Download or read book Helicopter Utilization in Municipal Law Enforcement written by James R. Beall and published by Charles C Thomas Pub Limited. This book was released on 1972-01-01 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains guidelines and suggestions for the administration and operation of an airborne law enforcement program which primarily utilizes helicopters. Discussed are the many managerial considerations of helicopter use by the police, including pilot selection and training, deployment, citizen acceptance, non-law enforcement and intra-departmental liaison, and records management. Physical aspects such as auxiliary equipment, landing sites, and maintenance are covered. The use of observers, various surveillance activities, unusual occurrences, and helicopter use in conjunction with fixed wing aircraft are all given attention.