| VFR Helicopter Obstacle-Rich Environments: Test and Evaluation |
AUG 1994 |
34 pages |
| Authors:
Brian M. Sawyer; Deborah J. Peisen; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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 | This is the first in a series of two letter reports detailing the specific test and evaluation requirements, scenarios, data processing techniques, and government/industry comments concerning pilot performance in an obstacle rich environment. The second report will develop and recommend the requirements for a piloted helicopter visual simulator to support data collection in this effort. This report details the issues and the development of ... |
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| VFR Heliport Obstacle-Rich Environments: Draft Test Plan |
AUG 1994 |
36 pages |
| Authors:
Brian M. Sawyer; Deborah J. Peisen; Eric H. Bolz; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This is a draft test plan for evaluating the psychological impact of an obstacle rich VFR heliport environment on pilot performance. This evaluation would use a visual flight simulation. included in this report are objectives and issues, simulator requirements, data collection methodology, and a test plan syllabus. This is the second of several letter reports that were developed as part of the preparation for evaluating pilot ... |
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| VFR Heliport Obstacle-Rich Environments: Simulation Requirements and Facilities |
AUG 1994 |
22 pages |
| Authors:
Brian M. Sawyer; Deborah J. Peisen; Eric H. Bolz; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This document identifies simulation requirements and facilities for the visual flight simulation evaluation of the psychological impact of an obstacle rich VFR heliport environment on pilot performance. This report addresses the investigative process, test methodology, simulator requirements, and simulation data collection methodology. This is the third of several letter reports that were developed as part of the preparation for evaluating pilot performance during the ... |
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| Heliport/Vertiport MLS Precision Approaches |
JUL 94 |
68 pages |
| Authors:
Deborah Peisen; Brian Sawyer; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| In the early 1990's, the Federal Aviation Administration initiated an effort to answer certain questions on precision approaches to heliports and vertiports. Of particular interest were issues of economic justification and available airspace. Among the tasks included in this effort were the following: (1) Develop a criteria of what is required to establish an instrument approach at a heliport or vertiport. (2) Develop a selection process to qualify potential IFR ... |
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| Vertical Flight Terminal Operational Procedures. A Summary of FAA research and Development |
JUL 94 |
53 pages |
| Authors:
Raymond H. Matthews; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| Common-carrier operations by helicopters are becoming increasingly routine. Prospects for their future utilization are promising as the variety of uses continues to grow and public acceptance expands. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and industry are working to more fully integrate vertical flight vehicles in to the National Airspace System (NAS). Rotorcraft, including tiltrotor, tiltwing, and helicopters, are unique and each offers potential benefits that may provide relief to the delay ... |
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| Composite Helicopter Accident Profiles; Deficient Crew/Aircraft Performance |
JUL 94 |
117 pages |
| Authors:
David L. Green; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The purpose of this report is twofold. First, the unique characteristics of a wide variety of helicopter operations which ended in a collision with terrain features or man-made obstructions were analyzed. Special emphasis was given to operations during difficult visual conditions. Second, this report provides the reader with systematic insights into the affiliated technical and operational aspects of helicopter flight operations which contributed to this category of accident. The report ... |
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| Civil Use of Night Vision Devices - Evaluation Pilot's Guide, Part 1 |
JUL 94 |
61 pages |
| Authors:
David L. Green; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This document was developed to aid in the evaluation of the ise of night vision goggles (NVG's) by civil helicopter pilots. This report was used to prepare pilots to participate in the flight test program. The principal task was to determine if there are any unresolved safety issues that would preclude pilot use of NVG's during helicopter operations under Federal Aviation Regulations Parts 91 or 135. Certainly NVG's can enable ... |
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| Night Vision Goggles in Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Helicopters |
JUL 94 |
91 pages |
| Authors:
