ICAO experts mulling changes for helo IFR and heliport rules
Expert groups at the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) are designing new rules for helicopter IFR procedures and heliport construction.

Expert groups at the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) are designing new rules for helicopter IFR procedures and heliport construction. Developed primarily with Europe in mind, the guidelines are expected to be released sometime next year, according to ICAO officials.

ICAO’s Obstacle Clearance Panel (OCP) is developing improved helicopter IFR procedures through the use of satellite navigation equipment. The goal is for precision guidance on low-level routes to so-called “points in space.”

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