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San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
Pilot’s Name: ________________________________ ID#: ______ Date: ___________
Trainer’s Name: ______________________________ ID#: ______
Standardization check-ride conducted during:
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NIGHT
Phase of training:
Aircraft:
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INITIAL
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PERFORMANCE ANCHORS
1. Acceptance of Criticism
2. FAR, AIM and Public Law
3. Aircraft Preflight
4. Weight and Balance
5. Aircraft Start/Shutdown
6. Vertical Takeoff, Hovering and Landing
7. Max Performance Takeoff and Climb
8. Normal and Crosswind Approaches
9. Steep Approaches
10. Confined Area Operations
11. Pinnacle/Platform Operations
12. Slope Operations
13. Local Area Airport Knowledge
14. Crew Communication and Coordination
15. Vehicle Pursuits
16. Foot Pursuits
17. Tactical Orbits
18. Aircraft Radio Operations
19. Rescue Ring Deployment
20. Night Vision Goggle Operations
21. One-Skid Operations
22. Power Failure at Altitude
23. Power Failure at a Hover
24. Tail Rotor Control Failures
25. Unusual Attitude Recovery
26. Settling With Power
27. Long-Line External Load Operations
28. Bambi Bucket Operations
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San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
Mandatory Headers:
General Comments, Strong Points, Weak Points, and Training Strategies
General Comments:
Strong Points:
Weak Points:
Training Strategies:
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
SIGNATURES
PILOT
TRAINER
TRAINING SERGEANT
UNIT LIEUTENANT
ADMIN USE
Pilot’s Comments (optional):
DATE
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(1)
ACCEPTANCE OF CRITICISM
SOP
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot accepts constructive input and incorporates the information,
advice or direction into appropriate performance and behavioral changes. The pilot is
open to suggestions, criticism and questions, while maintaining an effective, cooperative
working environment.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot is defensive in accepting responsibility for substandard performance and denies the validity of critical input. The pilot is defensive
during instruction or lacks openness to suggestions.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot is argumentative or antagonistic during training. The pilot
does not participate with the training officer or other unit personnel in discussions
intended to improve performance. The pilot is repeatedly defensive during training or
training discussions. The pilot demonstrates a lack of commitment to learning.
(2)
FAR/AIM AND PUBLIC LAW
SOP
Tasks: 1. Answer pertinent questions about information contained in the FAR/AIM & Public Law.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot demonstrates satisfactory knowledge of relevant Federal
Aviation Regulations, information contained in the Aeronautical Information Manual and
applicable Public Laws. (PL 103-411, PL 106-424, etc.)
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty remembering some information
contained in the FAR/AIM or applicable Public Laws. The pilot is receptive and
responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot does not demonstrate knowledge of pertinent information
contained in the FAR/AIM and applicable Public Laws; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
(3)
AIRCRAFT PREFLIGHT
PTS/SOP
Tasks: 1. The pilot will perform a preflight inspection of a Department helicopter.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot can perform a pre-flight inspection of any Department
helicopter, while complying with the Unit’s Standard Operating Procedures, the
Commercial PTS and the aircraft manufacturer’s preflight inspection procedures.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot occasionally forgets some preflight inspection
items. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot does not always perform a pre-flight inspection, is
unfamiliar with some preflight inspection items; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(4)
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
PTS/SOP
Tasks: 1. The pilot will demonstrate the ability to access the Unit’s computers and perform an
accurate weight and balance computation for any Department helicopter.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot can access the weight and balance data in the Unit’s
computers and can perform an accurate weight and balance computation for any
Department helicopter.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty accessing the weight and balance
data in the Unit’s computers. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot does not know how to access the weight and balance
data in the Unit’s computers or cannot perform an accurate weight and balance
computation for Department helicopters; and the pilot is unreceptive and unresponsive
to additional training.
