CNAV 3710.7 (May 2022) Flashcards
Actual Instrument Approach
when actual instrument conditions are encountered below 1000’ above the airfield or flight deck elevation during an instrument approach.
Actual Instrument Conditions
Condition external to the aircraft in flight do not permit visual reference to the horizon
Instrument Meteorological Conditions
Visibility, distance to clouds, and ceiling are less than required for Visual Meteorological Conditions. IMC conditions exist anytime when a visible horizon is not distinguishable.
Aircraft Commander Time
individual flight time designated as aircraft commander in the aircraft being flown serving as PIC. Is a measure of command experience and not of pilot experience
Aircrew
A collective term referring to all categories of personnel in a flight status either as crew or non-crew members. Aircrew are military personnel on competent flight orders.
Controlling Custodian
The command exercising administrative control of employment, assignment, and logistical support of an aircraft.
Reporting Custodian
Organizational unit of the lowest echelon of command accepting the responsibility (involving accountability to the CNO) for aircraft as assigned by CNO or by controlling custodian
Cross Country Flight (2 definitions)
A flight that either does not remain in the local area or remains in the local area but terminates at a facility other than an active military facility.
-…terminates at a facility other than home military facility
Local Flight
A flight that remains in the local area and terminates at either the same facility or another military facility with which the originating station has direct station-station
Flight
For helicopters, a flights begins when the aircraft lifts from a rest point or commences ground taxi AND ends after AIRBORNE flight when the rotors are disengaged or stationary for more than 5 minutes with rotors engaged
Hazard
A condition with the potential to cause personal injury/death, property damage, mission degradation.
Risk
A expression of possible loss in terms of severity and probability
Multi-Piloted Aircraft
2 sets of flight controls and instruments. Operated by two pilots, both who meet the requirements of the NATOPS manual for that model aircraft
Operational Necessity
A mission associated with war or peacetime in which the consequences of an action justify accepting the risk of possible loss of aircraft and crew**
Night Time
Portion of pilot time during darkness (ie between sunset and sunrise) on the surface below the aircraft in flight.
Passenger
A individual who is not a part of the aircrew traveling in an aircraft designed or normally configured for passengers (non-aircrew) carrying capability on a point to point flight
Officer in Tactical Command
The senior officer present eligible to assume command or the officer to whom he/she has delegated tactical command
Pilot in Command
The pilot assigned responsible for safe and orderly conduct of the flight and well being of the crew
Simulated Instrument Conditions
Conditions external to the aircraft are VMC but the pilot vision is limited primarily to the interior of the aircraft
The NATOPS program is…
a positive approach toward improving combat readiness and achieving substantial reduction in aircraft mishaps
CNAV manual is not intended to cover …
every contingency that may arise, rule of safety or good practice
Deviation from CNAV is allowed when (2)
(1) Tactical environment where military exigency may require on-site deviations from instruction/procedures
(2) Deviations from specified flight and operating instructions is authorized in emergency situations when, in the judgment of the pilot, safety justifies such a deviation.
FAR Exemptions (DDAMN)
Drug Interdiction: Allows operation at altitudes other than prescribed while engaged in drug interdiction operations, only to extent necessary for PID and VID, provided (1) dedicated observer (2) operable transponder with Mode C
Drug Interdiction: Allows deviation from lighting provided (1) dedicated on-board observer (2) equipment capable of detecting all aircraft in vicinity
Alternate Airport Requirements: per Chp 4
MTR: Deviation from IFR Altitudes for training in Military Training Routes
NVD: allows light-out training in any pre-defined area with an active NOTAM, below 500’ AGL provided (1) each has dedicated observer (2) escorted by properly lighted aircraft
Emergency and Humanitarian Operations
Naval aircraft operations are authorized in emergencies such as forest fires, search and rescue, major calamities and for humanitarian reasons involving life threatening circumstances. Notification of the operations SHALL be made to the CNO but without delaying action when time is an essential factor. Squadron CO and OIC will be under the direction of assigned Joint Task Force Commanders
Is embarkation of Law Enforcement Officials authorized and by who
Embarkation of civilian LEOs is authorized for helicopters. Approved by COMPACLT, COMNAVAIRLANT, CNATRA and delegated to # fleet commanders and type commanders
Does an embarked Law enforcement official required to complete survival training
SHOULD comply with NASTP requirements IF time and facilities permit
Non Essential Flights (ROHM)
The use of an aircraft for non-essential flights is prohibited. Any flight open to misinterpretation by the public SHALL be avoided. Examples are
-Flights of Routine business nature for which commercial or other military transportation could be more economically substituted
-Flights of Officer(s) for the sole purpose of prestige or convenience and not bona-fide training
-Repeated flights to the hometown of flight personnel concerned
-Coinciding with major sport or civic celebrations
Who is allowed to taxi an aircraft
Only those persons who are authorized to fly helicopters
Orientation Flights
One-time event for the following purposes: familiarize with aircraft or facilities, perform official FAA functions, other duties not assigned to flight crew
Orientation Flights - unit commander can authorize what?
