HSM 40 SOP Flashcards
What shall HAC inform the SDO of?
- completion of assigned mission
- factors that preclude the completion if any follow-on events (e.g. a broken tail wheel lockpin for DLQs, loss of nav capabilities for instrument flight)
- route of flight info for any flights that originate or land at an airfield other than home field
Weather min for fam/tact/nvd flight
500-1
Weather min for form flight
1000-3
Weather min for FRP night DLQ
700-3
**ship TACAN shall be operable
Weather min for CAL/LZ
1000-3
Weather min for SACT
SACT = surface to air counter tactics
2500-3 WITH visible horizon
L5
Lightning within 5 miles of field
Reported by base ops
Line personnel shall be removed from line environment and fueling shall be secured in accordance to reference j
FRP initial NVD form flight req
High light level (HLL) conditions
NSI instructing the event may determine HLL areas through aid of sufficient cultural or environmental lighting
For what types of flights shall you have an aircrewman?
- night flight
- IMC
- overwater training
- flights withe personnel in cabin area other than Temporary Flight Orders (TFOs) or MH-60R qualified aircrewman
QUALIFIED aircrewmen shall be required for all TACFORM and CAL/LZ evolutions
Can an FRP be on an FCF?
Yes, FRP can be FCF co-pilot once NATOPS qualified
Minimum crew reqs for ground mx turns
- command designated mh60r hac
- properly briefed observer
-hac should utilize observer for checklists
Min crew reqs for geound mx turns if any portion involves FCF checklist
- command designated FCP
- properly briefed observer
FRP NVD form min required crew
-2 NVD TACFORM aircrewmen
-CAT 1 FRAC on NVD-1 or NVD-2
event may be added as a third aircrewmen
-concurrent instruction not directly related to formation flying is PROHIBITED while the flight is in formation
Aircrewmen currency requirements
- shall not fly as sole aircrewman unless they have flown in the last 90 days
- currency regained by flying 1.0 hout with current aircrewman
- FRACs that have not flown in AC within 30 days shall recieve syllabus refresher flight (Instructors can count event complete or as warm-up, provided overall event not graded below average)
- FRACs shall recieve a warm-up flight of they have not flown in AC in over 45 days
FRP warm-up reqs
- sim (wtt/oft/toft)
- TAC flight (tac-1, 4 ,6, 7, 8)
-flight events (prior to NATOPS check, NVDs,
FDLPNs, DLQs, Utilities, TACFORM, CAL/LZ, SACT)
- sim = over 21 days since last syllabus event = next sim is optional warm-up based on performance
- tac = over 21 days since last wtt/toft/otac/flight = next flight is optional warm-up based on performance
- flight events
- over 21 days but less than 45 days from last flight = next flight is optional warm-up based on performance
- over 45 days since last flight = 1.0 hour BITS requires to include autos and other FAM type maneuvers
FRP DLQ reqs
FRP shall fly at least 1.0 hour of night within 15 days of flying night DLQs
DLQ HACs shall be night current and comply with guidance set forth in reference d
Aircrewman dip currency
- shall have performed 2 dipping cycles (dome entering water) within 180 days
- if AW currency is lost, it may be regained with any dip current FRS instructor
- AW dip currency may be regained or maintained in a sim
- AW regaining dip qual in sim must complete normal and emergency dip procedures administered by a qualified FRS instructor
FRS IPs teaching SACT and CAL/LZ events have specific currency reqs. Curr3ncy, if lost, can be regained by
Flying a warm-up flight with a qualified and current HAC
- SACT = 120 days
- CAL/LZ = 220 days
Crew rest reqs
- pertain to all A/C and ground events
- max daily instructional flight time for OUT/FRP/FRAC is 6 flight hours (this restriction is not applicable to DLQ evolutions)
- pilots shall not be scheduled for a flight following the SDO PM watch
- AWs shall not be scheduled for a flight if they have stood the 0000-0800 ASDO, security, or fire watch same day
- AWs shall not be scheduled for a flight brief before 1000 if they have stood a 1600-2400 watch the previous day
DLQ max radius of action
Ship-to-shore AND shore-to-ship is limited to 50 nm
Night DLQ for initial qual
Shall not be flown without an operable ship AND aircraft TACAN
Safe single engine airspeed and stab programming
Shall be called on the first take off of thr flight, after manipulation if the stabilator controls, all shipboard takeoffs, qnd all unprepared surface takeoffs
Where can HIT checks be performed?
