PG 85-00-310A 2/2/2024 Flashcards

Revised 2/2/2024

1
Q

For any malfunction or discrepancy not discussed in the process guide or MPC, contact whom for further guidance

A

ALSE Technical Services or ALSE Prime Unit

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Who has the ability to initiate a basic repair as necessary, but that repair shall not alter the functionality or integrity of the life support equipment (e.g.,reinforcement of a damaged handle)

A

The Shop Chief

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Who will formulate, produce, and distribute applicable equipment change actions to the equipment and to respective sections of this process guide

A

ALC ALSE Technical Services

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For determination of repairability of life rafts or container, life vests refer to where

A

Aviation Life Support Equipment Systems Manual, COMDINST M13520.1

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To ensure a minimal amount of moisture in put to inflation assemblies, all CO2 shall pass through how many purifier assemblies connected in series. The purifier cartridges in each assembly shall be replaced after how many pounds of CO2 have passed through cartridges

A

Two

250

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What is the max air pressure for compressed air dryer

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150 psi

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The compressed air dryer column contains two chambers of desiccant material. While one is drying the compressed air (absorption), the other is simultaneously undergoing regeneration (desorption). Approximately every _____ minutes, the two columns automatically reverse in function.

A

2 minutes

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Compressed Air Dryer Desiccant Material typically exceeds 10,000 hours (3-1/2 years, 8 hours per day). The primary indication that the desiccant requires changing is the CO2/N2 pump _____ during operation.

A

freezing

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Compressed air Dryer Filters Typically last how long

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2 to 3 years

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The LRU-25/A is manufactured from yellow urethane-coated nylon and has a volume of ______, and the operating pressure is 1.3 to 4.7 PSIG.

A

26.8 cubic feet

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Normal capacity is _____ persons and overload capacity is _____ persons. Inflation time is 60 seconds. It has a water-activated internal light system. The LRU-25/A life raft assembly is used for aircrews in H-60, H-65, and C-144 aircraft.

A

6 persons
9 persons

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12
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How many subsystems are in the LRU-25 and LRU-33 rafts

A

It consists of five major subsystems:

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The external relief valve operating pressure is approximately _____ PSIG. The internal relief valve operating pressure is approximately _____ PSIG for the LRU-25

A

3.2 and 2.9

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The LRU-25 lifelines are constructed of _____ webbing attached to the inflatable at intervals by means of fabric patch material

A

1-inch wide

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Deployment and inflation of the LRU-25/A, LRU-33, POD-8 is found where

A

the applicable flight manual

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16
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How often is a functional test due on the LRU-25, LRU-33, and POD-8 rafts

A

every 3rd leak test or 36 months

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17
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The LRU-25 inflation assembly is rated at 3,500±100 PSIG at 70° F with a combination charge of _____ pounds of CO2 and _____ pounds of N2.
The over pressure rupture disk will rupture at _____ PSIG

A

2.20 LBS CO2
1.7 LBS N2

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4,500 to 4,900

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18
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A pull force of _____ pounds is required to actuate the LRU-25 and LRU-33 rafts inflation valve.

A

6 to 15

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19
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The LRU-25 cylinder is required to be hydrostatically tested every _____ years (_____ months) and has a service life of 3 hydrostatic tests or a life limit of _____ years from the date of manufacture

A

5 years

15 years

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The LRU-33/A is manufactured from yellow urethane-coated nylon and has a volume of ____, and the operating pressure is 1.5 to 3.6 PSIG at 70°F.

A

86.3 cubic feet

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21
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What is the normal and over load capacity of the LRU-33 raft

A

20 normal
30 over load

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What is the relief valve opening and closing pressures for the LRU-33

A

3.2 opening
2.4 closing

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The LRU-33 inflation assembly is rated at 3,500±100 PSIG at 70° F with a combination charge of _____ pounds of CO2 and _____ pounds of N2.
The over pressure rupture disk will rupture at _____ PSIG

A

3.06 LBS CO2
5.7 LBS N2

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4,500 to 4,900

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How often is the cylinder for the LRU-33 raft due to be hydrostatically tested

A

every 5 years

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What is the size and type of wood used for the LRU-33 raft storage cradle

A

1x4in pine

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26
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How much does the RSLR1 weigh and how many pounds of buoyancy does it provide

A

weighs 7 LBS
180 LBS of buoyancy

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27
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What type of knot is used to connect the inflation/retention lanyard to the RSLR1

