ALSE MANUAL 13520.1C Flashcards

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(INFLATABLE EQUIPMENT) Inspection and maintenance area shall be large enough to…

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  1. service the largest inflatable item
  2. the greatest number of inflatable items per set.
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(INFLATABLE EQUIPMENT) environmental conditions

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temperature and humidity maintained between 65-75F and 40-60% humidity.

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SEAS-1 Mandatory Breathing Air Testing

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  • CGA modified grade E (ANSI/GCA G-7.1)
  • oxygen: 20-22%
  • carbon dioxide: 500 ppm
  • carbon monoxide: 10 ppm
  • methane: 25 ppm
  • water vapor: 67 ppm
  • dew pt: -50F
  • odor: none
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(INFLATABLE EQUIPMENT) LRU-33/A life raft

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  1. Used as an HC-130 wing raft
  2. Capacity: 20 persons
  3. Overload capacity: 30 persons
  4. CO2 inflation assembly: - rated@3,500 PSIG(+/- 100)

**filled to 3,160 PSIG (+/- 100)**

  • pull force 6-15 lbs
  • overpressure rupture disk will burst@4,500-4,950 psi
  • The LRU-25 raft provides 18 emergency drinking water packets for the crew in the survival items bag. (LRU-25 MPC)
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(INFLATABLE EQUIPMENT) RSLR-1 life raft

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  1. weighs 7 pounds and provides 180 pounds of floatation
  2. design shape within 30 sec.

**screening of the RSLR-1 is @ 1PSI** (MPC)

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(INFLATABLE EQUIPMENT) LRU-25/A life raft

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  1. Capacity: 6 persons
  2. Overload capacity: 9 persons
  3. Inflation time: 30 sec.
  4. CO2 inflation assembly - rated@3,500PSIG(+/- 100)
    - pull force 6-15 lbs
    - overpressure rupture disk will burst@4,500-4,900 psi
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(ADS) Packing Table

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45ft X 36in X 36in

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(ADS) Wet Locker

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  • used for washing & drying parachutes
  • ceiling should be high enough to permit parachute to be hung at full length.
  • SHALL NOT have windows or skylights
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(ADS) Washroom

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  • used for cleaning parachutes
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(ADS) Cargo weight requirements

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  1. 12 ft. canopy: 40-70 pounds
  2. 28 ft. canopy: 70-250 pounds

**over 250 pounds not authorized**

**any cargo weight below 40 pounds will be ballasted to bring weight to a 40 pound minimum**

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water storage bag

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capable of holding 5 quarts of water

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sea dye marker

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visibility: apprx. 2 miles@3,000ft.

duration: exhausted in 20-30 min. and ceases to be a good target after 1 hour.

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forward osmosis filtration system

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  • crew pack contains 5 filtration bags & 10 syrup packs
  • filtration membrane: 0.0003 microns in diameter
  • removes 97% of salt from sea water
  • one 4-ounce syrup charge will produce 17 ounces of drink from 60 ounces of 60F saltwater in 5 hours
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emergency drinking water packet

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  • 4 1/2 ounces of pure drinking water
  • 5 year life span or until date stamped is illegible

The LRU-25 raft provides 18 emergency drinking water packets for the crew in the survival items bag. (LRU-25 MPC)

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chemical light wand(s)

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  1. 4-inch: 6 hour duration
  2. 6-inch: 12 hour duration
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distress strobe marker

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  • AA batteries
  • 150,000 peak lumens per flash
  • Omni directional
  • visibility: 2 miles minimum
  • duration: 8 hours continuous@32F
  • waterproof: 33ft. (1 atmosphere)
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survivor locator light

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  • provides 1-candlepower
  • produce light continuously for 8 hours once activated
  • thickness SHALL NOT exceed 0.438 inches(+/- 0.010)
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emergency signal mirror

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  • 2 x 3 inches
  • on a sunny day, reflected glare has a brightness of apprx. 8 million candlepower
  • visibility: up to 40 miles
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sunburn preventative

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  • minimum 30 SPF
  • can become ineffective during storage after apprx. 2 yrs
  • 2 layers of electrical tape on cap to prevent leakage

**free of PARA-AMINO BENZOIC ACID (PABA)**

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emergency signal whistle

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  • no moving parts
  • audible range: apprx. 1,000 yards depending on surface conditions & user
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Meals Ready to Eat (MRE)

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  • weight: 13-16 ounces
  • calories: 800 - 1,200
  • minimum shelf life of 3 years@80F OR 6 months@100F
  • found on HC-130 as supplemental crew meals AND/OR ASRK-18 and other survival kits
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22
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RS radio

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  • operating temperature: -4F to 140F
  • waterproof rating: IPX8, 1.5m.(4.9 ft.) of water for 30 min.
  • 2,000 mAh lithium battery allows 15-16 hours of operation under normal conditions
  • instant access channels: 9 & 16
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drop radio

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  • waterproof rating: IPX7 standard or better
  • ability to function properly after submersion at 1 meter for 30 minutes.
  • alkaline battery tray
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406 PLB

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  • internal lithium battery (replacement after 5 years OR after emergency use)

transmits on:

  1. 121.5 MHz for a minimum of 48 hours
  2. 406 MHz every 52.5 sec.
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(OXYGEN) only oxygen conforming to __________

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MIL-0-27210, TYPE 1

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(OXYGEN) oxygen cylinders depleted below 50 PSIG SHALL _________.

