AMBULANCE SERVICE OF NEW SOUTH WALES EUROCOPTER 145 CABIN STAFF SYLLABI AND TRAINING NOTES (2010)

Index

GROUND SCHOOL SYLLABUS

FLYING TRAINING SYLLABUS

TRAINING AIMS SYLLABUS

PART ONE

Section 1

Aircraft Description

Section 2

Principals of Flight

Section 3

Operations - General

Section 4

Emergency Procedures

PART TWO

Section 1

Duties and Responsibilities

Section 2

Airmanship

Section 3

Role Equipment

Section 4

Winching Procedures - Normal

Section 5

Winching Procedures - Emergency

Section 6

Night Winching Operations

Section 7

Confined Area Operations

Section 8

Hover Exit/Entry Procedures

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GROUND TRAINING CABIN STAFF

General

Classification of Cabin Staff

Introduction.

a. Ambulance Rescue Crewperson

The training specified below applies to client staff

A member of the flight crew other than a pilot, who is

employed as Ambulance Rescue Crewpersons

qualified and proficient in the operation of equipment

(ARC), Medical Crewpersons (MC) and Medical

and techniques necessary to be dispatched from a

Attendants (MA).

helicopter (by the most appropriate means) to a

person in distress and to render the necessary aid

Details for the initial training of cabin staff for

prior to evacuation by the most appropriate means in

winching, SAR, emergency medical service, and

the EMS role. Ambulance Rescue Crewpersons are

passenger carrying operations are contained in this

qualified Medical Attendants.

part.

CHC training staff are to ensure that a

satisfactory level of airmanship, CRM and

b. Medical Crewperson

operational technique is achieved and retained at all

times.

A member of the flight crew other than a pilot, who is

qualified and proficient in the operation of equipment

The success of any flight where cabin staff are

and techniques necessary to be dispatched from a

required to be utilised depends, in the main, on good

helicopter (by the most appropriate means) to a

crew cooperation. Short, precise and standard

person or persons in distress and to render the

intercommunication is vital in order to achieve good

necessary aid prior to evacuation by the most

crew coordination. All crew members under training

appropriate means in the EMS role. Medical

are to be directed to use standard, unambiguous

Crewpersons are qualified Medical Attendants.

phrases and not general chatter that may lead to

confusion.

Caution: MC’s are not qualified to conduct water

rescue operations.

A separate LC and certificate of competence is

required to each type of aircraft in which a person

c. Medical Attendant

acts as a crew member. However, a candidate

whose certificate of competence has lapsed on one

A member of the flight crew other than a pilot who is

aircraft type but is current on another company type

qualified and proficient, in the role of medical

may have a one-off extension approved by the Chief

passenger retrieval, transport and control.

Pilot, depending on recency and overall experience.

Note: Primary response may require hover

Training Times.

disembarkation / embarkation procedures.

The time stated for the following training modules is

based on a student having no previous experience

as Cabin Staff. The Senior Aircrewman shall review

the backg0round of all Cabin Staff to determine the

training required to release them to the line in a

particular role.

Training References

• ASNSW Training Notes

• CHC Operations Manual - Flight Ops

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Ambulance Rescue Crewperson - 3 days

a. Prerequisites.

• ASNSW Standards

b. Ground School.

Aircraft Description

Emergency Procedures

• aircraft general;

• distress and urgency calls

• entry / exit points / procedures;

• forced landing procedures

• radios and intercom systems;

• ditching procedures and

• fuselage structure;

• cabin / baggage compartment fire

• flight controls;

• weight and balance;

Airmanship

• power plant; and

• power train.

• definition;

• teamwork;

Principles of Flight

• crew communication; and

• situational awareness.

• configuration and control;

• hovering and forward flight;

Role Equipment

• autorotation; and

• blade sailing.

• pre/post flight inspections & maintenance;

• correct fitment of role equipment;

Duties and Responsibilities

• stretchers;

• tag line kit;

• scope of the ARC role;

• combination hypothermia strop;

• Civil Aviation Orders; and

• hi line kit;

• CHC Operations Manual

• quick splice plate;

• double extension strap;

Aircraft Husbandry

• equipment strap;

• karabiners;

• aircraft cleanliness

• single point restraint and associated

connectors;

Refuelling Procedures

• hand held search light;

• hand held DF

• aircraft earthing requirements;

• safety harness;

• refuelling with passengers onboard; and

• capewell quick release;

• hot refuelling - crew duties.

• life jacket;

• life raft;

Fire Procedures

• pyrotechnics; and

• personnel equipment - flight helmet, surface

• extinguisher classification and rating;

swimmer equipment, etc.

• extinguisher checks;

• extinguisher use;

Rescue Hoist

• fire fighting considerations;

• location of extinguishers;

• capabilities;

• standard marshalling signal (aircraft fire)

• limitations;

• fire during refuelling; and

• other types of aircraft fires.

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Winching Procedures - Normal

Confined Area Operations

• when to winch;

• single/double angle approaches;

• crew qualifications;

• PSWAT checks - rationale; and

• winch currency;

• aircraft clearances and;

• training limitations;

• ARC responsibilities.

• winching areas;

• the winch circuit;

Patient Care

• crew duties;

• communications;

• loading/unloading(single/double patient);

• key words;

• communications;

• methods of recovery;

• equipment stowage and use;

single strop lift (dry/wet);

• care of children and escorts;

double lift (dry/wet);

hypothermia strop lift;

Hover Exit/Entry Procedures

stretcher lift (dry);

winching to vessels;

• rationale

hi line transfer;

• technique

• RADAR / HF transmissions during winching

operations (RADHAZ);

• static electricity considerations; and

• crew hand signals.

Winching procedures - Emergency

• minor aircraft emergencies;

• major aircraft emergencies;

• emergency commands;

• winch emergencies (information only);

fouled cable;

intercom failure - hover/run in;

runaway cable;

emergency cut;

stoppage; and

pendulum dampening / stretcher spin

Night Winching Operations

• aircraft/crew requirements;

• night winching over land.

Winching Procedures - Static Training

• Perform winch hook up and presentation

for security inspections;

• Disconnect from wander lead and exit

aircraft on winch hook (clean, equipment &

double)

• Perform winch hook up and aircraft entry

(clean, equipment, double, hypo &

stretcher);

Minimum evolutions for each of above shall be

three (3);

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Medical Crewperson - 2 day

a. Prerequisites.

• ASNSW Standards

b. Ground School.

Aircraft Description

Emergency Procedures

• aircraft general;

• forced landing procedure; and

• aircraft entry / exit points / procedures;

• ditching procedures;

• radios and intercom systems;

• cabin / baggage compartment fire

• fuselage structure;

• flight controls;

Airmanship

• weight and balance;

• power plant; and

• definition;

• power train.

• teamwork;

• crew communication; and

Principles of Flight

• situational awareness.

• configuration and control;

Role Equipment

• hovering and forward flight;

• autorotation; and

• pre/post flight inspections and maintenance;

• blade sailing.

• correct fitment of role equipment;

• stretchers;

Duties and Responsibilities

• tag line kit;

• combination hypothermia strop;

• scope of the MC role;

• Hi Line kit

• Civil Aviation Orders; and

• quick splice plate;

• CHC Operations Manual

• double extension strap;

• equipment strap;

Aircraft Husbandry

• karabiners;

• single point restraint and associated

• aircraft cleanliness

connectors;

• hand held search light;

Refuelling Procedures

• safety harness;

• capewell quick release;

• aircraft earthing requirements;

• life jacket;

• refuelling with passengers onboard; and

• life raft;

• hot refuelling - crew duties.

