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Old 25th Jan 2011, 18:51
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fijdor
 
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Land as soon as possible.

Taken from the B212 FM.

JD


3-2. DEFINITIONS
Following terms indicate degree of urgency in
landing helicopter.

LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE — Land
without delay at nearest suitable area (i.e.,
open field) at which a safe approach and
landing is reasonably assured.

LAND AS SOON AS PRACTICAL — Duration of
flight and landing site are at discretion of pilot.
Extended flight beyond nearest approved
landing area is not recommended.
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