Surviving helicopter crashes at sea: a review of studies of underwater egress from helicopters
Ryack, B.L.; Luria, S.M.; Smith, P.F.
Aviation Space and Environmental Medicine 57(6): 603-609
1986
ISSN/ISBN: 0095-6562 PMID: 3718387 Document Number: 284680
The problem of escaping from a submerged helicopter is discussed. The effectiveness of illuminated escape hatches in facilitating escape has been demonstrated. The relative advantages of different types of lights are compared. Escape training, illuminating the emergency exits, and providing breathing devices should greatly enhance the chances of survival in a helicopter crash at sea.