1
Q
What is the manual for dual point rigging of a HMMWV?
A
TM 4-48.11
2
Q
Does age of airframe affect MEL or ACL?
A
ACL
3
Q
What lengths are available for the four loop ADS?
A
3, 9, 11, 12, 16, 20 and 28 Feet
4
Q
What is the rated capacity of the 15 foot tie down strap or Dacron lashing?
A
10,000 LBS
5
Q
What may be used to clean a cargo hook reach pendant?
A
Warm water and mild detergent
6
Q
What is the minimum circumference with a polyester round sling when making a choker hitch?
A
None
7
Q
What is the reference and appendix for the DA 7382?
A
TM 4-48.09 Appendix I
8
Q
What is an example of length extensions used during white out conditions?
A
20 and 40 feet aerial delivery slings, polyester round slings
9
Q
Name three advantages of aerial delivery
A
- Rapid movement of heavy equipment.
- Ability to bypass surface obstacles.
- Rapid relocation of supplies and equipment.
- Use of multiple flight routes and landing sites.
- The establishment of multiple landing sites, greater movement flexibility for ground commander.
10
Q
What manual covers the 5k Cargo Net?
A
TM 4-48.09
11
Q
Which unit actually rigs the load?
A
Supported Unit
12
Q
Which type of load is not stable until it is streamlined?
A
Aerodynamic
13
Q
What is the rated capacity of the CH-53E center cargo hook?
A
36,000 LBS
14
Q
What is the rated capacity of the AC 6000500 Mod 1 pendant?
A
12,000 LBS
15
Q
How long is the CGU-1/B?
A
Adjustable
16
Q
What color is the 10K sling leg?
A
Olive Drab
17
Q
What is the mesh size for the 10K cargo net?
A
7.5 inch x 7.5 inch
18
Q
If a cargo hook reach pendant is rotated more than 360 degrees while suspended, what must happen?
A
Immediately land and inspect
19
Q
Rotor wash can exceed what speed?
A
120 Knots
20
Q
How far do you drive the grounding rod in loose sandy soil?
A
24 inches
21
Q
What is the manual for single point rigging an M1101 trailer?
A
TM 4-48.10
22
Q
Does humidity affect MEL or ACL?
A
ACL
23
Q
What is used to spot clean the ADS?
A
Soft bristle brush or clean damp cloth with Everblum Gold
24
Q
How often is a cargo hook reach pendant inspected?
A
Before and after every use and every six months.
25
What is the reference for the link count conversion chart?
TM 4-48.09 Appendix C
OR
TM 4-48.10 / TM 4-48.11 Appendix B
26
Which classification is a load that has been evaluated and approved by the Development Command Soldier Center?
Certified
27
What are the requirements to inspect a sling load?
E-4 and above and a graduate of Pathfinder, Air Assault, or Sling Load Inspector Certification Course
28
Which unit ensures proper supervision of the de-rigging?
Receiving Unit
29
What is the ACL of the UH-60A?
8,000 LBS
30
How long is the rope for a 25K Sling Leg?
12 Feet
31
What is the rated capacity of the green polyester round sling when used as a basket hitch?
10,600 LBS
32
What speed do we prepare loads to fly?
60 knots or greater
33
How far do you drive the grounding rod in firm ground?
6 to 8 inches
34
Who certifies sling loads?
Development Command Soldier Center
35
What is the form for a Sling Load Inspection Record?
DA Form 7382
36
What is the reference for a 15 foot tie down strap?
TM 4-48.02
37
What is the rated capacity of the 2 loop ADS?
8,900 LBS
38
How long is an 11K cargo hook reach pendant?
Approximately 5 feet
39
What are the methods used to stabilize a load?
1. Reduce airspeed
2. Streamline the load
3. Shorten the sling length
4. Add weight to the load
40
Who ensures the load is ready to fly prior to the arrival of the aircraft?
Signalman
41
Which unit provides advanced coordination with the supporting unit NLT 24 hours in advance?
Supported Unit
42
When rigging any load with a 25K sling set to be moved by a UH-60, what must you remember?
The UH-60 CANNOT accept a 25k Apex WITH a spacer.
43
What type of Nylon is used to construct the aerial deliver sling?
Type XXVI
44
If you are using a 25k Sling Set with 2 additional slings, how much can you lift?
25,000 LBS
45
What is used to remove oil and grease from a cargo hook reach pendant?
Varsol and Mineral Spirits
46
How many ID tags must be legible on the polyester round sling?
One
47
What is the minimum length a sling must be for a load to fly?
6 feet
48
How far from the metal hook end of the discharge wand would you grab?
16 inches
49
What configuration is it when two loads are rigged one beside the other?
