108 Airfield Familiarization Fundamentals Flashcards
Define the term Aircraft Handling
General term that describes movement of aircraft or associated equipment.
State the vehicle speed limits on the flight line and around the aircraft.
10mph on work areas, 5mph within 50 ft of aircraft.
State the maximum towing speed of an aircraft.
5 mph or speed of slowest walker.
Name the 4 categories of tiedown requirements
Initial (3-6), intermediate (6-9), permanent (9-12), heavy weather (12-24)
State the purpose of the emergency shore-based recovery equipment
Arresting equipment that stops aircraft at a rapid pace with little room to land during emergencies such as no brakes
State the purpose of the MA-1A overrun barrier
It stops runaway aircraft. Aircraft must have a nose-wheel to work properly
State the minimum personal protective equipment required on flight line and ramp area
Routine maintenance: work area assessed to determine what PPE is required
Flight Operations: Helmet, eye pro, ear pro, boots, gloves
Identify the safety hazards associated with Intakes
Has power to suck in gear or personnel
Identify the safety hazards associated with Exhaust (engine and APU)
High temperature and velocity, causes burns
Identify the safety hazards associated with Propellers
Ability to cut body parts
Identify the safety hazards associated with Rotor blades
ability to cut body parts, approach helo at the 3 or 9oclock position
Identify the safety hazards associated with Hot Brakes
Do not dump water or CO2 on them. Let air cool and don’t touch
Explain the significance of Runway Numbering System
Numbered according to magnetic heading
Explain the significance of Threshold Markings
White stripes, designated landing areas on runway “piano keys”
Explain the significance of Airfield Lighting System
Runways lit by white lights, taxi ways by blue lights, Rotating beacon identifies type of airfield, 1 green; 2 white signifies military