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be marked “EMPTY”

27
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(OXYGEN) oxygen cylinders depleted below 15 PSIG SHALL __________.

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be removed from service for heat vacuum treatment.

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(OXYGEN) Liquid Oxygen(LOX)

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  • pale blue, non-viscous water-like fluid
  • boils@-279F
  • 1.14 times heavier than water
  • weighs 9.527 pounds per gallon
  • expands to apprx. 860 times in original volume
  • do not leave valves completely open, fully opened followed by backing off 1/4 turn
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(OXYGEN) oxygen maintenance shop

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  • temperature: 65-75F
  • humidity: below 50%
  • mechanical exhaust fans capable of providing a MINIMUM of 10 air exchanges per hour
  • oxygen is about 10% denser than air
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(OXYGEN) gaseous oxygen systems

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  1. high pressure: 500-1,800 PSIG
  2. low pressure: 0-500 PSIG
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(OXYGEN) gaseous oxygen servicing trailer

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  • consists of 8 cylinders
  • designed for both high & low systems
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(OXYGEN) LOX servicing trailer

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  • apprx. weight when full = 1,200 lbs
  • designed to store 50 g

**Annular Space: space between the inner & outer shells. The annular space is:

  1. insulated
  2. holds a vacuum
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(OXYGEN) MA-1 emergency bottle

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  • used on HC-130(low pressure)
  • operating range: sea level - 43,000
  • used with 1506V Folding Quick-Don Mask
  • selector knob:
    1. NORM:
    2. 30M: 1.6 - 2.4 positive pressure
    3. 42M: 5.5 - 6.5 positive pressure
    4. EMER: 12.0 - 14 positive pressure
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(OXYGEN) 5500 series emergency oxygen bottle

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  • used on HU-25(high pressure)
  • operating range: sea level - 40,000
  • used with the Full Face Quick-Don Mask
35
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folding rescue litter

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  • weight: apprx. 45 lbs.
  • load capacity: in excess of 600 lbs.
  • 5 lb. ballast weight (counter weight stability)

TQ: the black restraining strap (chest strap) is installed with the female bayonet fitting on the left and the male bayonet fitting on the right. This is opposite of all the other straps. (MPC)

TQ: the RS shall connect the gray restraint strap under the survivor’s arms and over chest. Continue connecting the remainder of the colored restraint straps as appropriate. (M3710.4)

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medevac board

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  • weight: apprx. 19 lbs.
  • load capacity: in excess of 300 lbs.
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rescue basket

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  • weight: apprx. 40 lbs.
  • load capacity: 600 lbs.

**MIL-PRF-32033 lubricating oil for basket hinges** (POST-USE)

TQ: the phillips head plug is located on the center vertical tube. (MPC)

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survivor strop(sling)

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  • load capacity: 600 lbs.
  • apprx. 71 inches long
  • chest retainer strap is mandatory (except USCG RS’s)
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quick strop

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  • friction slide feature
  • crotch strap SHALL be utilized at all time when survivor: 1. unconscious
    2. unresponsive
    3. incapacitated

**during hoisting, survivor should be facing RS**

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portable salvage pump

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  • rated output: 120 g. per minute
  • 3 horsepower, four cycle engine
  • will operate 4-5 hours (3.8L)
  • 3 in. discharge hose
  • 2 in. suction hose
  • delivery methods:
    1. ADS - fixed wing
    2. direct hoist - rotor wing
    3. indirect hoist (trail line)
  • rotor wing

**repairs that exceed technicians capabilities may be accomplished at a local small engine shop**

TQ: check fuel filter visually for contamination. If present, replace filter with P/N 4207201 (Darley) (MPC)

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trail line & weight bag

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  • preventing oscillation and spinning of rescue devices
  • 105 ft. of orange polypropylene line w/ weak link

**107 ft of polypropylene for trail line fabrication**

  • weak link will break@ apprx. 300 lbs.
  • 5 lb. weight bag
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hoist quick splice

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  • used when hoist cable is:
    1. cut
    2. broken
    3. frayed
  • plate constructed of 1/4 in. aluminum

**spring clip provided in slot #5**

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emergency recovery device (ERD)

