APPLICATION OF HELICOPTERS TO MARINE SERVICES

The capabilities, limitations and cost of current and future helicopters for marine operations are reviewed. Shipborne facilities required and areas where helicopter participation may prove to be a viable proposition are described. Procedures are indicated in which routine operations may be conducted with due regard to safety considerations for both passengers and third party interests. The use of helicopters in marine emergencies is also considered.

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  Institute of Marine Engineers

  Memorial Building, 76 Mark Lane
  London EC3R 7JN,   England 

  Institute of Marine Engineers

  Memorial Building, 76 Mark Lane
  London EC3R 7JN,   England 
• Authors:
  • Gordon, A C
• Publication Date: 1970-3

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 97-106
• Serial:
  • Institute of Marine Engineers Transactions
  • Volume: 82
  • Issue Number: 3
  • ISSN: 0309-3948

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Helicopters
• Subject Areas: Marine Transportation; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00015025
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: Engineering Index
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: May 13 1973 12:00AM