May be completed on deck or in the air
If either HIT check fails,
The aircraft SHALL be returned to the line for mx action
Use of gunner’s belts
Personnel shall ensure that the amount of slack in the gunner’s belt is short enough to preclude ejection from the cabin area in the event of an aircraft ditch
What shall happen prior to all dipping ops?
All dipping ops shall include a thorough review of the environment, water depth, and include ORM/CRM
The automatic approach checklist
Shall be completed prior to descending below 150ft AGL
Before the first flight of the day in an ALFS-equipped aircraft,
The HAC shall ensure the “DOME SEATED” advisory is present before taxiing
If dipping operations are to be performed, the AW shall complete a MBIT prior to commencing any dipping operations
Pre-operational MBITs should be conducted on the ground to the maximum extend practical
The ALFS shall only be pinged with
Approval of the CO and with prior FACSFAC coordination
Furthermore, the HAC shall adhere to the current marine mammal mitigation procedures and the Atlantic Fleet active sonar training environmental impact statement
A Sonar Positional Reporting System (SPORTS) report shall be completed if the sonar was utilized under water
In-air pings are authorized
When can actually dipping ops be conducted?
Shall only be conducted on scheduled dipping events unless otherwise approved by the CO
Dipping ops depth limitations
Shall be limited to a maximum depth of 50ft within 70NM of the NRB TACAN
Where is shallow water in relation to the NRB TACAN?
On the 100-120 radial from 25-30NM
Dipping depth operations in shallow water are
Normally, dipping ops are conducted in the shallow dip area when the aircraft is conducting an ALFS post-install dip cycle or ALFS fCF cycle
Where should syllabus dipping events be scheduled to
Deep water dip area
The deep water dip area is located in the 26G working area of W-158E excluding submarine transit lane N-1
The 100 fathom curve is approximately 75NM east of Mayport
What shall the crew check prior to shallow water dipping event
Shall check wave height st the Fernandina Offshore weather buoy (station 41112) prior to launching on a shallow water dipping event to assist in making appropriate risk decisions
Max wave heights for dipping
In shallow dip area = max wave height = 5ft
In 26G area, max wave heights shall be IAW reference d
Laser ops that are authorized
Eye-safe laser range finder (ELRF)
OTHER LASER OPS, are not authorized without specific approval of the CO
LRD/LTM
LRD = laser rangefinder designator LTM = laser target marker
Aircrew shall ensure that all participants have donned proper Laser Eye Protection (LEP)
When/where can you conduct crew briefs?
Initial NATOPS briefs shall not be conducted in aircraft on instructional events, unless otherwise authorized by the CO
If authorized, an ORM brief shall be conducted by the SDO prior to the student embarking on the aircraft
Max power check prior to auto approach/ coupled hover
Max power available check shall be conducted at a relevant altitude prior to any overwater coupled HOGE
When performing Max power check, crews should adjust airspeed as required while pulling power to verify a minimum of 10% power margin over preflight calculated no wind HOGE torque
Who and when are they allowed to auto approaches?