• personnel equipment - flight helmet, etc.

Fire Procedures

Rescue hoist

• extinguisher classification and rating;

• capabilities;

• extinguisher checks;

• limitations;

• extinguisher use;

• fire fighting considerations;

• location of extinguishers;

• standard marshalling signal (aircraft fire);

• fire during refuelling; and

• other types of aircraft fires.

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Winching Procedures - Normal

Winching Procedures - Static Training

• when to winch;

• Perform winch hook up and presentation for

• crew qualifications;

security inspections;

• winch currency;

• Disconnect from wander lead and exit

• training limitations;

aircraft on winch hook (clean, equipment &

• winching areas;

double);

• the winch circuit;

• Perform winch hook up and aircraft entry

• crew duties;

(clean, equipment & stretcher);

• communications;

• key words;

Minimum evolutions for each of above shall be

• methods of recovery;

three (3);

single strop lift (dry);

stretcher lift (dry),

Patient Care

winching to vessels, and

hi line transfer

• loading/unloading(single/double patient);

• RADAR / HF transmissions during winching

• communications;

operations (RADHAZ);

• equipment stowage and use;

• static electricity considerations; and

• care of children and escorts;

• crew hand signals.

Hover Exit/Entry Procedures

Winching Procedures - Emergency

• rationale

• minor aircraft emergencies;

• technique

• major aircraft emergencies;

•

• emergency commands;

• winch emergencies (information only);

fouled cable;

intercom failure - hover/run in;

runaway cable;

emergency cut;

stoppage; and

pendulum dampening / stretcher spin

Night Winching Operations

• aircraft/crew requirements;

• night winching over land.

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Medical Attendant - 1 day

a. Prerequisites.

• ASNSW Standards

b. Ground School

Aircraft Description

Emergency Procedures

• aircraft general;

• forced landing procedures;

• entry / exit points / procedures;

• ditching procedures;

• radios & Intercom systems;

• cabin/baggage compartment fire.

• fuselage structure;

• flight controls;

Airmanship

• weight and balance;

• power plant; and

• definition;

• power train.

• teamwork;

• crew communication; and

Principles of Flight

• situational awareness.

configuration and control;

hovering and forward flight;

Patient Care

autorotation; and

blade sailing.

• loading/unloading(single/double patient);

• communications;

Duties and Responsibilities

• equipment stowage and use;

• care of children and escorts.

• scope of the MA role;

• Civil Aviation Orders; and

Hover Exit/Entry Procedures

• CHC Operations Manual

• rationale

Aircraft Husbandry

• technique

• aircraft cleanliness.

Refuelling Procedures

• aircraft earthing requirements;

• refuelling with passengers onboard; and

• hot refuelling - crew duties.

Fire Procedures

• extinguisher classification and rating;

• extinguisher checks;

• extinguisher use;

• fire fighting considerations;

• location of extinguishers;

• standard marshalling signal (aircraft fire);

• fire during refuelling; and

• other types of aircraft fires.

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Conversion to New Type

Examinations

Introduction

• Examinations to test candidate’s knowledge

following the ground school will be taken

Conversion to new type training will be necessary

from the Cabin Staff Question Book (Library

where cabin staff are required to perform crew duties

TRNG 100) held by the FSD. The pass in all

in an aircraft type on which they have not been

exams is 90%, corrected to 100%, by the

qualified before. On completion of conversion to

TACM.

type training cabin staff are to successfully complete

• Emergency Survival Check (ESC)

a check prior to commencing operations.

IAW CAO

20.11 is to be successfully

completed.

Additional ground school training to that detailed

below will be role/contract dependent.

Failure to Achieve Standards

Ground school - 1 day

Candidates who fail to achieve a pass standard on

the ground school examination will be given a

Aircraft Description

revision period and a retest at the discretion of the

TACM. Should the candidate fail a second time the

• ESC;

training is to be suspended and the matter referred

• aircraft general;

to the Senior Aircrewman and the Chief Pilot.

• radios and intercom systems;

• fuselage structure;

• fight controls;

• weight and balance;

• power plant; and

• power train.

Emergency Procedures

• forced landing procedures and

• ditching procedures

Winching Procedures - Static Training

• Perform winch hook up and presentation for

security inspections;

• Disconnect from wander lead and exit

aircraft on winch hook (clean, equipment &

double);

• Perform winch hook up and aircraft entry

(clean, equipment, double, hypo &

stretcher);

Minimum evolutions for each of above shall

be three (3);

Hover Exit/Entry Procedures

• Technique

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General

The flying training requirements will be dependent

on the role and aircraft type on which the

candidate is to be utilised. The TACM is to

ensure that adequate flying training is conducted

so as to meet the role requirements, with

competency standards sufficient to be cleared to

line duties. A line check for the candidate will be

required annually from completion of initial

training.

Following the successful completion of the

ground school phase students may proceed with

the following role flying training. The sortie topics

are listed first followed by the sortie content.

Training References

ASNSW Cabin Staff Training Notes (Library 086);

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Ambulance Rescue Crewperson (ARC)

ARC One -

Confined Area Operations - 1.0 hour

Hover Exit/Entry Procedures

ARC Two -

Single lifts - 1.5 hours

Double lifts

Stretcher lifts

ARC Three - Wet Double lifts - 1.0 hour

Hypothermia strop lifts

ARC Four -

Night Winch - 1.0 hour

Single lifts

Double lifts

Stretcher lift

ARC Five -

Winching Five - Boat Transfers - 1.5 hours

Hi Line transfers

Line Check - Conducted annually from completion of training - 1.0 hour

NOTE: Flight times are based on a student to instructor ratio of 2:1

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AMBULANCE RESCUE CREWPERSON

ARC One -

ARC Two

Confined Area Operations & Hover Exit/Entry

Single Lift, Double Lift & Stretcher Winch

Sortie description

Trainees first flight to practice Confined Area landings and

Trainees first sortie to perform different methods of

practical use of Patter; Hover exit/entry procedures.

recovery by rescue winch.

Area

A suitable Confined Area enabling both single and double

Initially a suitable clear area for winching operations then

angle approaches; and hover exit/entry procedures

a suitable confined winching area with vehicle access.

Duration : 1.0 hr

Duration : 1.5 hrs

Demonstration

Demonstrations

Area Recce.

Single lift winch recovery brief.

Procedure/technique required to achieve safe landings.

Double lift winch recover brief.

Aircraft Clearance procedure/technique

Stretcher lift winch recovery.

Hover Exit/Entry technique.

Operation of the tag line.

Rescue Crewman hand signals.

Student Activity

Aircraft entry/exit technique.

Perform necessary equipment pre flight.

Observe demonstrations.

Student Activity

Provide aircraft clearances to achieve safe confined area

Perform necessary equipment pre flight.

landings.

Observe demonstrations.

Perform Exit/Entry the A/C in the hover

Perform single lift winch recovery.

Perform double lift winch recovery.

Minimum Evolutions

Perform stretcher lift winch recovery.

Two (2) Confined Area approaches/landings to a large

Perform the duties of the tag line attendant.

area.

Deliver tag line attendant briefing.

Two (2) Confined Area approaches/landings to a more

confined area.

Minimum Evolutions

Two (2) Hover Exit / Entry

Two (2) single lift recoveries.

One (1) high winch no higher than 50 feet

Requirements

Two (2) double lift recoveries.

2 x wander leads and single point restraint.

Two (2) stretcher lift recoveries.

