GAU 2

Question 1

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WARNING during cold weather…

Answer 1

operations (less than 10C) the GAU-2 may not self clear….be aware that rotation of the barrels may be required to prevent injury to personnel.

Question 2

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What are some authorized eye protection that can be will while operating the gun?

Answer 2

Authorized flying glasses
helmet visor
shatter proof eye protection

Question 3

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Do NVGs count as eye pro?

Answer 3

No

Question 4

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WARNING with maneuvering at low G

Answer 4

It is possible to fire the weapons into the main rotor blades.

Question 5

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WARNING with operating the gun during hoist operations

Answer 5

It is possible to shoot the cable or the survivor.

Question 6

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CAUTION with refueling probe clearance

Answer 6

With probe extended, round trajectory can be less than 6 in from probe

Question 7

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Is the cyclic firing control active while the CGCP arm override switch is in the ARM OVRD position?

Answer 7

No

Question 8

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Why is locking the guns in elevation and forward dangerous?

Answer 8

Egressing cockpit is harder and may require jettisoning the cockpit door.

Question 9

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What’s the problem with the ammunition can lid?

Answer 9

Trying to open in flight it is possible for the wind to catch the lid and cause injury or damage.

Question 10

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Caution with weapons installed and gunners window closed

Answer 10

Ensure weapon is locked forward to prevent damage to gunners window.

Question 11

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Caution
What piece of equipment shall not be removed in flight?

Answer 11

Pinto head ball-lock pin.

Question 12

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Note
When is significant force required to mov eweapons forward of 3/9 line?

Answer 12

Above 100 kts.

Question 13

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Note
When should EMGS be stowed? What position?

Answer 13

Forward and down
Weapons aren’t being used, During taxi, takeoff, and landing, unless threat condition prohibits stowing.