William T. Sampson; Gary B. Simpson; David L. Green; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This document addresses the potential use of night vision goggles (NVGs) by the emergency medical service (EMS) industry. Key issues analyzed are the night environment, physiology of the eye, characteristics of night vision devices, maintenance of the NVG, and night operations. Pilots from the government and EMS industry participated in a flight program at the FAA technical Center to assess the capabilities and utility of NVGs in EMS scenarios. The ... |
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| Assessment of Night Vision Goggle Workload; Flight Test Engineer's Guide |
JUL 94 |
77 pages |
| Authors:
David L. Green; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This document was developed to aid in the evaluation of the use of night vision goggles (NVG's) by civil helicopter pilots. This report was used to prepare pilots to participate in the flight test program. The principal task was to determine if there are any unresolved safety issues that would preclude pilot use of NVG's during helicopter operations under Federal Aviation Regulations Parts 91 or 135. Certainly NVG's can enable ... |
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| Rotorwash Analysis Handbook. Volume 1. Development and Analysis |
JUN 94 |
336 pages |
| Authors:
Samuel W. Ferguson; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| Rotorcraft operations at heliports and airports are investigated to better understand and quantify the potential hazards associated with various types of rotorwash flow fields. Mathematical models for the various types are developed. These mathematical models are used in conjunction with hazard analysis models to develop an analysis methodology for evaluation of the potential for rotorwash-related mishaps in various operational scenarios. Correlation of all developed mathematical models with flight test, scale-model, ... |
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| Rotorwash Analysis Handbook. Volume 2. Appendixes |
JUN 94 |
191 pages |
| Authors:
Samuel W. Ferguson; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| Documentation, a program listing, and a user's guide are provided for version 2.1 of the FORTRAN 77-based ROTWASH computer program in report appendices. An extensive bibliography of rotorwash related technical documents is also provided. This listing is subdivided into different rotorwash topics. A companion report, entitled Evaluation of Rotorwash Characterisitics for Tiltrotor and Tiltwing Aircraft in Hovering Flight, DOT/FAA.RD-90/16, evaluates rotorwash characteristics of 11 different types of tiltrotor and tiltwing ... |
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| Analysis of Vertiport Studies Funded by the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) |
MAY 94 |
112 pages |
| Authors:
Deborah J. Peisen; William T. Sampson; Linda J. LaBelle; Brian M. Sawyer; J. R. Ludders; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| It is expected that advanced vertical flight (AVF) aircraft such as the civil tiltrotor (CTR) will become viable, important vehicles for the relief of both ground and airport congestion. Furthermore, it is expected this will lead to expanded use of rotorcraft for scheduled passenger service. To prepare for this eventuality, the FAA in 1988 funded a program of vertiport feasibility studies. Thirteen locations. encompassing a range of cities, states, and ... |
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| Rotwash Analysis Program Version 2.1 (Computer Diskette). |
May 1994 |
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| Authors:
SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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 | File characteristics: Software (37 files). Physical description: 1 computer diskette; 3 1/2 in.; high density; 1.44MB. System requirements: PC compatible; DOS; FORTRAN 77. Rotorcraft operations at heliports and airports are investigated to better understand and quantify the potential hazards associated with various types of rotorwash flow fields. Mathematical models for the various types are developed. These mathematical models are used in conjunction with hazard analysis models to develop an analysis ... |
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| Rotorcraft Low Altitude IFR Benefit/Cost Analysis: Conclusions and Recommendations |
OCT 93 |
153 pages |
| Authors:
Robert K. Anoll; Robert B. Newman; Edwin D. McConkey; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The Rotorcraft Master Plan advocates the establishment of additional communications, navigation, and surveillance (CNS) facilities, as well as the analysis and development of systems to satisfy the increasing demand for widespread instrument flight rules (IFR) rotorcraft operations within the National Airspace System (NAS). The objective of this study is to determine if there is an economic basis for improvement of these low altitude IFR services within the NAS in order ... |
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| Vertical Flight IFR Terminal Area Procedures (VERTAPS) Program Plan: Executive Summary |
AUG 1993 |
21 pages |
| Authors:
