DITCHING TECHNIQUES FOR TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATIONS, SEA EVALUATION, HEADINGS

Duration: 26 min

Year Published: 1958

Creator: Department of the Air Force (Department of Defense)

Color: B&W

Sound: Optical sound

Description: FULL TITLE--DITCHING TECHNIQUES FOR TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATIONS, SEA EVALUATION, HEADINGS, AND LANDINGS. Outlines steps to minimize hazards of ditching when a forced Landing is anticipated at sea. Major teaching points include transmission of distress calls, evaluation of sea conditions, procedures for landing, and methods of obtaining proper headings.