We’ve all done it—accidentally pressed a wrong button on a computer. It happens. Well, the US Marine Corps CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter has a lot of buttons and switches, and it’s really important to get them right.
Use the Checklist
Key Takeaways:
- A US Marine Corps CH-46 helicopter experienced an in-flight emergency with smoke in the cabin, caused by the auxiliary power unit (APU) being left running for an extended period due to a missed checklist item.
- The crew executed a precautionary landing in Sicily near a resort, which then led to a low-fuel situation during the return flight to the USS Saipan.
- The unscheduled landing on foreign soil necessitated an "oprep-3" report to national command authorities, highlighting the critical importance of adhering to checklists to prevent operational errors and their significant consequences.
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