Instructor will have over-riding authority of the Con at all

Two (2) tag line attendant tasks.

times.

Requirements

Emergencies

Rescue strop.

ACM intercom failure during one approach.

2 x wander leads and single point restraint.

An approved stretcher with tag line kit.

Assessment

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff, Annex C.

Training dummy.

Emergencies

Practice in flight cabin/boot fire.

Assessment

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff, Annex C.

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ARC Three

ARC Four

Wet - Double Lift & Hypothermia Lift

Night Winch - Single Lift, Double Lift & Stretcher lift

Sortie description

Trainees first sortie to perform different methods of

Trainees first night winching sortie.

recovery from the water by rescue winch.

Area

A suitably clear area for night operations with vehicle

Suitable wet winching area.

access.

Duration : 1.0 hr

Demonstration

Demonstrations

Aircraft exit/entry technique.

Aircraft light signals.

Wet double lift recovery.

Use of aircraft internal lighting.

Hypothermia strop lift recovery.

Student Activity

Perform necessary equipment pre flight.

Observe demonstrations.

Perform single, double and stretcher lifts by night.

Perform single lift water recovery by rescue winch.

Perform tag line attendant duties by night.

Perform double lift water recovery by rescue winch.

Perform double lift water recovery utilising the

Minimum Evolutions

hypothermia strop.

Two (2) double lift recoveries.

One (10 stretcher lift recovery.

Minimum Evolutions

Two (2) double lift water recoveries.

Requirements

Two (3) hypothermia strop water recoveries.

Rescue Strop.

2 x wander leads and single point restraint.

Requirements

An approved rescue stretcher with tag line kit.

Rescue strop.

Training dummy.

Hypothermia strop.

2x wander leads and single point restraint.

Emergencies

Aircraft wet deck.

Nil practice.

Liferaft.

Safety boat with suitably briefed crew in two-way

Assessment

communications with the aircraft/safety swimmer.

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff, Annex C.

Emergencies

Nil practice.

Assessment

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff, AnnexC.

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ARC Five

LINE CHECK - ARC

Boat Transfer / Hi Line Transfer

(Annually from completion of training)

Sortie description

Trainees first flight to perform boat transfer techniques

Trainee to carry out Line Check. See Section 8.12,

and Hi Line transfers to a vessel under way.

Competency Check - Cabin Staff, Annex A for content.

Area

As necessary.

Initially a suitable dry winching area with vehicle access

then a suitable wet winching area.

Duration : 1.5 hrs

Duration : 1.0 hr

Demonstration

Boat transfer technique.

Demonstrations

Hi Line transfer technique.

Nil.

Student Activity

Perform necessary equipment pre flight.

See Section 8.12, Competency Checks, Annex A for

Observe demonstration.

content.

Perform boat transfer technique.

Perform Hi Line transfer technique.

Requirements

As dictated by the Training Staff.

Minimum Evolutions

Three (3) Boat transfers (live).

Emergencies

Two (2) Hi Line transfers (live).

As directed by Training Staff.

Requirements

Assessment

Rescue strop.

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff, Annex C.

2 x wander leads and single point restraint.

Correctly configured Hi Line kit.

Suitable vessel in two communications with the aircraft.

Emergencies

Nil practice.

Assessment

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff, Annex C.

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MEDICAL CREWPERSON

MC One

MC Two

Live Winch & Hover Exit/Entry

Stretcher winch

Sortie description

Trainees first flight to perform different methods of

Trainees first sortie to perform a stretcher winch recovery.

deployment and recovery by rescue winch; Hover

exit/entry procedures.

Area

Initially a suitable clear area for winching operations then

Area

a suitable confined winching area with vehicle access.

A suitable clear area for winching operations with vehicle

access.

Duration : 1.0 hr

Demonstrations

Static aircraft entry/stretcher technique

Demonstrations

Hand signals

Static aircraft exit/entry techniques

Static winch procedures/brief

Student Activity

Hand signals

Perform static stretcher lift

Hover exit/entry techniques

Perform stretcher lift winch recovery

Student Activity

Minimum Evolutions

Perform necessary static winch procedures

Two (2) stretcher lift winch recoveries

Observe demonstrations

Perform single lift winch recovery

Requirements

Perform single with equipment pack

An approved stretcher with tag line kit

Perform Exit/Entry the A/C in the hover

Training dummy

2 x wander leads and single point restraint

Minimum Evolutions

Two (2) single lift recoveries

Emergencies

One (1) high winch no higher than 50 feet

Nil practice

Two (2) lifts with equipment pack

Two (2) hover exit/entry procedures

Assessment

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff Annex

Requirements

Assessment

Equipment Strap

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff, Annex C.

Suitable role equipment bag

2 x Wander leads and single point restraint

MC Two - MC - Stretcher winch

Emergencies

Sortie description

Nil practice

Trainees first sortie to perform a stretcher winch recovery.

Assessment

Area

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff, Annex C.

Initially a suitable clear area for winching operations then

a suitable confined winching area with vehicle access.

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MC Three - Night Winch

MC Four

Single Lift & Stretcher Lift

Boat/Hi Line Transfers

Sortie description

Trainees first night winching sortie.

Trainees first Boat/ Hi Line Transfer sortie to a vessel

underway.

Area

A company surveyed area for night operations with

Area

vehicle access.

As required

Duration : 1.0 hr

Demonstrations

Aircraft light signals

Boat Transfers

Use of aircraft internal lighting

Hi Line Transfers

Use of down the wire lighting

Student Activity

Perform necessary equipment pre flight

Perform single, double and stretcher lifts by night

Observe demonstrations

Perform Boat Transfer technique

Minimum Evolutions

Perform Hi Line Transfer technique

One (1) stretcher lift recovery

Minimum Evolutions

Requirements

Three (3) Boat transfers

An approved rescue stretcher with tag line kit

Two (2) Hi Line transfers

Training dummy

2 x Wander leads and single point restraint.

Requirements

2 x Wander leads and single point restraint.

Emergencies

Correctly configured Hi Line Kit

Nil practice

Suitable vessel in two-way communications with the

aircraft

Assessment

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff Annex C.

Emergencies

Nil practice

Assessment

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff Annex C

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LINE CHECK - (Annually from completion of training)

Sortie description

Trainee to carry out Line Check. See Section 8.12,

Competency Check - Cabin Staff, Annex A for content.

Area

A suitable dry winching area with vehicle access.

Duration : 1.0 hr

Demonstrations

Nil.

Student Activity

See Section 8.12, Competency Checks, Annex A for

content.

Requirements

As dictated by the Training Staff.

Emergencies

As directed by Training Staff.

Assessment

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff, Annex C.

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MEDICAL ATTENDANT

MA One

LINE CHECK -

Aircraft familiarisation

(Annually from completion of training)

Sortie description

Trainees first aircraft familiarisation flight

Trainee to carry out Line Check. See Section 8.12,

Competency Check - Cabin Staff, Annex A for content.

Area

As required

Area

A suitable local area and confined area site

Demonstrations

Use of ICS & Client radios

Duration : 0.5 hr

Use of cabin and medical lighting

Patient & passenger control

Demonstrations

Aircraft clearances in confined areas

Nil.

Hover embark / disembarkation

Primary site considerations

Student Activity

See Section 8.12, Competency Checks, Annex A for

Student Activity

content.

Perform necessary equipment pre flight

Requirements

Observe demonstrations

As dictated by the Training Staff.