Leon A. Zmroczek; Paul Wilkinson; Harold Alexander; Otis Reed; Gary Simpson; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The Vertical Flight IFR Terminal Area Procedures (VERTAPS) Program Plan was developed by Systems Control Technology, Inc., Boeing Defense & Space Group, Helicopters Division, and Bell Helicopter TEXTRON. The plan describes tasks to be performed in a five year program to develop vertical flight instrument procedures (VFIPS) and air traffic control (ATC) procedures to integrate advanced vertical flight aircraft into the National Airspace System. ... |
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| Rooftop Emergency Heliports |
JUN 93 |
62 pages |
| Authors:
William T. Sampson III; Sandra Henninger; Richard S. Fixler; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| In the process of developing two previous Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) documents, 'Rotorcraft Use in Disaster Relief and Mass Casualty Incidents - Case Studies' DOT/FAA/RD-90/10 and Guidelines for Integrating Helicopter Assets into Emergency Planning DOT/FAA/RD-90/11, it was determined that there was a need for further study regarding rooftop emergency heliports. The research for this project included an in-depth analysis of high- rise fire incidents in which helicopters have been used. ... |
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| Vertical Flight Noise Research and Development Plan |
MAY 1993 |
88 pages |
| Authors:
Linda J. LaBelle; Robert B. Newman; Krishaan K. Ahuja; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The FAA is confronting the challenge of addressing vertical flight noise issues through development of a five-year R&D program supported by the combined resources of its major noise certification office, the Office of Environment and Energy, and its vertical flight focal point, the Vertical Flight Program Office. A major step in that direction is publication of this document to enhance joint cooperation and execution. |
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| Helicopter Terminal Route Guidelines |
APR 1993 |
38 pages |
| Authors:
Brian M. Sawyer; Linda J. LaBelle; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The objective of this report is to supplement current, in-place helicopter route procedures and standards. These guidelines are designed to expand upon existing helicopter operational and environmental considerations and to assist FAA air traffic managers and the rotorcraft community in route development, implementation, and maintenance. This is the third in a set of three reports. The two prior reports are: DOT/FAA/RD-90/18, Rotorcraft Terminal ATC Route Standards, and DOT/FAA/RD-90/19, Rotorcraft En ... |
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| Potential Hazards of Magnetic Resonance Imagers to Emergency Medical Service Helicopter Operations |
JAN 93 |
57 pages |
| Authors:
Robert B. Newman; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| In recent years there have been several incidents with helicopters where magnetic resonance imagers (MRIs) have interfered with the operation of magnetic sensors such as compasses and directional gyroscopes. The magnetic fields generated by the MRI magnet causes magnetic sensors to give aberrant readings. This report documents the characteristics of MRIs and how they operate. It discusses relevant federal regulations of MRI and all magnetic effects and hazards involved with ... |
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| Tiltrotor Aircraft Noise: A Summary of the Presentations and Discussions at the 1991 FAA/Georgia Tech Workshop |
JUN 92 |
55 pages |
| Authors:
K. K. Ahuja; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| Georgia Institute of Technology hosted a workshop in Atlanta on 28 and 29 March 1991 on the noise problems associated with tiltrotors. The workshop had two major objectives: to review the status of research and development in predicting and reducing tiltrotor noise; and to identify key technical and operational issues and methods to address them. The second objective had both near term and far term implications. In the near term, ... |
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| Analysis of Helicopter Accident Risk Exposure Near Heliports, Airports, and Unimproved Sites |
FEB 92 |
69 pages |
| Authors:
R. J. Adams; E. D. McConkey; L. D. Dzamba; R. D. Smith; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This report discusses the development of relevant safety indicators to be used in the assessment of risk exposure due to heliport design and operational standards. Since helicopter accidents have been relatively rare events, historical data at heliports are somewhat limited. Therefore, the approach described herein is to develop the total helicopter risk exposure due to all causes and then estimate what proportion of that risk should be allocated to various ... |
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| Composite Profiles of Helicopter Mishaps at Heliports and Airports |
JAN 92 |
92 pages |
| Authors:
