Further Procedures

After a successful landing, the flight is not yet complete. Depending on the situation, it is important to leave the aircraft as quickly as possible and get yourself and the passengers to safety (fire hazard). In addition, first aid may have to be provided and the authorities informed.

General procedures for the emergency evacuation of aircraft on the ground are described in Chapter 1 of this document. It is worthwhile for every pilot to go through this topic at regular intervals to be prepared for this eventuality.

Once you are at a safe distance from the aircraft, your first concern must be for the welfare of those involved.

• Is everyone all right?
• Is anyone injured?
• Is anyone missing?

If a person needs help, medical assistance should be requested and first aid provided as soon as possible.

Anyone who finds themselves in rough terrain/mountains after a successful emergency landing should do the following:

• If possible, determine your own position. Establish contact with REGA (possibly via the REGA app, for which a very limited reception is sufficient).
• Make sure that the aircraft's emergency transmitter has been activated. If necessary, try to contact an airliner or military aircraft via 121.500.
• Always keep a mobile device in operation (even if there is no reception). It can be tracked by search helicopters.
• Stay as close to the accident site as possible for as long as possible. It is easier to find a wreckage than a lost person. Your equipment may not be suitable for descending a glacier.
• Be aware of helicopter noises by waving and standing in a Y position. At night, flash a torch or light a fire. During the day, possibly make smoke.
• Ensure protection from the weather.
• If staying longer: boil water if possible.

Accidents and serious incidents must be reported immediately to the appropriate office. For incidents in Switzerland, the Rescue Coordination Center (RCC) must be notified immediately. In addition, for incidents involving aircraft registered in Switzerland (including abroad), the reporting office of the Swiss Transportation Safety Investigation Board (STSB) must be contacted. The STSB reporting office is the alarm centre of Swiss Air-Rescue / REGA. If necessary, medical assistance can also be requested in this way.

In addition, certain incidents must also be reported to the authorities. In Switzerland, this is the Federal Office of Civil Aviation / FOCA.

For accidents or incidents abroad, the instructions of the respective country must also be followed.

More detailed information on reporting flight accidents and incidents can be found in the VFR Manual Switzerland / VFRM Switzerland in the GEN chapter. Here you will also find all the necessary telephone numbers.