Moderators: richierich, ua900, PanAm_DC10, hOMSaR
Helicopter operators, pilots & consumers should be aware of the hazard from supplemental restraint devices during an emergency evacuation during “doors off” flights. The FAA will order operators & pilots to take immediate action to control/mitigate this risk.
Until then, the FAA will order no more “doors off” operations that involve restraints that cannot be released quickly in an emergency.
Additionally, the FAA will conduct a top to bottom review of its rules governing these flights to examine any potential misapplication that could create safety gaps for passengers.