HeliFlights

Safety Briefing

Welcome to your helicopter flight experience! Please read this safety briefing carefully before your flight. Your safety is our highest priority, and understanding these guidelines will ensure an enjoyable and safe experience.

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Pre-Flight Preparation

Arrival and Check-In

  • • Arrive 30 minutes before departure for your safety briefing and preparation
  • • Bring a valid photo ID for all passengers
  • • Complete any required paperwork and waivers
  • • Listen carefully to your pilot's safety briefing

Weight Information - Required in Advance

  • • You will be asked to submit the weight of ALL passengers beforehand
  • • Include the weight of clothes and shoes - be as accurate as possible
  • • Honesty is crucial - helicopters require precise weight calculations for safety
  • • Weight distribution affects flight performance and safety margins
  • • We need this information to ensure proper aircraft balance and fuel planning

What to Wear

  • • Closed-toe shoes (no sandals or flip-flops)
  • • Avoid loose clothing that could blow around
  • • Secure hats and scarves
  • • Sunglasses recommended
  • • Dress for the weather at altitude

What NOT to Bring

  • • Loose items that could fall out
  • • Large bags or backpacks
  • • Any hazardous materials
  • • Smoking materials
  • • Anything that could interfere with controls
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Health and Physical Requirements

Important Health Considerations

  • • Passengers with severe altitude or flight anxiety should contact us in advance
  • • Inform us of any medical conditions that might affect your flight
  • • Pregnant passengers should consult their doctor before flying
  • • Heart conditions or recent surgeries require medical clearance

Children and Minors

  • • Children are welcome but must have their own seat
  • • All passengers, including children, must wear safety belts
  • • Minors must be accompanied by an adult OR have written parental consent
  • • Infants under 2 years require special arrangements
3

Weather and Flight Conditions

All flights operate under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) to ensure maximum safety. This means we can only fly in good weather conditions.

We CANNOT Fly When:

  • • Visibility is less than 5 kilometers
  • • Cloud ceiling is below 500 feet
  • • Wind speeds exceed 25 knots
  • • Thunderstorms or severe weather in the area
  • • Icing conditions exist

If weather is not suitable: We will reschedule your flight at no cost or provide a full refund. Your safety is more important than keeping to schedule.

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During Your Flight - Safety Rules

CRITICAL SAFETY RULES - MUST FOLLOW

  • • Keep seatbelts fastened at ALL times
  • • Follow ALL pilot instructions IMMEDIATELY
  • • DO NOT touch any controls or equipment
  • • Stay seated unless instructed otherwise

Communication

  • • Use the provided headset to hear and speak
  • • Wait for pilot to finish speaking before talking
  • • Ask questions - your pilot is happy to explain
  • • Point out things you'd like to see

Photography Tips

  • • Secure your camera/phone with a strap
  • • Ask pilot for best photo opportunities
  • • Be mindful of reflections on windows
  • • Don't lean out or extend arms outside
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Emergency Procedures

While emergencies are extremely rare, it's important you know what to expect and how to respond.

If an Emergency Occurs

  • • Stay calm - your pilot is trained for this
  • • Listen to pilot instructions immediately
  • • Keep seatbelt fastened unless told otherwise
  • • Brace position if instructed
  • • Exit only when told by the pilot

Emergency Equipment

  • • First aid kit and emergency supplies
  • • Emergency locator transmitter (ELT)
  • • Fire extinguisher systems
  • • Emergency communication equipment
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Helicopter Safety Zones

Understanding the safety zones around a helicopter is crucial for your safety during boarding and disembarking.

Preferred Zone (Front): Always approach from the front where the pilot can see you clearly
Acceptable Zones (Sides): Side approaches are acceptable but only when directed by crew
Prohibited Zone (Tail Rotor): NEVER approach from behind - the tail rotor is extremely dangerous

CRITICAL: Always wait for pilot signal before approaching or leaving the helicopter. Keep low when moving near the aircraft to avoid rotor blades.

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Emergency Contact Information

In case of emergency or urgent safety concerns:

Swiss Emergency Services: 144 (Medical) / 117 (Police)

Aviation Emergency: 1414

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Final Safety Reminders

Remember:

  • Your pilot has final authority on all safety decisions
  • Ask questions if you're unsure about anything
  • Enjoy the experience - you're in safe hands!

Questions?

Don't hesitate to ask your pilot any questions during the safety briefing or flight. We want you to feel comfortable and informed.

Have a wonderful and safe flight!