External Load Flashcards
1
Q
Maximum Load
A
2557 lb
2
Q
Max Gross Weight with External Load
A
5512 lbs
3
Q
VNE - External Load
A
80 kt
Or determined by Pilot according to the load and sling length.
4
Q
Flight with an empty net or unballasted sling
A
Prohibited
Unless approved for an operation
5
Q
Two placards near hook
A
- Maximum sling load
- Cargo hook rigging
6
Q
Engine Failure - External Load
A
Immediately release load
7
Q
Engine Failure - Hooking Phase
A
Move away to the right
8
Q
Electrical Jettisoning Failure
A
Actuate mechanical release
9
Q
Zero Load Indicator
A
In flight press SLING button to set system
10
Q
When cables are taut
A
Dwell briefly before raising load
11
Q
Landing
A
- Establish zero ground speed
- Descend vertical until load indicator reads zero
12
Q
Release
A
Check load is effectively released