Flights for active duty military personnel
Orientation Flights - type wing commanders/air wing commanders/higher authority can authorize what?
Federal, Government Officials or civilian contractor flights
Orientation Flights Prerequisites
SHALL receive appropriate physical screening by reporting custodian flight surgeon
NASTP is mandatory for all orientess unless waived
Embarkation of Passengers
-Authority blurb
-Who can it be delegated to
-Can you just taxi with someone
No person SHALL be enplanned or equipment embarked on naval aircraft unless authorization has been granted by competent authority. Reporting custodian of helicopter unit may authorize personnel to be embarked.
May be delegated to OIC when deployed or embarked
No person SHALL be carried in taxiing helo that is not authorized to fly
Helicopter Passenger Overwater Flight
Helo passenger overwater flights at night are authorized subject to the following restrictions
1. Ship launches and recoveries SHALL be made during daylight hours. May be waived by Strike Group Commander, Amphibious Squadron Commander, MAGTF, OTC for operational necessity
2. In cases of MEDEVAC, qualified attendant who is (1) current in water survival (2) briefed on helicopter egress may be transferred at night with approval from Ship’s CO.
3. This does NOT preclude troop movement for amphibious exercises, VBSS level III or SPECOPS training/ops
Pilot in Command (while absent from home unit) can authorize what?
may authorize air transportation for personnel/equipment not otherwise qualified for government transportation when required for successful prosecution of SAR, MEDEVAC, Disaster Relief. This authority SHALL only be used when all means of obtaining authorization from competent authority can proven unsuccessful
Who is the approval authority for Flight Demos
TYCOM
Command of a Naval Aircraft
Naval aircraft(s) shall be flown under the command of a PIC, mission commander, formation leader as designated by reporting custodian or higher authority.
SHALL be specifically designated for each aircraft.
Pilot in Command
-Responsibility
-Absence of Direct Orders
-Authority and Responsibility transfer
-Responsible for the safe and orderly conduct of the flight AND well being of the crew
-In the absence of direct orders from higher authority cognizant of mission, PIC is responsible for the starting and continuing of a mission with respect to (1) weather (2) other factors affecting safety
-Authority and Responsibility of PIC SHALL not be transferred in flight except (1) emergency (2) operational necessity (3) directed by commanding officer
PIC is independent of what
Rank or seniority in relation to other persons participating except for (1) OTC embarked (2) Flag or General Officer
Officer in Tactical Command Embarked
Wing, Group or Squadron commander participating in mission involving aircraft of their command, retain full authority and responsibility regarding command including the mission in which participating
Flag or General Officer Embarked
-PIC of an aircraft with a flag or general officer eligible for command at sea or land SHALL be subject to the orders of flag or general officer
-Flag or General officer exercising authority thereby assumes full responsibility of safe and orderly conduct of the flight. Flying violations, accidents or other actions arising will be referred to embarked passenger.
-due consideration should be given to PIC judgment on weather and limitations of aircraft/crew
Decision Making (CRM)
The ability to chose a course of action using logical and sound judgment based on available information
Assertiveness
the ability to participate, state and maintain a position until convinced by facts that other options are better.
