HIFR

Question 1

HIFR should be initiated

Answer 1

With sufficient fuel remaining to bingo to a suitable landing site if unsuccessful

Question 2

Wiggins/NI HIFR Rig

Answer 2

Ships hose - 100ft
HIFR assembly - 10 ft section with female CCR (closed circuit refueling) fittings (wiggins fittings) that connects to hose and male wiggins in helo
Manual emergency disconnect lanyard

Question 3

NATO - compatible high capacity NHC HIFR rig

Answer 3

2 in lightweight hose
Unisex couplings
Automatic emergency breakaway
Built in 45 psi pressure regulator and on/off control handle
Emergency breakaway 450+/-50 lbs

Question 4

What type of nozzle is required for a NATO ship

Answer 4

If a U.S. Helicopter performs HIFR with a NATO ship, it will be given. Parker nozzle. An adapter to convert the nozzle to a wiggins type connection will be required

Question 5

Winds for HIFR

Answer 5

Relative winds 10-30 knots, 300-360, minimum pitch and roll

Question 6

Wiggins/NI fitting can be installed backwards, so

Answer 6

ensure the emergency release t handle is located near the wiggins fitting that attaches to the aircraft fitting.

Aircraft would be forced to shear the hoist to effect an emergency breakaway

Question 7

A low hover while wind is less than 10 knots may cause

Answer 7

Excessive salt spray which can decrease engine performance and reduce pilot field of view

Question 8

When using the NHC assembly, the hose shall be

Answer 8

Secured to the deck to ensure proper functionality of breakaway system

Question 9

Ensure HIFR fitting assembly is —– before connecting the hose to the refueling fitting

Answer 9

Grounded

Question 10

The PIC shall ensure the _______ is completed prior to commencing approach, HIFR, transfer, etc

Answer 10

Landing checklist

Question 11

Low fuel flow may be the result of

Answer 11

Low pressure from the ships pump

Aircraft altitude

Contamination in the HIFR filter canister

Question 12

During HIFR, if the right cell fills faster than the left cell

Answer 12

Monitor fuel quantity gauges closely. If the difference in cell quantities persist, stop refueling before the right cell is full (approximately 1700 lbs) to prevent rupture of fuel cell

Question 13

Flow of fuel when precheck valve is in precheck position indicates a shutoff system malfunction. If neither precheck switch will secure the fuel flow…

Answer 13

Fueling should be continued only if necessary

Question 14

The HIFR fuses in the GO/no go canister should be capable of handling approximately _____ lbs. The actual capacity of the fuses depends on ________. The HIFR filter _____ be replaced after each flight involving in flight refueling.

Answer 14

10,000

The quality of fuel received

Should

Question 15

The go no go canister is sensitive to both

Answer 15

Water and particulate matter

Question 16

If either rig fails to disconnect when an emergency breakaway is attempted, it will be necessary for the aircrewman to

Answer 16

Quickly disengage the nozzle and grounding wire from the aircraft and cut the house cable

Question 17

Night HIFR WARNING

Answer 17

Due to the hazards associated with night operations and the increased potential for a mishap, night HIFR operations shall not be son ducted except for reasons of operational necessity

Question 18

Night HIFR Procedure Notes (NATOPS)

Answer 18

A chemlight should be connected to the hoist during night operations to provide visual reference to the hook position at all times

On final approach to the ship the lower anti collision light and search light landing lights should be off and the position light set to dim to prevent temporarily blinding or disorienting the flight deck crew LSE HCO

Question 19

When operational necessity dictates the conduct of night HIFR, the following conditions shall exist

Answer 19

1. A natural visible horizon as viewed by the pilot
2. Ship motion should not exceed 5 pitch 10 roll
3. Turn on HIFR heading lights and position LSE with both Amber wands at helicopter control point
4. Establish radio contact with the helicopter and pass ships course and speed, pitch and roll, relative wind

Question 20

Aircraft shall not be refueled if

Answer 20

Fuel is not clean and bright

Contains more than 2 mg/l of particulate matter

Contains more than 5 ppm of free water

Question 21

I desire immediate HIFR

Answer 21

Fly by and return to hover on port beam give hand signal for desire HIFR and Fire flare seaward

Question 22

HIFR Marking

Answer 22

Obstacle clearance is ensured when. The helicopter for the which facility is certified hovers oriented fore and aft with hoisting point over the H for hose pickup

Question 23

Class 6

Answer 23

HIFR facility capable of delivering a minimum of 50 gallons of fuel per minute at a pressure of 20 psi to a height of 40 feet above the water

Question 24

Class 6R

Answer 24

HIFR facility capable of delivering only 25-49 gallons of fuel per minute at a pressure of 20 psi to a height of 40 feet above the water

Question 25

HIFR heading lights are required for

Answer 25

NIGHT HIFR operations. Red/yellow lights give pilot visual indication of the ships heading and provide a height reference during in flight refueling operations

Question 26

HIFR green FDSSS meaning

Answer 26

Deck personnel properly trained. Fuel hoses properly recirculated and fuel samples taken at nozzle. Warn aircraft of changes of course

Question 27

Night HIFR

Answer 27

Operations are extremely demanding and are only permitted for operational necessity