UVA Pegasus Ufly Orientation

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1 UVA Pegasus Ufly Orientation Disclaimer: All scheduled applicants must complete this presentation prior to their observation shift. The Mission of the UVA Medical Transport Network is to provide high quality patient care and transport that is reliable, flexible, consistent, and provides a standardized approach. Our values follow the Medical Center and are: Respect: To recognize the dignity of every person. Integrity: To be honest, fair, and trustworthy. Stewardship: To manage resources responsibly. Excellence: To work at the highest level of performance, with a commitment to continuous improvement. HISTORY OF UVA PEGASUS Pegasus is a hospital based air and ground transport service providing care to critically ill or injured patients. Founded in 1984, Pegasus is part of the University of Virginia Health System and is committed to providing prompt and safe transport. The Pegasus program has been recognized for its exemplary safety record, having flown over 15,000 accident free missions. WHY THE NAME PEGASUS? When the program was conceived in 1984 there was much discussion about what to call it. A contest was held where the medical center staff was encouraged to submit their suggestions for the name, Pegasus was chosen from among those entries. It was chosen because it was different from most of the other program names, which seemed to revolve around the Life Flight theme. It was also chosen because of the stories of Pegasus carrying wounded soldiers from battles and other life saving stories. While our program has undergone many changes and several different aircraft since its inception, the winged steed adorning the side of the helicopter has remained constant. PEGASUS CREW Aviation Crew All of our pilots are highly trained and undergo rigorous proficiency checks. We maintain our own maintenance facility with two full-time mechanics. All pilots, mechanics, and aviation services are provided to Pegasus through Air Methods. Medical Crew

2 The medical crew configuration consists of a registered nurse and a critical care paramedic. Medical crewmembers are trained in all aspects of emergency care and have the capability to transport all types of patients. All medical crewmembers maintain advance life support certifications in cardiac, trauma, pediatric, and neonatal care. Other certifications in the use of specialty devices such as, intra-aortic balloon pumps, ventricular assist devices and ventilators are also maintained. PRIMARY AIRCRAFT: Augusta109E Twin engine Single pilot IFR rated Equipped with color weather radar and a cruise speed of 145 Knots Pegasus utilizes night vision goggles for all flights conducted at night. The program's primary operational area is within a 120 NM radius of Charlottesville, VA. Secondary Aircraft: EC-135 Pegasus shares an EC-135 backup helicopter amongst several other medevac programs in the region, when the primary helicopter requires maintenance THE NIGHT PRIOR Rest, crew have the option to turn away applicants who are deemed not fit to fly for any reason (i.e.: sick, lack of adequate rest) Contact the pilot at 7 pm to verify the weather permits an observer Allow plenty of time to arrive promptly at the hanger by 0745 am to participate in the daily flight briefing Contact Andrew Fletcher should any concerns that need to be addressed prior to your observation shift Prepare meals, full kitchen available, no vending options on site FLY DAY Arrive promptly at 0745 am at our hanger Park in approved location Buzzer location in front of main gate push twice to notify crew you have arrived and they will meet you at the gate

3 OPERATIONAL SAFETY Flight Briefing attendance mandatory, observers maybe required to weigh-in if pilot deems necessary SHOULD WEIGHT BE A FACTOR ON MISSION REQUIRING ADDITIONAL SPECIALITY TEAMS, THE OBSERVER WILL BE ESCORTED OF PREMISES AND RE-SCHEDULED FOR ANOTHER SHIFT BY THE Ufly Coordinator. Flight suit and helmet fitting after brief Walk around and introduction to the aircraft Demonstrate understanding of safety harness within the aircraft as well as latching and unlatching cabin doors Aircraft Communications Emergency Egress procedure Scene safety TAIL ROTOR AWARENESS A-109E Open tail-rotor configuration Observer should NEVER be past the horizontal stabilizers for any reason TAIL ROTOR AWARENESS EC-135 Closed tail rotor configuration (Fenestron)-still dangerous Observer should NEVER be past the horizontal stabilizers for any reason SAFETY HARNESS 4-Point restraint (must be worn during all phases of flight) Lap belt secured tightly across pelvis followed by application of both shoulder harnesses Rotate face-plate to release harness AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION MEDICAL CABIN 3 position carter box 1. Open voice activated 2. Off 3. Pull to talk

4 Helmet Connection Volume Control Knob AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION CO-PILOT CABIN Helmet connection different from medical cabin-no carter box as seen in the picture Intercom is always live-voice activated CO-PILOT CABIN INGRESS/EGRESS 1. To Close: place hand into handle and pull firmly towards you, once the door is firmly closed rotate the handle counter-clockwise, confirm by pushing on the frame of the door 2. To Open: place hand into handle and rotate clockwise assist the door open, don t allow door to swing open by itself. 3. Emergency Egress: Should door jam shut, pull red handle and push outwards on window (all emergency information will be discussed in detail on the day you observe) MEDICAL CAVIN EGRESS 1. To Close: place hand into handle and pull firmly towards you, once the door is firmly closed rotate the handle clockwise, confirm by pushing on the frame of the door 2. To Open: place hand into handles and rotate counter-clockwise assist the door open and slide door toward the tail until locked open. 3. Emergency Egress: Should door jam shut, lift leather tab up and pull string around window frame pulling loose the stripping and push window out. (All emergency information will be discussed in detail on the day you observe) KEY POINTS Cell Phones must be off during takeoff/landing, airplane mode during flight. Acceptable to take pictures during flight. Observer Vest must be worn on all legs of flight No Smoking permitted on UVAHS Grounds Pack food/drinks for the day

5 Safety is paramount at UVA Pegasus, the crew anticipates questions and interaction, please feel free to address any concerns that arise Objectives of the observer will be addressed during the shift, please arrive with some to discuss with the medical crew/pilot (i.e. LZ preparation, available equipment at UVA Pegasus disposal, understanding IFR vs. VFR, weather minimums, flight planning, etc. Appropriate footwear Come well rested Have fun and fly Safe!