Rooftop Emergency Heliports

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Rooftop Emergency Heliports

W. T. Sampson / S. Henninger / R. S. Fixler

In the process of developing two previous Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) documents, 'Rotorcraft Use in Disaster Relief and Mass Casualty Incidents - Case Studies' DOT/FAA/RD-90/10 and Guidelines for Integrating Helicopter Assets into Emergency Planning DOT/FAA/RD-90/11, it was determined that there was a need for further study regarding rooftop emergency heliports. The research for this project included an in-depth analysis of high-rise fire incidents in which helicopters have been used. Following this effort, a survey was conducted of building codes that were applicable to the construction of heliports and helistops on the roofs of high-rise buildings. These codes were examined to determine common and uncommon elements and to identify strengths and weaknesses. After analyzing this data, the FAA's Heliport Design Advisory Circular (AC) 150/5390-2 was reviewed. This data was then used to develop recommendations for additions or changes to the AC. Rotorcraft, FAA Heliport Design AC, Helicopter, Mass Casualty Incident, High-Rise Fires, Building Codes, Heliports/Helistops.