TD 85

Question 1

State standards for TASK 2067: Select Landing Zone - Pickup Zone - Holding Area

Answer 1

1. Perform map/photo/visual recon
2. Determine LZ/PZ suitable for mission
3. Provide accurate/detailed info to organic/support unit
4. Confirm suitability of a holding area

Question 2

Tactical considerations for for executing fly-by reconnaissance:

Answer 2

Mission, Security, Location
Determine if the shape/size of the LZ/PZ/HA are suitable for the formation to be flown.

Question 3

What are the fly-by recon technical considerations?

Answer 3

Obstacles/hazards in the landing area/vicinity. Obstacles that can’t be eliminated must be plotted.

Question 4

What are the fly-by recon meteorological considerations?

Answer 4

Ceiling/visibility

Density Altitude

Winds

Question 5

What items will be considered when selecting a Holding Area (HA)?

Answer 5

1. Obstacles within HA
2. Cover/Concealment
3. Low terrain
4. Maneuvers/approach
5. Departure/security

Question 6

What are the confined area considerations for conducting LZ/PZ/HA reconnaissance?

Answer 6

Determine suitable ATIS/path for go-around. Determine number of ACFT that area can accommodate at 1 time

Question 7

For pickup zone selection size, what are the minimum recommended landing point separations?

Answer 7

CH-47: 80 meters
UH-60/AH-64: 50 meters

Question 8

Pick up zone considerations:

Blowing dust/snow, increase separation between aircraft by: ______

Land upslope for _______

Land side slope for _______

Answer 8

1. 50 1/2
2. 0-6 degree slope
3. 7-15 degree slope