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ACES II Flashcards

1
Q

What initiates the E O2 system during an ACES II ejection?

A

The ejection seat moving up the guide rails.

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2
Q

Briefly explain the operational mode 1 of the ACES II system.

A

Low speed, low altitude ejection where the parachute deploys immediately after the seat departs the aircraft.

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3
Q

Which mode does not use the drogue?

A

Mode 1

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4
Q

What are the two main differences between modes 2 and 3.

A

Mode 2 is low altitude so the drogue is immediately deployed while in mode 3 its delayed as well as man seat separation and deployment of the parachute.

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5
Q

What function does the pilot parachute serve?

A

Strips the container off the packed recovery parachute.

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6
Q

What purpose does the emergency handle serve?

A

Disconnects the parachute container from the seat, releases the pilot parachute to deploy it allowing the crew-member to separate from the seat.

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7
Q

Name the major components of the recovery parachute systems.

A

Pilot parachute, canopy, risers, reefing line cutter, harness/canopy release, mortar, pitot tubes, mortar sleeve, container, and drogue.

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8
Q

Briefly describe the ACES II pilot chute bridal line.

A

29 in tubular line made in the shape of a Y the point where two legs start from the Y is called the yoke.

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9
Q

What purpose does the reinforcement bands serve on the ACES II recovery canopy?

A

Prevent canopy blowout.

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10
Q

What is the purpose of the reefing line cutters?

A

Deploy the canopy in stages to reduce the opening shock at high speeds.

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11
Q

What lines are the back up reefing line cutter lanyards installed?

A

7 & 21

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12
Q

What is the purpose of the canopy release link assembly?

A

To attach the riser straps to the crew-members torso harness.

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13
Q

What is the purpose of the ACES II pitot tubes?

A

Provide data to the seat recovery sequencer.

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14
Q

Why are the cotton covers incorporated over the suspension line storage tunnels?

A

To insert the reefing line cutter pocket stays during packing.

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15
Q

What is the purpose of the drogue parachute assembly used on the ACES II?

A

To decelerate and stabilize the ejection seat and to position the seat correctly for deployment.

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16
Q

What are the inspection intervals for the ACES II recovery system?

A

Before installation, preflight, 30 day, and annually. (every 5 years for the B-1)

17
Q

What is checked during a preflight on the parachute assembly?

A

The general condition and serviceability and checked to ensure the 30 day inspection or repack is not overdue.

18
Q

What are you looking for when inspecting the reefing line cutter lanyard?

A

Broken rings or missing stitching.

19
Q

What are you checking when inspecting the reefing line cutter lanyard?

A

Signs of fraying, deterioration, and attachment of the cutter firing lanyards.

20
Q

Name 5 items you inspect on the mortar assembly.

A

Collar for damage,, missing or defective parts, contamination, O ring for defects, tightness of screws, and lock wire for correct installation.

21
Q

What is the length of the installed reefing line?

A

156 in.

22
Q

When you stow the canopy what portion of it must you center over the mortar?

A

Top radial seam.

23
Q

What is the max amount of suspension line you can stow inside the container?

A

No more than 16 in.

24
Q

How far may suspension lines extend beyond the top and bottom edges of the tunnels on the container?

A

.75 on top and 1 in on the bottom.

25
Q

What size thread is used to tie the risers to the forward and aft tie down loops?

A

Single 8/7.

26
Q

How are sever or broken tread separations repaired on the ACES II recovery canopy?

A

By using a soft bristle brush or a pencil eraser.

27
Q

What size hole or tear only requires a single patch on the ACES II?

A

Smaller than 1 in.

28
Q

What amount of over stitching is required on the seam when the vent ring on the ACES II recovery canopy is replaced?

A

1.25 in.

29
Q

What amount of the inlet tube wall is removed during the repair of the inlet pitot tube?

A

.025 in.

30
Q

How long must the container filler dry at room temperature before handling or sanding.

A

30 hrs.

31
Q

What type of adhesives are used when the Velcro tape (hook) is placed on the ACES II recovery container?

A

Adhesives C-148B or P/N 1099.

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