AR 95-1 Flashcards
What is the definition of AVIATION OPERATIONS?
Any operation with intent to start the main aircraft engines.
What is the regulation regarding the use of checklists?
will be used for PREFLIGHT through BEFORE LEAVING AIRCRAFT checks except for in flight if time does not permit (memory)
Can two PCs log PC time from the same flight?
No
When does flight time start and stop?
START: Lift off the ground
STOP: ENG Shutdown OR Crew Swap
Private, closed, or otherwise restricted airports and heliports will be used only with…
1) prior permission
2) facility is suitable for operations
When will anti-collision lights be on?
Anytime the engines are operating except when conditions may cause vertigo or other hazards to safety
When will position lights be on?
Position lights will be on bright between official sunset and sunrise
What is the minimum traffic pattern altitude for helicopters?
700’ AGL
When may commanders authorize exemptions to lighting requirements?
Threat Environments
NVD Training Flights
What are the fuel requirements for aircraft missions?
At takeoff, en route, arrival (+ alternate airport if required) and have a planned fuel reserve of VFR-20min / IFR-30min at cruise.
What weather information are aviators required to gather before takeoff?
Departure, En Route, Destination, and Alternate (if used)
Aircraft will not fly into known or forecasted _______ icing conditions. If a flight is made into known or forecasted __________ icing conditions, the aircraft must be equipped with adequate operational deicing or anti-icing equipment.
Severe
Moderate
Aircraft will not be intentionally flown into known or forecasted _______ turbulence or into known _________ turbulence.
Extreme
Severe
Aircraft will not be intentionally flown into _________.
Thunderstorms
What is the regulation regarding destination weather?
Destination weather must be forecast to be equal to or greater than VFR minimums at estimated time of arrival through one hour after ETA. Predominant weather will apply.
Individuals may deviate from AR 95-1 during ____; incident must be _____.
emergencies
reported within 24 hours
Crewmembers will hand carry and deliver their IATF and IFRF to the new unit within _____ after reporting for duty.
14 calendar days
What are the three steps of the Mission Approval Process?
Initial Mission Approval
Mission Planning and Briefing
Final Mission Approval
What are the four classes of missions Army aircraft may be authorized to perform? (classes of USE)
Required
Operational
Special Mission
Other Official
Army aircraft will NOT be used to conduct flights for ______ (i.e. transport personnel / equipment to any place or event in an ____)
personal use
unofficial capacity
In multi-engine aircraft, autorotation with a touchdown is ______.
prohibited
EP training will ONLY be conducted _____.
with an IP / SP
Missing your ATP requirements leaves three courses of action:
1) 30-day extension (BC)
2) Waiver (BDE CDR)
3) Flight Evaluation Board
(AVCATT) A maximum of ___ semiannually may be credited toward an aviator’s aircraft flying hour minimums.
6 hours
What is the aircraft currency requirement? If going uncurrent, what must be completed?
60 days
Proficiency Flight Evaluation
The PC will be the individual responsible for _________.
having final authority for operating, servicing, and securing the aircraft he or she operates.
Smoking or open flames are prohibited within _____ of Army aircraft.
50 feet
Aircraft must be _____ during fueling, de-fueling, and arming.
grounded
What Wx will aviators obtain prior to departure?
Departure / En Route / Destination and Alternate (if applicable)
Aircraft will not be flown into known or forecast ____ icing conditions.
severe
If flown into known or forecast ____ icing conditions, aircraft must have de-ice / anti-ice equipment. (Is our equip sufficient?)
moderate
NO (NGB heaters not installed)
Aircraft will not be flown into ________ turbulence or into ____.
known or forecast extreme
known severe turbulence
Aircraft will not intentionally be flown into ____.
thunderstorms
Destination weather must be forecast to be equal or greater than ________.
VFR minimums at ETA through 1 hr after ETA
When there are intermittent Wx conditions, ______.
predominant Wx will apply
What is helicopter SVFR minima (unless a higher minimum is required at airfield)?
1/2 mile and Clear of Clouds
IFR: Aviators flying helicopters may reduce destination Wx _____ but not less than ____. Reduction of “COPTER ONLY” is ___.
by 50%
1/4 mile
Not Authorized
If there is no weather reporting service, the aviator may use _____.
the area forecast
How long is a Wx brief good for? The crew should update weather briefing on ____.
1 hour 30 minutes
stopover fights
Who is responsible for the Flight Plan and has final flight plan approval authority?
Pilot in Command
Locally produced operations logs may be used for ______.
local flights
IFR: when is an alternate airfield required?
ALT not required if descent from IFR to VFR is possible
1) Radar Required
2) NAVAIDS unmonitored
3) Pred. Wx ETA + 1 hr is less than 400/1 GREATER than the VFR minima
Weight and Balance: The PC will ensure _____.
The accuracy of computations on the DD 365-1 and that the form is aboard the aircraft.
CG will remain within limits throughout the duration of the flight
An aviator who has flown more than ____ of actual Wx time as PC has no IFR take-off minimums.
50 hours
For PC less than 50 hours actual weather time, take off minimums are:
100’ and 1/4 mile vis
Aircraft will not be flown “VFR on-top” (over the top flights) for more than _____.
30 min
IFR: An approach may be initiated regardless of _______.
ceiling and visibility
When may an aircraft be flown below the published MDA or DH?
Runway environment in sight and aircraft in a position to land
_____ is responsible to ensure the flight plan is closed out.
The Pilot in Command
AR 95-1 gives us permission to use EMERGENCY GPS APPROACH by allowing GPS approaches via accepting ______ as permissible under EMER IIMC.
manual entry of waypoint data
The AH-64D is a Class __ aircraft with regards to Weight and Balance. This means that __________.
2
weight or CG limits can be readily exceeded
The aircraft must be re-weighed when ___.(5)
Overhaul / Major Repairs Modifications of 1% Basic Weight or greater Modifications (paint) - weight unknown Weight and CG suspected to be in error 24 Months have passed
DVR should be _______ but should not result in ______.
operational for all flights
mission cancellation
What are the oxygen requirements for the AH-64D?
> 10,000’ PA for more than 1 hour
12,000’ PA for more than 30 min
14,000’ PA for ANY period of time
18,000’ PA - pre-breathing required
What clothing / equipment is required when performing crew duties?
Leather FLT Boots / Helmet / Flight Suit / Gloves / Under Layer (approved) / ID Tags
What is the currency for SWET / HEEDS?
What is the currency for DUNKER?
1 year
4 years
