Aircraft Handling Fundamentals Flashcards
EAWS
1
Q
SE
A
support equipment to service, test, and troubleshoot aircraft systems
2
Q
Grounding Aircraft
A
ground to a certified static ground first then to the aircraft grounding receptacle
3
Q
Why is it necessary to ground the windshield
A
static electrical charge may be built in the windshield from flight
4
Q
Initial Tie-Down
A
6 chains; 45 knots
5
Q
Normal Tie-Down
A
9 chains; 45 knots
6
Q
Moderate Tie-Down
A
14 chains; 46-60 knots
7
Q
Heavy Weather Tie-Down
A
20 chains; 61 knots and up
8
Q
Mandatory Hand Signals
A
emergency stop and wave off
9
Q
Towing Speed
A
5MPH
10
Q
How many people to move an aircraft
A
6-10 people
11
Q
Emergency Shore Based Recovery Equipment
A
stop aircraft in the shortest distance possible
