Block II- Airframe Flashcards
How often does the helicopter surface need to be flushed with fresh water
Daily
How often does the helicopter get washed at sea
Every 7 days
How often does the helicopter get washed on shore
Every 14 days
What do the main rotor head dampers do
Restrain hunting of the main rotor blades
How many methods are there to lock and unlock the tail wheel
Electrically and manually
How many factors affect helicopter flight
4
What are the 4 factors that affect flight
Lift, weight, drag, and thrust
How many sections is the fuselage broken into
6
What are the 6 sections of the fuselage
Cockpit, cabin, transition section, tail come, tail rotor pylon, and main rotor pylon
What is the main function of the wire strike protection system
Protect the helicopter in case the airframe come in contact with wires
What does the wire strike protection system consist of
Seven cutter blades ( 2 on hydraulic bay door, 2 on the nose avionics bay door, 1 in front of each landing gear , and deflectors)
The tail wheel is capable of swiveling how many degrees
360 degrees
What does RAST stand for
Recovery , assist , secure , traverse
What does the RAST do
Aids in landing and securing an airborne helicopter to the flight deck of a sea going ship
What is made out of copper beryllium on the helo
Lock pin puller/ droop stops
