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Police Helicopter Operations Manual: Delivering air support for law enforcement Insight into police aviation in Great Britain,,Used
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Police helicopters are operated in the UK by National Police Air Service (NPAS), which brings all 43 forces together and delivers a borderless police aviation capability countrywide.As Head of the Metropolitan Police Service Air Support Unit (ASU) for eight years between 2008 and 2015, Inspector Richard Brandon was responsible for the introduction to service of new custombuilt police helicopters fitted with the latest hightech surveillance equipment and for the training of police helicopter air crews. As such, he is perfectly qualified to tell the story of UK police helicopter operations, how they work, what they do and how they do it.Taking the Mets ASU as the centrepiece of this manual, Brandon describes: How police aviation in the UK has evolved since its beginnings in the 1920s How the Metropolitan Police Air Support Unit (ASU) operates The anatomy of a police helicopter (the EC135 and EC145) The surveillance equipment and systems of the police helicopter Wescam MX15 camera system, Skyforce Observer moving map system, Video Management System, Vislink digital downlink, Airwave digital police radios The police helicopter crew, crew members and their roles, training and experience, a day in the life of each crew member Tactics searching, pursuits, Public Order, and the use of infrared The police helicopter in action case studies of typical missions from different forces around the UK Behind the scenes activities crew recruitment and selection, helicopter maintenance, despatch and flight following.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the Police Helicopter Operations Manual? A: The manual focuses on police aviation in Great Britain, detailing operations, equipment, tactics, and the evolution of police helicopter services.
- Q: Who is the author of the Police Helicopter Operations Manual? A: The author is Inspector Richard Brandon, who served as the Head of the Metropolitan Police Service Air Support Unit.
- Q: What topics are covered in the manual regarding police helicopters? A: Topics include the operation of police aviation, helicopter anatomy, surveillance systems, crew roles, tactics, and case studies of missions.
- Q: Is the Police Helicopter Operations Manual suitable for law enforcement professionals? A: Yes, the manual is designed for law enforcement professionals and those interested in police aviation operations.
- Q: What can readers learn about police helicopter tactics in this manual? A: Readers can learn about tactics for searching, pursuits, public order, and the use of infrared technology in police operations.
- Q: How does the manual describe the training of police helicopter crews? A: The manual provides insights into crew training, roles, experience, and a typical day in the life of a crew member.
- Q: What kind of surveillance equipment is discussed in the manual? A: The manual discusses various surveillance systems, including the Wescam MX15 camera system and the Skyforce Observer moving map system.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition and is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does the Police Helicopter Operations Manual have? A: The manual contains 180 pages.
- Q: When was the Police Helicopter Operations Manual published? A: The manual was published on March 3, 2020.