When spots 1 and 2 are occupied, which direction should waveoffs from spots 3 and 4 be executed?

When spots 1 and 2 are occupied, which direction should waveoffs from spots 3 and 4 be executed?

• A. To the inside of the field
• B. To the outside of the field
• C. Toward the far end of the field
• D. Parallel to the field centerline

Answer: (A)

When coordinating multiple landing spots, the safe, orderly pattern is to direct waveoffs toward the inside of the field. This keeps departing traffic in the central, open area where there’s the most room to maneuver and away from the field’s outer edge, reducing the risk of conflicting paths with aircraft at other spots or near the perimeter. Directing waveoffs toward the outside or along the far end or parallel to the centerline would compromise separation and could bring helicopters into closer proximity to obstacles or traffic not yet cleared, increasing the chance of a collision or interference. So, directing waveoffs from the remaining spots to the inside of the field provides the clearest, safest flow.

When coordinating multiple landing spots, the safe, orderly pattern is to direct waveoffs toward the inside of the field. This keeps departing traffic in the central, open area where there’s the most room to maneuver and away from the field’s outer edge, reducing the risk of conflicting paths with aircraft at other spots or near the perimeter. Directing waveoffs toward the outside or along the far end or parallel to the centerline would compromise separation and could bring helicopters into closer proximity to obstacles or traffic not yet cleared, increasing the chance of a collision or interference. So, directing waveoffs from the remaining spots to the inside of the field provides the clearest, safest flow.