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Area X Landing Tall Selecting Establishing Zone Guidelines

Front When selecting and establishing a landing zone, what guidelines should be considered?
Back In this situation, consider the following:
The area should be a hard or grassy level surface of c. 100' x 100' and no less than 60' x 60'.
The area musts be clear of all loose debris, including trashbins, flares, accident tape, medical equipment and supplies.
Survey the area for overhead or tall hazards such as powerlines, antenna, and tall trees.
Mark the site with weighted cones on positioned emergency vehicles at the corners with headlights facing inward to form an X (Do not use flares)
Move all nonessentials outside of the landing zone.
Advise on wind strength and direction, using a bed sheet secured to a tree or pole as a directional aid (Never tape).

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