(5)
AIRCRAFT START/SHUTDOWN
PTS/SOP
Tasks: 1. The pilot will demonstrate the correct method of starting and shutting down Department
helicopters, while complying with the Unit’s Standard Operating Procedures, the Commercial
PTS, and the aircraft manufacturer’s procedures.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot complies with the Unit’s Standard Operating Procedures, the
Commercial PTS and the aircraft manufacturer’s procedures when starting and shutting
down Department helicopters. The pilot exhibits knowledge of the elements related to
correct starting procedures, including the use of an external power source, starting
under various atmospheric conditions, awareness of other persons and property during
start, and the effects of using incorrect starting procedures. The pilot ensures proper
rotor blade clearance, and frictions controls, as necessary. The pilot performs the
correct starting procedures. The pilot prevents helicopter movement during and after
engine start. The pilot monitors engine instruments after start for proper engine RPM,
temperature, and pressures. The pilot completes the prescribed checklist.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot occasionally does not comply with, or is
unfamiliar with the Unit’s Standard Operating Procedures, some of the Commercial PTS
or the aircraft manufacturer’s procedures for starting or shutting down Department
helicopters. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot routinely does not comply with the Unit’s Standard
Operating Procedures, the Commercial PTS, or the aircraft manufacturer’s procedures
when starting or shutting down Department helicopters; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(6)
VERTICAL TAKEOFF, HOVERING AND LANDING
PTS
Tasks: 1. The pilot will takeoff vertically, hover and land vertically, complying with the Commercial PTS.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot ascends to and maintains a recommended hovering altitude,
and descends from a recommended hovering altitude in headwind, crosswind, and
tailwind conditions. The pilot establishes a recommended hovering altitude, +/- ½ of that
altitude within 10 feet of the surface, (if above 10 feet, +/- 5 feet) and avoids conditions
that might lead to loss of tail rotor/antitorque effectiveness. The pilot keeps forward and
sideward movement within 2 feet of a designated point, with no aft movement. The pilot
descends vertically to within 2 feet of the designated touchdown point and maintains
specified heading, +/- 10 degrees.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty performing any of the aboverequired procedures to an acceptable standard. The pilot is receptive and responsive to
additional training.
UNACCEPTABLE – The pilot has difficulty performing all of the above-required
procedures, or cannot perform any single procedure; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
(7)
MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE TAKEOFF AND CLIMB
PTS
Tasks: 1. The pilot will perform a minimum of one maximum performance takeoff, complying with the
Commercial PTS.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot considers situations where this maneuver is recommended
and factors related to takeoff and climb performance, to include height/velocity
information. The pilot maintains RPM within normal limits and utilizes proper control
technique to initiate takeoff and forward climb airspeed attitude. The pilot utilizes the
maximum available takeoff power and, after clearing all obstacles, transitions to normal
climb attitude, airspeed, +/- 5 knots, and power setting. The pilot remains aware of the
possibility of wind shear and/or wake turbulence and maintains proper ground track with
crosswind correction, if necessary.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty performing any of the aboverequired procedures to an acceptable standard. The pilot is receptive and responsive to
additional training.
UNACCEPTABLE – The pilot has difficulty performing all of the above-required
procedures, or cannot perform any single procedure; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(8)
NORMAL AND CROSSWIND APPROACHES
PTS
Tasks: 1. The pilot will perform a minimum of one normal and/or crosswind approach to a hover or
landing.
ACCEPTABLE - The pilot establishes a descent at the recommended airspeed and
approach angle. The pilot maintains the proper approach angle and recommended
airspeed to point of transition to hover. The pilot makes smooth, timely, and precise
control applications during transition to hover. (Recommended hover altitude +/- 2 ft.)
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty performing any of the aboverequired procedures to an acceptable standard. The pilot is receptive and responsive to
additional training.
UNACCEPTABLE – The pilot has difficulty performing all of the above-required
procedures, or cannot perform any single procedure; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
(9)
STEEP APPROACHES
PTS
Tasks: 1. The pilot will perform a minimum of one steep approach to a hover or landing.
ACCEPTABLE - The pilot considers situations where this maneuver is recommended
and factors related to a steep approach, to include height/velocity information, wind
conditions, landing surface, and obstacles. The pilot selects a suitable termination point
and establishes and maintains the recommended approach angle, (15 degrees
maximum) and rate of closure. The pilot avoids situations that may result in settlingwith-power, and remains aware of the possibility of wind shear and/or wake turbulence.
The pilot maintains proper ground track with crosswind correction, if necessary and
arrives at the termination point, on the surface or at a stabilized hover, +/- 2 feet.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty performing any of the aboverequired procedures to an acceptable standard. The pilot is receptive and responsive to
additional training.
UNACCEPTABLE – The pilot has difficulty performing all of the above-required
procedures, or cannot perform any single procedure; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(10)
CONFINED AREA OPERATIONS
PTS
Tasks: 1. The pilot will fly a minimum of one approach to a hover or landing at a confined area.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot accomplishes a proper high and low reconnaissance, and
selects a suitable approach path, termination point, and departure path. The pilot tracks
the selected approach path at an acceptable approach angle and rate of closure to the
termination point. The pilot avoids situations that can result in settling-with-power, and
terminations at a hover or on the surface, as conditions allow. The pilot accomplishes a
proper ground reconnaissance, selects a suitable takeoff point, and considers factors
affecting takeoff and climb performance under various conditions.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty performing any of the aboverequired procedures to an acceptable standard. The pilot is receptive and responsive to
additional training.
