- Helicopters can bring you assistance very quickly (weather permitting)
- The helicopters arrival will invariable be announced by its noise.
- The recognised group signal to helicopter crews is to stand with your back to the wind and hold your arms out in a Y-shape.
- If all available members of the party stand side by side in this manner, this unusual image will be quickly picked out by the aircrew as the group in need of assistance. Highlighting of the scene with bright clothing or lights will also assist.
Do not
- Frantically wave at the aircraft to gain the attention of the aircrew. This will not differentiate you from other groups in the area.
- Shine a torch at the aircraft at night - the pilot wears night glasses and you will dazzle them.
- Approach the aircraft at any time until instructed by the crew.
