Coast Guard Helicopter Pilot Conducts Takeoff and Landing Training on Dokdo Ship

Dokdo-class amphibious assault ship

[Asia Economy Reporter Yang Nak-gyu] Helicopter pilots deployed for government disaster relief missions conducted shipboard landing and takeoff qualification (DLQ) training on the Navy's large transport ship Dokdo (14,500-ton class).

On the 15th, the Navy announced that it conducted the training near Namhyeongje Island off the coast of Busan to enhance rapid on-site response capabilities among related agencies in the event of maritime disaster accidents. Two Coast Guard Panda helicopters and eight Coast Guard pilots participated, while 12 pilots from the Fire Agency and the Police Agency observed.

When helicopters take off and land on ships, the risk increases due to the effects of waves and wind, requiring advanced piloting skills. The Navy plans to continue training for Fire Agency and Police Agency helicopter pilots to obtain and maintain their qualifications.

The Navy explained, "The training was conducted on the Dokdo because it is the only Navy ship equipped with a flight deck capable of operating five helicopters simultaneously among Navy vessels."

Serving as the command ship for amphibious operations and mobile task forces, the Dokdo has large-scale medical facilities including an emergency surgery room and radiology room, over 700 compartments, and the capacity to support meals for about 1,000 people. It is a multipurpose ship that can be utilized as a command center for rescue operations during national disasters and emergencies.

The Navy stated that the training was conducted while minimizing contact with crew members and adhering to quarantine guidelines and safety measures to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

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