Shotgun
50
How many copies, and who receives copies of the Sling Load Inspection Form?
3 Copies:
1. Supported Unit
2. Supporting Unit (Aviation)
3. Receiving Unit (Taped securely to the load)
51
Which unit provides assistance in the recovery and return of sling load equipment?
Supporting Unit
52
Do environmental conditions affect MEL or ACL?
MEL
53
If placing 6 sling legs onto an apex fitting, from Left to Right, what is the sequence?
1, 3, 5, 6, 4, 2
54
When rigging a load with multiple aerial delivery slings as lifting provisions, what do you have to keep in mind?
Make one complete twist of the sling for each 3 feet of sling length
55
If 4 medium suspension clevises are used as lifting provisions, what is the rated capacity?
15,000 LBS
56
What is the rope diameter for a 25K sling leg?
1 1/4 inch
57
What is the volume for a 5k cargo net?
125 cubic feet
58
How long is a red polyester round sling?
30 feet
59
Who will direct the positioning of the load prior to the arrival of the aircraft?
Signalman
60
Which classification is a load carried on a one time or low or low frequency basis?
Unique
61
What are the references for the Type XXVI multi-loop line?
TM 4-48.09 and FM 3-21.38
62
Which type of load offers the best stability?
High Density
63
What is the ACL of the CH-47D aft cargo hook?
17,000 LBS
64
How much does the AC 6000500 Mod 1 pendant weigh?
53 LBS
65
If a dry cleaning solvent is not available, what may be used to clean the aerial delivery sling?
1/2 cup hand washing detergent in 1 gallon of warm water
66
What is the total length of the 10k sling leg?
20 feet
67
What does the ground crew normally consist of?
1. Signalman
2. Static discharge man
3. Hook up man
68
How soon can static electricity build up after contact with the cargo hook has been lost?
Five seconds
69
Which configuration is one load rigged and two cargo hooks used during flight?
Dual point load
70
What is the advantage of using a cargo hook reach pendant?
It removes the need for a static discharge man and the aircraft is able to hover at a higher distance over the load.
71
Which unit establishes coordination with the supported and receiving units?
Supporting Unit
72
Does temperature affect ACL or MEL?
ACL
73
How often is the aerial delivery sling inspected?
Before and after every use and every six months.
74
What may be used to treat the looped ends of the cargo hook reach pendant?
Silicone Spray
75
Name 3 items of PPE for the ground crew.
1. ID Tags
2. Goggles
3. Earplugs
4. Rubber Gloves
5. Gloves
6. Helmet
7. Sleeves Rolled Down
8. Static Discharge Wand
9. Smoke Grenade
10. Flashlight With Wand
11. MC-140 Helmet
76
What is the reference to build a field expedient static discharge wand?
TM 4-48.09 Appendix D
Note: *D for "Discharge"
77
Which configuration is 2 or 3 standalone loads individually attached to 2 or 3 cargo hooks?
Multiple single point loads
78
Who supervise rigging and inspection of sling loads?
Pathfinder
79
What is the minimum weight of any sling load?
500 LBS for all aircraft except for the CH-53, which is 6,000 LBS
80
When making a choker hitch with the Type XXVI multi-loop line, what is the minimum circumference?
8 inches
81
Which unit selects, prepares, and controls the landing zone?
Receiving Unit
82
Who provides expertise in the planning and execution of both the PZ and HLZ operations?
Pathfinder
83
Which type of load is the least stable?
Low Density
84
What is the ACL of the UH-1N?
5,000 LBS
85
When lifting multiple single point loads with the CH-47, where does the heaviest load get placed?
Center Hook
86
How many static discharge wands must be used when attaching a dual point load to a CH-53E?
Two
87
What is the rated capacity of the 6 loop aerial delivery sling when used as a lifting provision?
17,000 LBS
88
What configuration is the sling-to-clevis most commonly seen in?
Vertical Pendant
89
What is the rated capacity of the Type IV connector link?
12,500 LBS
90
If you are using a 10K sling set with 6 sling legs and 6 medium suspension clevises, how much can you lift?
10,000 LBS
91
What is the pin size for the 10K apex?
1 1/8 inch
92
What is a polyester round sling most commonly used as?
Vertical pendant
93
If your polyester round sling weighs 75lbs, what color is it?
Blue
94
Between what distances does the greatest rotor wash occur?
20 and 60 feet
95
How far away and at what angle does the signalman position himself from the load?
20-25 meters, 45 degrees from either side
96
How far can static electricity arc during hookup procedures?
12 inches
97
What side of the load will the extension be laid during white out or brown out conditions?
Left
98
What are the classifications of sling loads?
1. Certified
2. Unique
3. Prohibited
4. Suitable
*Note: "CUPS"
99
Which unit advises the supported and receiving units on load limitations?