Utilise ICS/ Radio and lighting systems

Demonstrate passenger & patient control

Emergencies

Give aircraft clearances in confined areas

As directed by Training Staff.

Perform exit/entry the A/C in the hover

Assessment

Minimum Evolutions

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff, Annex

Two (2) Confined area landings

Two (2) Hover exit/entry

Requirements

2 x Wander leads and single point restraint.

Suitable role equipment bag

Emergencies

Nil practice

Assessment

In accordance with Section 1, Training Staff Annex C.

All ASNSW Cabin Staff on successful completion of

training are qualified to act as Medical Attendants on

that aircraft type. Emergencies as directed by

Training Staff.

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Conversion to New Type

The flying training required will be dependant on the role

and aircraft type on which the candidate is to be utilised.

The TACM is to ensure flying training is conducted to

meet the role requirements and complete a LC. As a

minimum the following must be covered:

Equipment differences;

Emergency procedures; and

Location of Equipment.

Confirmation of Training

The candidate’s successful completion of the relevant

training will require the completion of a Line Check, 12

months from completion of training, for the role in which

he will be employed. The items to be considered in a Line

Check are contained in Sect 8.12, Competency Checks-

Cabin Staff. Annex A-E.

Completion Standards

A candidate must perform the required tasks to attain a

score of at least 3 according to the Training Report

Assessment criteria.

Failure to Achieve Standard

Should a candidate fail to achieve the standard required

during the LC the TACM shall:

• Advise the candidate of the failure;

• Complete the Training Report with comments;

• Conduct one remedial sortie with the candidate; and

• Conduct a Base/Line Check retest.

Should the candidate fail the retest advise the Senior

Aircrewman and Chief Pilot and complete a Training

Report. The Chief Pilot will then give a direction on the

matter

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Training Aims Syllabus

PART ONE

Aircraft Description 1

Aim: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a sound knowledge of the aircraft and its structure.

Principle dimensions

Aircraft Structure - Cabin, doors, engine deck, landing gear and baggage compartment

Entry and Exit procedures

Flight Controls - Cyclic, collective and pedals.

Weight and Balance

Aircraft Description 2

Aim: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a basic knowledge of the aircraft powerplant and

powertrain systems.

Powerplant - Engine operation, engine systems and combining gearbox

Powertrain - Main drive shaft and main transmission

Aircraft Description 3

Aim: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a practical familiarisation of specific aircraft type

equipment.

Review Aircraft - Dimensions, systems, operation of doors, operation of seatbelts, operation of windows

and cabin lighting.

Discuss and review - Communications systems and intercom systems

Discuss and review Equipment - Role equipment, cabin stowage, boot stowage, litter kits and patient

loading/unloading.

Principles of Flight 1

Aim: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a basic knowledge of helicopter aerodynamics and how

the helicopter hovers and flies.

Introduction - Differences between fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft

Configuration and Control - Different helicopter types, aerodynamic definitions, relative airflow, vertical

movement and torque reaction

Hovering and Forward Flight

Principles of Flight 2

Aim: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a basic knowledge of auto-rotations and other

aerodynamic effects, which could endanger the aircraft and crew.

Autorotation - Definition, flight characteristics, hazards and procedures

Blade Sailing - Definition, causes and recovery

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Training Aims Syllabus

Operations - General

Aim: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a working knowledge of aircraft husbandry, refuelling

procedures and fire procedures.

Aircraft husbandry - Cleanliness, storage and care of equipment. Use of ground handling Equipment.

Refuelling procedures - Rotors stopped, rotors running, hand-pump operation and, drum stocks, earthing

the aircraft.

Fire procedures - Extinguisher types, locations, fire during refuelling, other aircraft fires and fires in the

hangar. Smoke and fumes in the aircraft.

Emergency Procedures

Aim: The aim of this module is to provide the Cabin Staff with a sound knowledge of aircraft emergency

procedures, actions in the event of emergencies and escape procedures.

Recognition of an emergency situation - Assisting the pilot during emergencies, MAYDAY and PANPAN

calls.

Crash positions - Personal protection, securing equipment

Forces landing procedures over land - Exiting aircraft, use of survival equipment, assisting passengers,

post-ditching actions.

Ditching procedures - Exiting the aircraft, inflation of life jackets and life rafts.

Aircraft ELT location and operation.

PART TWO

Duties and Responsibilities

Aim: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a sound knowledge of his duties and responsibilities

pertaining to his role in and around the aircraft.

Duty Statement - Responsibilities

Aircraft Marshalling - Requirements as laid down in CAO 20.3

CHC Operations Manual

Airmanship

Aim: The aim of this module is to introduce the Cabin Staff to the principles of airmanship and crew

coordination in a multi crew environment.

The definition of airmanship

Teamwork in the multi crew environment - The importance of good communications

Situational Awareness - The big picture

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Role Equipment

Aim: The aim of this module is to introduce the Cabin Staff to personal and aircraft role equipment and give

him a sound knowledge of the equipment capabilities and limitations.

Role equipment - Practical fitment, operation, pre/post flight inspections

Pyrotechnics - When to use, safety considerations

Personal equipment - Practical fitment, operation, pre/post flight inspections

Winching Procedures - Normal

Aim: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a thorough practical working knowledge of all helicopter

rescue winch procedures and techniques.

General winching considerations - When to winch, crew qualifications, crew currency, training limitations.

The Winch circuit - Rationale

Crew Duties - Emergency commands, executive commands

RADHAZ during rescue winch operations

Corrosion Considerations - Equipment and aircraft

Communications, Key Words and Hand Signals (rationale & description)

Methods of Recovery - Singles, doubles, hypothermia strop, stretcher lifts

Winching to Vessels, Hi Line Procedure

Diver Drop procedure

Winching Procedures - Emergency

Aim: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a practical working knowledge of rescue winch

emergency procedures and techniques.

Introduction to Winching Emergences - Fouled cable, intercom failure, runaway in/out, emergency cut,

winch stoppage; the decision making process, priorities and training limitations.

Minor Emergencies (aircraft) - Recognition, pilot actions, rescue crewman actions.

Major Emergencies (aircraft) - Recognition, notification, actions, hand signals

Emergency commands

Night Winching Operations

Aim: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a sound knowledge of the necessary requirements for

night winching operations.

Night Winch - Aircraft requirements, personal requirements

Over water operations

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Confined Area Operations

Aims: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a sound knowledge of confined area operations and crew

responsibilities pertaining to them.

Introduction - Classification of a Confined Area

Single/Double Angle Approach - Rationale

Aircraft Clearances - Crew Sectors, responsibilities

Communications, key words,

Hover Exit & Entry Procedures

Aims: The aim of this module is to give the Cabin Staff a sound practical working knowledge of Hover Exit &

Entry procedures and techniques.

Introduction - The necessity for a Hover Exit/Entry procedure

Conduct of Hover Exit/Entry procedure - Aircraft positioning, Cabin Staff deplaning/emplaning,

Equipment unload/load

Hover Exit/Entry technique - Cabin preparation, Cabin Staff deplane/emplane position,

Deplane/Emplane technique,

Hover Exit/Entry - Hand signals

Emergency procedures in the hover.

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Aircraft Description

AIRCRAFT GENERAL

General

The EC145 is a twin-engine, multi-purpose helicopter of the 3-4 ton class with up to 10 seats for pilot/s and

passengers. It combines the latest developments, like advanced cockpit design, avionics and sophisticated

electrical system with the rugged and proven design elements of the BK117, as for example the rotor

system. The EC145’s hingeless rotor system with its monolithic titanium hub is proven all over the world,

with the rotor blades improved for higher performance; lower noise and vibrations levels.

