pilot will verbally challenged him or herself and respond verbally to each item on
the confirmation checklist to ensure that each item is complete
Carriage of weapons - ANS...
Who are the only authorized individuals to carry weapons on Air Methods aircraft?
What weapons are included and prohibited? - ANSLocal, state, or federal employees I.e.
Law-enforcement officers are authorized to carry weapons.
, including fire arms and tasers.
Pepper spray, mace or other aerosol products are prohibited
Cell phones/portable electronic devices utilization - ANS...
PIC shall not allow cell phones or portable electronic devices to be used during what modes
of flight - ANStaxi, takeoff, enroute, approach or landing
When can electronic devices be used in CRUISE flight? - ANSWhen an E M I, R F I flight
test profile, developed by Air Methods has been conducted
What is the zero tolerance policy in the interest of safety in regards to cell phone & electronic
devices? - ANSNo verbal communications, sending or receiving texts, email or instant
message while in flight and aboard an aircraft
Cyclic control Warning cover - ANS...
What does a RED cyclic warning cover mean and when should it be installed - ANSIt means
the aircraft is out of service and should be installed prior to rendering out of service
Who can install and/or remove a RED cyclic warning cover? - ANSAny Pilot or Mechanic can
install a RED cover.
Only a mechanic or an authorized pilot can remove it after the aircraft has been returned to
service.
When do pilots utilize a YELLOW cyclic warning cover - ANSAnytime the aircraft is
restrained from flight. I E, tie downs in place, ground power connected, required
documentation removed from aircraft
What paper work shall be carried on the helicopter for ALL flights - ANSThe Dailey Flight
Log
Weights for takeoff and max weight will be entered for all flights. What are the exceptions? -
ANS1. Maintenance flight, 2. training, 3. Ferry, 4. Reposition with only air method employees
aboard
What kinds of flights are conducted under Part 91? - ANS1. Maintenance flight, 2. training, 3.
Ferry, 4. Reposition with only air method employees aboard
Entry of C G data, the forward limit, actual C G and aft limit are required for what type of
helicopters? - ANSMulti engine helicopters
Deplaning aircraft after landing / Before takeoff - ANS...
Medical personnel or pacs shall not depart the aircraft until when? - ANSPilot verbally
notifies "landed, clear to deplane".
Chapter 2: Flight operations General - ANSThe following are Operational control
if you wish to skip to Chapter 3. Flight operations - helicopter specific, you can begin
studying on flash card number 136. - ANS...
Air methods utilizes a two-tier system of operational control. What are the two tiers - ANSTier
1: managers and directors, 4 1 1 pilot computer system, flight followers and operational
control center.
Tier 2: The pilot in command exercises operational control and final authority over the
operation of the aircraft
What system validates the pilots requirements, crew rest, and currency? It also issues an
electronic flight release valid for the duration of the pilot's shift - ANS4 1 1 pilot computer
system
What are the two types of offsite communication centers for flight following utilized by air
methods? - ANS1. H B S - hospital based system, located near their own base and staffed
by non-air methods employees.
2. Community based system - staffed with air method employees and centralized in Omaha
Nebraska, called Aircom, and Arch which is located in St. Louis Missouri
Adverse or cold-weather operations - ANS...
Examples of when the pilot may fly into knowing icing conditions under V F R or into knowing
forecast icing conditions under I F R - ANSV F R - The forecast or report for icing in clouds
or precipitation would allow a V F R flight so long as the pilot could operate clear of clouds
and precipitation.
I F R - only if the aircraft being operated is equipped and certified for flight into known icing
conditions
Temperature and Cold weather considerations for protecting medical equipment supplies,
avionics, and other interior furnishings from the cold. - ANS50°F or less. This heater should
only be operated during ground, non-operating conditions
What do you do when forecast winds reach or exceed the starting limits of the aircraft? -
ANSThe main and tail rotor blades will be restrained and secured to the deck.
