NATOPS Chapter 3: Servicing HSM-50 Flashcards
PQMs and aircrew qualified in model can perform __ when __
servicing and handling of a/c when qualified maintenance personnel are not available
Minimum of __ ft should be maintained from other a/c or structures
50 ft
Minimum of __ ft should be maintained from any operating radar set
75 ft
When changing between authorized fuels
it is NOT necessary to drain the fuel system before adding new fuel
Fuels having same NATO code are
Interchangeable
Flameouts may be encountered following nosedown ground ops in excess of __ min; to prevent flameout,
10 min; establish IGE hover for 10 sec prior to takeoff
If FUEL PRESS illuminates during hover
don’t depart until it self clears
Restrictions for JP-4/JET B
- All TOs shall stabilize in hover with no fuel px cautions for min. of 10 sec before transitioning to fwd flight
- Single engine training
- Operating characteristics may change (may get lower op temps, slower accel, shorter range)
- Next 2 refuels with primary fuels hall be treated as if JP-4 in tanks
Primary Fuels
JP5, JP8, F24, TS1
Primary Fuel
Fuel that the a/c is authorized to use for continuous unrestricted ops
Restricted Fuel
Fuel that imposes operational restrictions on a/c
Emergency Fuel
Fuel which may be used for a minimum time when no other primary or restricted fuel is available in case of emergency or operational necessity
JP-5 capacity
590 gal, 4012 lbs
JP-8 capacity
590 gal, 3953 lbs
Fuel servicing unit shall not exceed __ psi to prevent possible fuel cell rupture
55
Internal fuel cell px greater than __ psi can cause rapid fuel cell expansion
2
Gravity fueling is not authorized with
engines/APU operating
During gravity fueling, beware of static electrical charge of ___ built up by rotors
15,000 to 20,000 psi
Utility Hyd Pump Capacity
0.92 quarts
Rescue Hoist Capacity
1.16 quarts