LPG BCO 1FEB24 Flashcards
Armistice operations (DO/DO NOT) require aircrews to carry weapons. Should the threat posture dictate; at a minimum, one (1) M-4 Rife with a basic load of ____ rounds of 5.56mm ammunition will be carried on-board RC-12 aircraft in a location forward of the mission equipment.
Additionally, each pilot will carry on their person their M-17 Pistol with a basic load of 9mm ammunition consisting of ___ rounds
DO NOT
210
45
What is the only airfield with an approved OAP
RKSG
If the departure airfield has a required departure procedure preventing the loading of the OAP and the departure procedure; the FMS will then be desync’d and the OAP will be loaded in the Number ___ FMS with the Number ____ FMS having the required departure procedure loaded.
2
1
The OAP will be flown in the event of an engine failure while on takeoff for mission with less than a ___% second segment climb gradient AND the field is ____.
3.3%
IMC
Prior to takeoff, aircrews (Should/ Will) ensure the IFF transponder has all MODES/Codes operational.
WILL
On mission, use of the TDR-94D (ATC) is not authorized and must be placed in ____.
Standby
If after takeoff and prior to P-518 entry, a transponder mode failure occurs, the aircrew may request clearance north provided at least ____ modes are operational.
two
When clearance to enter or operate in P-518 is denied by COBRA due to inoperative transponder MODES/CODES, aircrews will immediately proceed to ____ ____ and notify _____.
Fallback tracks
VANGUARD
What is MODE 1 (M1)
For military airspace only. Used to provide an ATC ground station with the mission profile of the mission aircraft.
What is MODE 2 (M2)
For military airspace use only. Used to provide an ATC ground station with identity (tail number) of the mission aircraft
What is MODE 3/A (M3/A)
For military and civilian airspace use.
Used to provide an ATC ground station with the identity (assigned code) of the mission aircraft.
The assigned code is first received from ATC. It is then entered into the transponder and transmitted back to ATC as a reply.
The military Mode 3 is identical to the civilian Mode A.
What is MODE 5 (M5)
Used to provide an ATC ground station, missile battery, or another aircraft with a crypto-coded reply to a crypto-coded interrogation, for the purpose of identifying the mission aircraft as friendly. This reply includes the identity (tail number) and ADS-B position of the mission aircraft Should be keyed at all times.
What is the XPDR FAIL Annunciator
The amber XPDR FAIL annunciator will illuminate when the APX-119 subsystem has had a failure, an RT failure, or loss of communication between RT and the CMU.
What is the ADS-B FAIL Annunciator
The amber ADS-B FAIL annunciator represents failure of the unit to transmit ADS-B data either from failure of the unit or failure of the data received by the unit. This does not indicate a complete failure of transponder functionality
What is the IFF CAUTION Annunciator
The amber IFF CAUTION annunciator will illuminate when a Mode 5 interrogation is received, and a friend reply is unable to be sent
The annunciator will also illuminate when a fault in the IFF is detected, or cryptographic keys are not loaded with the KIV installed.
What is the MODE 5 LETHAL Annunciator
The red MODE 5 LETHAL warning annunciator will illuminate if the transponder receives a Mode 5 lethal interrogation by a weapons platform prior to a weapons release and is unable to reply.
What do you do if you have an inoperative TCAS or TAWS?
Mission aircraft with an installed but inoperable TCAS/ TAWS will be briefed and approved IAW the 3rd MI BN RAW.
The safe distance for outside personnel is _____ ft
40’
In the RC-12 REL, “O” – indicates:
The requirement for a specific operational procedure that must be accomplished in planning for and/or operating the aircraft with the listed item inoperative
REL Procedure, System 28.5.2, Fuel Quantity Indicators
For one Fuel Quantity Indicator inoperative: add the following to the REL procedure:
(1) On the ground: the flight crew will verify the amount of fuel in the Mains and the Auxiliary
tanks.
(2) In-flight:
(a) Flight crew will use the fuel amount from the operational fuel-quantity side as the starting
fuel amount for the non-operational fuel-quantity indicator side.
(b) Flight crew will set Power Control Levers to evenly match fuel flow on both engines for
the remainder of the flight.
