Yeezy Posted July 1, 2023 Report Share Posted July 1, 2023 I read that it is in BC but not sure about the other provinces and territories? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freck Posted July 1, 2023 Report Share Posted July 1, 2023 If it is then the company would have to supply it. So I'm going with no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beach Man Posted July 2, 2023 Report Share Posted July 2, 2023 no. your head your choice. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slingdog Posted July 2, 2023 Report Share Posted July 2, 2023 Yeezy you are correct. As per the 2023 BC Wildfire Service Pilot Information Guide. P.10 section 1.4 Pilot requirements-Rotary wing "Rotary wing pilots are required to wear aviation flight helmets during all flight operations.Additionally,rotary wing pilots are also required to wear aviation personal flotation devices (PFDs) during all over water operations (bucketing and tanking) and during flights beyond glide distance from shore" Can't speak to other provinces but if you're unsure, I recommend brushing up on the latest regs of said area. I'm not saying everyone is in total compliance, just answering you're question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beach Man Posted July 2, 2023 Report Share Posted July 2, 2023 6 hours ago, slingdog said: Yeezy you are correct. As per the 2023 BC Wildfire Service Pilot Information Guide. P.10 section 1.4 Pilot requirements-Rotary wing "Rotary wing pilots are required to wear aviation flight helmets during all flight operations.Additionally,rotary wing pilots are also required to wear aviation personal flotation devices (PFDs) during all over water operations (bucketing and tanking) and during flights beyond glide distance from shore" Can't speak to other provinces but if you're unsure, I recommend brushing up on the latest regs of said area. I'm not saying everyone is in total compliance, just answering you're question. I stand corrected. Apologies... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bell4can1 Posted July 2, 2023 Report Share Posted July 2, 2023 Helmet not mandatory in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longline Posted July 7, 2023 Report Share Posted July 7, 2023 Transport Canada regulates the aviation industry ....not the BC Forest Service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pool pilot Posted July 7, 2023 Report Share Posted July 7, 2023 42 minutes ago, Longline said: Transport Canada regulates the aviation industry ....not the BC Forest Service. Someone should explain that to the BC Forrest service. I am pretty sure they didn't get the memo. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beach Man Posted July 8, 2023 Report Share Posted July 8, 2023 12 hours ago, Pool pilot said: Someone should explain that to the BC Forrest service. I am pretty sure they didn't get the memo. Then again...I have NEVER...( except in California ) been checked that I am using "required" gear... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slingdog Posted July 8, 2023 Report Share Posted July 8, 2023 15 hours ago, Longline said: Transport Canada regulates the aviation industry ....not the BC Forest Service. They might on paper but the sad reality is, its been the clients, consultants and insurance companies deciding how its gonna happen for some time now.Just like minimum hour requirements on type, BARS audits etc etc etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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