Helicopter Pilot Heat Stress
We are trying to formulate some guidelines for our pilots when operating on very hot or very humid days, re: hydration, fatigue, effects of heat stress on cognitive skill levels etc. I know there has been some work done by the military for fighters but is there any helo research? Do other operators have heat policies? Do pilots feel heat stressed on 35+ degree C days? I think this is an issue that is being overlooked but as usual we just get in and do it but man is hot!! in the glasshouse some days!
Thanks for your thoughts,
Cuppa Joe