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  • designed for 60’s
  • kermantle static line is 155 ft.
  • when rigged properly, ERD provides 140 ft. of usable line - maximum weight: 300 lbs.
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aerial sea rescue kit (ASRK-24)

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  • 4x250-foot long, buoyant polypropylene lines connect containers
  • containers 1, 3, & 5: multiplace life rafts
  • containers 2 & 4: waterproof survival equipment
45
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summer flyer’s coveralls

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  • only authorized color: olive drab
  • begin to char@ 700-800F
  • sized in 24 male & 48 female sizes
46
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flight sunglasses

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  • ANSI Z87.1 safety
  • ANSI Z80.3 optical
  • non-polarized
  • non-gradient
  • non-light adjusting lenses

**aircrew personnel that require prescription sunglasses for aircrew duty WILL utilize the HGU-4/P**

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HGU-4/P sunglasses

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  • consist of metal frame
  • clear acetate nose pads
  • temple tips
  • ophthalmic crown glass lenses of neutral density
  • carries in a crush resistant carrying case
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flight jacket

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  • designed to provide thermal protection in temperatures of 50F and above.
49
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multi climate protective system (MCPS)

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  • waterproof, windproof, breathable, and 4 weights of insulating undergarments.
  • the waist is kept snug with 2-inch elastic to reduce torso drafting
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aviation flight boots

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  • purchase of safety equipment authorized by 14 USC 477

requirements:

  1. safety toe (steel or composite)
  2. black leather
  3. non-marking
  4. black stitching
  5. winter boots: insulation must be a minimum 200-gram Thinsulate(R)

**for authorized commercial equivalents purchasing, consult the latest AIRLOG boot authorization message posted on the ALSE Technical Service website.**

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summer weight flight gloves

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  • use in warm to moderate temperatures
  • provide maximum dexterity
  • sizes: 7 - 11
  • fabric begin to char: 700 - 800F
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winter weight flight gloves

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**designated for use by non-pilot aircrew member only**

  • moderate dexterity

sizes: SM - XXLG

fabric begin to char: 700 - 800F

modifications:

  1. repairs limited to re-stitching
  2. re-stitched to alteration and re-stitching finger sections to accommodate a person with a finger amputation.
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aircrew dry coveralls (ADC)

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  • rotary wing personnel on flights over water where exposure to existing climatic and water conditions, as a result of abandonment of the aircraft, could be hazardous or fatal.
  • protection from exposure to 32F water for a period up to 14 hours.
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service life of the ADC

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  • 7 years

**may be extended to 10 years. If the ADC is in serviceable condition, send to manufacturer for leak test. Write “+3 years” on the label in indelible ink**

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helicopter rescue swimmer harness

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weight: apprx. 9.5 lbs.(including equipment)

buoyancy: 35 lbs.

functions:

  1. additional floatation
  2. hoisting capability to helicopter
  3. RS equipment stowage.
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(OXYGEN) full face quick-don mask

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  • used on: HU-25

protects against:

  1. effects of depressurization
  2. contaminated air
  3. toxic fumes

max. flow rate: 120 L/min

max. operating pressure: 40,000 ft.

**donned single handed in less than 5 sec.**

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(OXYGEN) 1506V folding quick-don mask

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used on: HC-130

  • full communication capabilities when used with ICS

**the exhalation portion of the valve is constructed so that only a pressure of 1 millimeter of mercury greater than the inlet pressure, allowing exhaled air to flow from the mask**

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who jointly review(s) and prioritize ALSE issues?

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1) CG-41
2) CG-711
3) CG-1131(flight safety)
4) ALC

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LPU-27/PE Survival Vest

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  • Designed for constant wear for rotary wing aircrew
  • Used only by aircrew members trained in their use
  • Weighs 12.5 lbs(including equipment)
  • 65 lbs of buoyancy
  • TQ: 6 pockets for storing survival items
  • Should be inflated AFTER egress from aircraft.
  • Inspection Intervals:
    1. ) Acceptance (which includes a functional test)
    2. ) Leak test not to exceed 180 days
    3. ) Functional test that coincide with every sixth leak test inspection or every 36 months
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Crewmember Aircraft Safety Belts (Gunner’s Belts)

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  • Stencil in 2-inch black letters the date of expiration (day/month/year).
  • Visual inspection will be accomplished not to exceed 30 days.
  • Post-use inspection (saltwater environment only) shall be accomplished after each use. The inspection includes rinsing with fresh tap water and air-drying. (PG-85-00-310-A)

CAUTION
BOTH FIXED AND ROTOR WING CREWMEMBER AIRCRAFT SAFETY BELTS HAVE A 5-YEAR SERVICE LIFE AND SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE IF ITEM IS PAST ITS LIFE LIMIT