L. D. Dzamba; W. T. Sampson III; R. J. Adams; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| In a companion report entitled Analysis of Helicopter Mishaps at Heliports, Airports, and Unimproved Sites, DOT/FAA/RD-90/8, National Transportation Safety Board and U.S. Army mishap reports were reviewed in order to determine the types of mishaps that have occurred at helicopter landing sites. Based upon these mishap records, helicopter composite mishap profiles were developed and are presented here in order to demonstrate the types of mishaps that have occurred at or ... |
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| Tiltrotor Aircraft Noise - A Summary of the Presentations and Discussions at the 1991 FAA/Georgia Tech Workshop |
JAN 92 |
55 pages |
| Authors:
K. K. Ahuja; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| Georgia Institute of Technology hosted a workshop in Atlanta on 28 and 29 March 1991 on the noise problems associated with tiltrotors. The workshop had two major objectives: (1) to review the status of research and development in predicting and reducing tiltrotor noise; and, (2) to identify key technical and operational issues and methods to address them. The second objective had both near term and far term implications. In the ... |
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| Rotorcraft Low Altitude IFR Benefit/Cost Analysis: Operations Analysis |
DEC 91 |
198 pages |
| Authors:
Robert K. Anoll; Len D. Dzamba; Linda J. LaBelle; Randahl N. Newman; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The Rotorcraft Master Plan advocates the establishment of additional communications, navigation, and surveillance (CNS) facilities, as well as the analysis and development of systems to satisfy the increasing demand for widespread IFR rotorcraft operations within the NAS. The objective of this study is to determine if there is an economic basis for improvement of these low altitude instrument flight rules (IFR) services within the National Airspace System (NAS) in order ... |
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| New York Downtown Manhattan (Wall Street) Heliport - Operations Analysis |
SEP 91 |
159 pages |
| Authors:
Deborah J. Peisen; Roy Lobosco; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| In response to increasing helicopter demand, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) initiated the FAA/Industry National Prototype Heliport Demonstration and Development Program in 1983. Four cities were selected for the FAA demonstration program. These were: Indianapolis, New Orleans, Los Angeles, and New York. This study is an analysis of the operational characteristics of the Downtown Manhattan Heliport, commonly known as the Wall Street Heliport, located in New York City. Although selected ... |
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| Rotorcraft Acceleration and Climb Performance Model |
AUG 91 |
47 pages |
| Authors:
Robert K. Anoll; Edwin D. McConkey; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This report documents the methodology used in developing the helicopter departure profiles presented in Helicopter Physical and Performance Data DOT/FAA/RD-90/3. Each step involved in creating the profiles is examined. In particular, the Helicopter Departure Profile (HEDPRO) program is described in detail. This program converts helicopter performance data and departure procedures into departure profile data. The first step in developing profiles was to identify the departure procedures recommended by the manufacturers. ... |
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| Helicopter Rejected Takeoff Airspace Requirements |
AUG 91 |
52 pages |
| Authors:
Robert K. Anoll; Edwin D. McConkey; Robert J. Hawley; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This report analyzes performance data for helicopters that are certified for one engine inoperative (OEI) performance. It relates rejected takeoff and OEI capability to airspace requirements for heliports intended to support Category A operations. The current FAA regulation defining protected airspace and the imaginary surfaces associated with heliports does not take into consideration emergency situations involving engine failures during takeoff and landing operations. That is, the air and ground space ... |
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| Heliport VFR Airspace Design Based on Helicopter Performance |
AUG 91 |
100 pages |
| Authors:
Robert K. Anoll; Edwin D. McConkey; Robert J. Hawley; Margaret B. Renton; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This document presents results of the efforts to classify helicopters and heliports based on the performance capabilities of a given rotorcraft and the protected ground and airspace available at a given heliport. Current VFR heliport protected airspace requirements are not broad enough to cover the wide range of helicopter models and conditions in which they operate. Additionally, they do not always provide an adequate margin of safety from allowable obstructions ... |
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| Operational Survey - VFR Heliport Approaches and Departures |
AUG 91 |
66 pages |
| Authors:
Raymond A. Syms; Randal A. Wiedemann; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This report documents a field survey about helicopter performance and operational considerations pertaining to heliport design issues. Helicopter operators, manufacturers' flight instructors, and FAA Technical Center pilots were surveyed in an attempt to relate their actual VFR helicopter operating techniques to heliport airspace requirements. The opinions and information obtained from the 88 pilots surveyed from around the country represent 17 types of helicopter models operating at a broad spectrum of ... |
