Who will announce drift and altitude changes during hover?

• A. NRCM(s)
• B. Pilots
• C. ATC
• D. Ground crew

Answer: (A)

During a hover, clear, real-time callouts about motion help keep the aircraft stable and safe. The NRCM(s) are the designated announcers for drift and altitude changes, acting as the dedicated observer and communicator for the crew. They watch for sideways drift caused by wind and rotor wash and for vertical movement as you rise or descend, and promptly alert the pilot so quick, precise corrections can be made. This separation of monitoring and control lets the pilot focus on flight attitude while the NRCM provides continuous situational feedback.

Pilots manage the controls and perform corrections, ATC gives external instructions but doesn’t typically call out drift during hover, and ground crew doesn’t participate in real-time flight callouts. That’s why the NRCM(s) role fits this responsibility best.