A

larks head

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28
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What are the dimensions of the RSLR1 raft floor

A

10x4x3 in

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How often is the functional test completed on the RSLR1, MD11, LPU-26, LPU-27s, NCR vest

A

36 months or every 6th leak test

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30
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What shape is the POD-8 and what size is the tube

A

octagonal shape
15 inches

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31
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How much buoyancy does the POD-8 provide per person and and what is the normal load size

A

200 LBS per person
8 persons

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32
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Describe the ADR-8

A

a single POD-8 dropped with a 12 ft ads

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33
Q

Describe the ASRK-16

A

is 2 POD-8 rafts and 1 survival equipment bag, designed to stay afloat for 6 hours

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Describe the ASRK-24

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is 3 POD-8 rafts (bags 1,3,5) and 2 survival equipment bags, designed to stay afloat for 6 hours

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The POD-8 cylinder should be hydrostatically tested how often with a service life of how long

A

3 years
8 tests or 24 years

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36
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What size is the POD-8 bottle

A

125 cubic inch rated at 3000 psi with a pressure relief valve designed to vent between 4200 and 4500 psi

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37
Q

Important things about the mass casualty raft

A
  1. trail line used as inflation lanyard
  2. 3 ft from each end
  3. weak link attached to inflation
  4. 20 person raft
  5. deployment/inflation procedures
    found in MH65 flight manual
  6. 1 year visual inspect
  7. 5 year manufactures leak test

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38
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How much does the MD11 weigh with inflation cylinder installed

A

2.2 lbs

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39
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How many pounds of buoyancy does the MD11 provide

A

35 lbs

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40
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What is the protective collar of the MD11 constructed of

A

6 ounce Nomex

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41
Q

Where is the survival equipment pocket located on the MD11

A

left side when worn

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42
Q

How many beads are on the MD11 inflation assembly

A

5

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43
Q

Where are the primary and secondary inflation means located on the MD11

A

primary full assembly- right side
secondary oral inflation tube- left

when worn

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44
Q

How many pounds of buoyancy does the AV-35 fixed wing passenger vest provide

A

35 lbs for a person weighing 35 lbs or more

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45
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What is the inspection interval for the AV-35 vest

A

12 months visual not to exceed 60 months from DOM, 60 months manufacturer leak test

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46
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How much does the LPU-26 vest weigh and how many pounds of buoyancy does it provide

A

5 lbs including equipment
22 lbs of buoyancy

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47
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How much does the LPU-27 FW weigh and how much buoyancy does it provide

A

2.63 lbs without survival items

44 lbs buoyancy

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48
Q

How many sizes does the LPU-27FW come in and how many pockets does it have

A

one size
4 pockets

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49
Q

What size cartridge inflates the LPU-27FW

A

40 gram

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50
Q

Where can you find supplemental repair procedures for the LPU-27FW

A

PG 85-00-310

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How much does the LPU-27PE sar warrior weigh and how many pounds of buoyancy does it provide

A

12.5 lbs including equipment
65 lbs of buoyancy

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52
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Describe 11 features the LPU-27PE

A
  1. 6 pockets
  2. comes in one size
  3. 10 beads on the inflation handle
  4. 2 oral inflation valves on wearers
    right
  5. equipped with pull the dot buttons
  6. 2 rows of 4 buttons on seas pocket
  7. allows for CBR attachment
  8. 10 in zipper
  9. cobra fittings
  10. bladder attaches to casing with 4
    bayonet fittings and 2 pull the dots
  11. 5 webbing adjuster locations

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53
Q

For helmet clearance and keeping the bladder off the wearers neck, Assure that there are approximately _____ inches between top of neck and flotation collar back

A

5

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54
Q

Which vest is used by aircrew involved in airborne use of force missions and comes equipped with the tactical floatation support system (TFSS)

A

LPU-27PEG

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55
Q

How many pockets does the LPU-27PEG have

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4 pockets equipped with the seas pocket CBR attachment (2 vert rows of 4 buttons)

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Q

The TFSS is a flotation device specifically designed for covert warfighters, combat swimmers, and/or maritime airborne operations personnel. How many pounds of buoyancy per feet of seawater depth does it off

A

45 lbs at 33 ft
57 lbs at 15 ft
80 lbs at surface level

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57
Q

How many webbing adjusters on on the LPU-27PEG

A

6 (1 chest strap)

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58
Q

How many pounds of buoyancy does the NCR vest provide

A

it provides a positive righting moment (face up) with 35 lbs of buoyancy

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59
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How much does the NCR vest weigh and what is the waist adjustment range?