The EC145 is equipped with two powerful and reliable Turbomeca Arriel 1E2 engines which, in

combination with its lifting system, provide outstanding performance and vital power reserves even in

oneengine-inoperative scenarios. Twin-engine reliability is complemented by a fully separated fuel system,

a tandem hydraulic system, dual electrical system and redundant lubrication for the main transmission.

Further positive safety aspects of the EC145 are design elements like energy absorbing fuselage and

seats, as well as crash resistant fuel cells. The EC145 allows Cat. A operation up to the level of

performance class 1.

A wide range of optional equipment, like emergency floats, rescue hoist, SX16 search light, load hook, plus

many more is available for the EC145 and can be fitted simultaneously in most cases. Together with its

most versatile cabin layout, the EC145 is ready to take up all sorts of missions, for example Medical

Transport, Search & Rescue, Passenger transport.

Figure 1-1 EC145

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Aircraft Description

Internal dimensions

Performance (ISA) (up to)

- Cabin:

- VNE

150 Kts

• length

3.45 m

- Hovering IGE at MTOW …

2925 m (9600 ft)

• width

1.57 - 1.40 m

- Hovering OGE at MTOW

770 m (2530 ft)

• height

1.28 - 1.23 m

- Rate of climb at MTOW

8.1 m/s (1600 ft/1’)

• volume

6.04 m³

- Service ceiling (AEO at MCP)

5240 m (17200 ft)

• floor resistance ……

600 kg/m²

- Operating temperature ………...………

-45°C to +50°C

• normal density seats

• high density seats

Fuel

- Tank Capacities (Main & Supply)

694 kg / 867.5 lts (1530 lb)

External dimensions

- Width:

Hydraulic system

• rotors turning

11.0 m

- Operating pressure

103 bar

• without rotors (stabilizer span)

3.12 m

- Length:

Main rotor

• rotors turning

13.0 m

• without rotors

10.2 m

- Type

Rigid rotor system

- Height:

- Diameter

11.0 m

• overall, rotors turning

3.96 m

- Number of blades

- Clearances:

- Rpm (100%)

VARTOMS

• MR to ground, rotors turning

3.45 m

- Shaft tilt (forward)

5°

• TR to ground, rotors turning

2.0 m

- Direction of rotation

CCW, viewed from above

Noise (ICAO Annex 16 / FAR part 36)

Tail rotor

- Flyover

87.2/87.2 db

- Type

Semi-rigid system

- Approach

91.3/91.3 db

- Diameter

1.96 m

- Take-off

88.0/87.9 db

- Number of blades

- Rpm (100%)

VARTOMS

Weight

- Direction of rotation

CW, viewed from left

- Basic empty (Standard Configuration) ..…….……………. 1792 kg

Engine

- Minimum flyable

1750 kg

- Take off

3585 kg

- Manufacturer

Turbomeca

- Model

Arriel 1E2

Landing gear

- Type

Free turbine turboshaft

- Average fuel consumption (MTOW)

254 kg/hr

- Skid width

2.40 m

- Length

1.19 m

- Ground Clearance:

- Height ……………

0.70 m

• Front Cross tube

506 mm

- Width ………………………………………………………… 0.49 m

• Aft Cross tube

390 mm

- Weight (dry)

125 kg

- Slope Limitation:

• Ground sloping down to the left …...…………………….. Max. 11°

Transmission ratings

• Ground sloping down to the right …...…………...………... Max. 6°

• Ground sloping nose up …………………………...……….. Max. 8°

- AEO Take off power (TOP)

776 kW (1040 shp)

• Ground sloping nose down (if terrain allows) ...…...……... Max. 8°

- AEO Max continuous power (MCP)

632 kW (848 shp)

- OEI 2.5 min power

551 kW (739 shp)

- OEI Max continuous power

404 kW (542 shp)

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Aircraft Description

STRUCTURE

General

The fuselage’s primary structure consists mainly of sheet metal. The cabin frame, bottom shell, doors,

engine cowlings and access panels are made of composite material

The cockpit, the front section of the fuselage, includes the pilot (RH) and the co-pilot (LH) side by side

seating positions, adjustable crashworthy seats, transparencies (windows), the instrument panel, flight

controls, and a forward opening hinged door on each side.

The cabin composes of the middle to rear section of the fuselage. The cabin includes the passenger

seating area, a sliding door on each side, the floor fuel tanks housing, the transmission and engine deck.

The tail boom mounting cone, the final part of the fuselage, is where the tail unit attaches to the main

fuselage structure.

The remaining parts of the EC145 structure, includes;

• Lifting System

• Power Plant

• Flight Control System

• Cowlings & Fairings

• Tail Unit

• Landing Gear

Figure 1-3 EC145 Structure

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Doors and Windows

General

The helicopter fuselage is fitted with six doors to provide access to the cockpit, cabin and cargo

compartment.

The entrance doors are:

• Two cockpit doors

• Two passenger doors

• Two clamshell doors

Cockpit doors

Access to the cockpit is provided on each side through large doors, which are hinged on the forward edge

(Figure 1-4). A crew entrance step is built into the skid landing gear. The cockpit door windows incorporate

a small sliding window, where it can be held by friction in the selected open position on the rails. The rear

part of the doors contains the locking mechanism, consisting of the exterior and interior door handles.

Integrated locks in the outer handles can lock the cockpit doors.

Figure 1-4A Cockpit Door (Locked)

Figure 1-4B Cockpit Door (Unlocked)

Figure 1-4C Cockpit Door Internal (Unlocked)

NOTE:

Caution must be exercised when closing the cockpit doors as not to allow them to slam

shut

against the fuselage. Positive control of the door must be maintained at all times

and the handle opened against spring pressure whilst closing the door as not to damage

door lugs.

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Aircraft Description

In an emergency, the cockpit doors may be jettisoned by opening the door handle first. Identify jettison

lever (A-Pillar) and push downwards; the lever pulls the cable to unlock the pins from the collar bushings,

the cockpit door can be pushed out from the cabin structure. The jettison lever is safe-tied with snap wire to

prevent accidental operation. (Figure 1-5)

Figure 1-5 Emergency Jettison Lever

Sliding Doors

The sliding plug style door (Fig 1-6) on each side is opened and closed with the exterior door handle or the

interior door handles, and their associated lock mechanism. The sliding door can be secured in either the

closed/opened position, or an intermediate open position by the means of an integrated locking pin.

Located on the internal upper forward leading edge allows the crew to select and lock the door in the half

open or fully open position.

Figures 1-6 Sliding Cargo Doors

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NOTE:

Prior to opening the sliding doors, it is critical that maintenance access steps and the fuel

filler hatch are secured. In addition the deck on the sponsons is to be clear of obstructions.

Opening of the sliding doors externally requires the door firstly to be unlocked (Fig 1-6A), where the handle

(located at the rear of the door) can be pulled upwards (Fig 1-6B). Which allows the door to move out from

the fuselage and tracked aft to the desired locked position (Fig 1-6C). .

Figure 1-6A

Figure 1-6B

Figure 1-6C

Closing the sliding doors externally may require the operator to firstly unlock the door from the selected

position by releasing the interior locking pin. Whilst rolling the door forward, the operator must rotate the

handle rearwards (to recess the locking lugs) gently allowing the door to “plug in” then rotate the handle

down into the locked position.

Opening the door from the inside requires the operator to pull upwards on the internal forward or aft handle

to the vertical position, then allowing the door to un-plug and track back to the desired locking position.