REL Procedure, System 31.7: ETM System
may be inoperative as long as engine data is recorded in VMC conditions per local maintenance policy
REL Procedure, System 32.1: Parking Brake
may be inoperative if one crewmember remains at the brakes until the wheels are chocked
REL Procedure, System 33.1: Cabin Lights System
may be inoperative provided both crewmembers agree that the current lighting configuration is acceptable and safe for the duration of the flight and will not interfere with flight duties.
REL Procedure, System 34.21.1-6: Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS)
GPWS may be inoperative provided the flight crew conducts proper flight planning to ensure terrain avoidance along all parts of the flight route.
Flight Management System (FMS) – Navigation Database
Navigation Database may be out of currency provided the flight crew completes appropriate flight planning as required per the applicable dATM Task.
Deviations that result in less than______________ require a completed Deviation Report immediately following mission completion.
less than half of planned on station times
Crews may deviate as necessary to accomplish the aircrew tasks and responsibilities, but who ultimately responsible for ensuring that all pre-mission tasks are completed IAW applicable regulations
The PC
What is the Buffer Zone?
A line formed by visual checkpoints 5 miles south of the MDL. Fixed Wing aircraft do not fly in the Buffer Zone. Rotary wing aircraft operate inside the Buffer Zone IAW specific regulations.
What is the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ).
The area that separates North and South Korea. It is 4,000 meters wide (2,000 meters to the north and 2,000 meters to the south of the MDL).
What is VUL/ On station time
The scheduled time for all mission flights to be on track, scheduled through ROME.
What is HOTDOG
HOT DOG is the recall word used to warn of an impending or actual No Fly Line/MDL/Border/Buffer Zone overflight.
What is JACKRABBIT
Recall word broadcast to evacuate the Korean Tactical Zone (RK) P-518 airspace for emergency situations
What is KEYHOLE?
Airspace within which a southerly turn is likely to result in flight into the P-73 A/B and a northerly heading is likely to result in flight across the MDL
The KEYHOLE can be identified in flight using the following vortac radials: (PRI) SEL 330-030 radial, (ALT) SOT 344-016 radial.
What is the MDL (Military Demarcation Line)
The physical border between North and South Korea.
What is the Modified Korean No Fly Zone (NFZ).
The Comprehensive Military Agreement which was part of the historic Panmunjom Declaration on 13 September 2018 modified the Korean NFZ. As a result, fixed wing aircraft will maintain 40km standoff in the east and 20km standoff in the west, from the DMZ
What is the P-518 Korean Tactical Zone
Prohibited area established to limit and control air operations in armistice, simplify identification of infiltration attempts, and prevent friendly forces from inadvertent over-flight of the MDL. P-518 extends from the east to west coast of Korean peninsula.
What is the P-73 A/B.
Restricted area in the vicinity of Seoul, ROK.
If an aircraft flies toward P-73 without proper clearance, a tracer warning shot will be fired. If an aircraft continues into P-73, it will be shot down without further warning.
When takeoff temperatures are consistently lower than ____ C, than fuel loads are assumed to be full.
25C
Alternate Airfields are
Alternates are
Osan (RKSO),
Kunsan (RKJK),
K-16 (RKSM),
Daegu (RKTN).
Contact COBRA for clearance north to enter P-518 prior to ____
MUGAR
Clearance from COBRA (is/ is not) required when operating outside of the P-518, however communications will still be established.
is not
The final responsibility for navigation lies with the ____. BE AWARE OF YOUR POSITION AT ALL TIMES.
PC
The first starting point arriving on the assigned track (Should not/ shall not) be an overfly point.
Shall not
This prevents the aircraft from starting the initial turn north of the assigned track.
Minimum airspeed will be ____ .
When encountering icing conditions, maintain an airspeed of ____ KIAS, no lower than ___KIAS
Vyse
150
140
Aircrews will always verify mission points through ____ ____ navigational aids
ground based
Aircrews should ensure that all FMS inputs (DME,VOR,TACAN,GPS, etc.) are pulling updates from via Data page ____ and that GPS3 keys are loaded and in ____ mode
2
PPS
There are three ways to turn the aircraft utilizing the autopilot:
a. _____ ____
b. ____ ____
c. ____ ____
a. FMS navigation
b. Heading Mode
c. Turn Knob (provides the greatest amount of bank and shortest time in turn making it the preferred method; however, aircrews need to re-capture the appropriate FMS track upon completion of turn)
In the event an aircraft departs P-518 and contacts COBRA with “____” prior to completion of mission but with intention to return to track (due to weather, threat, maintenance, etc.) the mission number associated with that mission is no longer valid for additional clearances.