A

less than 2 lbs without equipment

30-48 inches

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On the NCR vest where is the inflation assembly located and how many beads are on the lanyard

A

wearers right
4 beads
inflation tubes on wearers left

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61
Q

How much does the triton weigh and how many pounds of buoyancy does it provide

A

9.5 lbs including equipment
35 lbs of buoyancy

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62
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How often is the functional on the triton

A

every 24 months

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63
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How long is the life limit of the triton

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96 months from date of initial inspection

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64
Q

What is a minimum inspection on the triton

A

It is the responsibility of each AST to perform a duty day inspection on their harness

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65
Q

How much does the MRP-10 raft weigh and how much buoyancy does it provide

A

37 lbs
1200 lbs of buoyancy

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66
Q

What are the dimensions of the MRP-10 and the case

A

raft: 9.5x9.5 ft octagonal shape providing 37 sq ft

case: 24x12 in

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67
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What is the maintenance cycle for the MRP-10 raft

A

5 year

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68
Q

What is the standard equipment in the MRP-10

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water activated locator light, sea anchor, heaving ring/line, user manual, bag, knife, whistle, flashlight, inflation pump, repair clamps

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69
Q

How often is the routine inspection (visual) for the ADS

A

once per calendar week

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On the ADS, who determines the extent of the special inspection and if another inspection is warranted who decides regardless of the last inspection date

A

AST shop supervisor

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71
Q

What is the safe zone for ph balance for an ADS

A

5.0-9.0

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72
Q

What is the hour criteria for an ADS immersed in saltwater to deem it only good for cargo drop training

A

for more than 24 hours or if it cannot be washed within 36 hours after immersion

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73
Q

ADS assemblies exposed to light water, protein foam, PKP, or
combinations there of, shall be thoroughly washed within _____ hours after exposure. ADS assemblies exposed to firefighting chemicals and not washed within _____ hours shall be considered unserviceable.

A

30

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74
Q

What do you use to clean biohazard contamination on an ADS

A

Clean Gear 2

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75
Q

What type of machines are used for washing and drying an ADS

A

front loading tumble washer
any tumble type dryer with temp control not exceeding 60 C (140 F)

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76
Q

How can you soften hard water to reduce fabric deterioration

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1 tablespoon of sodium metaphosphate to 1 gallon of water

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77
Q

When washing an ADS what do you wrap the metal fittings in

A

heavy flannel

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78
Q

What is max temp for water and drying when washing and drying an ADS

A

60 C or 140 F

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Q

When hand washing an ADS how long to you agitate

A

do not exceed 10 minutes

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80
Q

What do you do with the suspension lines while machine washing

A

gather the lines and tie with cord every 3 feet from the ends to the canopy skirt

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81
Q

What is the break strength percentage lost in pounds from sun exposure

A

7 Days 52%
14 Days 71%
21 Days 94%

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82
Q

What colors show on an ADS canopy from ultraviolet damage

A

yellowish when viewed in daylight
white fluorescent when viewed in ultraviolet light

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83
Q

When do you machine dry ADS canopy

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only after 1 hour of drip drying

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84
Q

What is the inspection interval for individual issued equipment and survival kits

A

180 days

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85
Q

The pocket survival multi tool shall have what engraved on it

A

initials

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86
Q

How long is the pocket hook knife

A

6 3/8in

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87
Q

How long is the blade on the aircrew survival and egress knife (ASEK)

A

5 INCHES

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88
Q

What type of sharpener should be used to sharpen a serrated blade

A

Spyderco Tri sharpener

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89
Q

How long do you work the ground edge of a non serrated blade on a whetstone for sharpening

A

5-8 seconds

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90
Q

What are the specs on the strobe light

A

150,000 peak lumens per flash
Omnidirectional 360 degrees
Flash Rate= 60±10 flashes per minute
Visibility: 2 miles
Duration: 8 hours continuous at 32°F
Waterproof to 33 feet (1atmosphere)

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91
Q

What are the specs on the MK-79

A

Hand-launched aerial signal flare consisting of one MK-31 projector and seven MK-80 flare cartridges.

Fires 12,000 candle power red pyrotechnic star.

