Life Flight & Aaron at Strong FD did a nice job with a 2 hour helicopter awareness training today at the Strong Legion Field. Approximately 40 participants from local EMS, FD, CERT and SAR organizations watched a PowerPoint presentation by a Life Flight representative about many aspects of the helicopter EMS service.
Initial contact with Life Flight should be made by the local FD or EMS through Franklin dispatch. In order to land, a minimum landing zone (LZ) of 100' x 100' clearing that is free from loose debris and obstacles is needed. A 20' x20' patch of firm, dry earth or well packed snow is also required at the center of the LZ for the wheels of the aircraft to sit on. Local communications with the aircraft should be made on the State Fire channel. One of the most dangerous obstacles for the landing aircraft are utility wires. Ground personnel should make the pilot aware of any wires in the area. The word 'ABORT' said on state fire over the radio should be used if any situation arises that would make the landing of takeoff dangerous like a child running out onto the field or an unseen overhead wire. The highlight of the presentation is when a Life Flight helicopter arrived for show & tell.
Thanks to Aaron and SFD for hosting the training.
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Thanks for attending. I really enjoyed the class. David White did a great job. Aaron Marden, SFD
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