An evaluation of operational plans was conducted to provide the U. S. Army with procedures, separation values, basic navigation and air traffic control requirements for use in helicopter assault missions under instrument flight conditions. The evaluation consisted of dynamic simulation as well as live flight tests. Live flight tests were conducted by the 11th Air Assault Division, Fort Benning, Georgia, with the assistance of Federal Aviation Agency project personnel to obtain information as to the ability of helicopter pilots to maintain an assigned airspeed, altitude, and track. Six operational plans for like and mixed-type helicopters resulted from the simulation. Each plan handled both normal and emergency situations and the movement rates established for each. It was concluded that the procedures, separation values, and equipment requirements as described for each of the six operational plans are adequate for use in conducting helicopter assault missions under instrument conditions. It was further concluded that pilot and controller proficiency are important to the successful conduct of a mission.
Evaluation of Forward Area Assault Plans for Army Helicopter Operations
1965
118 pages
Report
No indication
English
Heavy assault transport helicopter
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