Resources - SafeRotors

Checklists, Tools, and Learning Resources
for Helicopter Pilots and Instructors

It is my mission to reduce helicopter accidents through safety education.
In my work with the HAI Safety Committee (now “VAI Safety Industry Advisory Council”), FAA Safety Team, and USHST I regularly present and write on various topics- some are available here.
**Note – the slides are without presenter notes and not all slides may be self-explanatory**
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Bell 505 Quick Reference / Study Sheet
Bell 505 Passenger Briefing Card
Bell 505 Startup / Shutdown Checklist (with GFC 600H Autopilot)
Personal Minimums Reference Card (Fillable pdf)
Confirmation Bias presentation slides
Better, Safer, and More Effective Flight Instruction presentation slides
Personal Minimums and SMS presentation slides
“Automation Management: Accidents and Human Performance” slides
HSE 125 – Preflight Risk Assessment for Student Flights

Personal Minimums Reference Card (Fillable pdf)

Written personal minimums are an effective tool for reducing the effect of pressures and mission-mentality on our decision making. Fill out this card with careful reflection on experience and risk tolerance, and save to Foreflight “Documents” for easy reference before or during flight.