Reaches altitude of 250 to 650 feet lasting 4.5seconds

Visible up to 3/4 mile during daylight and 10 miles at night

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92
Q

What are the specs for the MK-124

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night end: red instruction letters, raised ridges, white lever, red flare 3600 candle power, 20 seconds, visible up to 8 miles

day end: red lever, orange letters, 20 second smoke, visible up to 1/2 mile depending on winds

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93
Q

For operating instructions, handling and storage, and safety precautions relating to location markers, refer to Pyrotechnic, Screening, Marking, and Counter measure Devices Manual, __________

A

NAVSEA SW050-AB-MMA-010, Chapter 11

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94
Q

MK-25 specs

A

Produces yellow flame and white smoke for 13.5 to 18.5 minutes.

Arming cap has words SAFE (green letters) and ARM (red letters).

Marker will scuttle and sink within 3 to 12 hours after water impact, or 1 to 3 hours after ignition.

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Q

MK-58 specs

A

Produces yellow flame and white smoke for 40 to 60 minutes.

Visible for at least 3 miles under normal operating conditions

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96
Q

AIRCRAFT SHOULD NOT FLY AT LOW ALTITUDES OVER BURNING MARKERS. IGNITION OF THE SECOND CANDLE CAN BE FORCEFUL WITH FLAME OCCASIONALLY EJECTED UP TO _____ FEET

A

50 FEET

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97
Q

What are 3 important facts about the signal mirror

A
  1. 2x3 inches
  2. 8 million candle power
  3. visible up to 40 miles

4-7

98
Q

How long will chemlight remain lit

A

4 in yellow/green/orange- 6 hour
6 in yellow/green/orange- 12 hour

4-7

99
Q

What are 3 important facts about the sea dye marker

A
  1. visible at approx 2 miles at 3,000 feet altitude

2.exhausted in 20-30 minutes

3.ceases to be a good target after 1 hour.

4-7

100
Q

What is the audible range for the signal whistle

A

1000 yards depending on wind and surface conditions

4-7

101
Q

How many minutes of breathing does the SEAS-1 give

A

1-3 minutes

4-8

102
Q

How long is the SEAS-1 hose

A

20 inches for aircrew and 27 for RS

4-8

103
Q

What is the life limit for the SEAS-1 cylinder

A

120 months or 10 years

4-8

104
Q

For a post use inspection of the SEAS-1, place in storage charged with how much PSI to ensure no moisture enters the cylinder

A

100 psi minimum

4-9

105
Q

How is the RS SEAS belt worn

A

at the waist with the holster on the left hip

4-9

106
Q

What is the operating life of the 406 PLB (battery life)

A

24 hours minimum

4-10

107
Q

How many digits is the UIN on the 406 plb

A

15

4-10

108
Q

While transmitting a distress signal, the red LED will flash once every _____ seconds, indicating that the beacon is active. An additional beep will sound every time the beacon transmits data to the satellites (approximately every _____ seconds)

A

2 seconds

50 seconds

4-10

109
Q

For the first _____ hours after beacon activation, the internal GPS will start up every _____ minutes; search to find the LAT/LON. If for any reason the internal GPS cannot update the LAT/LON, the last position of the user, will be used for the next 4 hours. At that time, the GREEN LED will stop blinking and the RED LED will flash once every 5 seconds until new GPS data is obtained. Between 6 hours and the end of the operating life (minimum of 24 hours), a GPS location update is attempted every _____ minutes.

A

6 hours/30 minutes

60 minutes

4-10

110
Q

Who do you contact for an accidental activation of the 406 PLB

A

United States Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC)

1-800-851-3051

4-11

111
Q

How long do you depress the on/off button to deactivate the 406 plb

A

2 seconds and 2 fast green lights will flash

4-11

112
Q

How often is the 406 PLB renewal

A

every 2 years

4-12

113
Q

What’s the life limit for the 406 PLB battery

A

5 years from date of manufacture or emergency use

4-12

114
Q

What is the MOB1

A

Automated Identification system transmitting a man overboard status and position alert 8 times per minute to all AIS enabled vessels

4-12

115
Q

What are important specs on the AIS MOB1

A
  1. Water proof to 10 meters
  2. 24+ hours of operational life
  3. AIS Transmission: Message 1 (Position, repeated eight times per minute), Message 14 (MOB status, repeated twice every 4 minutes)
  4. Warranty: 5 years (2 years in commercial applications)
  5. Range: Up to 5 nautical miles
  6. weight- 92 grams
  7. Battery life limit: 7 years

4-13

116
Q

Who approves personal survival kits

A

EO

4-13

117
Q

What is the inspection interval for personal survival kits

A

annually with flight gear inspection

4-13

118
Q

Region-specific personal survival kit used by ASTs consisting of the necessary equipment to increase chances of survival when faced with a situation in which they are left on land for a period greater than _____ hours

