-10 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the primary function of the CH-47 helicopter?

A

The primary function of the CH-47 helicopter is to transport troops and cargo.

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2
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True or False: The CH-47 is also known as the Chinook.

A

True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The CH-47 has a maximum speed of approximately _____ knots.

A

170

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4
Q

What are the two main rotor systems of the CH-47?

A

The forward rotor system and the aft rotor system.

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5
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Multiple Choice: What is the primary powerplant used in the CH-47?

A

C. Honeywell T55

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6
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What is the maximum payload capacity of the CH-47?

A

About 24,000 pounds.

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7
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True or False: The CH-47 can operate in adverse weather conditions.

A

True

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8
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Fill in the blank: The CH-47 is equipped with _____ for enhanced night operations.

A

Night vision systems

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9
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What is the primary mission of the CH-47 in a combat environment?

A

To provide logistical support and troop transport.

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10
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a variant of the CH-47?

A

B. CH-47F

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11
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True or False: The CH-47 has a single engine configuration.

A

False

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12
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What type of landing gear does the CH-47 utilize?

A

Skid-type landing gear.

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13
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Fill in the blank: The CH-47 is capable of carrying _____ troops in its cabin.

A

33

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14
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What is the role of the flight engineer in a CH-47?

A

To monitor and manage the helicopter’s systems during flight.

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15
Q

Multiple Choice: The CH-47 is primarily used by which branch of the military?

A

A. Army

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16
Q

True or False: The CH-47 can be used for medical evacuations.

17
Q

What is the range of the CH-47 without refueling?

A

Approximately 1,100 nautical miles.

18
Q

Fill in the blank: The CH-47’s rotors are _____ feet in diameter.

19
Q

What is the primary method of loading cargo into the CH-47?

A

Through the rear ramp.

20
Q

Multiple Choice: Which component of the CH-47 contributes to its stability in flight?

A

A. Dual rotor systems

21
Q

True or False: The CH-47 is unable to perform in high-altitude operations.

22
Q

What is the purpose of the CH-47’s fuselage design?

A

To enhance aerodynamic efficiency and cargo capacity.

23
Q

Fill in the blank: The CH-47 can be equipped with _____ for external cargo transport.

A

Cargo hooks

24
Q

What is the crew composition for a standard CH-47 flight?

A

Two pilots and one flight engineer.

25
Q

Multiple Choice: What type of fuel does the CH-47 use?

26
Q

True or False: The CH-47 is not capable of vertical takeoff and landing.