Mission Analysis
ability to make short term/long term/contingencies and coordinate/allocate/monitor crew/aircraft resources
Communication
ability to clearly and accurately send and acknowledge information. Vital to ensuring crew understands aircraft and mission status
Leadership
The ability to direct and coordinate activities of other crew members and encourage to work as a team. 2 types: designated and functional
Adaptability (Semper Gumpy)
The ability to alter course of action based on new information and maintain a constructive behavior under pressure. Ability to adapt to internal/external changes
Situational Awareness
The degree to which one’s perceptions mirrors reality
ORM Process: 5 Steps
- Identify Hazards
- Assess Hazards
- Make Risk Decision
- Implement Controls
- Supervise
4 principles of ORM
Accept no unnecessary risk
Accept risk only when benefits outweight
Anticipate and manage risk through planning
Make risk decision at the right level
3 levels of ORM
time critical, deliberate, in depth
Nonstandard Operations
urgent requirement exists to fly a short notice mission in support of Humanitarian, State department, MEDEVAC, or contingencies. Commander (08) is responsible for risk assessment
Is our aircraft a state aircraft
in international airspace, DOD aircraft are considered State Aircraft. In domestic airspace, FAA has limited authority over DOD aircraft
Authority for Flight
Naval Aircraft SHALL NOT be flown by any person unless authorized by reporting custodian or higher authority exercising operational control
What’s in a flight plan? ND CAT PEE
Names
Designation
Chain of Command
Aircraft Model
Total Mission Codes
Point of Departure/Enroute/Arrival
ETE / ETA / ETD
Flights that require Aircraft Commander (OAT-P)
Operational / Tactical Flights
Administrative Flights in a Helicopter
Training Flights, except those within the capabilities of pilot of lower classification to teach self-reliance
Flights for transporting passengers
What is required if your primary mission is being the rescue vehicle
Naval helicopters assigned the primary mission to operate as rescue vehicle over water SHALL have one aircrewman who is completely outfitted for water entry
AW shall be prepared for immediate water entry
Preflight Planning: before commencing a flight, PIC SHALL be familiar with the following
Delays
Risk Assessment
Alternative
Fuel Requirements
TFR
Terminal instrument procedures
NOTAMS and WX
Military Authorize Airfields
Naval aircraft are authorized at all military airfields and joint civil-mil airfields. SHALL be aware of operating procedures and PPRs
Civilian Airfields authorization (DOD MAT)
Naval aircraft are authorized at civilian airfields in the DOD Enroute Supp provided there is
Military Requirement
Adds value or training
In the interest of taxpayers
Remain over Night
Authorized for Remaining over night for: Maintenance, Divert, or Mission Requirement.
Authorization is from Wing/Group commander to ensure security and force protection
Helicopter Landing Areas other than Airfields (MSL CO)
Helicopters are authorized to land at other than airfield locations (fields, highways, parks) provided:
1. Military requirement exist
2. Safeguards are taken to permit safe landing/takeoff without hazard to persons or property
3. There are no Legal objections
CO may waive these requirements for SAR operations
Operations at Closed Tower
-Base CO may authorize extending airfield hours beyond published without opening the tower
-Naval aircraft are permitted to operate at closed tower airfields provided both reporting custodian (squadron CO) and base CO agree
-authorize to operate without crash crew being present if squadron CO and base CO agree
Closed airfields
Naval aircraft are prohibited from taking off or landing at close airfields EXCEPT in an emergency
Flight plans are required when?
For all flight of naval aircraft EXCEPT for flights of operational necessity
Shore to Ship Flight Plan
Ship to Shore
SAR suspension
Shore to Ship: SHALL file a flight plan
Ship to Shore: SHALL file a flight plan and confirm with ATC as soon as practicable
SAR: flight plan suspension for SAR purposes becomes the responsibility of the destination after acknowledging receipt of flight plan
Submission of Flight Plan (WARP SWIM)
Except for when daily flight schedule is used in lieu of flight plan, PIC SHALL submit a flight plan and include:
-Weather briefing for each pilot in formation
-Flight is Authorized
-Requirements for fuel and wx
-flight Planning including NOTAMS
-safe and orderly conduct of flight