UNACCEPTABLE – The pilot has difficulty performing all of the above-required
procedures, or cannot perform any single procedure; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
(11)
PINNACLE/PLATFORM OPERATIONS
PTS
Tasks: 1. The pilot will fly an approach to a hover or landing at a pinnacle or platform.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot accomplishes a proper high and low reconnaissance, and
selects a suitable approach path, termination point, and departure path. The pilot tracks
the selected approach path at an acceptable approach angle and rate of closure to the
termination point. The pilot avoids situations that can result in settling-with-power, and
terminations at a hover or on the surface, as conditions allow. The pilot accomplishes a
proper ground reconnaissance, selects a suitable takeoff point, and considers factors
affecting takeoff and climb performance under various conditions.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty performing any of the aboverequired procedures to an acceptable standard. The pilot is receptive and responsive to
additional training.
UNACCEPTABLE – The pilot has difficulty performing all of the above-required
procedures, or cannot perform any single procedure; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(12)
SLOPE OPERATIONS
PTS
Tasks: 1. The pilot will perform slope landings in each direction.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot selects a suitable slope and plans the approach and landing
direction considering wind effect, obstacles, dynamic rollover avoidance, and
discharging passengers. The pilot properly moves toward the slope and makes a
smooth positive descent to touch the upslope skid on the sloping surface. The pilot
maintains positive control while lowering the downslope skid or landing gear to
touchdown, and recognizes when the slope is too steep and abandons the operation
prior to reaching cyclic control stops. The pilot makes a smooth transition from the slope
to a stabilized hover parallel to the slope, and properly moves away from the slope. The
pilot maintains the specified heading throughout the operation, +/- 5 degrees.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty performing any of the aboverequired procedures to an acceptable standard. The pilot is receptive and responsive to
additional training.
UNACCEPTABLE – The pilot has difficulty performing all of the above-required
procedures, or cannot perform any single procedure; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
(13)
LOCAL AREA AIRPORT KNOWLEDGE
SOP
Tasks: 1. The pilot will demonstrate knowledge of the location and tower frequencies of all San Diego
area Class B and D airports.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot demonstrates knowledge of the geographical locations and
Control Tower frequencies for all San Diego area Class B and D airports.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot occasionally forgets the control tower
frequencies of one or more of the San Diego area Class B or D airports.
UNACCEPTABLE – The pilot does not know the geographical location, and the control
tower frequency of one or more of the San Diego Class B and D airports.
(14)
CREW COMMUNICATION AND COORDINATION
SOP
Tasks: 1. When practical, the pilot will demonstrate the ability to assist the TFO by performing the
following tasks:
a. Change the channels on the police radios while the TFO is performing other duties.
b. Provide descriptions of suspects to the TFO during simulated or actual camera/infrared
missions.
c. Provide other pertinent information to the TFO such as a suspect’s direction of travel,
cross streets, etc.
(Continued)
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(Crew Communications and Coordination – continued)
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot prioritizes the safe operation of the aircraft at all times and
demonstrates good crew resource management practices during routine and stressful
incidents. When practical, the pilot closely monitors incidents to ensure that the aircraft
is positioned effectively for the TFO, and the pilot encourages and maintains good
pilot/TFO communications.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot occasionally does not demonstrate good crew
resource management practices, or does not provide the TFO with assistance during
missions, even when such assistance would not jeopardize the safe operation of the
aircraft. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot does not prioritize the safe operation of the aircraft at all
times, or takes unnecessary risks. The pilot routinely does not demonstrate good crew
resource management practices. The pilot is unwilling or unable to provide the TFO with
assistance, even when such assistance would not jeopardize the safe operation of the
aircraft; or the pilot fosters a negative working environment in the cockpit.