When must the aircraft be Hangard due to wind considerations - ANSWhen forecast winds
reach 40 knots
,What are your precipitation considerations when dealing with adverse weather? - ANSWhen
forecast contains freezing rain, hail, or heavy snow, the aircraft will be safely relocated prior
to the occurrence of forecast conditions
What are the proximity and movement considerations in regards to adverse weather -
ANSWhen a weather systems movement or proximity of the hazardous weather requires an
exercise of caution to protect the aircraft from potential damage, the P I C shall safely
relocate the aircraft to a safe location as outlined in the local procedures.
Aircraft training and currency requirements - ANS...
What is the procedure for requesting additional training? - ANSRequest shall be coordinated
through the appropriate chain of command with final approval from the chief pilot
As P I C you have not flown in the specific make, model or series aircraft in the last 60 days
what must you accomplish? - ANSAs a minimum you must accomplish one start and three
takeoffs and landings
As P I C you have not flown on your specific make, model, or series aircraft in the last 90
days. What must you do? - ANSYou must notify the Regional Aviation Manager to determine
if any training is needed for the pilot to perform competently and safely in that aircraft.
If you have not fallen over a route and into an airport/heliport within the preceding 90 days
what must you do? - ANSStudy the appropriate I F R enroute or V F R aeronautical charts,
destination airport/heliport diagrams, appropriate I F R approach charts for destination and
alternate, if applicable
Airport Requirements and Diagrams - ANS...
What are the three requirements for night operations in regards to airport requirements? -
ANS1. Determine the wind direction prior to take off and landing.
2. Boundary or runway lights clearly show limits of landing and takeoff area.
3. Night is defined as the period from end of evening civil twilight to the beginning of morning
civil twilight.
Before start/before take off confirmation check - ANS...
Prior to start and lift off what must each pilot do in regards to the confirmation checks -
ANSEach pilot will verbally challenged him or herself and respond verbally to each item on
the confirmation checklist to ensure that each item is complete
Carriage of weapons - ANS...
Who are the only authorized individuals to carry weapons on Air Methods aircraft?
What weapons are included and prohibited? - ANSLocal, state, or federal employees I.e.
Law-enforcement officers are authorized to carry weapons.
, including fire arms and tasers.
Pepper spray, mace or other aerosol products are prohibited
Cell phones/portable electronic devices utilization - ANS...
PIC shall not allow cell phones or portable electronic devices to be used during what modes
of flight - ANStaxi, takeoff, enroute, approach or landing
When can electronic devices be used in CRUISE flight? - ANSWhen an E M I, R F I flight
test profile, developed by Air Methods has been conducted
What is the zero tolerance policy in the interest of safety in regards to cell phone & electronic
devices? - ANSNo verbal communications, sending or receiving texts, email or instant
message while in flight and aboard an aircraft
Cyclic control Warning cover - ANS...
What does a RED cyclic warning cover mean and when should it be installed - ANSIt means
the aircraft is out of service and should be installed prior to rendering out of service
Who can install and/or remove a RED cyclic warning cover? - ANSAny Pilot or Mechanic can
install a RED cover.
Only a mechanic or an authorized pilot can remove it after the aircraft has been returned to
service.
When do pilots utilize a YELLOW cyclic warning cover - ANSAnytime the aircraft is
restrained from flight. I E, tie downs in place, ground power connected, required
documentation removed from aircraft
What paper work shall be carried on the helicopter for ALL flights - ANSThe Dailey Flight
Log
Weights for takeoff and max weight will be entered for all flights. What are the exceptions? -
ANS1. Maintenance flight, 2. training, 3. Ferry, 4. Reposition with only air method employees
aboard
What kinds of flights are conducted under Part 91? - ANS1. Maintenance flight, 2. training, 3.
Ferry, 4. Reposition with only air method employees aboard
Entry of C G data, the forward limit, actual C G and aft limit are required for what type of
helicopters? - ANSMulti engine helicopters
Deplaning aircraft after landing / Before takeoff - ANS...
Medical personnel or pacs shall not depart the aircraft until when? - ANSPilot verbally
notifies "landed, clear to deplane".
