Warm thanks, Georges, for these relevant additions.
Comments and complements of information are very welcomed.
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Michel MASSON posted in Rotorcraft
1 day ago PublicSpotlight On Safety: Invest In Tech And Train To Proficiency
ROTORMEDIA, May 6, 2024
By Chris Hill, VAI, VAST Steering Committee
https://rotormedia.com/spotlight-on-safety-invest-in-tech-and-train-to-…Good pilots use technology to enhance safety.
Exceptional pilots train to proficiency to use technology correctly and resume technology if technology fails.
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Michel MASSON posted in Rotorcraft
1 day ago PublicPush to Talk with Bruce Webb: A Helicopter Podcast
32 episodes now available!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/push-to-talk-with-bruce-webb-a-he…Watch e.g. Episode 25 Flying In The Crowded Airspace of Today with Mike O'Donoghue, GASCo
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-25-flying-in-the-crowded-…
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Michel MASSON commented on Michel MASSON's topic in Rotorcraft
Dear Daniel, thanks for your remarks and questions.
I am actually not a helmet expert but a safety generalist.
Information is available on the internet, for instance and without publicity:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whiplash_(medicine);
https://oursafetysecurity.com/best-helicopter-helmet/.
I hope that you will find the references that you need.
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Francis Markert commented on John Franklin's topic in Rotorcraft
In this context, I would like to contribute my perspective as a remote pilot with a slightly different focus. I agree with everything written here - without reservation. But I would like to add something:
I am concerned with rescue missions that I, as a pilot, know nothing about. Especially in densely populated areas with tall buildings, it is sometimes difficult as a remote pilot to hear an approaching helicopter that is on its way to a rescue mission. On the one hand, the buildings shield the noise, and on the other, there are many other sounds.
If I am flying my drone in cities in compliance with all the rules and a rescue helicopter is approaching at high speed, I can only react very late. As rescue teams can't always maintain the minimum flight altitude, I see this as a risk.
In such situations, I try to talk to the responsible people in advance and keep my altitude as low as possible in known approach routes.
However, I would find a standardized technical system in all drone models (such as ADS-B) that indicates approaching helicopters even better.
Best regards,
Francis Markert
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Michel MASSON posted in Rotorcraft
1 month ago PublicDid you like the two FAA Rotorcraft Collective videos shared below?
Here is their playlist: https://bit.ly/RotorYT.Thanks for sharing this great safety promotion material through your professional channels and on social media.
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2 months ago PublicThe Rotorcraft Collective: Don’t Forget to See and Avoid Other Aircraft
https://youtu.be/2xSZIETO_l8?list=PL5vHkqHi51DTAkNwV1ZlHydXxPUCjmiRtAnother excellent FAA Rotorcraft Collective video presented by Scott Newsome, FAASTeam Representative.
Quote: Most collisions between two aircraft are preventable. However, with the skies becoming crowded with more aircraft and the cockpit becoming crowded with new technologies, using your eyes to look outside is critical for a safe flight. It is the responsibility of all pilots to maintain vigilance to see and avoid other aircraft. This video covers some of our recommendations to prevent a mid-air collision.
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2 months ago PublicFAA Rotorcraft Collective: Sharing Low-altitude Airspace with Drones Midair Collision video, March 2024
https://youtu.be/mZSLZGImITU?list=PL5vHkqHi51DTAkNwV1ZlHydXxPUCjmiRt
Collisions between drones and aircraft are on the rise. Since 2017, there have been in the USA at least six confirmed and another six probable drone collisions with airplanes, helicopters, and hot air balloons, causing significant damage.
Most of these incidents happened to helicopters. These collisions have occurred mainly below 500 feet and some even in controlled airspace. Traditional aircraft always have the right of way over drones, but drone operators don’t always see and avoid in time and air traffic controllers...
Listen to the safety tips provided by Scott Newsome, FAASTeam Representative.
