Objective

Participants will acquire knowledge of preparation for emergency landing at sea, and be able to evacuate effectively and independently from a helicopter both above and below water. After completing the course, the participants should be able to evacuate with and without the use of H.A.B.D The participant must also be able to master the extinction of smaller fires.

Target Group

Civilian Helicopter-crew/SAR service

Examination

Written test before practical training with the use of H.A.B.D

Course Contents

Theory: Preparations for emergency landing on water Procedures for evacuation Helicopter's emergency systems and Equipment Diving medicine and diving theory Practical: Organized evacuation including fleet exercise Water recovery exercises in shallow water with and without HABD Underwater evacuation from a helicopter simulator, with and without the use of HABD Extinguish fires with hand extinguishers (CO2 and powder)