QSY
Aircrews must exercise extreme ____ when altering their track; situational awareness must be always maintained to prevent penetration of the buffer zone, borders, P-73, or other restricted areas.
vigilance
Lost Communication Procedures
If your position is known and all navigation aids are operational, continue assigned track and accomplish the following procedures:
(1) Attempt to contact on all available frequencies, attempt to contact on survival radio, if unable to establish communications, set transponder to code 7600 and continue to make radio calls in the blind.
(2) Under no circumstances will the aircrew intentionally enter prohibited and/or restricted areas during lost communications.
(3) Procedure
(a) Aircraft West of SEL VORTAC R-330: proceed direct to SOT, descend, and maintain FL140. If aircrews determine that flying directly to SOT will lead to the aircraft penetrating special use airspace, fly to the endpoint (Track4) before proceeding to SOT. Over SOT descend to 6,000 ft to execute a published procedure for RKSG. (Primary Approach ILS 32; Secondary RNAV RWY 32 if ILS is OTS). Continue descent for arrival and hold as necessary, initiate the approach from IAF without delay.
(b) Aircraft East of SEL VORTAC R-030: aircraft will proceed direct KARBU descending to 10,000 ft, cross KARBU at 10,000 ft. After KARBU proceed direct MUGAR descending to 6,000 ft, cross MUGAR at 6,000 ft. After MUGAR maintain 6,000 ft and proceed direct to SOT. Maintain 6000 ft over SOT until IAF to execute a published procedure for RKSG (Primary Approach ILS 32; Secondary RNAV RWY 32 if ILS is OTS). Continue descent for arrival and hold as necessary, initiate the approach from IAF without delay.
(c) Aircraft operating between the SEL VORTAC R-330 and R-030: East bound aircraft will remain on course until passing the SEL VORTAC R-030, and follow instructions in section B listed above. West bound aircraft will remain on course until passing the SEL VORTAC R-330, and follow the instruction in section A listed above.
The following items should be considered when dealing with emergencies while on mission:
(1) Maintain aircraft control and obstacle avoidance.
(2) Remain clear of P-73 and other restricted/prohibited areas.
(3) RKSO, RKJK, and RKSM all have ILS approaches and runways more than 9,000 ft.
(4) Nearest airport can be found utilizing the FMS.
(5) Declare an Emergency
(6) If inside the KEYHOLE, request radar vectors from ATC
(7) If time permits, contact the BOC to inform them of the emergency and ask for assistance from maintenance personnel if necessary.
Pilots will not turn to a ____erly or ___erly heading for the purpose of radar identification
Northerly
Westerly
Relief on Station. Aircraft will always maintain safe separation by maintaining a minimum _____ft buffer in altitude between the aircraft on the same track
2,000
Where can aircrews can receive weather updates from:
Metro
Watchdog and Cobra can also facilitate if Metro is unreachable
Who will designate the Sync Aircraft and the Adjusting Aircraft.
The AMC
which aircraft is the better selection as the Sync Aircraft?
the aircraft with the most crosswind on track
Once both aircraft are on their respective tracks, both Aircraft will set power for ____ KIAS in non-icing conditions. (____ KIAS in icing)
135
150
Once established on-track and power is set for 135 knots, the Sync Aircraft will give the ____ time of its ____ FLY-OVER WAYPOINT and the ____ FLY-OVER WAYPOINT to the Adjusting Aircraft
ZULU
Next
Following
The Adjusting Aircraft will reply with “SYNC” or “ADJUSTING” and adjust its power or turn as necessary to make both aircraft arrive at the FLY-OVER-WAYPOINT at the same time for in sync, +/- ____ minute(s)
1
Initiation of a weather delay should be done prior to ____ ____
engine start
Aircrews will remain postured to launch for a minimum of ____% of the scheduled mission due to a weather delay.
50%
Should pilots complete preflight procedures even during a weather delay?
Yes All preflight requirements will be completed during weather holds regardless of the severity of the weather (exception: endangerment of crew and ground personnel).
If takeoff is late for any reason, should the mission crew still try to give the customer the full requested on-station time
Yes
Who is responsible for obtaining adequate quarters for the crew. Every attempt will be made to obtain on post quarters
The AMC/PC
After departure contact ____ to provide departure time.
