Daily Survival Guide

How to Land a Helicopter If the Engine Fails
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1. Immediately lower the collective.
   The collective changes the helicopter's altitude. Move the collective lever all the way down to descend.


2. Place your feet on the pedals.
   The left pedal moves the helicopter left. The right pedal moves the helicopter right. The cyclic moves the helicopter forward or backward. Do not aply too much pressure to either pedal.


3. Glide forward slowly.
   Look for a smooth surface, avoid landing in a field that may have rocks, stumps, or mud. Do not attempt a water landing. Stay strapped to your seat.


4. Pull the collective all the way up at about 50 feet above the ground.


5. Prepare for impact.
   Get on the cabin floor as soon as you feel impact, then run as soon as there is no danger of being hit by the rotor blades.