(15)
VEHICLE PURSUITS
SOP
Tasks: 1. The pilot will demonstrate effective aircraft positioning during simulated or actual vehicle
pursuits.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot prioritizes the safe operation of the aircraft at all times, and is
familiar with the Unit’s Standard Operating Procedures for vehicle pursuits. The pilot
demonstrates the ability to effectively position the aircraft for the TFO during simulated
or actual vehicle pursuits.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot is unfamiliar with the Unit’s Standard Operating
Procedures for vehicle pursuits, or is familiar with them but occasionally has difficulty
keeping the aircraft positioned effectively for the TFO during simulated or actual vehicle
pursuits. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot does not prioritize the safe operation of the aircraft at all
times, or takes unnecessary risks; or the pilot is unfamiliar with the Unit’s Standard
Operating Procedures for vehicle pursuits, or the pilot is familiar with them but refuses
to comply; or the pilot frequently does not position the aircraft effectively for the TFO
during simulated or actual vehicle pursuits; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(16)
FOOT PURSUITS
SOP
Tasks: 1. The pilot will demonstrate effective aircraft positioning during simulated or actual foot pursuits.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot prioritizes the safe operation of the aircraft at all times and is
familiar with the Unit’s Standard Operating Procedures for foot pursuits. The pilot
demonstrates the ability to effectively position the aircraft for the TFO during simulated
or actual foot pursuits.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot is unfamiliar with the Unit’s Standard Operating
Procedures for foot pursuits, or is familiar with them but occasionally has difficulty
keeping the aircraft positioned effectively for the TFO during simulated or actual foot
pursuits. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot does not prioritize the safe operation of the aircraft at all
times, or takes unnecessary risks; or the pilot is unfamiliar with the Unit’s Standard
Operating Procedures for foot pursuits, or is familiar with them but refuses to comply; or
the pilot frequently does not position the aircraft effectively for the TFO during simulated
or actual foot pursuits; and the pilot is unreceptive and unresponsive to additional
training.
(17)
TACTICAL ORBITS
SOP
Tasks: 1. Fly three (3) continuous orbits around a stationary target while the TFO is using binoculars, the
infrared/camera system, or no equipment.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot prioritizes the safe operation of the aircraft at all times, and is
familiar with the Unit’s Standard Operating Procedures for flying orbits during different
tactical scenarios. The pilot can fly three continuous orbits around a stationary target
without gaining or losing more than 100 feet from the recommended altitude. When
practical, the pilot pays close attention to the incident, and the aircraft is positioned
effectively for the TFO at all times.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot is unfamiliar with the Unit’s Standard Operating
Procedures for flying orbits during different tactical scenarios, or is familiar with them but
occasionally has difficulty flying certain orbit profiles. The pilot gains or loses more than
100 feet, or the aircraft is occasionally positioned ineffectively for the TFO. The pilot is
receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE - The pilot does not prioritize the safe operation of the aircraft at all
times, or takes unnecessary risks; or the pilot is unfamiliar with the Unit’s Standard
Operating Procedures for flying orbits during different tactical scenarios, or is familiar
with them but refuses to comply. The pilot does not pay close attention to the incident,
even when practical, or allows the aircraft to gain or lose more than 200 feet, or the
aircraft is frequently positioned ineffectively for the TFO; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(18)
AIRCRAFT RADIO OPERATIONS
SOP
Tasks: 1. Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the communication and navigation functions of all aircraft
communication and navigation equipment.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot is familiar with the operation of each communication and
navigation radio in the aircraft.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty operating one or more of the
communication or navigation radios in the aircraft. The pilot is receptive and responsive
to additional training.
UNNACCEPTABLE – The pilot is unfamiliar with the operation of one or more of the
communications or navigation radios in the aircraft; and the pilot is unreceptive and
unresponsive to additional training.
(19)
RESCUE RING DEPLOYMENT
SOP
Tasks: 1. The pilot will –
a. Describe the Unit’s over water policy.
b. Demonstrate a controlled and effective approach to a simulated or actual rescue victim
and position the aircraft effectively for rescue ring deployment.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot prioritizes the safe operation of the aircraft at all times and
complies with the Unit’s over water operations policy. The pilot can fly a stabilized
approach to a hover during simulated or actual rescue missions and positions the
aircraft effectively for rescue ring deployment.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot is unfamiliar with the Unit’s over water operations
policy; or has difficulty flying a stabilized approach to a hover during simulated or actual
rescue missions; or the pilot has difficulty positioning the aircraft effectively for rescue
ring deployment. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNACCEPTABLE – The pilot does not prioritize the safe operation of the aircraft at all
times or takes unnecessary risks. The pilot does not comply with the Unit’s over water
operations policy; or the pilot consistently cannot position the aircraft effectively for
rescue ring deployment; and the pilot is unreceptive and unresponsive to additional
training.
