2CAB SOP Flashcards
Who is permitted to fly in a 2CAB simulator?
Only aviators assigned to the unit ATP. Any exception requires the authorization of a commander, O-5 or above. (2-2, d)
For the purpose of ATP requirements, who is defined as the Commander in regards to AR 95-1 para 4-10?
The Battalion Commander. (2-3)
Who is the waiver authority for individual ATP requirements?
The Brigade Commander. (2-4, a)
Who must be immediately informed of any non-medical suspensions from flying?
The Brigade Commander. (2-5)
What is the Brigade SOP’s guidance on battle rostering?
It can be useful for short periods such as training exercises or gunnery, however, long-term battle rostering may produce complacency, overconfidence, and non-standard procedures. (2-6)
Who may not have their semiannual flying requirements reduced?
Aviators on their first tour as an aviator or after an aircraft qualification course. (2-9, b)
May personnel take ordinary leave during their RL progression or during their APART period?
No, unless a case-by-case approval is given by the BN Commander or they have completed all elements of their APART and their annual flight physical.
What are the 2CAB uncontrolled airspace special weather requirements?
- Below 1000’ / 1 mile is a moderate risk.
- Overwater minimums will not be reduced below 1000’ / 3 miles.
(2-19, b)
May 2CAB aircraft use SVFR minimums?
Yes, traffic pattern flight may be conducted down to the minimum SVFR as ATC allows. (2-19, c)
How often will weather be updated?
Every two hours. Additionally, at each stop when operating on a stopover flight plan. Inability to do so will not be reason to end the mission - weather will be updated as soon as communication with a weather facility is possible (2-19, c)
What are the DVR requirements for Apaches?
If the aircraft has an operational video recorder it will have the appropriate recording medium installed and recording during flight operations. (2-27, b)
Who must attend the pilot brief’s?
Attendance to the pilot brief’s shall be mandatory, excused only by the BN Commander. (2-29, b)
What are the 2CAB bird strike procedures?
- If no damage is evident or detected, land as soon as practicable.
- If damage is suspected or detected, land as soon as possible.
What is the five step process to produce a PC?
- Identify the PC candidate.
- Convene a PC selection board.
- Conduct training and complete the PC checklist.
- Conduct an oral and flight evaluation.
- Conduct an interview.
(3-2)
Are telephonic briefings/approvals permitted?
Yes, though VOCO approvals should be used only when absolutely necessary. The PC will annotate “VOCO” followed by the rank, last name, and DTG of the briefing/approval officer. (4-1, a, (4), f)
Who are the 2CAB risk approval authorities?
- APU/GSE — Platoon Leaders
- LOW — Company Commanders
- MODERATE — BN Commander or O-4 and above in his absence
- HIGH – BDE Commander or DBC in his absence
What weather should be briefed on the RAW?
The PC will indicate the worst weather to be experienced during the mission. (4-3, e)
If weather decreases below what was briefed on the RAW, what actions must be taken?
None, as long as the weather does not decrease below any restrictions placed by the MBO or below the minimum weather for the overall risk level (below 1000’ / 1 day [2 CAB SOP, 2-19], 1200’ / 2 night aided, or 1200’ / 3 night unaided [AK 95-1, Table 3-1] becomes a moderate risk). (4-3, e)
How does 2CAB define terrain flight?
Below 200’ AHO day and 500’ AHO night. Terrain flight will not be performed unless authorized in the mission briefing. (5-1, b)
Lower altitudes are permitted for weather avoidance. (5-3)
What precautions will PCs take to prevent maneuver damage?
When hovering or at low airspeeds the PC will ensure the aircraft remains 500’ slant range from buildings, livestock, cultivated fields, or anywhere damge may occur due to rotor downwash. (5-6, d)
Define formation flight:
A flight in which two or more aircraft are in such proximity that the others must duplicate the movements of the lead aircraft. (6-1, a)
Define multi-aircraft operations:
The movement of two or more aircraft in one or more formations. (6-1, b)
Are attack aircraft considered part of the flight they are escorting?
No (6-2, c)
What considerations should be made when planning NVG routes?
Routes will be planned and flown so rates of climb and descent will not exceed 500 fpm and to avoid heading changes of more than 60 degrees enroute and more than 30 degress from the SP/RP to the LD or PZ/LZ. (10-5)
