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, AIR METHODS& HELICOPTER
OPERATIONS EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED
A+ FOR 2026 ASSURED EXCEL
Helicopter Operations & Air Methods Study Guide
1. How many feet shall an obstacle be cleared by on takeoff (T/O)?
Correct Answer: 30 ft
2. What is the maximum descent rate below 300' AGL?
Correct Answer: 200 fpm
3. How do you choose a reference point for landing?
Correct Answer:
150 ft above the highest obstacle, used to make the decision to continue the landing or execute
a go-around during an emergency.
4. Unusual attitude—How do we correct it?
Correct Answer:
1. Attitude
2. Heading
3. Power
4. Airspeed
, AIR METHODS& HELICOPTER
OPERATIONS EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED
A+ FOR 2026 ASSURED EXCEL
Helicopter Operations & Air Methods Study Guide
1. How many feet shall an obstacle be cleared by on takeoff (T/O)?
Correct Answer: 30 ft
2. What is the maximum descent rate below 300' AGL?
Correct Answer: 200 fpm
3. How do you choose a reference point for landing?
Correct Answer:
150 ft above the highest obstacle, used to make the decision to continue the landing or execute
a go-around during an emergency.
4. Unusual attitude—How do we correct it?
Correct Answer:
1. Attitude
2. Heading
3. Power
4. Airspeed