HACs are authorized to conduct day auto approaches and coupled hovers on any daytime flight
In order to conduct night auto approaches to rebate currencybojnrlights when auto approaches are not part of the syllabus event, the following requirements apply:
- practice coupled approaches and coupled hover shall be covered in the NATOPS flight brief
- CAT I FRP shall be OFT-12 complete
SAR equipment with one AW
Raft bag containing 5 rafts, 3 crewman belts, 2 leather palm hoist gloves, a cable cutter, and a rescue strop shall be carried
SAR equipment reqs on FCF flights with qualified AW or TFO
FCF bag containing 3 rafts and 1 crewman belt shall be carried
SAR equipment reqs on DLQ events
Helicppter rescue bag and DLQ bag shall be carried
When multiple aircraft are conducting DLQ ops, each aircraft conducting DLQ ops at the same shipshape carry a SAR bag and the aircraft transporting the LSO shall carry the DLQ bag to be placed in the ship’s hanger
ORM worksheets
ORM worksheets shall be completed prior to all flight events
ORM shall be utilized throughout the flight and specifically readdressed prior to non-briefed mission changes
All ORM worksheets assessed as “high risk” shall be approved by the CO or in the CO’s absence: the XO, prior to takeoff.
However a flight that is assessed to be “high risk” due to mission type, pilot currency, or crew composition may be considered pre-approved with a signed flight schedule
Call sign
During local VFR flight ops. Aircrews should use the second two digits of aircraft side #
Aircraft lighting in controlled airspace
All aircrews should use hover lights or searchlight when in congested areas, at night, or in IMC to aid in collision avoidance
This does not preclude the HACs discretion to turn off lights as needed for night operations for flight safety
Use of link-16 in offshore exercise areas
Should be used
This is not intended to preclude flights without operable Link-16 from completing events
Comms in 26G
Flight schedule should designate another aircraft as a communications safety platform when a single aircraft is conducting dipping ops in 26G
If the flight schedulendoes not designate a safety platform, the HAC should coordinate one prior to launch
Scratchpad
Automated engine performance hotspot/scratchpad shouldnbe used on all flights
Where will you land with a hung dome?
The HAC shall make the ultimate determination as to the recovery location with a hung dome
If a safe recovery ashore cannot be made, the dome shall be jettisoned in shallow water off the NS mayport Beach jetties
There are 2 primary ashore recovery areas: grassy area between taxiway golf and rwy 5/23 adjacent to helo spot 4 OR adjacent to helo spot 9
Where should mx personnel and people be during a hung dome?
Due to the dangerous nature of a hung dome, mx personnel shall stand clear of the landing area until:
- The aircraft with the hung dome is safely on deck (dome still attached to aircraft)
- The dome is cut, the dome and its cable are safely on deck and the aircraft is at a safe distance from the dome (at least 200 ft)
If possible what should the HAC do for a hung dome?
If possible, the HAC should position the grounded dome on the right side of the aircraft to allow the AW to maintain visual contact of the dome via the cabin door opening.
The aircraft will continue to slide and descend until the aircraft is safely on deck.
The pilot should attempt to land the aircraft on a prepared surface, preferably taxiway golf
Helmts/cranials
All squadron personnel shall wear a cranial or flight helmet within 200 ft of a turning aircraft
Any aircraft that is turning on the front line shall be considered within 200 ft of the main hangar doors
Jewlery/watches
Personnel are prohibited from wearing jewelry (other than wrist watches) while working on or operating aircraft or support equipment
Entering/exiting rotor arx
Personnel shall not enter or exit the rotor arc when either cockpit door is open and rotors are turning
Hydraulics bay cover
Personnel shall ensure the hydraulics Bay cover is closed and under positive control at all times
FCF cable abgle/sonar systemchecks
Shall be performed by an mh60r NATOPS current aircrewman
When shall you taxi through the wash rack?
Unless otherwise directed by mx ctrl, prior to shutdown or hot seat:
- After last flight of the day for that aircraft
- After each flight where over water hovering was performed
- After shipboard operations
How long in the rinse cycle?
What should you be careful of and what should be installed/removed?
