Helibase
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Incident Helibase is the location where the helicopters are parked, serviced, and refueled. Often, this temporary facility is located at a nearby airport, a helibase can be made out in a field near the incident. The name of the base is designated by the name of the incident. Large incidents can have more than one.
An emergency crew must be on hand at a helibase for fire protection and crash rescue purposes. A helibase is designated on an incident map by a "H" in a circle.
[edit] See also
[edit] NIMS Predesignated Facilities and Areas
- Incident Command Post (ICP)
- Incident Base
- Camp, or fire camp
- Mobilization and staging area
- Helibase and supporting Helispot and Drop Point
[edit] References
NIMS 3.04
