Block 8 - Phase 1 Aircraft Handling Fundamentals

Question 1

Explain Aircraft Grounding procedures

Answer 1

First hook up grounding strap to certified static ground and then the aircraft grounding receptacle

Question 2

Initial tie down

Answer 2

Up to 45 knots, 6 chains minimum; initial tie-down is used immediately prior to, in between, or immediately after flight.

Question 3

Normal weather tie down

Answer 3

Up to 45 knots, 9 chains

Question 4

Moderate weather tie down

Answer 4

46-60 knots, 14 chains

Question 5

46-60 knots, 14 chains

Answer 5

Above 60 knots, 20 chains

Question 6

What is the aircraft towing speed?

Answer 6

Towing speed shall not exceed 5 mph or speed of slowest walker

Question 7

Who is assigned to the move crew?

Answer 7

Move director
Brake rider
Chock walker
Safety observer
Tractor driver

Question 8

What protective equipment is required on the flight line?

Answer 8

Steel toed safety shoes
Cranial impact helmet
Protective eye goggles
Leather gloves

Question 9

What are some Safety Hazard Areas?

Answer 9

Intakes
Exhaust
Propellers
Rotor brakes
Hot brakes

Question 10

Define TACAN?

Answer 10

Tactical Air Navigation

Question 11

Wind indicator?

Answer 11

Provides prompt issuance of wind directions and velocities to pilots.

Question 12

Airfield rotating beacon

Answer 12

airport rotating beacon is used to identify the airport’s

location during darkness and daylight hours

Question 13

Define ILS?

Answer 13

Instrument Landing System

Question 14

Define VOR?

Answer 14

VHF Omnidirectional Range

Question 15

Define GPS?

Answer 15

Global Positioning System