A

24 hours

4-14

119
Q

AASK stands for what and it provides survival equipment for how many days

A

Arctic/Antarctic Survival Kit

15 days

4-14

120
Q

What are the 2 variations of the AASK and how many people do they provide for

A

AASK Core- 3

AASK PAX- 3

4-14

121
Q

What are the situations the AST shop supervisor determines

A
  1. type of containers used for packing and transporting AASK. 4-14
  2. On the ADS, determines the extent of the special inspection and if another inspection is warranted, regardless of the last inspection date 3-1
  3. Additional equipment in the CWASK 4-15
  4. Repair or replace MAC-10 suit at discretion of shop supervisor 6-36
122
Q

The selection of the type of containers for packing and transporting the AASKs will be at the discretion of whom

A

AST shop supervisor

4-14

123
Q

What does CWASK stand for and how may crew members does it provide for

A

Cold Weather Aircrew Survival Kit

4 members

4-14

124
Q

The additional CWASK equipment will be at the discretion of whom

Will be determined by the area of operations and its conditions

A

AST shop supervisor

4-15

125
Q

How tall is the ADS can and how much does it weigh

A

approx 20 inches in height

90 lbs (with or without 25 lb ballast bag)

4-15

126
Q

How much does the water storage bag hold

A

5 quarts

4-15

127
Q

How much nylon cord is provided in the life raft survival equipment kit

A

50 ft lengths for type 1 and 3

4-15

128
Q

What is the breaking strength of type 1 and 3 cord

A

type 1: 100 lbs
type 3: 500 lbs

4-15

129
Q

Describe the lightweight casualty blanket

A

orange/silver

96x56 inches

4-16

130
Q

What are the specs for the sunscreen

A

30 spf minimum
2 year shelf life
PABA free(can cause allergic reaction)

4-16

131
Q

What is the life limit for the survival rations

A

6.5 years

4-16

132
Q

How many ounces of water are in the emergency drinking water packet and what is the life limit

A

4.5 OZ

5 years

4-16

133
Q

Policies concerning quality assurance, records, and repair of rescue equipment are contained where

A

Aviation Life Support Equipment Systems Manual, COMDINST M13520.1

5-1

134
Q

How many calories does the MRE provide and what is the shelf life

A

800-1200 calories

3 years stored at 80^F
6 months stored at 100^F

4-16

135
Q

What are important facts about the litter

A
  1. weighs 45 lbs
  2. 5 lb weight to keep horizontal
  3. weight capacity excess of 600 lbs
  4. 2 wool blankets rolled up at the foot

5-1

136
Q

How much does the medevac board weigh and what is the weight capacity

A

19 lbs

300 lb weight capacity

5-2

137
Q

Important facts about the rescue sling

A
  1. weight capacity of 600 lbs
  2. 71 inches long

5-3

138
Q

What are important facts about the rescue basket

A
  1. weighs 40 lbs
  2. weight capacity 600 lbs
  3. “remain seated” on float cover

5-2

139
Q

Important facts about the salvage pump

A
  1. 120-150 gallons per minute/10ft lift
  2. 4 cycle engine
  3. 3.5 HP at 3600 rpm
  4. 20 ft discharge hose, 3in diam.
  5. 15 ft suction hose, 2 in diameter
  6. 5-6 hours on 1 gallon of gas
  7. repairs outside RS capabilities may go to local small engine shop

5-4, 5-5

140
Q

Authorized AEDs/PEDS/Patient monitors are dependent on each unit airframe. Refer where for guidelines for approving AED/PED. Any AED not listed on the certified PED list needs to be authorized through ALSE Technical Services.

A

Aviation Life Support Equipment Systems Manual, COMDINST M13520.1 (series), Chapter 6

States to submit a TR

5-5

141
Q

Important facts about the ERD

A
  1. comes with 2 handles
  2. Pro Traxion Pulley-side-opening, self-arresting pulley
  3. 155 ft rope,140 usable, 1/2 in diam
  4. 300 lb load capacity
  5. annual lubrication
  6. rope replacement: 36 months

5-6

142
Q

Where can yo find the approved list for AEDS/PEDS/Patient monitors

A

ESD link, “certifiedPEDS”

