Air Methods
Chapter 2: Flight operations General - correct answer The 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. - correct answer ...
Air methods utilizes a two-tier system of operational control. What are the two tiers - correct answer
Tier 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 - correct answer 4 1 1 pilot computer system
What are the two types of offsite communication centers for flight following utilized by air methods? -
correct answer 1. 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 - correct answer ...
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 - correct answer V 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. - correct answer 50°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? - correct answer
The main and tail rotor blades will be restrained and secured to the deck.
When must the aircraft be Hangard due to wind considerations - correct answer When forecast winds
reach 40 knots
What are your precipitation considerations when dealing with adverse weather? - correct answer
When 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 - correct answer
When 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 - correct answer ...
What is the procedure for requesting additional training? - correct answer Request 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? - correct answer As 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? - correct answer You 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? - correct answer Study 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 - correct answer ...
What are the three requirements for night operations in regards to airport requirements? - correct
answer 1. 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 - correct answer ...
Prior to start and lift off what must each pilot do in regards to the confirmation checks - correct answer
Each 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 - correct answer ...
Who are the only authorized individuals to carry weapons on Air Methods aircraft?
What weapons are included and prohibited? - correct answer Local, 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 - correct answer ...
Chapter 2: Flight operations General - correct answer The 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. - correct answer ...
Air methods utilizes a two-tier system of operational control. What are the two tiers - correct answer
Tier 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 - correct answer 4 1 1 pilot computer system
What are the two types of offsite communication centers for flight following utilized by air methods? -
correct answer 1. 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 - correct answer ...
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 - correct answer V 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. - correct answer 50°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? - correct answer
The main and tail rotor blades will be restrained and secured to the deck.
When must the aircraft be Hangard due to wind considerations - correct answer When forecast winds
reach 40 knots
What are your precipitation considerations when dealing with adverse weather? - correct answer
When 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 - correct answer
When 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 - correct answer ...
What is the procedure for requesting additional training? - correct answer Request 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? - correct answer As 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? - correct answer You 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? - correct answer Study 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 - correct answer ...
What are the three requirements for night operations in regards to airport requirements? - correct
answer 1. 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 - correct answer ...
Prior to start and lift off what must each pilot do in regards to the confirmation checks - correct answer
Each 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 - correct answer ...
Who are the only authorized individuals to carry weapons on Air Methods aircraft?
What weapons are included and prohibited? - correct answer Local, 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 - correct answer ...