Figure 1-6D

Figure 1-6E

Closing the sliding door from the inside requires the operator to initially unlock the door from the locking

pin. When tracking the door forwards, it’s recommended the operator grabs both handles in the vertical

position and ‘plugs’ the door closed (Fig 1-6D). Once plugged, rolling forwards on the handle(s) to the

horizontal position will complete the locking (Fig 1-E).

NOTE:

Do not attempt to force the doors closed if resistance is experienced. Stop, look and

endeavour to identify the problem, or ask for assistance.

CAUTION:

The IAS must be below 60Kts (paying particular notice to crew and cabin security) prior to

opening the cabin sliding door. Aerodynamic pressure assists greatly in the opening of the

doors in flight, hence the need for total positive control of the door. It is recommended that

the door be closed as soon as possible upon rotation, as aerodynamic pressure will hinder

the closing of the door as airspeed increases.

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In an emergency situation both sliding doors can be jettisoned either externally or internally. To jettison at

both positions, pull the release handle centrally located at the upper windowsill (Fig 1-7A & 1-7B); followed

by pulling either door handle rewards more than 90° to the open position. This sequence will release the

internal cables, allowing the sliding door to be removed from the cabin structure.

Fig 1-7A (External Release)

Fig 1-7B (Internal Release)

Clam Shell Doors

The Clam Shell doors are designed to allow patients or cargo to enter the cabin effortlessly, due to the

hinged doors expanding wide open and the lowered aft cabin floor.

The Clam Shell doors are constructed from Kevlar composites. Two hinges are attached to the forward

edge of each cargo door by screws, which connect the cargo doors to the main fuselage structure. Three

locking devices are installed on the aft edge of the RH cargo door; and clasp the mating sleeves on the aft

edge of the LH cargo door when the doors are closed. A gas strut as been installed on both doors for

holding open the unlatched cargo doors. The centre latch has a lock and is secured with a key.

Figure 1-8A Opening Latch (1)

Figure 1-8B Opening Latch (2)

Figure 1-8C Closing Latch

Figure 1-8 Clam Shell Doors

NOTE:

Its recommended when opening and closing the doors, the centre latch is fastened initially

when closing or released last when opening. This will ensure the upper and lower latches

align correctly, and alleviate the doors from buckling.

WARNING:

DUE TO SAFETY MEASURES, ACCESS TO CABIN VIA THE CLAM SHELL DOORS IS

PROHIBITED WHILST THE ENGINES ARE OPERATING.

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Aircraft Description

Entry and Exit

Entry and Exit to/from the aircraft is to be via the 3 and 9 o’clock positions and only after the pilot /

crewman has given a thumbs up signal by day or landing light off then on by night.

Sloping ground will also need to be considered whilst approaching or departing the aircraft, if the situation

occurs; exit and enter from either the 3 or 9 o’clock descending terrain.

All items carried in to or out of the aircraft are to be kept below shoulder height; and secure all loose items.

Figure 1-9 Approach and Departure Path

Figure 1-10 Approach and Departure Path - Sloping Ground

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Aircraft Description

Landing Gear

The landing gear assembly consist of two skids and two arched cross tubes of formed aluminium alloy,

fastened together with skid shoes and attaching hardware. The assembly is attached to the lower fuselage

structure with fittings at four points. It carries the weight of the helicopter on the ground and also designed

to absorb landing loads.

In its basic configuration, the landing gear is equipped with parallel skids for landings on prepared surfaces.

A skid track of 2.4 m provides the helicopter with good stability on the ground. Two entrance steps, which

are cross tube-mounted above the skid shoes, are provided to give boarding assistance to crew members

and passengers.

To meet changing ground conditions, the landing gear has been fitted with Settling Protectors, where it

prevents the aircraft sinking into soft surfaces. Whilst attached to Left-hand entrance step is a Multi-

Purpose Carrier for the Nitesun.

Due to the limited cabin space for non-medical equipment, the manual fuel-drum pump has also been

incorporated into the landing gear’s entrance step tube (Fig 1-11B) and Settling Protector (Fig 1-11C)

Figure 1-11B

Figure 1-11A Landing Gear

Figure 1-11C

FLIGHT CONTROLS

General

Adjusting the angle of incidence of the main rotor blades and the tail rotor blades controls the flight of the

EC145.

Three types of controls are necessary to fly the helicopter:

• Collective control

• Cyclic control

• Tail rotor control.

The control inputs from the pilot are transferred via ball bearing control cables to the hydraulic unit, where

they are boosted and embedded to the mixing lever assembly. The mixing lever assembly transfers the

inputs to the swash plate and from there directly to the main rotor blade.

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Aircraft Description

Collective Control

Changing the angle of incidence equally on all four main rotor blades increases or decreases the main rotor

thrust. This is called collective control.

Cyclic Control

Adjusting this angle periodically within one rotation of blade tilts the resulting lifting force, caused by all four

blades, out of the vertical axis, i.e. a horizontal force component is created. The helicopter will tilt and move

in the direction of the horizontal force. This is called cyclic control. Cyclic control consists of lateral control

(LH and RH movement) and longitudinal control (forward and backward movement).

Tail Rotor Control

The tail rotor control is in principle the same as the collective control of the main rotor system. Adjusting the

angle of incidence of the two blades collectively varies the thrust, reacting against the main rotor torque.

The helicopter stands still in hover, if these two forces are equal. If not, the helicopter will turn around its

yaw axis.

Figure 1-12 Flight Controls

WEIGHT AND BALANCE

General

Proper weight and balance control to ensure that the helicopter CG is within prescribed limits is essential.

Failure to load the helicopter so that it is within CG limits and then maintain helicopter CG within allowable

limits during flight may result in insufficient control capability and unsafe flight conditions.

All calculations to determine helicopter CG are based on the weight of items loaded on the

helicopter, and the item’s location in the helicopter in relation to the reference datum lines.

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Aircraft Description

POWERPLANT

Introduction

The helicopter is powered by two Turbomeca ARRIEL 1E2 turbo shaft engines, which are of the free

turbine type. Engine power is transmitted to the main transmission via independent drive systems. The

twin-engine reliability is complemented by a fully separated fuel system, a tandem hydraulic system, dual

electrical systems and a redundant lubrication system for the main transmission.

The engines are located in separate fireproof compartments aft of the main transmission and above the

passenger/cargo compartment. The engines are turbo shafts, with single-stage axial and centrifugal

compressors, annular combustors, a two-stage gas producer and a single-stage free power turbine.

Figure 1-13 Turbomeca Arriel 1E2

General

The engines are mounted side by side on the engine deck with the left engine (facing forward) designated

as No. 1 and the right engine as No. 2.

Each engine is equipped with its own air management, fuel, starting and ignition, lubrication, and fire

protection systems.

The engines may be started using either airframe battery power or external power, and are capable of each

producing 776 kW (1040 shp) at Take off power (TOP) under All Engines Operating (AEO) ISA.

Engine Operation

Air, drawn in through the engine air inlet, is compressed and directed to the combustion chamber. Fuel is

added and ignited to produce hot exhaust gas, which is directed against a turbine wheel.

Exhaust gas exiting the N1 turbine wheel is directed against another turbine wheel, which is connected by

shafting to the input module of the main transmission.

Each engine is started and operated separately. Sprague clutches allow either one or both engines to be

disengaged from the main transmission in the event of an engine failure to allow for auto-rotative descent.

