J-2-2-30-1 F15 Eagle Flashcards
What should be reviewed prior to conducting EOD operations?
Electromagnetic radiation (EMR) hazards and precautions, and electrical grounding procedures
Refer to the applicable portion of the 60-series manual on general EOD safety precautions.
What precaution should be taken regarding aircraft engine intakes?
Block intakes with vehicle or have personnel use a lifeline during approach if engines are running.
What is a hazard associated with jet intake suction?
Jet intake suction is extremely hazardous.
What must be done before personnel can be under the aircraft?
Clear all personnel from under the aircraft until the landing gear safety pins can be inserted.
What should not be actuated on the aircraft?
Any armament switches.
Does the installation of the MAU-12 bomb rack safety pin prevent the ejector rack cartridges from firing?
No.
What should be avoided when gaining access to and safing aircraft systems?
Working directly under AN/ALE-45 dispensers.
What must be ensured before handling impulse cartridges?
All personnel must be grounded.
What is the safe approach direction for an ejected seat containing an unfired drogue gun?
From a safe direction.
What happens if the emergency manual chute deployment handle is pulled?
It will initiate the emergency power supply, firing the backup mortar cartridge.
What type of explosive device is used in the UWARS and SEAWARS systems?
Electrically activated explosive device (EED).
What must be done when closing main landing gear doors to prevent structural damage?
The socket wrench hex key must not protrude from the aft side of the uplatch hook.
What is the primary function of the ACES II ejection seat?
Emergency escape from the aircraft.
What are the two systems that the ACES II ejection seat can be equipped with?
Seawater activated release system (SEAWARS) and universal water-activated release system (UWARS).
How quickly does the UWARS unit operate after being immersed in water?
Within 2.5 seconds.
What is attached to the undersurface of the ACES II seat pan?
A survival kit.
What are the main power sources for the aircraft’s electrical system?
Two main alternating current (ac) generators and an emergency ac/dc (direct current) generator.
What type of landing gear does the aircraft have?
A fully retractable tricycle landing gear.
What is the function of the arresting hook on the aircraft?
It is electrically controlled and pneumatic-hydraulically operated.
What is the firing rate of the M61A1 gun?
4,000 or 6,000 rounds per minute.
What does the MAU-12C/A bomb rack utilize for safing?
Electrically fired impulse cartridges and a mechanical safety pin.
What does the LAU-114/A missile launcher provide capabilities for?
Suspension and release of AIM-9 series (Sidewinder) missiles.
What is the purpose of the BRU-26A/A bomb ejector rack?
To release stores by gas pressure from electrically initiated cartridges.
What type of fuel tanks are mounted on the aircraft?
Conformal fuel tank (CFT).
What is the primary function of the AN/ALE-45 countermeasures dispenser?
To carry flare/chaff cartridges.
What is the maximum capacity of the liquid oxygen (LOX) system?
2.6 gallons (10 liters).
What is the capacity of the LOX system?
2.6 gallons (10 liters)
LOX stands for Liquid Oxygen.
What is the maximum pressure for the LOX system?
120 psi (827 kilopascals)
psi stands for pounds per square inch.
How long is the emergency oxygen supply on the ejection seat?
10 minutes
The oxygen supply is furnished by an emergency oxygen bottle.
What is the hydraulic pressure in the aircraft’s hydraulic system?
3,000 psi (20,685 kilopascals)
Where are the hydraulic system powered jet fuel starter accumulators located?
Under door 89L
What items are included in the survival kit attached to each seat pan?
- Carbon dioxide cylinder for life raft inflation
- Locking cord cutter
- Day and night signals
What should be done before starting downloading procedures?
The aircraft should be chocked and grounded.
What is the first step in unloading the M61A1 Internal Gun System?
Ensure gun safing switch pin is installed.
What must be done to the gun barrel cluster before rotation?
Install a clearing sector tool.
True or False: The gun can be rotated in any direction.
False
The gun must be rotated in a clockwise direction only.
What happens if oversized spent cases are chambered?
They will cause a jam.
What should be done with the loading adapter unit lockpins during the downloading process?
Push in and rotate one-half turn in either direction.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is used to catch rounds under the loader gate during unloading.
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What is the purpose of the hydraulic manual control handle during unloading procedures?
To relieve hydraulic pressure on the gun system.
What should be done with the missile umbilical cable during downloading?
Disconnect it from the launcher receptacle.
What must be done before removing the missile from the LAU-106A/A Missile Launcher?
Ensure safety pin is installed in missile launcher.
What tool is required to open the manual release socket on the LAU-106A/A Missile Launcher?
3/8-inch square drive ratchet or equivalent.
What should be done to prevent injury when closing the main landing gear doors?
Remain clear of door edges and sill area.
What is the first step in downloading from a BRU-26 Bomb Ejector Rack?
Remove breech retainers from parent bomb rack and pylons.
What type of wrench is used for the MAU-12-Series Bomb Rack Unloading?
3/8-inch drive ratchet wrench or equivalent.
What is a potential hazard when handling impulse cartridges?
Static electricity
Personnel should be grounded before handling.
What is the procedure for downloading the AN/ALE-58 Countermeasures Dispenser Set?
- Press trigger and position locking lever to LOAD/UNLOAD
- Place container beneath rear of dispenser
- Turn wrench to unload packages
What should be done before lowering the missile from the LAU-128A/A Missile Launcher?
Disconnect the missile motor fire connector.
