Chp 2 Parking And Picketing In Adverse Conditions

Question 1

What is the purpose of the precautions taken in adverse conditions?

Answer 1

To ensure the safety of the Aircraft and all personnel.

Question 2

What are common hazards covered for ground operation of the aircraft in strong winds?

Answer 2

1. Folding the main rotor blades.
2. Parking the aircraft in a hangar.
3. Locking the rotor brake.
4. Mooring the aircraft.
5. Picketing the aircraft.
6. Care when opening canopy doors.

Question 3

What precautions should be taken when parking aircraft in low temperature environments?

Answer 3

1. Requires careful study and knowledge of local conditions.
2. Monitor the effect of accumulations of snow on upper surfaces of aircraft.
3. Allow for fuel expansion when filling tanks if moved to a heated hangar.
4. Fit protective covers after the last flight of the day.

Question 4

What is necessary when parking aircraft in high temperature environments?

Answer 4

1.Requires careful study and knowledge of local conditions.
2.Park AC in the shade and fit covers to protect transparencies against the effects of UV radiation and prevent ingress of water, insects, sand and dust
3. Seal AC apertures if parked for length of time
4. Fit pitot head covers and static vent bungs as soon as practical after flight to prevent the ingress of foreign material such as dust and insects