DZSO/DZSTL Test Flashcards
What is the Forward Throw for Heavy Equipment?
C-130: 458 m
C-17: 640 m
DACO Qualifications
- Officer, Warrant Officer, or NCO in the grade of E-5 or above
- Be a current and qualified Jumpmaster
- Have performed the duties as an assistant DACO at least once
What is a high velocity airdrop?
A drogue chute stabilizes and keeps the load upright, but does not slow rate of descent
What are the two types of DZ surveys?
Existing and Tactical
How long is a Tactical DZ survey good for?
Single use
What is the drop altitude for fixed wing aircraft day/night personnel?
1250 ft. AGL
When does the power company need to shut of power for an airborne operation?
NLT 15 minutes prior to time on target
What are the daytime markings for CARP.
Code Letters: JCARS (regular) HO (circular)
Size: 35 ft. x 35 ft.
Minimum Panels: 9
Must have a Raised Angle Marker (RAM) at the apex on the P.I.
Conducting continuous surface readings NLT _____ minutes before scheduled drop.
12 minutes
What is the form for a DZ survey?
AF 3823
ADZSO is required when…
- Two separate wind readings are required on the DZ.
- Multiple A/C are utilized in the airborne operation
- When DZ portion used is more than 2100 meters in length or with a 20-second exit time.
When are wires considered an obstacle?
Any wires carrying 50+ volts within 1000m from any edge of the DZ.
What is the Forward Throw for Rotary Wing?
Drop Speed divided in half.
At what height are trees considered an obstacle?
35 feet
For GMRS operations, when are CCT or STT required.
4 or more
When does a flash report need to be submitted?
Must be submitted to higher HQ within one hour. Must be submitted to USASOC/DCS/G3 within 24 hours or one duty day.
Wind Readings for Multiple A/C and the location of wind reading(s).
At least 2 wind readings
• At release point (RP) (DZSO) and highest point of the DZ or trail end of DZ (ADZSO)
Surface wind limitation for static line operations
13 Knots
How many yards do you add to the length and width for Not In Trail Heavy Equipment? (CARP)
For staggered trail (C-130/C-17 HE) formation 100 yds. to the width only.
(NIT is cancelled out by SKE)
Surface Wind Limitation for Military Free Fall (MFF)
18 Knots
How many yards are added to the length for each additional Jumper? (CARP)
75 yds. (Never applies to CDS)
How long is a DZ survey good for?
5 years from MAJCOM signature
What are the code letters for GMRS?
H, T, or Inverted L
What’s the difference between actual and usable DZ?
Usable DZ includes 200m safety buffer. Actual DZ does not include 200m safety buffer.
How many yards do you add to the width for Station Keeping Equipment (SKE). (CARP)
For SKE formations add 400 yds. to the width.
you will not add the 100 yds. to the width for Not In Trail
What is the CARP control center location for AWADS, Free Drop, High Velocity?
Off the DZ
What is the CARP control center location for HE?
300 yds. to the 6 o’clock position of the P.I.
What is the minimum ground space required for personnel jumping from a fixed-wing a/c utilizing GMRS or VIRS release?
275m x 275m
What is the drop speed of a UH-60?
65 to 75 knots (best speed is 70 knots)
What does the acronym 1NANAS stand for?
1 - Initial size of required DZ for first jumper or the first heavy equipment, or the size required to fit all CDS bundles.
N- Night
A - Altitude
N - Not in Trail
A - Additional
S - Station Keeping Equipment (SKE)
What is the Forward Throw for CDS?
C-130:
503 m
C-17: 663 m
What is the minimum medical coverage requirement for 60 or less jumpers?
• No more than 60 jumpers per pass = one senior medic, one Front Line Ambulance (FLA) w/ positive radio communication and a driver.