M13520.1 p 6-4 via 5-5 of 310

143
Q

Important facts about the hoist quick splice

A
  1. 5 routing slots
  2. 1,3,5 numbered on same side
  3. 5 has the spring clip
  4. start at 1, end at 5

5-7

144
Q

Important facts about the trail line

A
  1. 107 ft
  2. 105 ft fabricated
  3. 300 lb breaking weak link
  4. 5 lb weight bag

5-7

145
Q

What is the locked position on the fixed wing crew member aircraft safety belt (gunner belt)

A

locking pin is rotated and
released from the detent, a spring pulls it DOWN into the locked position

5-8

146
Q

Important facts about the message streamer

A
  1. 5x6.5 inches
  2. 7 ft streamer
    3-x1/2 in closed cell foam for floatation

5-9

147
Q

How long is the type 3 retaining lanyard for the hoist cable cutter

A

62 in

5-9

148
Q

Where does the overhand knot and 2 in loop go on the hoist cable cutter lanyard

A

10 inches from brass snap hook

5-10

149
Q

What is the primary method for obtaining the HGU-56 flight helmet, RS helmet, MASSIF under garments, RS dry suit, and aircrew dry suit

A

ALC ALSE centralization process at ALC

6-1

150
Q

Unless noted otherwise, protective flight equipment will be inspected in
accordance with policies set forth where

A

Aviation Life Support Equipment Systems Manual, COMDINST M13520.1 CH 7

(by AST annually, per M13520.1 CH. 7

7-1)

6-1

151
Q

For protective gear, what priority is assigned to each item being ordered through the 4491 process

A

priority 5, however priority 2 may be assigned for mission essential gear needed within 5 days

6-1

152
Q

For flight suit fitting what torso numbers constitute short, regular, and long

A

short- below 64 inches
regular- 64-68 inches
tall- 69 inches or longer

6-1

153
Q

When sewing a flight suit, how is the admiral insignia placed

A

single ray points towards the collar

6-2

154
Q

When sewing a flight suit, how is the captain insignia placed

A

The eagle’s head is placed with the beak facing towards the collar, facing toward the front

6-2

155
Q

When sewing a flight suit, how is the commander/LT commander insignia placed

A

the stem of the oak cluster facing outwards or away from the collar

6-1

156
Q

When sewing a flight suit, how is the LT, LTJG, Ensign insignia placed

A

The short side of each bar faces fore and aft.

6-2

157
Q

When sewing a flight suit, how is the cwo insignia placed

A

The short side of each bar faces fore and aft

6-2

158
Q

The RS or FM patch attached to the right shoulder should not exceed what size

A

5 in diameter

6-2

159
Q

Who evaluates local area OPSEC and decides the wearing of local patches

A

CO

6-2

160
Q

What are the specifications for the standardized name tag

A

size- 2x4 in leather blank
letter color- 23 kt gold foil
font- 18 pt news gothic caps

6-2

161
Q

What color undershirt goes under the combat flight suit ensemble

A

black, blue, or tan

6-8

162
Q

What are the sizes for the multi-climate protection system (under garments)

A

MEN:
short-below 67
regular- 67-72 in
long- above 72

WOMEN:
short- below 64
regular- 64-68
long- above 68

6-14, 6-15

163
Q

Where do units procure under garments

A

ALC only

6-15

164
Q

What is the minimum insulation for winter boots

A

200 gram thinsulate

6-16

165
Q

What is the only modification authorized for the flight boots

A

the optional slide fastener inserts

inserts with metal fasteners are not authorized

6-16

166
Q

Who may authorize modifications to flight gear to counter physical problems

A

CG or DOD flight surgeons

6-16

167
Q

How many sizes do the Nomex summer flyers gloves come in

A

6 sizes (7-12)

6-17

168
Q

What temperature do nomex summer flyers gloves begin to char

A

700-800 ^ F

6-17

169
Q

How many sizes do the Nomex winter gloves come in

A

7 sizes (5-11)

6-17

170
Q

What sizes do the HWI Touchscreen Summer Flyer’s Gloves come in

A

small- XXL

6-17

171
Q

What sizes do the Wiley-X Orion (Full Fingered) gloves come in

A

small-XXL

6-17

172
Q

Which fingers are removed on the Wiley-X Aries 3 QTR Fingered

A

thumb, index, and middle

small-XXL

6-17

173
Q

Describe the nametape on the HGU-56 flight helmet

A

Aircrew Name Tape- aircrew name tape shall be black tape with contrasting letters, 1/2 inch in height minimum, using rank/rate, last name