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| Helicopter Physical and Performance Data |
AUG 91 |
195 pages |
| Authors:
Edwin D. McConkey; Robert K. Anoll; Margaret B. Renton; James Young; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| A determination of physical and performance data for eight civil helicopters was made. The helicopters used in the study were chosen to exhibit a wide range of characteristics representative of the current civil fleet. Flight manual data as well as certification, flight test, and computer generated performance data were used to complete the study. Approach and departure profiles were developed for several gross weights and ambient conditions and translated into ... |
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| Rotorcraft En Route ATC Route Standards |
AUG 91 |
50 pages |
| Authors:
Raymond H. Matthews; Brian M. Sawyer; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This report identifies constraints on helicopter operations in the en route environment as they relate to visual flight rules (VFR), special visual flight rules (SVFR), and instrument flight rules (IFR). However, since there is relatively little VFR/SVFR interaction between helicopters in the en route environment, the report concentrates on IFR operations and recommends modifications to route development standards using existing and planned navigation capabilities that will ultimately maximize the use ... |
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| Rotorcraft Terminal ATC Route Standards |
AUG 91 |
81 pages |
| Authors:
Raymond H. Matthews; Brian M. Sawyer; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This report focuses on major terminal areas and addresses both visual and instrument meteorological conditions under visual flight rules (VFR), special visual flight rules (SVFR), and instrument flight rules (IFR). It is intended to assess their effect on the National Airspace System (NAS), the users, and air traffic control. This report is designed to incorporate the review, analysis, and development of rotorcraft ATC route structures and the analysis of current ... |
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| Guidelines for Integrating Helicopter Assets into Emergency Planning |
JUL 91 |
65 pages |
| Authors:
Sandra Henninger; Jack Thompson; Catherine Adams; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| In the last four decades, helicopters have proven their values to communities when disaster strikes. And yet, all too often people simply assume helicopters will appear at an emergency. The truth is, without careful emergency planning, rotorcraft may not appear or if they do, might not be used to their full potential and the communities' maximum benefit. Consequently, emergency planners often do not take the best advantage of helicopter assets ... |
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| Rotorcraft Night Vision Goggle Evaluation |
JUL 91 |
65 pages |
| Authors:
Robert J. Hawley; Robert K. Anoll; David Green; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This document addresses the potential use of night vision goggles (NVG's) by the civilian rotorcraft community. Key issues analyzed are the advantages and limitations of using NVG's in civilian rotorcraft operations, safety factors surrounding NVG use, and pilot qualification/training requirements. Background information on NVG equipment design, characteristics, types, and associated aircraft requirements/modifications are also presented in the context of civilian use. These issues are then related to the existing FAA ... |
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| Air Ambulance Helicopter Operational Analysis |
MAY 91 |
168 pages |
| Authors:
Robert Newman; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This study of visual flight rules (VFR) weather minimums and operational areas for helicopter emergency medical service operators is based on operator responses to a questionnaire. The national average VFR operational weather minimums for all respondents was determined. Also, an estimate of the percentage of time that each respondent can not fly because of ceiling and/or visibility below their VFR operating minimums was determined, as was the average percentage of ... |
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| Analysis of Rotorwash Effects in Helicopter Mishaps |
MAY 91 |
61 pages |
| Authors:
Samuel W. Ferguson; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| A selected number of rotorwash related helicopter mishaps have been reviewed and analyzed. This analysis attempts to determine threshold levels of rotorwash velocity that result in potential hazards. Due to a lack of detailed mishap information being available, critical threshold values of velocity could not be conclusively identified. However, critical ranges of combined rotorwash and ambient wind velocity were identified for several types of investigated mishaps. These ranges of peak ... |
