Logistical support for helicopters involved in disaster management operations Part I.

Abstract

The aim of this study is to present the possible forms of logistical support for helicopters used in firefighting, technical rescue and other disaster management operations. It also aims to familiarize the staff with the main sources of danger of helicopters, the possible responses to them and to introduce all the actions that can help to carry out the operations more efficiently and safely. The study analyzes the written literature available on the subject in Hungary and abroad, the experiences of the fire and rescue personnel and, after evaluating them, formulates recommendations in the areas of education, training, as well as equipment development and procurement. In order to carry out interventions in the presence of helicopters more quickly, more efficiently and more safely, this knowledge will have to be applied more widely in the future, to which this study provides a basis.