Who supervises the establishment and marking of a helicopter landing site?

The establishment and marking of a helicopter landing site is primarily supervised by the Assistant Team Leader (ATL) throughout the entire process. This role is critical because the ATL is responsible for coordinating the logistics and ensuring that the site is properly established and marked for safe helicopter operations.

The ATL has the expertise and authority to evaluate the site, enforce safety measures, and communicate effectively with the helicopter crew to ensure that all protocols are followed. Their role encompasses not just the initiation of the landing site setup, but also overseeing adjustments and monitoring the ongoing conditions to maintain safety throughout the operation.

In contrast, other individuals or positions may have responsibilities in different aspects of the operation but do not oversee the complete establishment and marking process of the HLZ. For instance, local police may be involved in security but lack specific training in helicopter operations. Air traffic control officers focus on managing the airspace and ensuring safe travel routes rather than directly supervising landing sites. Designated pilots may understand the operational requirements for landing, but they do not oversee the establishment of the HLZ itself.