WATCHDOG
The following are emergency visual warnings indicating a potential DMZ overflight:
1)
2)
1) Large “T” markers with the cross of the “T” at the northern end and positioned 2000 meters of the DMZ at 2000 meter intervals
(2) Red smoke, red star clusters, or red star parachutes fired by ground personnel.
When does the VUL/on station time begin?
The VUL/on station time begins when a mission aircraft arrives on a mission track and terminates when the aircraft departs the track to RTB
Do not remain on track with a “____ ____” annunciator illuminated; increasing airspeed to extinguish the annunciator while on track is not authorized.
“NAC LOW”
Mode 1 codes are based on _______ time.
Mode 1 codes are based on INDIA (local) time.
What additional information does Mode C on the transponder provide?
Barometric Altitude.
What additional information does Mode S on the transponder provide?
Identity (Tail Number), Barometric Altitude, & ADS-B position.
Upon landing, is there anything we should do with our Modes/Codes prior to shutting down?
Upon landing, MODE 1 will be reset to 00, Mode 3 will be reset to 1200, and Mode 5 may be retained as long as shutting down at a secure facility. Zeroize IAW Appendix B.
During the mission planning process, if an aircrew is flying in mountainous terrain, and the terrain can penetrate within 2000ft of the aircraft’s single engine cruise altitude, the following considerations shall be taken:
Provided Foreflight is available, the correct route input in the flight plan section of the Map mode and synthetic vision displayed. Utilize the profile function and set altitude to SE drift-down altitude for situational awareness of where along routing obstacles will penetrate. If the SE drift-down altitude is higher than 14,000’, then the profile altitude should be set no higher than 14,000’ in case of cabin depressurization.
If Foreflight is not available when flying in an environment where mountainous terrain can penetrate within 2000ft of the aircraft’s single engine cruise altitude, aircrews are encouraged to request terrain analysis products from the appropriate GEOINT support cell to analyze the terrains and routes to be taken in the event of an engine failure or loss of pressurization.
At a minimum, aircrews shall use the appropriate enroute navigation charts to analyze the terrains and routes to be taken in the event of an engine failure or loss of pressurization.
All GRCS aircraft will operate IAW Area Planning ____ for Pacific-Australia-Antarctica (______)
AP3
PAA
Meaning of
BEACON light switch – NIGHT
HV – OFF
and
WX Radar - STBY
All mission sorties will utilize the ____ Beacon upon starting until status of aircraft has changed or clear of ramp and personnel, at which they would comply with AR 95-1 lighting requirements
Night
Meaning of
BEACON light switch – DAY
HV – ON
and/or
WX Radar – OPR MODE
Meaning of
LANDING LIGHTS switch – Flashing ON/OFF
Need MX personnel to approach aircraft
Meaning of
LANDING LIGHTS switch and PROPs Feather
Need MX personnel to board aircraft
Meaning of
TAXI LIGHT switch – Flashing ON/OFF
Ready to Taxi
Are aircrews permitted to operate IMC in the P-518?
Yes, when operating as active air defense missions or authorized ISR missions.
While operating under Tactical control aircrews are no longer on an IFR clearance and must obtain an IFR clearance from ATC when departing track.
Can AMCs alter assigned tracks based on weather and METT-TC
Yes, AMCs in coordination with the Mission Manager have the authority to assign alternate tracks based on weather and METT-TC.
PCs will coordinate with ATC for use of alternate tracks
The use of ____ and ____ as weather planning alternates must be briefed to the Briefing Officer and the airfield operations of the appropriate airport should/ must be notified that they are being utilized as a weather planning alternate
RKSM
RKTN
should
Aircrews should conduct their engine run-ups at their __________, and if on mission, _____ Checks.
respective parking spots
spectrum checks
This allows immediate troubleshooting from maintenance and IEW personnel should it be required.
Prior to taxing for departure, ensure WOW ORIDE switch is ____ and WX Radar is back to ____ to prevent damage or injury to equipment and personnel
OFF
STBY
It is ultimately the ________/ _______ discretion whether to conduct engine run-ups and Spectrum check procedures while on MOHAWK ramp.
Safety of operations is and will always be the number one priority
PIC’s/AMC’s
When deciding whether to relocate, factors such as the presence of contaminated ramp conditions, the proximity of other personnel or vehicles, and the impact of high winds should be carefully considered.
