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Helicopter Control (Non-Tactical) Module (Air 202A)

Helicopter Control (Non-Tactical) Module (Air 202A)

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Key information

Aim

To train officers and ratings of the Warfare specialisations in the non-tactical control of helicopters.

Course details

Classroom and simulator training covering:

  • RN and NATO Helicopters
  • Control rules and Techniques
  • Duties and Responsibilities of the AC
  • Joining and Handover procedures
  • Flying briefs
  • Launch and Recovery procedures
  • Control emergencies
  • Helicopter emergencies
  • IFF
  • Search and Rescue
  • Altimetry
  • Meteorology
  • Emission control
  • Airspace reservations and NOTAMs
  • Flight publications, Maps and Charts

Requirements

Candidates need to be able to operate a high speed radio circuit in English fluently.

Exams and Qualifications gained

  • Practical exercises and progress tests run throughout the course
  • NATO Countries – Awarded HC(NT) (U) qualification
  • Non-NATO Countries – Trained and examined to the same standard as NATO countries, but not formally awarded qualification

Post course recommendations

NATO Countries – Ten hours live control experience then examination to become a fully qualified HC (NT).

Non-NATO Countries – Ten hours live control experience then examined to the same standard of a NATO fully qualified HC (NT).

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