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Figure 1-14 Turbomeca Arriel 1E2 Cross section

Gearbox - Reduction & Accessory Assembly

The reduction gearbox is the aft supporting structure of the engine. The gas supplied from the gas

generator is directed to the power turbine, which drives the reduction gearbox. In the reduction gearbox

the RPM is reduced, the torque measured and the power transmitted forward to the power output flange.

The accessory gearboxes are mounted to the forward end of each engine, where its primary operation is to

drive the hydraulic pump and oil cooling fan.

Figure 1 - 15 Reduction & Accessory Gearboxes

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Aircraft Description

POWERTRAIN

Introduction

The powertrain of the EC145 distributes engine power to drive the helicopter’s main and tail rotor systems

and numerous required subsystems. The powertrain includes the main drive shaft, main transmission,

main rotor mast, and tail rotor drive system. The tail rotor drive transmits the power from the main rotor

transmission to the 50° angle intermediate transmission through the front short drive and the long drive

shaft. From there it is routed upward to the 90° angle tail rotor transmission by the intermediate shaft. Both

gearboxes are oil splash lubricated (Fig 1-16).

General

Engine power is transmitted to the main transmission via the input modules. The transmission, through

additional gearing, drives the tail rotor drive system.

Main Transmission

The main transmission is a two-stage flat design gearbox. The first stage, also called the input bevel gear

stage, consists of engine drive shafts, free-wheel clutches, bevel gear shafts and bevel gears to deflect the

power flow. The second stage, also called collector gear stage, consists of a collector gear, bevel gear

shafts and bevel gears that form the interface to the input bevel gear stage. The main transmission

provides output power for the main rotor, the tail rotor, the hydraulic system pumps and the oil cooling fans.

A freewheeling unit, located at each main transmission input, permits either one or both engines to be

disengaged from the main transmission. The freewheeling units will disengage both engines during

autorotation, one engine for single engine operation, or any time engine drive shaft RPM is below the RPM

of the driven shaft in the main transmission.

Figure 1-16

Power-train System

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Aircraft Description

CABIN LAYOUT

NOTE:

Cabin layout descriptions within this section may vary when compared to a non-winch

equipped aircraft.

Cabin Seating

The rear cabin comprises two Aerolite swivel seats and one removable fold-down crew seat. The Aerolite

seats comprise a four-point harness and inertia reel restraint system. The Aerolite crew seat will track fore

and aft, and will also swivel by lifting the appropriate handle. Should the handle be released during the

swivel action, the seat will lock itself in position every 30 degrees.

For the Aerolite seats to track and swivel properly, it is imperative that the aircraft floor be regularly cleaned

and vacuumed free of dirt and dust.

NOTE:

Do not force the seats into position - if difficult to move, investigate the problem or ask for

assistance from the Aircrew. Look for obstructions prior to swivelling the seats - i.e. Winch

Pendants, Nav Bags, and Hand-Held Searchlights etc. Track Seats further away

from the obstruction if required prior to swivelling.

CAUTION:

Ensure the Aerolite swivel seat have engaged and locked correctly within the floor

tracks following their repositioning.

Figure 1-17 Aerolite Swivel Seat

Figure 1-18 Operating Handles - Swivel / Track

The fold-down side facing troop seat and interface frame can be installed and removed via the quick

release seat studs at the three mounting locating. When folded vertically it provides full-allocated tracking

for the RHS medical crew seat.

WARNING:

ENSURE CABIN CONFIGURATION ALLOWS EASY EMERGENCY EGRESS FROM

THE SIDE FACING SEAT. THAT IS, NO OBSTRUCTIONS THAT CAN PREVENT

RAPIDE EVACUATION FROM THE AIRCRAFT - NO STOWAGE UNDER SEAT.

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Figure 1-19 Fold-Down Side Facing Troop Seat (Retracted/Extended)

Communications

The EC145 is fitted with the Becker DVCS 6100, which is a digital audio system (Fig 1-???) There are four

(4) Becker audio control units within the aircraft, two are located in the cockpit’s centre console; whilst the

remaining two are located forward of the cabin’s ceiling.

There are seven (7) drop leads located in the rear cabin, six (6) that associated with the two (2) cabin audio

control units. The single drop lead positioned near the winching station (R/H Cabin Door) is restricted for

the ACM use only. The remaining six (6) drop leads are for the cabin staff or passenger use, four (4) have

full RX/TX intercom or radio authority, where the two (2) basic drop lead style are Intercom use only.

The audio control unit incorporates many functions that allow the aircrew to control Intercom or radios for

their required use. Intercom & radio RX volumes can be independently adjusted to comfort, and with the

voice activated intercom function it gives the aircrew the freedom to be hands-free in high workload

periods.

Refer to the placard communications plan as to which selector drives which radio.

Figure 1-20 Becker DVCU 6100

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ICS - Operating Instructions

Control /

Item

Description

Function

Indicator

8 potentiometer with push-push

On/Off switch for every TX channels and individual

TX1 to TX8 controls

switches

volume adjust for audio monitoring

Indication of individual TX channel status

LED on = channel is preselected for transmission

TX indicators 1 to 8

8 LED.s (green)

LED blinking = transmission is activated

LED blinking = Selective CALL fast is activated

Position 1 to 8 pre selection of TX channel for

transmission

Transmitter selector

Rotary switch with 10 lock positions

Position D selection of 2 predefined TX channels for

switch

dual transmission mode

Position IC intercom PTT mode

IC volume control

Potentiometer

Volume adjustment for intercom

LED on = Speaker is on

SPKR indicator

LED (green)

LED off = Speaker is off

SPKR button

Push-button

On/Off switch for audio monitoring via the speaker

LED on = cockpit and cabin intercom circuits are

isolated

ISOL/CALL indicator

Push-button

LED off = cockpit and cabin intercom circuits are

connected

LED blinking = intercom request CALL is active

Cockpit connect or truncate the cockpit and cabin

intercom circuits

ISOL/CALL button

LED (green)

Cabin initiates an intercom request CALL if the

intercom circuits are truncate

Volume Control

Potentiometer

Main volume control

8 potentiometer with push-push

On/Off switch for every RX channels and individual

RX1 to RX8 Controls

switches

volume adjust for audio monitoring

Momentary switch with 2 key

Switch pressed = selected transmitter is keyed

PTT switch

positions

Switch released = selected channels are monitored

Position NORM = normal operation

BACK-UP switch

Toggle switch with 3 lock positions

Position SLAVED = slave operation

Position BACK-UP = emergency operation

VOX level adjustment

Potentiometer

VOX sensitivity selection

On/Off switch for VOICE filter (for configured -RX

VOICE button

Push-button

channels)

LED on = voice filter is active

VOICE indicator

LED (green)

LED off = voice filter is not active

TEST button

Push-button

Activation of IBIT (test function)

LED on = internal self test is running

TEST indicator

LED (yellow)

LED blinking = the internal self test detected an failure

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Figure 1-21 ICS Drop Lead

NOTE:

Ensure the correct ICS lead is utilised for the function required. If radios are required

ensure the ICS / TX drop lead is utilised.

Fire Extinguishers and First Aid Kits

The aircraft Halon fire extinguishers are located at the rear right hand side of the centre console (Fig 1-22),

and on the right clam-shell door at the lower hinged section (Fig 1-23). The aircraft first aid kit is located in

the LH Settling Protector Stowage Compartment (Fig 1-24).

Figure 1-22

Figure 1-23

Figure 1-24

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Aircraft Description

Emergency Lighting

Emergency exit lighting is provided to illuminate the exits, the stairways and the cabin in case of

an emergency. The exit lights are of rectangular shape with a red inscription EXIT, the stairway

and cabin lights do not have an inscription.

