Clint Beastwood Posted September 16, 2017 Report Share Posted September 16, 2017 New Rules of engagement for Helicopters (Hovering or Flying) for ground units* Audible Sirens are no longer an acceptable form of initiation for helicopters.** From here onward - Officers of the APD are to initiate with helicopters that are hovering or flying by the following actions ONLY.*** - Text message to any occupants (Pilot, Co-Pilot, Passenger) with instructions - Direct phone call to any occupants (Pilot, Co-Pilot, Passenger) *Helicopter in pursuit of helicopter may use sirens to initiate **There is only ONE exception to this new policy Sirens may ONLY be used when a helicopter is Grounded or Spooling up (starting up). ***Warning shots still apply - please make sure to give ample time to change flight pattern Any questions or clarification please feel free to ask a Captain. Thank you. Chief Beastwood. Dressbuck, Xavorey, Seán That Irish Guy and 37 others like this Link to comment
The Monopoly Man Posted September 17, 2017 Report Share Posted September 17, 2017 For those unaware, binoculars can be used to spot hidden names in helicopters Mr. Brown, Spek, Jonesy and 9 others like this Link to comment
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