BWS Hazards to Terrain Flight (2012.02)

Question 1

Hazards to Terrain Flight

MNEMONIC

(MPH)

Answer 1

• Meteorlogical
• Physical
• Human

Question 2

Hazards to Terrain Flight

Meteorlogical Conditions

Answer 2

• Ceilings (Altitude)
• Reduced visibility (Airspeed / Reaction Time)
• Winds / Turbulence (Terrain Flight / Obstacles)

Question 3

Hazards to Terrain Flight

Physical Conditions

Answer 3

• Natural Hazards (Vegetation, Terrain, Birds)
• Manmade (Buildings, Bridges, Towers, Aircraft, Wires)

Question 4

Hazards to Terrain Flight

Human Conditions

Answer 4

• Fatigue
• Lack of experience
• Lack of familiarization with environment

Question 5

Hazards to Terrain Flight

Six Types of Wires

Answer 5

1. Power Lines
2. Communication Wires
3. Enemy Erected Wires
4. Fences
5. Guy Wires
6. Missile Guidance Wires