Intro Test Flashcards
What are the minimum crew requirements for the CH-47D?
2 Pilots and 1 Flight Engineer (FE)
What are the floor loading limits for uniformly distributed loads?
300 lbs PSF
What is the maximum airspeed with the lower section of the main cabin door open, and locked?
60 KIAS
What is the maximum airspeed while the lower rescue hatch door is being opened or closed during flight?
90 KIAS
What is the total flotation time limit for water operations?
30 minutes
What helicopter systems are required for night water operations?
Both AFCS, Radar ALT, Visible horizon, 2 visible objects
Which main transmission receives the mechanical input from both engine transmissions?
Combining transmission
How much fuel must be in the main tanks for water landings?
50%
Maximum allowable weights for water operations are ______ for Emergency Rescue Missions.
36,000
Maximum allowable weights for water operations are ______ for Normal Operations.
33,000
List the weight limitations for each hook.
- Forward and Aft: 17,000
- Center: 26,000
- Tandem: 25,000
Name the three hydraulic systems of the CH-47D.
- 1 Flight Control
- 2 Flight Control
- Utility Hydraulic
The #2 Flight Control Hydraulic pump is located on the _______ side of the _________ transmission
1, Aft
What is the purpose of the transformer rectifiers?
Turns AC to DC power, Primary source of DC power
How many litters can be installed in the cabin for litter operations?
24
_________ troop seats are available and _________ troop commander seats
33, 1
What is the suggestive burn order on fuel with internal tanks installed?
3, 1, 2
What is the purpose of the hydraulic cooler reservoir?
Stores and cools fluid
Describe the CH47D
-Twin turbine
-Tandem Rotor
-2x Honeywell T55-GA-714A
-APU with electrical and hydraulic output
-5 Transmissions
-6 fuel pods (3 each side)
-4 non-retractable landing gears
What’s available when you plug in the battery?
-Hydraulic level indicator on maintenance panel
-APU Emergency control
-EPUSHA
-Mag Brakes
-Ramp and Cabin lighting
-Forward Trans oil level light
-Refueling Station
-Emergency Exit Lighting