Supporting Unit
100
Who must operate the manual release when using the AC 6000500 Mod 1 pendant?
Air Crew
101
Certified loads are those certified by Development Command Solder Center after year __________; located at __________.
1984; Natick, MA
102
Dependent upon aircraft emergency landing/bailout plan, the signalman could be positioned at the __________ or __________.
10 O'Clock; 2 O'Clock
103
How many static discharge wands must be used when attaching a dual point load to a CH-47?
One
104
What manual covers Pathfinder Operations?
FM 3-21.38
105
Adverse weather and darkness is an advantage or disadvantage regarding sling load aerial delivery?
Disadvantage
106
What is ACL?
Allowable Cargo Load: The maximum load capacity for a particular mission and determines what the helicopter can lift. The ACL is based on:
1. The type of aircraft
2. Age of the airframe
3. Pilot experience
4. Altitude above sea level
5. Humidity
6. Aviations unit's SOP
7. Temperature
*Note: "TAP A HAT"
107
What is MEL?
Maximum External Load: Capabilities will vary due to the environmental conditions and the helicopter performance.
108
What are the 5 load configurations?
1. Single Point (1 Cargo Hook)
2. Dual Point (2 Cargo Hooks)
3. Multiple Point (Multiple Single Points; Multiple Hooks)
4. Tandem (Two loads rigged front to back; 2 cargo hooks)
5. Shotgun (2 loads rigged side by side, 1 or 2 cargo hooks.)
109
What are the four External Load Considerations?
1. Types of Loads
2. Helicopter Lift Performance
3. Sling Load Theory
4. AC Load Limitations
110
What is the Rated Capacity for the LUH-72A?
1,500 LBS
111
What are the Apex Restrictions for the LUH-72A?
ONLY POA: Shur-LOC S1316
ONLY Load: Cargo Net /
Training: Cement Block w/ 10k or 2k sling set.
112
What are the Rated Capacities for the:
1. UH-1N
2. UH-1Y
1. UH-1N: 5,000 LBS
2. UH-1Y: 5,000 LBS
113
What are the Apex Restrictions for the UH-1N and the UH-1Y?
Can: Nylon, PRS, 11k CHRP, 10k Potted Eye
Cannot: Metal, 25k CHRP, 25k Potted Eye
114
What are the Rated Capacities for the:
1. UH-60A
2. UH-60L
3. UH-60M
1. UH-60A: 8,000 LBS
2. UH-60L: 9,000 LBS
3. UH-60M: 9,000 LBS
115
What are the Apex Restrictions for the UH-60A, UH-60L, and the UH-60M?
Can: 10K Apex with Spacer, 25K without Spacer, PRS, 11K CHRP, 10K Potted Eye, Net Apex Fitting, Large Suspension Clevis
Can Not: Nylon, 10K Apex without Spacer, 25K Apex with Spacer, 25K CHRP, 25k Potted Eye
116
What is the Rated Capacity for the CH-46 A/D/E?
10,000 LBS
117
What are the Apex Restrictions for the CH-46 A/D/E?
Cargo Helicopters (CH) may accept any attachment point except Single Point Nylon.
118
What is the Rated Capacity for the CH-47 D/F?
Center: 26,000 LBS
Fore: 17,000 LBS
Aft: 17,000 LBS
Fore & Aft Combined: 25,000 LBS
119
What are the Apex Restrictions for the CH-47 D/F?
Cargo Helicopters (CH) may accept any attachment point except Single Point Nylon.
*In Multiple Point:
Center: Heavy
Fore: Medium
Aft: Light
120
What is the Rated Capacity for the CH-53 E/K?
Center: 36,000 LBS
Fore: *Must be used in Dual Point Configuration
Aft: *Must be used in Dual Point Configuration
Fore & Aft Combined: 32,000 LBS
*In Dual Point:
Up to 60% of weight either on Fore/Aft
121
What is the length of the AC6000500 MOD 1 Pendant?
8 Feet
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flashcards
Decks in class (13)
# Cards
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Sling Load Operations - Nomenclature163
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Sling Load Operations - Helicopter Cargo Hook Characteristics & Load Configurations12
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Sling Load Operations59
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Sling Load Operations - Practice Test121
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HLZs - Common References & Formulas16
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HLZs - General Knowledge131
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HLZs - Helicopter & TDP Identification17
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HLZs - Book Review39
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Drop Zones - Abbreviations & Acronyms34
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Drop Zones - General Knowledge78
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Drop Zones - Airdrop Altitudes, Feet AGL14
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Drop Zones - Airdrop / Airspeed KIAS6
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Drop Zones - AF Forward Throw5
