Which Bold Face item is NOT part of the Big 4 steps?

• A. TRANSPORT
• B. NR
• C. AIRSPEED/ALTITUDE
• D. ANALYZE

Answer: (A)

The Big 4 steps are the immediate cockpit actions that keep the helicopter controllable during abnormal or emergency conditions. They center on rotor RPM, flight parameter management, and rapid situation assessment.

Rotor speed (NR) is the first priority because losing rotor RPM endangers controlled flight. Maintaining proper airspeed and altitude (AIRSPEED/ALTITUDE) then helps you stay within safe flight margins and keeps options open for recovery or landing. Analyzing (ANALYZE) your indications and options quickly lets you choose the best corrective action under pressure.

Transport is not one of these immediate cockpit response actions; it’s a mission-oriented objective that would come after stabilizing the aircraft or as a subsequent step, not part of the core rapid-response sequence.