6-26

174
Q

What standard does the GATH helmet meet

A

European white water helmet CEEN 1385 standard

360-420 grams

6-27

175
Q

What are the sizes of the GATH helmet

A

small-xxxl

6-27

176
Q

What sizes do the TEAM WENDY EXFIL LTP HELMET come in

A

2 sizes: M/L and XL

6-29

177
Q

How many adjustable comfort pads come with the zorbium foam liner of the RS team WENDY helmet

A

8

6-30

178
Q

How many adjustable comfort pads come with the zorbium foam liner of the team WENDY ballistic helmet

A

16 pads in 2 thicknesses

6-33

179
Q

Repair or replace MAC-10 suit at discretion of whom

A

shop supervisor

6-36

180
Q

There are _______ sizes (based off height and chest) of the MAC-10 available in international orange, sage green, and/or royal blue

A

17 sizes

6-36

181
Q

When donning the immersion suit which arm goes in first

A

non dominant arm

6-37

182
Q

Donning the immersion suit out of the water should be accomplished in _____ seconds or less

A

60 seconds

6-38

183
Q

Repaired items of the immersion suit should be allowed at least _____ hours to set prior to using

A

12 hours,

12 hours for aqua seal, only 2 if accelerate (COTOL 240) is using to speed curing

6-38, 6-39

184
Q

Max temperature for iron for the iron mend fabrication kit for the immersion suit

A

275^F, 135^F

6-39

185
Q

How does corrosion present on the teeth of a zipper

A

white powder or green discoloration

6-40

186
Q

How should immersion suits be stowed

A

with the zipper open 2 inches above the bottom zipper stop

6-41

187
Q

What is the maximum number of dry suits allowed to order at once

A

24 max

6-42

188
Q

Where is the ALC SWITLIK Ordering Form page

A

ALC SharePoint

6-43

189
Q

How many rings do you trim at a time when trimming the dry suit for the neck and wrist seals

A

one ring

6-43

190
Q

What is the manufacture leak test interval for the aircrew dry coverall

A

2 years

6-44

191
Q

What is the service life limit of the aircrew dry coverall

A

10 years

6-44

192
Q

Tears in the ADC up to _____ inches is repairable

A

6 inches

6-46

193
Q

What do you clean grease and oil spots on the ADC with

A

simple green

6-47

194
Q

What type of hanger is the ADC hung up on

A

wooden or plastic

6-47

195
Q

What are the procedures for long term storage of the ADC

A

4 folds with the zipper within 4 inches of end seal blocks

6-47, 48

196
Q

Where can the minimum flight gear list be found

A

PG 85-00-310

6-48

197
Q

Who will determine the appropriate
jacket for their Area of Operation Responsibility (AOR) from the
list of authorized jackets

A

Commanding Officer

6-49

198
Q

All passengers flying aboard Coast Guard aircraft shall be outfitted in
appropriate protective clothing based on the environmental conditions outlined where

A

Air Operations Manual, COMDINSTM3710.1

6-49

199
Q

How often is PAX gear inspected

A

annually

6-50

200
Q

Where can the AF-538 be found

A

CG portal

6-50

201
Q

How many sizes are there for the laser eye protection glasses

A

3

small, medium, large

6-50

202
Q

Normally AST shops will use what type of thread

A

Z twist type

7-1

203
Q

What are the tensile strengths in lbs of the different thread sizes

A

A- 2.75
AA- 3.9
B- 5.5
E- 8.5
F- 11.0
FF- 16.0

7-1

204
Q

What cord is used to tie survival items to life rafts and vest and what is the breaking strength

A

type 1

100 lbs

7-1

205
Q

What cord is used for parachute suspension lines and what is its breaking strength

A

type 3

500 lbs

7-1

206
Q

What is the breaking strength of gutted type 3 cord

A

300 lbs

7-1

207
Q

When using adhesive to attach hook and pile , how long do you let the cement cure

A

48 hours

7-4

208
Q

What is the minimum number of tucks for splicing line

A

3-4 tucks

7-8

209
Q

What are the first 3 steps in timing the sewing machine

A
  1. Secure power to sewing machine and set to 0 SPI
  2. raise presser foot
  3. Ensure needle is in full-up position

7-13

210
Q

How many screws are on the safety clutch of the sewing machine

A

3

7-15

211
Q

Substitution of equipment (on the HRS authorized equipment list) of a lesser quality than prescribed is prohibited without the approval from whom