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| Rotorcraft Health and Usage Monitoring Systems - A Literature Survey |
MAY 91 |
77 pages |
| Authors:
Larry Miller; Barbara McQuiston; Jeff Frenster; Diane Wohler; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The rotorcraft industry is developing a number of techniques, methodologies, and associated equipment for monitoring health and usage of critical rotorcraft flight components. Industry is planning to incorporate this technology on a number of new aircraft. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has the responsibility for certification of these aircraft and the equipment they contain. This effort is concerned with the health and usage equipment. To best accomplish the certification of ... |
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| Decision-Height Windows for Decelerating Approaches in Helicopters - Pilot/Vehicle Factors and Limitations |
APR 91 |
63 pages |
| Authors:
R. H. Hoh; S. Baillie; S. Kereliuk; J. J. Traybar; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| A combined analysis and flight test program was conducted to investigate the characteristics of the decision-height (DH) window for helicopter decelerating instrument approaches. The concept of an effective flight path angle has been employed to define the DH window in terms of basic rotorcraft performance data. Exploratory flight tests were conducted to validate this approach and to define the approximate dimensions of the DH window 50 feet above ground level. ... |
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| Analysis of Helicopter Mishaps at Heliports, Airports and Unimproved Sites |
JAN 91 |
81 pages |
| Authors:
L. D. Dzamba; R. J. Hawley; R. J. Adams; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| A task was undertaken to determine possible inadequacies if FAA design standards and guidelines set forth in the Helicopter Design Advisory Circular (AC 150/5390-2). This report is based upon the results of an analysis of helicopter mishaps which occurred within a 1 mile radius of various landing sites, including heliports, airports, and unimproved sites. NTSB and U.S. Army reports describing mishaps that occurred at or near a facility were used. ... |
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| Evaluation of Rotorwash Characteristics for Tiltrotor and Tiltwing Aircraft in Hovering Flight |
DEC 90 |
263 pages |
| Authors:
Samuel W. Ferguson; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The rotorwash characteristics of eleven different types of tiltrotor and tiltwing aircraft in hovering flight are presented for comparison purposes. Rotorwash characteristics that have been quantified included the mean and peak outwash velocity profiles off the left wing position (azimuth = 270 degrees) and nose position (azimuth = 0 degrees). Maximum values from each of the peak velocity and peak dynamic pressure profiles are also presented as a function of ... |
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| Rotorcraft Use in Disaster Relief and Mass Casualty Incidents - Case Studies |
JUN 90 |
122 pages |
| Authors:
Sandra Henninger; Jack Thompson; Robert Newman; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The primary purposes of this report are to document helicopter involvement in disaster relief efforts and to bring about an understanding of the general nature of such helicopter operations. A representative series of 18 case histories detailing disaster situations (i.e., airliner crashes, high rise fires, natural disasters, etc.) where helicopters have been involved in rescue and relief operations are studied in a case history format. Each case addresses to the ... |
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| Indianapolis Downtown Heliport-Operations Analysis and Marketing History |
MAR 90 |
91 pages |
| Authors:
Deborah J. Peisen; Robert B. Newman; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| In response to increasing helicopter demand, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) initiated the FAA/Industry National Prototype Heliport Demonstration and Development Program. Four cities were selected for the FAA demonstration program. These were: New York, New Orleans, Los Angeles, and Indianapolis. In January 1985, the Indianapolis Downtown Heliport was the first of the demonstration heliports to open. This study is an analysis of the operational characteristics of the Indianapolis Downtown Heliport ... |
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| Aeronautical Decision-Making for Air Ambulance Administrators |
FEB 90 |
20 pages |
| Authors:
R. J. Adams; E. D. McConkey; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This manual discusses five of the most critical administrative aeronautical decision areas. The treatment is brief to ensure that the important, basic limits will be read and understood by the largest possible audience. The concerns are: Accident characteristics, Pilot characteristics, Weather restrictions, Training needs, and Risk management. Each of these concerns is discussed in a summary format. The summaries begin with a concise statement of the problem. This statement is ... |