Double Mission
If the same aircraft are being utilized for both missions, aircrews should return to base upon completion of required ____ ____ time with minimal delay.
Aircrews should contact _____ to request fuel when ____ track
on station
WATCHDOG
Departing
The controlling agency for P-518 is ____
COBRA
If no response from COBRA prior to P518 entry, contact _____ and have them coordinate through landline prior to P-518 entry
Watchdog
Aircrews will report tactical to ATC within ____ nm of P-518
10NM
If at any time you are unsure of your position, confirmation will be made with ____.
If unable:
COBRA
an appropriate southerly heading away from P-518, and border will be taken immediately. Aircraft in the vicinity of Seoul must always remain clear of P-73. Aircrews will advise the controlling agency of their actions and maintain an appropriate southerly heading until an accurate position is established.
the NFL/CMA will be depicted prior to passing ______.
MUGAR
The NFL/CMA should be displayed by both the ___ and ____
iPads
FMS
Standards for SYNC are IAW the ____
dATM
For situational awareness the Sync Aircraft will provide ZULU arrival time for the Start Point via the FMS Flight Plan page to the Adjusting Aircraft at ____ minutes prior, ____ minutes prior and upon reaching the Start Point.
10mins
5mins
Aircraft that depart late should consult with the mission manager regarding station time; intent is to try and accomplish ___ hours on station.
x
Mission cancellations prior to flight launch will be at the discretion of the 3rd MI __ _____ or designated representative (BN ___ OR BN __) in conjunction with the J2 ISR Division Cell.
BN Commander
BN S3
BN XO
Aircraft that return before completing ___% of required station time will make every effort to return to station to complete the remainder of the station time.
50%
During the flight, the mission manager may contact the mission crew and request the mission crew to fly to their ____ fuel time if the mission is going well.
The mission crew can provide an extension to their scheduled off-station time if the fuel load is sufficient.
BINGO
Surge operations are defined as providing ____ additional _____ ____ ____ per day.
one
multi-ship mission
If recovered at an alternate airfield
If remaining overnight; zeroize the transponder and fills, ensure the aircraft is refueled, and secure the aircraft IAW TM 1-1510-262-10.
If installed remove CIK keys, zeroize and remove the encrypted hard drives.
Safeguard all secret documentation/equipment (mission book, JERSEY JACK Mission sheet, CIK key, crypto, encrypted hard drives, etc. will always remain on your person).
Send Track Report to ________ and ________ once established on-track
Send Track Report to WATCHDOG and VANGUARD once established on-track
Aircrews will ensure that the redacted EFB (if onboard) is _______
operating.
If the EFB is inoperable, an alternate method to depict the NFL/CMA may be used in which the FMS is operating in the “INDEPENDENT” mode and the #2 FMS is loaded with the boundary depicted.
The following steps should be followed to change tracks:
1) Notify____ , _____, _____, and _____of the change. Pass the appropriate word to COBRA as necessary.
(2) Reprogram the _____ as necessary.
(3) Brief _____ _____.
(4) Proceed to new track _____ clearance has been granted.
(5) Verify new track parameters, monitor controls and FMS closely to ensure turns are conducted properly
1) Notify AMC, VANGUARD, COBRA, and ATC of the change
2) FMS. It is recommended to program the new track a few turns after the current in order to allow time for coordination but also to ensure that a graphical depiction of the new track can be displayed and verified before proceeding.
3) Crew Actions
4) After
If the Adjusting Aircraft is not in sync, then the Adjusting Aircraft will perform the following:
1) _____turn
2) _____ turn
3) Adjust power and _____
1) Late Turn
2) Early Turn
3) Adjust power and airspeed (least preferred)
Who the final authority on whether to Return-to-Base (RTB) due to a MX issue?
The PC of the aircraft
If severe weather is encountered while on-track, the _____ is responsible for ensuring safety-of-flight and must make the determination whether to go to the backup track, RTB, or divert to an alternate airfield
PC
The aircrew will coordinate with the mission manager and flight operations and let them know their course of action
A PC or AMC will not cancel the mission prior to flight without coordination with the 3rd MI _____ _____ and the ATP commander
Battalion Commander
The intent during the mission is give the customer the full requested on-station time. If takeoff is late for any reason, the mission crew should still try to give the customer the _____ requested on-station time.
Coordination should be conducted with the mission manager to ensure that the PED is available to extend their mission time as well.
full