A

Coast Guard RS Program Manager

8-1

212
Q

Who determines the items and vendors that meet the standards prescribed for the HRSOC

A

CG-711

8-1

213
Q

Initial issue of the HRSOC consisted of what

A

6 shirts (4 ss/tt, 2 Ls)
3 workout shorts
2 swimsuits
2 sets of cold weather gear
1 pair of athletic shoes
1 set of foul weather gear

8-1

214
Q

After initial issue of HRSOC, gear is turned in on a one for one basis with the gear being determined unserviceable by whom

A

shop chief

8-1

215
Q

How often is the RS ensemble inspected

A

annually

8-2

216
Q

PAX and duck flight gear shall be purchased using what funds

A

local unit funds

8-2

217
Q

What shall be used for ordering aviation protective equipment from the ALC ALSE centralization process.

A

CG-4491 Parts and Material Request/Use For

8-2

218
Q

RS shorts will be black, with or without pockets, with 2 to 8
inches of inseam, and the manufacturer logo, if present, will not exceed how many inches

A

1 inch

8-2

219
Q

RS compression shorts will be polyester/spandex fabric,
black, tight fitting with how many inches of inseam

A

4 to 8 inches

8-2

220
Q

The manufacturers logo on any piece of the HRSOC shall not exceed what size

A

1 in

8-2 and many other pages

221
Q

What color shall the workout socks be

A

white, black, or gray in ankle or calf height

8-4

222
Q

The watch crystal must be of a hardness equal to or greater than what

A

9 Mohs (i.e., sapphire)

8-4

223
Q

Important facts about the watch

A
  1. water resistant rating to 100 m
  2. Watch must be a conservative color
  3. Cost of the watch will not exceed $650.00

8-4

224
Q

Dry suits are ordered by the Flight Gear Issue Petty Officer through where

A

the ALC website through
Share Point

8-5

225
Q

When ordering the amphibious work boot, it is recommended to
size up _____ sizes to allow for dry suit foot insulation thickness

A

one to two

8-9

226
Q

Rescue Swimmer VHF Radio will be a compact transceiver with a water proof rating of

A

IPX7

8-10

227
Q

Rescue Swimmer VHF Radio It will
be powered by a (minimum) 5-watt lithium-ion battery to facilitate a minimum of ______ of battery life (when fully charged)

A

11 to 14 hours

8-10

228
Q

RS flashlight will be water proof to a minimum of what

A

30 meters

8-12

229
Q

What size is the RS SEAS belt

A

2x45 in

8-12

230
Q

What is the minimum and maximum volume size for the RS gear bag

A

minimum-1200 in3
maximum- 6500 in3

8-14

231
Q

The rescue rope equipment bag should be big enough to carry how much rope

A

250 feet of 1/2-inch 11-mm kermantle line

8-20

232
Q

The Signal sleeves are constructed of what

A

yellow acrylic fabric with
four 1-inch bands of SOLAS-grade retroreflective material sewn evenly around the circumference of the sleeves

8-20

233
Q

The rescue loop is constructed of what

A

1-inch tubular webbing (4,500 foot-pounds), length 6 to 12 inches

8-20

234
Q

What color under shirts are authorized to wear under the flight suit jacket or combat shirt

A

black, blue, or tan

8-23

235
Q

Minimum rescue equipment required to be fully mission capable for SAR is located where

A

Aviation Life Support Equipment Systems Manual,
COMDINST M13520.1 (series), Chapter6

9-1

236
Q

Due to the varying operational environment of each unit,
supplemental SAR gear may be added as needed by whom

A

unit Commanding Officer (CO)

9-1

237
Q

Quantities of the ALSE equipment for each airframe listed below are at the discretion of whom

A

unit CO unless quantity is specified in the MPC

9-1

238
Q

How many 12 and 28 foot chutes go on fixed wing aircraft

A

12 ft- 1 per ADS can
28 ft- 1 per dewatering pump

9-1

239
Q

Where is the AUF authorized equipment list for gunner units

A

PG 85-00-310A

Enclosure 1

240
Q

The Stratus Systems SLT-2000 Tester has what 2 flash rates available

A

50 +- 10 flashes (default)
60 +- 10 flashes

Enclosure 2

241
Q

How long will the Stratus Systems SLT-2000 Tester (strobe light tester) and Stratus Systems DMH-2000 Tester (helmet comms tester) sit idle before automatically turning off

A

4 minutes, to turn back on switch the on/off switch to off for 30 seconds then to on position

Enclosure 2 Note