ADS Flashcards
What are the limits for acid/alkaline contamination
ph reading 0f 5.0-9.0 is safe zone
below 5.0 is too acidic
above 9.0 indicate excess alkalinity
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Saltwater contamination
Any portion of an ads assembly which has been immersed in saltwater fora period of more than 24 hours or cannot be cleaned within 36 hours after immersion shall be used for cargo drop practice only and not used as an operational cargo ads assembly
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What are the two methods of cleaning an ads canopy
hand washing and machine washing with hand washing being attempted first
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What type of washing machine shall be used when washing the ads canopy
a front loading tumble-type washing machine. it must have temperature control, gentle wash cycle, and rinse cycle
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What % of break strength does the canopy lose from ultra violet rays?
7 days- 52%
14 days- 71%
21 days- 94%
Ultraviolet damage is identified by a yellowish color in daylight, white fluorescent when viewed by ultraviolet light. International orange deteriorates faster than white
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What kind of patch shall be used for any hole, cut, tears 1in square or less
single patch
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What kind of patch is used for a severe thread separation or a thread with broken threads
single reinforcement patch
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What kind of patch is used for holes, tears, cuts larger that 1in square(up to 8 in)
double patch, one on the inside and one on the outside of the canopy section
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What are the required dimensions for the parachute packing table
45 ft x 36 in x 36 in
M13520.1 3-2
The wet locker shall not have what
Windows or skylights
M13520.1C 3-2
What are the space limitations for the suspension lines for storage on shelves
4in from the wall and 12in from the floor
M13520.1C 3-3
How can you neutralize an acid stained not visibly degraded non load bearing part
Ammonia water, rinsed, air dried
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How do you remove mildew or fungus
Mild soap and water solution, rinse, dry
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How long after being exposed to PKP, protein foam, light water, a combination thereof(fire fighting agents) shall it be washed or it is deemed unservicable
30 Hours
Metallic parts can be treated and returned to service
Fabric exposed to soda acid discharge shall be removed & destroyed
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What do you use to wash biohazard contamination from ADS
Clean-Gear II
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How do you machine wash
Wrap metal fittings in heavy flannel cloth, gather suspension lines and tie with cord every 3 ft from the ends to the canopy skirt, lay canopy and lines in a cloth mesh bag, remove rubber bands from deployment bag
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What are the ideal conditions for the packing loft and dry locker
75 F and 60% humidity
M13520.1C 3-3
When can you machine dry
Only after 1 hour of drip drying
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How many single or double patches shall be installed on one single panel
Two single or one double patch
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What is the cargo weight for the the 12 and 28 ft canopies
12ft 40-70lbs
28ft 70-250lbs
M13520.1C 3-6
How long is the ADS static line
10 ft HU-25
15 ft C-130
M13520.1C p 3-7
ADS shall be considered beyond repair for any of the following reasons
- at least one complete gore is torn
- holes larger than 8 in long in 4 or more panels
- if more than 3 panels per canopy require replacement
- not more than 50 darned areas shall be permitted in any adjacent 8
gores, and no more than 200 darned areas shall be permitted in any
canopy - severed suspension line
- ruptured or frayed suspension line
- for training and operational ADS canopy suspension lines, one burn
spot per line is acceptable, provided the length is less than 1in and
remains flexible at that point. - deployment bag and trail line bibs that have tears longer than 3in or
holes larger than 1in - deployment bags that have any wear, fraying, or damage to the
webbing loop - frayed riser assembly
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M13520.1C 3-8
To reduce fabric deterioration how can hard water be softened
1 table spoon of sodium meta-phosphate per gallon of water
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What kind of attachment is required when stitching a radial seam next to a suspension line to prevent stitching into the suspension line
Cording foot
PG 85-00-310-A p 3-7 note
How far over canopy restitching should you over stitch a straight seam and zig zag seam
Straight seam-1-1/2 in
Zigzag seam- 1/2 in
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Deployment bags and trail line bibs that have tears longer than ___ or holes larger than ___ shall be condemned
3 in tears
1 in holes
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If adequate ceiling space in the wet locker is not available the suspension lines shall be chained. How shall the hoist lines be spaced
Minimum of 24 in apart and at least 12 in from the wall
M13520.1C p 3-2
What kind of lighting should be in the wet locker
Flush type incandescent lighting
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What shall be included in the washroom
Large wash tub or deep sink and large capacity industrial washer and dryer
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How many times daily should the recordings of the paraloft room temperature and humidity be taken
At least 3 times daily
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What lighting is the most desired for adequate lighting and free of shadows
Fluorescent
M13520.1C p 3-4
Parachutes should not be exposed to fluorescent lighting closer than how many ft
5 ft
M13520.1C p 3-4
During any one repack and inspection cycle a parachute shall not be exposed to incandescent light or direct sunlight for more than how many hours
36 hours
M13520.1C p 3-5
What will be done to cargo that weighs less than 40 pounds
Ballasted to bring to 40 pounds
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How long does the cutting device delay
10 seconds
M13520.1C p 3-6
How long is the static lines for the C130 and HU-25
C-130: 15 ft
HU-25: 10 ft
M13520.1C p 3-7
How much does an empty ADS can weigh
15 lbs
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A message block may be delivered from how high above highest obstacle on drop target
50 ft
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The ADS can weight capacity limit is what
90 lbs
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Mark a circle or square around area to be darned with a marking pencil, clearing the damaged area by at least how much
1/4 in
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Any hole, cut, or tears 1 inch square or less shall be patched with what
A single patch
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Holes, tears, or cuts larger than 1 inch square (up to 8inches) shall be repaired using a what patch.
Double, one on the inside and one on the outside of the canopy section
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If possible, anchor patch to at least one seam or hem. Single patches are sewn to which side of the canopy
Inside
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Outline the damaged area using a soft lead pencil. Outline a minimum margin of 1 inch around a 1 to 3 inch hole, 1 1/2 inches around a 3 to 6 inch hole, and 2 inches around a 6 to 8 inch hole.
Fluctuates from 1 in, 1.5 in, and 2 in
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Deployment bags and trail line bibs that have tears longer than 3 inches or holes larger than 1 inch shall be what
Condemned
PG 85-00-310A p 3-16
What type of dryer should be used
Any tumble action dryer with temperature control capability not to exceed 60 C or 140 F
PG 85-00-310-A p 3-4
How do you clean petroleum products
Repeated applications of mild soap and water solutions each application is followed by a rinse in fresh water
PG 85-00-310-A p 3-3
What is the minimum inspection interval
7 day weekly visual
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What is the tensile strength of the waxed nylon type 6 cord on the butterfly snap
80-lb break tape inspected on weekly
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