(20)
NIGHT VISION GOGGLE OPERATIONS
(See supplemental NVG check ride standards)
SOP
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(21)
ONE-SKID OPERATIONS
SOP
Tasks: 1. The pilot will –
a. Configure the aircraft for one-skid operations.
b. Perform a minimum of one, one-skid simulated rescue on each side of the aircraft.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot prioritizes the safe operation of the aircraft at all times and
complies with the Unit’s Standard Operating Procedures for One-Skid operations. The
pilot can safely perform practice or actual One-Skid missions on both sides of the
aircraft.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty performing practice or actual oneskid missions. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot does not prioritize the safe operation of the aircraft during
practice or actual one-skid missions, or takes unnecessary risks; or the pilot is
unfamiliar with the Unit’s Standard Operating Procedures for One-Skid operations, or is
familiar with them but does not comply; and the pilot is unreceptive and unresponsive to
additional training.
(22)
POWER FAILURE AT ALTITUDE
PTS
Tasks: 1. The pilot will perform a minimum of 2 autorotations at altitude.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot establishes an autorotation and selects a suitable landing
area. The pilot establishes proper aircraft trim and autorotation airspeed, +/- 5 knots,
and maintains rotor RPM within normal limits. The pilot compensates for wind speed
and direction as necessary to avoid undershooting or overshooting the selected landing
area.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED - The pilot occasionally has difficulty performing
autorotations to an acceptable standard. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional
training.
UNACCEPTABLE - The pilot frequently has difficulty performing autorotations to an
acceptable standard; and the pilot is unreceptive and unresponsive to additional
training.
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(23)
POWER FAILURE AT A HOVER
PTS
Tasks: 1. The pilot will perform a minimum of one hovering autorotation.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot determines that the terrain below the aircraft is suitable for a
safe touchdown, and performs an autorotation from a stationary or forward hover into
the wind at recommended altitude, and RPM, while maintaining established heading, +/5 degrees. The pilot touches down with minimum sideward movement, and no rearward
movement, and exhibits orientation, division of attention, and proper planning.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED - The pilot occasionally has difficulty performing hovering
autorotations to an acceptable standard. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional
training.
UNACCEPTABLE - The pilot frequently has difficulty performing hovering autorotations
to an acceptable standard; and the pilot is unreceptive and unresponsive to additional
training.
(24)
TAIL ROTOR CONTROL FAILURES
SOP
Tasks: 1. The pilot will describe or demonstrate the aircraft manufacturer’s emergency procedures for
each type of tail rotor control failure.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot is familiar with the two types of tail rotor control failures and
can describe or demonstrate the aircraft manufacturer’s emergency procedures for
dealing with each failure.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot occasionally has difficulty flying a stabilized
approach to a landing zone during fixed pitch tail rotor control failures. The pilot is
receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot does not know the aircraft manufacturer’s emergency
procedures for dealing with the two types of tail rotor control failures; or during
simulated fixed pitch tail rotor failures, consistently cannot fly a stabilized approach to a
landing zone; and the pilot is unreceptive and unresponsive to additional training.
San Diego Police Department
Air Support Unit
Pilot Standardization Check Ride Evaluation
(25)
UNUSUAL ATTITUDE RECOVERY
SOP
Tasks: 1. The pilot will perform a minimum of one unusual attitude recovery maneuver.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot demonstrates good situational awareness and can quickly
perform an unusual attitude recovery with minimum loss of altitude.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot occasionally has difficulty performing unusual
attitude recoveries. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot frequently has difficulty performing unusual attitude
recoveries, and demonstrates poor aircraft control and situational awareness. Excessive
altitude is lost and the check airman needs to perform the recovery; and the pilot is
unreceptive and unresponsive to additional training.
(26)
SETTLING WITH POWER
PTS
Tasks: 1. The pilot will describe the conditions, which cause settling-with-power, and describe or perform
the recovery procedures.
ACCEPTABLE – The pilot exhibits knowledge of the elements related to settling-withpower. The pilot selects an altitude that will allow recovery to be completed at no less
than 1000 feet AGL or, if applicable, the manufacturer’s recommended altitude,
whichever is higher. The pilot promptly recognizes and announces the onset of settlingwith-power, and utilizes the appropriate recovery procedure.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED – The pilot has difficulty immediately recognizing or
recovering from settling-with-power. The pilot is receptive and responsive to additional
training.
UNNACEPTABLE – The pilot does not know the conditions, which cause settling-withpower, or cannot describe or perform the correct recovery procedures to normal flight;
and the pilot is unreceptive and unresponsive to additional training.
(27)
LONG-LINE EXTERNAL LOAD OPERATIONS
(To be completed)
(28)
BAMBI BUCKET EXTERNAL LOAD OPERATIONS
(To be completed)