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| Human Factors Issues in Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection |
OCT 89 |
117 pages |
| Authors:
William T. Shepherd; James F. Parker Jr; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The Federal Aviation Administration sponsored a two-day meeting in October 1988 to address issues of human factors and inspection. Presentations were given by some 13 individuals representing the full spectrum of interests in commercial aviation. Presentations also were given by three human factors scientists with backgrounds in vigilance and industrial inspection technology. Each presentation, as well as the following question and answer period, was recorded for transcription and study. The ... |
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| Rotorcraft Low Altitude CNS (Communications, Navigation and Surveillance) Benefit/Cost Analysis, Rotorcraft Operations Data |
SEP 89 |
165 pages |
| Authors:
Brian E. Mee; Deborah Peisen; Margaret B. Renton; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| Communications, navigation, and surveillance (CNS) services are readily available at the altitudes flown by most fixed-wing aircraft. They are not, however, always available at the lower altitudes at which most rotary-wing aircraft operate. The objective of this study is to determine if there is an economic basis for improvement of these low altitude CNS services within the National Airspace System (NAS) in order to better support rotorcraft operations. The Rotorcraft ... |
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| Risk Management for Air Ambulance Helicopter Operators |
JUN 89 |
55 pages |
| Authors:
Rich J. Adams; J. L. Thompson; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| This manual is intended to provide an easy reference for dealing with the operating pitfalls, the human frailties, and the risks in managing an air ambulance operation. It is not designed to give the operator step-by-step instructions. Rather, the manual describes techniques and tools that can be used to balance the demands of running a business with the need for maintaining safety. It provides pilot selection and training guidelines, as ... |
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| Aeronautical Decision Making - Cockpit Resource Management |
JAN 1989 |
178 pages |
| Authors:
Richard S. Jensen; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| Aviation accident data indicate that the majority of aircraft mishaps are due to judgment error. This training manual is part of a project to develop materials and techniques to help improve pilot decision making. Training programs using prototype versions of these materials have demonstrated substantial reductions in pilot error rates. The results of such tests were statistically significant and ranged from approximately 10% to 50% fewer mistakes. This manual is ... |
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| Aeronautical Decision Making for Air Ambulance Helicopter Pilots: Learning from Past Mistakes |
JUL 88 |
46 pages |
| Authors:
R. J. Adams; J. L. Thompson; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The following materials are based upon actual helicopter air ambulance accidents. They focus on the importance of decision making and judgement during all phases of flight. Improving safety is a shared responsibility between hospital administrators, vendors, chief pilots, head nurses, pilots, air medics, dispatchers and physicians. It is to everyones advantage to establish and support an operational frame of reference that will ensure safety. These accident synopses are the first ... |
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| Aeronautical Decision making for Commercial Pilots |
JUL 88 |
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| Authors:
Richard S. Jensen; Janeen Adrion; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| Aviation accident data indicate that the majority of aircraft mishaps are due to judgement error. This training manual is part of a project to develop materials and techniques to help improve pilot decision making. Training programs using prototype versions of these materials have demonstrated substantial reductions in pilot error rates. The result of such tests were statistically significant and ranged from approximately 10% to 50% fewer mistakes. This manual is ... |
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| Aeronautical Decision Making for Air Ambulance Helicopter Pilots: Situational Awareness Exercises |
JUL 88 |
42 pages |
| Authors:
R. J. Adams; J. L. Thompson; SYSTEMS CONTROL TECHNOLOGY INC ARLINGTON VA
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| The following materials are based upon actual helicopter air ambulance accidents. They cover four broad accident types most recently associated with aeromedical accidents: night flying, weather, obstacle strikes, and mechanical failures. Three types of information are included for each accident type. These are: introductory/background material to provide you with the historical importance and frequency of each accident type; training knowledge that should be learned in order to avoid mistakes of ... |
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