The system comprises the following main components:

• Emergency power pack

• Impact switch

• BAT HOR/EX test switch

• EM/EX LIGHT switch

• EM/EXIT LIGHT switch

• Two exit sign lights at the cabin doors, one exit sign light at the co - pilot’s doors, two

stairway lights and three gimbal cabin ceiling lights (NVG compatible).

The impact switch detects acceleration in two axis (up - down, fore - aft). If a hard landing occurs,

the impact switch triggers the switching on of the emergency lighting. The EM/EX LIGHT switch,

located in the overhead panel, has three positions (OFF, ARM, ON) and controls the emergency

lighting.

The emergency lights are OFF if:

The emergency lights are ON if:

The switch is in OFF position

The switch is in ON position

The switch is in ARM position and normal

The power supply drops below 12 VDC

operation.

The impact switch is activated

The EM/EX LIGHT switch is activated

The switch is in ARM position and one

door is open.

The EM/EX LIGHT switch is installed approximately to the center of the cabin ceiling. The switch

is fluorescent and can be used by the passengers to switch on the emergency lighting in case of

an emergency, independent of the impact switch function.

WARNING:

ACTIVATION OF THE EMERGENCY LIGHTS FOR ANY MEANS OTHER THAN AN

EMERGENCY IS PROHIBITED

Figure 1-25 Cabin Activation

Figure 1-26 Door ‘Exit’ Light

Figure 1-27 Stairway Light

Figure 1-28 Cabin Gimbal Light

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Aircraft Description

Right-Hand Soft Stowage Compartments

Figure 1-30 RH Soft Stowage Compartment

1. Headsets (2)

5. LED Hand-Lamp (2)

2. Cyalume / Sea-Dye Marker

6. Quick Splice Plate

3. Hand-Held Searchlights (2)

7. ICS Drop Lead

4. Multi-Purpose Restraint

8. ICOM Waterproof Mic/Speaker

Left-Hand Soft Stowage Compartments

Figure 1-31 LH Soft Stowage Compartment

1. Passenger Lifejackets (2)

4. Pedi-Mate (Paediatric Harness)

2. Body-Bag

5. Multi-purpose Winch Bag

3. Aircrew HiVis Vest (2)

WARNING:

5KG MAXIMUM SOFT STOWAGE ONLY WITHIN COMPARTMENTS

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Aircraft Description

Left-Hand Cabin Layout

Hard-Points - Max. 3kg

Oxygen Outlet

Becker ICS Control Unit

Sharps Waste

Oxygen Monitor

1. Oxygen Alarm Mute - Switch

Suction Unit &Waste Bin

2. ICS Call - Button

3. Medical Lights - Switch / Dimmer

Soft Stowage Compartment - Max. 1Kg

Hand-Held Searchlight Mounts

ICS Drop Lead Outlet

Medevac II Rescue Stretcher

Medical Airway Bag

Equipment Straps (2)

Winch-Hook Float Ball

Medical-Crew PPE Kit

Patient PPE Kit

Rescue Hypo Strop

Medical Thigh-Pouch (2)

Medical Packs (2)

Figures 1-32 LH Cabin Layout

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Aircraft Description

Hand-Held Searchlights

Temporary Searchlight

Mounts

14 / 28 Volt Aux Outlet

Figures 1-33 LH Searchlight Mount

NOTE:

The right hand bulkhead has no mounting bracket; and requires the RH searchlight

to be stowed or secured by an approved restraint when not in use.

WARNING:

TEMPORARY SEARCHLIGHT MOUNTS ARE NOT TO BE USED DURING TAKE-OFF /

LANDINGS

Wander Leads & Attachments

Two Wander Leads are permanently attached on the cabin ceiling, both are adjacent each other and fixed

centrally down the cabin length. The Wander Lead hard-points are each rated to a maximum of 160kg.

Figure 1-34 RHS Wander Lead

Figure 1-35 LHS Wander Lead

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Aircraft Description

Ceiling Layout

Medical Alert Outlet

Medical strip lights

(Bridge)

Emergency / Cargo

Lights

FWD

Bridge Power Outlet

(14 / 28 Volts)

Ram-Air Vents

(Ambient)

Air Conditioning Vents

Figure 1-36 Ceiling Layout

Cabin Medical Lighting

Either the main aircraft battery can power the cabin medical lighting, or the dedicated ‘stand-by battery’.

The stand-by battery is specifically designed to power the cabin medical lights, and reserve the main

aircraft battery when crews require lighting for patient management and associated cabin activities once

landed. A master switch located in the cockpit overrides the cabin medical lights switch and dimmer

(Figure 1-38). The aircraft Captain or Aircrewman will control the master switch upon the medical crews

request, at this point the medical crew may also need to activate the cabin switch for the lights to operate.

Note:

Please seek permission from the aircraft Captain prior to activating the medical lights, as

the cabin/cockpit curtain may need to be drawn.

Figure 1- 37 Medical Light Activated

Figure 1-38 Cabin Medical Light Switch & Dimmer

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Aircraft Description

Oxylog Installation

The Oxylog 3000 and associated equipment are not stowed on the aircraft permanently. The unit will be

carried on a job-by-job basis, at the medical crew judgment. The Oxylog 3000 can be used for many

applications however; the Oxylog should not mounted prior to winching operations or personnel occupying

the side facing fold-down seat as it will hinder cabin staff’s activities.

Figure 1-39 Oxylog 3000 Mounting Bracket

Figure 1-40 Oxylog 3000 Mounted

Medical Oxygen Stowage

One ‘D’ size medical oxygen cylinder is located on the internal LH clam shell door, where the cylinder can

be accessed from the rear cabin. Turning the cylinders on is achieved by turning the handle anti clockwise

direction slowly. Cylinder contents will be displayed on the regulator gauge, and also on the oxygen

monitor (Fig 1-32). The Aircrewman or Aircraft Captain will conduct the replacement of the cylinder.

Figure 1-41 Medical Oxygen Storage

Figure 1-42 Cylinder Mount Extended

WARNING:

IN THE EVENT OF A CABIN FIRE OR EMERGENCY LANDING THE CREW ARE TO

ENSURE THAT ALL OXYGEN VALVES CLOSED; INCLUDING THE MAIN CYLINDER.

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Aircraft Description

Stretcher Systems

General

The EC145 is fitted with a HeliMods Stretcher (HeliMods F12), which incorporates a functional stretcher

locking system. The HeliMods F12 is a foldable stretcher that incorporates six swivel caster wheels fitted to

the underside, plus a built-in multi adjustable backrest for the patient’s comfort. The stretcher is rated up to

a maximum load of 160 kg, although the ASNSW applies a safe working limit 130kg - patient weight.

WARNING:

FOR ALL TAKE-OFFS AND LANDINGS THE STRETCHER’S BACKREST MUST IN

THE FULL HORIZONTAL POSITION, UNLESS THE MEDICAL CREW DEEMS THAT

PATIENT’S HEALTH MAYBE COMPROMISED.

Stowage / Assembly

When the HeliMods F12 is not in use the stretcher can be folded and secured to the floor, with the bridge

fitted (Fig 1-46). When the stretcher is required for patient use, it can simply be assembled with the bridge

fitted; preferable having the bridge initially fitted in correct orientation (Fig 1-48).

Figure 1-46 Secured to Cabin Floor

Figure 1-47 Secured with Inter-Hospital Pack

Figure 1-48 Assembling the Stretcher for Use

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