Carrying external loads and the skills and techniques needed to perform
sling-load operations require careful, advanced training. The External Load
course at Guardian Helicopters, Inc. provides the training necessary to prepare
you for long-line helicopter operations.
Ground instruction includes training in the basics of external load operations
such as the use of visual references in flight, rigging, safety, hazards,
preflight for external load, techniques and how to respond in an emergency.
Flight Instruction includes specialized maneuvers including take offs and
approaches with a load, flying the line, arrest techniques, pick ups and set
downs of a load and other precision movements.