Crews should spend a full rinse cycle (wash rack will shut off after cycle has completed) in the wash rack
HACs should ensure that the RADALT antenna, searchlight, and hover lights are not directly over any water apout to minimize water intrusion/component damage
- Sonobuoy cover shall be installed prior to taxiing through wash rack
- FCF camera should be removed prior to taxiing through the wash rack
Who can perform water wash?
CAT I FRPs are qualified to perform waterwash following the satisfactory completion of one engine waterwash evolution under the direction of a HAC
CAT I FRPs complete with their NATOPS check may condocut those portions of the engine cleaning procedures that include hot section and/or compressor cleaning steps (60 hr)
Can you enter arc when waterwash ing?
Personnel may enter the rotor arc during the aircraft engine water wash while motoring engines with engine ignition off but NOT during the engine burnout
Can you take out the SO window?
Aircrew authorized to remove the SO window on CAL/LZ and TACFORM flights when the aircraft is on deck
How do you reinstall SO window?
2 personnel are required while rotors are turning
After SO window removed or installed, what shall happen?
Appropriate maintenance inspections shall be conducted prior to the next event anytime the window has been removed and reinstalled
What shall a HAC check for when hot seating
IMDS, check engine, airframe, and transmission exceedances before signing over the aircraft safe for flight
Additionally, if the crew suspects that an engine limit was near a threshold, they shall notify mx ctrl who shall verify engine data on the IMDS/HUMS computer before the off going HAC releases the aircraft safe for flight
M240D/GAU-21 installation
M240D mount and the Gau-21 cradle shall not be installed in the cabin in the absence of the gun as they present an egress hazard
Max gross weight for practice autos, single engine landings to a spot, and simulated single engine failures from a HOGE
Shall be limited to 19,500# with CAT I FRPs
APU shall be started to prevent MD/FD and EGId from securing due to main generatoes dropping off-line as a result of excessive Nr droop
ALFS simulatedemergencies
All simulated emergencies using backup/emergency raise modes of the ALFS s be terminated prior to reaching the dome water depth of 100 ft ler the FCF cable angle/sonar system checks procedure in ref d.
Automatic raise procedures shall be used to bring the dome to the trail position
Simulated unusual attitude training
Shall be conducted in VMC with a visible horizon
What kind of landing is prohibited with an unlocked tail wheel
Boost off landings with CAT I FRPs at the controls
What mode should the ICS be in for practice autos, single engine to a spot, single engine failure in a HOGE, or any other crew intensive maneuvers (HAC discretion)
Norm for all crewmembers
Who can pull CBs for simulated emergencies? And what CBs?
Assistant NATOPS Instructors (ANI) aircrwman and current qualified FRS aircrew instructors may pull CBs necessary for simulating rescue hoist, cargo hook, RAST, mission power, RADAR and acoustic malfunctions
What CBS can HACs pull and for what and when?
HACs may pull the CBs necessary (batt bus panel) for simulating failed backup attitude indicator during day/VFR conditions for training
What shall a HAC do for CAL/LZ training
During SWEEP checks, the HAC shall note any discrepancies that preclude use of the landing area for CAL/LZ ops
Discrepancies shall be reported to the aviation safety officer (ASO)
First FRP flight what shall the HAC do
The HAC shall taxi the aircraft out of the chocks and clear of the flight line
What shall HACs ensure for egress training
HACs shall ensure that all items in enclosure 2 are completed when performing FAM 0
FRPs shall bring a copy of enclosure 2 to their FAm 0 brief
In addition, egress training per enclosure 2 s be conducted as a part of all NATOPS EVAL FLIGHTS
Who should the hac talk to for external cargo ops?
The LSE in charge of external cargo operations shall conduct a face to face brief with the HAC prior to takeoff
What shall FRPs do prior to an instrument flight?
FRPs shall contact the instructor prior to the flight to determine the route of flight for a practice or actual flight plan
The FRP will then complete the DD-175 or 1801 with all required info
What maneuvers are not authorized during formation flights?
- center turns
- cross turns
