What you will learn
- Apply CRM and AMRM principles to multi-crew helicopter operations including EMS.
- Understand turboshaft engine systems including Ng, Nf, TOT limits, and FADEC operation.
- Manage multi-engine helicopter operations including OEI power ratings and single-engine procedures.
- Apply HEMS operational requirements including preflight risk analysis and operational control.
- Understand NVG principles, limitations, and emergency procedures for night operations.
- Execute advanced emergency procedures including Vuichard recovery and compressor stall management.
Topics covered
CRM and Leadership
Crew resource management, AMRM for EMS, threat and error management, PACE assertive communication, and multi-crew coordination.
Advanced IFR Operations
IFR flight planning for helicopters, point-in-space approaches, helicopter-specific approach procedures, and holding.
Turbine Helicopter Systems
Turboshaft engine operation (Ng/Nf), TOT limits, compressor stall recognition, FADEC, and power management at altitude.
Multi-Engine Helicopter Operations
OEI power ratings (30-second, 2-minute, continuous), single-engine procedures, automatic load sharing, and category A/B performance.
EMS Operations Concepts
HEMS operational requirements (Part 135 Subpart L), preflight risk analysis, operational control centers, scene operations, and weather minimums.
NVG Operations
Night vision goggle principles and limitations, NVG flight procedures, visual illusions, and NVG emergency procedures.
Advanced Emergency Procedures
Dual engine failure, tail rotor malfunctions, hydraulic failure, vortex ring state recovery (Vuichard technique), and compressor stall recovery.
Instrument Procedures
Precision and non-precision approaches in helicopters, missed approach procedures, and helicopter-specific IFR considerations.
Prerequisites
- •Commercial Pilot Helicopter certificate or equivalent knowledge.
- •Instrument rating with helicopter IFR experience.
- •Familiarity with turbine helicopter systems and operations.