Phase 2 Flashcards
What is the publication for basic operations and equipment
TM 4-48.09
Publication for single point load rigging procedures
TM 4-48.10
Publication for dual point load rigging procedures
TM 4-48.11
When is a sling load used?
- Cargo compartment can’t carry the load
- load exceeds helicopter’s internal load
- ground crew must load or unload cargo
- A/C can’t land at LZ to offload
UH 60 A/L/M ACL
A- 8,000 lbs
LM- 9,000 lbs
CH-47 ACL different weights
17,000 Fore and Aft
26,000 Center
25,000 Fore and Aft Combo
Cargo Hook Releases
UH-60 Pilot and Crew chief can release electronically
CH-47 Pilot and crew chief can release electronically/ crew release manually. Center hook has no release lever for ground crew
What are the 3 units?
- Supported Unit
- Aviation (Supporting) Unit
- Receiving Unit
Supported Unit Responsibilities
Selecting/Controlling PZ
Getting all equipment needed for sling load
Inspecting and rigging load
Aviation Unit Responsibilities
Coordinate with Supported and Receiving unit
Advise supported unit on load limitations
Advise on suitability of PZ/LZs
Provide assistance in returning equipment
Receiving unit responsibilities
Selects/controls the LZ
Derigs load
Returns and rigs back equipment
Sing load classifications (CUPS)
- certified
- unique
- prohibited
- suitable
10k sling set characteristics
(APEX FITTING)
DULL GRAY ALUMINUM
PIN SIZE 1 1/8 INCH DIAM.
(SLING LEG)
1 Leg- 2500 lbs
ROPE COLOR OLIVE DRAB
LENGTH 12 FEET
ROPE DIAMETER 7/8 INCH
(CHAIN)
LINKS 110 - 115
LENGTH 8 FEET
TOTAL WEIGHT 52 LBS
25k sling set characteristics
(APEX FITTING)
GOLD COLORED STEEL
PIN SIZE 1 1/2 INCH DIAM.
(SLING LEG)
1 Sling Leg- 6250 lbs
ROPE COLOR BLACK
LENGTH 12 FEET
ROPE DIAMETER 1 1/4 INCH
(CHAIN)
LINKS 84 - 88
LENGTH 8 FEET
TOTAL WEIGHT 114 LBS
Where is the damage criteria chart found?
TM 4-48.09 Chapter 6
Pressure Sensitive Tape rated capacity
80 lbs per wrap, can be used as breakaway
Type 3 Nylon (550 cord) rated capacity and characteristics
- 550 lbs
- White round and smooth to the touch
- Used as a permanent tie
1/4 inch cotton webbing rated capacity and characteristics
-80 lbs
- white, flat and rough to the touch
-Used as a breakaway tie
3/8 Inch hemp rope rated capacity
3,180 lbs
7/16 inch nylon rope
4,500 lbs
Used as a collar on the cargo net, to secure and rappel
CGU-1/B Rated Capacity
5,000 lbs
Large Suspension clevis capacity
12,500 lbs
Medium/small Suspension clevis capacity
6,250 lbs
5/8 in screw pin clevis capacity
4,420 lbs
ADS Rated Capacity
10,000 lbs
Type IV Connector Link Rated Capacity
12,500 lbs
Criteria for ADS unserviceability
Three or more consecutive loose or broken stitches
Five stitches loose or broken in the same area
What 5 things must all ground crew wear?
- ACH
- Goggles
- Earplugs
- Gloves
- Sleeves rolled down
What are the 3 phases of a sling load operation?
Phase 1: Preparation and rigging
Phase 2: Inspection
Phase 3: Sling Load Operation
Where can 7382s be found?
AASLT HB Appendix C
Appendix I of TM 4-48.09
3 Factors of inflight stability
-Proper weight. Must be 500 lbs
-Proper Drag surface. Nose/down link correct
-Proper Air Speed. Determined by Aviation CDR or pilot in command
How to increase stability
-Reduce airspeed (least preferred)
-Increase weight
-Redistribute weight
-Alter drag surface
-Install drogue chute
What are certified sling loads
Items of equipment that have completed the evaluation and TESTING REQUIRED BY THE ARMY NATICK SOLDIER CENTER (NSC) for sling load verification