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Hoists 3

Fire Suppression (Bambi Bucket) 3

4.7.3 Hot Refuelling

Helicopter hot refuelling is the exception rather than the rule, and only authorized in circumstances that

require a rapid turn-around for operational necessity where the time savings outweigh the numerous

inherent risks involved with open port fuel cells, a hot running engine and turning rotors. Hot refuelling is

PROHIBITED for reasons of convenience.

Before allowing the hot refuelling of a helicopter to commence, the Pilot-in-command must ensure the

refuelling can be conducted safely under the following conditions:

a) Engine/Rotor is at flight idle;

b) A properly trained person attends the fuel nozzle; c) The aircraft is properly grounded;

d) A properly certified pilot is at the controls for the entire fuelling process; e) The pilot is the sole occupant of the aircraft; f) There are no thunderstorms/lightening within 10 nm; g) No nonessential personnel are within 100 feet of the aircraft; h) There is no loading or unloading of cargo during the fuelling; i) All doors and windows on the side of the fuel port are closed; j) All electrical/electronic equipment is turned off/standby to preclude the possibility of electrical

discharge to include the following equipment: anti-collision lights, FLIR, downlink, radar altimeter,

transponder, DME equipment. k) No radio transmissions; l) Fire extinguisher is available.

4.8 NrcHr Vlstor'r Goccue (NVG) OpeRRnorus

The following standard operating procedures are intended to provide guidance in the conduct of safe

night operations while using NVGs. The primary purpose of night vision goggles is to increase the crew's

ability to see outside the aircraft and provide an element of surprise against suspects while they are

unprepared. The degree of success of a flight conducted with NVGs is directly related to the quality of

flight planning and crew coordination. All NVG operations shall comply with applicable sections of FAR 61

and 91.

4.8.1 Pilot NVG Qualification

All crew members acting as pilot must have successfully completed an initial formalANV|S (Aviator Night

Vision lmaging System) training course or completed a military or government training course in the us-e

of night vision goggles. All pilots using NVGs must hold an instrument rating. Crew members not rated in

the aircraft acting in the capacity of co-piloUFLlR observer or observer need to have completed a ground

school on the ANVIS operator's manual and should be given an in{light demonstration of operating

techniques of the NVGs prior to conducting any operational missions. This instruction is to be taught by a

pilot who has completed an authorized formal training course IAW FAR 6i.3i (k).

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4.8.2 Minimum Crew for NVG Operations

For rotary wing aircraft, a pilot and Tactical Flight Officer/FllR operator, both wearing NVGs, are normally

required to safely perform NVG flight operations for Law Enforcement or Search and Rescue. Solo flight

from airport to airport for the sole purpose of picking up a crew member is authorized. All other solo

flights must be approved by the Chief Pilot. During certain mission profiles i.e. FLIR, it may be necessary

for the non-flying crew member to operate with the goggles in the "stowed up" position. Use of NVGs on

landing to a helicopter dolly is prohibited

4.8.3 NVG Currency Requirements

ln order to maintain currency as an NVG pilot, the individual must log at least t hour of NVG flight every

90 days. lf a pilot exceeds 120 days, they will be required to complete a t hour flight with a current NVG

pilot prior to resuming NVG duties as pilot in command. All aircrew shall comply with FAR 61.51(k),

61.57(f),(s).

4.8.4 NVG Operational Guidelines

a. NVG flight should be limited to a maximum of 5 flight hours in a helicopter or 6 flight hours in an

airplane per crew member duty period. Under certain demanding conditions i.e. very low ambient

light, low visibility, low NVG experience, etc., a more restrictive flight hour limitation may be in

order. The PIC should assess all risk factors and determine the appropriate flight time limits

consistent with the particular situation and safe operation of the aircraft.

b. NVG flight should not be conducted in weather conditions below basic VFR minimums (1000' -

3sm). NVGs can see through light obscurations such as light fog, haze, or smoke so it is easier

to go inadvertent IMC (lnstrument Meteorological Conditions) during NVG flight. As obscurations

build, there will be increased video noise, lowering of ambient light level and decreased acuity.

c. The maximum angle of bank for NVG flight should not exceed 30 degrees.

d. Because of the difficulty in seeing obstructions, i.e. power lines, towers, antennas during NVG

operations, the pilot shall fly at an airspeed that will allow him/her maneuvering space in time to

avoid colliding with such obstacles. Airspeeds must be decreased if environmental factors restrict

visibility.

e. NVGs will not be utilized in Class B airspace or other areas of high density civil air traffic, except

when the NVGs are essential to the safe conduct of the mission such as search and rescue.

External navigation lights will always be operated IAW FAR 91.209. f. Cockpit lighting should be NVG compatible. There must be at least one (1) operable flashlight in

the cockpit during NVG operations. lt is also recommended that an NVG lip light be utilized

during flight.

g. Goggles must be inspected in accordance with the operator's manual prior to flight and found to

be operating normally in order to conduct NVG flight. Azero time primary and spare battery shall

always be available during NVG operations. The lanyard must be installed per the operator's

manual prior to flight.

h. Maintenance of the NVG devices should be performed in accordance with the manufacture's

maintenance manual or other instructions.

4.9 AlRcnepr Stlr.roRRo Eeurpruerur

Maintaining a standard list of aircraft equipment is very important for both operational requirements and

for weight and balance calculations. A standard equipment list has been developed for all Department

aircraft and it is the responsibility of the Standardization and Training Manager for that type aircraft to

ensure it is accurate and meets current requirements.

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