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US Park Police Basic Helicopter Course
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The Arcola-Pleasant Valley VFD invited Assistant Chief Evinger and Firefighter Schomburg to participate in a training exercise at the United States Park Police Aviation Headquarters in Anacostia. Twelve personnel from Arcola-Pleasant Valley VFD, Falls Church VFD, and Fairfax County Station 12 attended this 3-hour course with the Bell 412 helicopter known as "Eagle 1".
Members of the USPP Aviation Division reviewed helicopter capabilities, safety, medevac operations, and hoisting operations. Two scenarios were practiced during the class. The first required personnel to attach a rescue litter to the hoist and guide the litter using taglines during the lift. The second placed personnel on a "jungle penetrator" personnel hoist where they were raised and lowered from the hovering aircraft.
Many thanks to our very professional hosts, Sergeant Perkins and Rescue Technician Varanelli, for a great experience. |
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A video summary of the drill.
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Click on the camera icon to view the video
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