The choice of helicopter for HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Medical Service) operations is a difficult one. Whilst cost is a huge factor, there are many subtle elements which go into the selection of a helicopter. This article aims to explore those options and present what an ideal HEMS aircraft would be. In the near future, another […] The post The Ultimate Medical Helicopter – Selecting the right machine for HEMS first appeared on Rotary Wing Geek.| Rotary Wing Geek
The need for separation Typically, a helicopter used in the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) has a crew that can manage one critically ill patient at a time. Where an incident has multiple casualties needing a critical care response, multiple helicopters can be tasked to the same incident. In addition, other types of emergency aviation […] The post Aerial teamwork – Practical tips for working together by staying apart in emergency aviation first appeared on Rotary Wing Geek.| Rotary Wing Geek
In an earlier article, I discussed how big a landing site needed to be for UK and European Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) operations. (https://rotarywinggeek.com/2d-or-not-2d-how-much-room-do-i-need-to-land-a-helicopter/). However, this is only part of the story and there is a lot more to choosing a landing site than just the size. Whilst this article is primarily focussed on […] The post HEMS Landing Sites – Reliable places to drop your medics first appeared on Rotary Wing G...| Rotary Wing Geek
“How on earth did I get here?” IMC, 36 kg of fuel in the main tank before minimums and facing a lengthy period of radar vectoring to get lined up for an approach. I had planned in detail, applied Threat and Error Management (TEM) and been supported by the rest of the company along the […] The post Planning to fail – The perils of ignoring your own advice first appeared on Rotary Wing Geek.| Rotary Wing Geek
An article which takes a dive into the NTSB investigation into the accident involving helicopter N109BC of the Broward Sheriff's Office Fire Rescue department| Rotary Wing Geek
Helicopter flying can be extremely unforgiving. Things can unravel in seconds, sometimes in ways no simulator or checklist can fully prepare us for 👀 On August 28, 2023, an EC135 air medical helicopter operated by the Broward County Sheriff’s Office lifted from Pompano Beach Airpark on what should have been a routine flight to help| Pilots Who Ask Why ‣ Mastering Aviation Together - One Question at a Time
