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Training
The New Frontier
There is a growing tendency from high-profile customers to stipulate increasing pilot-hour requirements from helicopter charter companies.
Rites of Spring
Spring training is upon us once again. For some, it’s a time to dust off skills that have been languishing over the winter; for others, it’s merely an interruption but a necessary sabbatical from revenue flying.
The Case for the V-22
His F-15E Eagle suffering mechanical failure, the pilot ejected, parachuting into war torn Libya.
Nurturing Relationships
For helicopter operations away from home base, there is a crew arrangement that is distinctive to the industry: the relationship between pilot and engineer.
The ‘New’ Safety Method
In a recent article on the CBC website, Transport Canada (TC) is seemingly taken to task for its new safety approach of having airlines regulate themselves
Sharing the Skies
Drone, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) or even Pilot-Optional.
Quenching That Thirst
In parts 1 through 4 of our “Survival” series, we drew up a dire crash scenario that left you alone in the wilderness.
Grab That Broom!
The helicopter has been described as “a miracle with a starter button,” and for those of us who fly them, the exhilaration is intoxicating and contagious.
From the Lab to the Field
Chances are you’ve never heard of Bob Waldron, David Rupert, George Heath, Alec Moffat or Gerry Binnema, and – with tongue firmly planted in cheek – that may not be a bad thing.
Editorial: Minding the Gap
Hiring qualified workers and finding ways to retain those who consistently exceed expectations is a top concern for operators – and it was a key discussion point at Helicopters’ first industry roundtable this spring.
Flying Against the Odds
When it comes to understanding how the long-term effects of piloting a helicopter can affect your spinal health, few people have as much knowledge as Dr. Emily Roback.
Power to Care
Tupperware is one of the handiest inventions ever created for those on the go, and when you’re flying for Ontario’s not-for-profit transport medicine organization Ornge, it’s an essential part of your daily survival kit.
The Safety Briefing
Things have changed considerably since I entered the aviation industry in 1977. With a noticeable shift in attitude toward safety, one area that has improved over time is the passenger safety briefing.
Stocking Up For Survival
In parts 1 through 3 of our “Survival” series, we drew up a dire crash scenario that left you alone in the wilderness. We examined the considerable role psychology plays in survival, the many benefits of fire, and how to set priorities, build emergency shelters and facilitate your own rescue.
The Elusive Search
A young man strides through the hangar door looking for the chief pilot, a hopeful smile on his face. In his hand, he carries a bundle of photocopied resumés.
The Right of Control
In a previous issue of Helicopters magazine, I wrote about the importance of having a valid and up-to-date will. Although this is a critical part of estate planning, there are other areas that command attention – specifically, power of attorney and representation agreements. |
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