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Helicopter Pursuit Operations

U.S. Department of Justice
Office of Justice Programs
National Institute of Justice 
August 1998

Highlights
Advancements in helicopters and on-board auxiliary equipment have improved the ability of police departments to fight crime and maintain public safety. Helicopters assist police activities by providing sup-port and a presence in the air. They serve an important part in the advancement of law enforcement strategies and tactics. From their observational vantage point, the helicopter pilot or observer can monitor a vehicle safely and provide pertinent information to ground pursuit officers allowing them to:

  • Remain in close proximity to the suspect while tracking the location and direction without being noticed, enabling officers on the ground to take action once the suspect has stopped or exited the vehicle.
  • Assist with a call involving an officer in trouble by providing directions and if necessary a show of force.
  • Report on traffic or environmental conditions. The versatility, range, and vantage point of the helicopter allows ground officers to conduct pursuits more successfully, decreasing the use of high-speed pursuits and increasing apprehension rates.

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