Phase I, Block VIII - Aircraft Handling Fundamentals Flashcards

1
Q

What are the rules for how vehicles are handled/driven around aircrafts?

A
  • Vehicles never pass under any part of parked aircraft

- Be driven or parked adjacent to aircraft to prevent collision

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2
Q

What is required when it is necessary to have the support equipment to have the motor running?

A

The SE must be manned at all times.

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3
Q

What are the danger areas for aviation?

A

Intakes, exhaust, flight controls, compressed gases, cryogenics, explosives, hazardous materials, eye, hearing and other industrial environment dangers.

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4
Q

Aircraft static grounding does what?

A

Harmlessly discharge static electricity to earth or deck.

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5
Q

What are the procedures for aircraft static grounding?

A

Hook up grounding strap to certified static ground (first) and then to aircraft grounding receptacle (second).

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6
Q

Failure to hook up the grounding strap to the deck first can cause what?

A

Electrical discharge through the person holding the strap.

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7
Q

Why is aircraft static grounding necessary?

A

Safely discharge the static electricity generated while in flight or during internal electrical equipment operation.

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8
Q

Why is windshield static grounding necessary?

A

During flight high voltage (100,000 volts) static electrical charge may build up, and be stored in windshield.

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9
Q

After flight or prolonged exposure to high winds on deck, what must be done before personnel can safely touch the windshield?

A

Use static charge removal kit to remove static charge build up in windshield.

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10
Q

When the aircraft is not in use, and during maintenance evolution, what must happen?

A

Aircraft must be tied down to the deck.

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11
Q

What does “NO STEP” markings indicate?

A

Aircraft critical walkways that cannot be walked on.

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12
Q

In naval aviation, how do we communicate in high tempo, high noise environments?

A

Aircraft hand signals

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13
Q

When directing fixed wing aircraft, what is the only mandatory signal?

A

Emergency stop

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14
Q

For rotary wing aircraft, which two signals cannot be changed due to platform variations?

A
  • Wave off

- Hold

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15
Q

What are the rules for towing speed?

A

Not to exceed 5 mph or speed of slowest walker.

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16
Q

What are two things to avoid during cold weather towing?

A
  • Excessive power

- Sudden movement of tow vehicle

17
Q

High breakaway loads imposed by snow, ice, or frozen tires may result in damage to what?

A

Landing gear

18
Q

The movement of aircraft is done by what team?

A

Move crew

19
Q

How many people are in a move crew?

A
  • 6 personnel with brakes

- 7 personnel without brakes

20
Q

What is the role of the Move Director?

A
  • Assembles move crew
  • Ensures personnel are qualified
  • Conducts pre-move briefing
  • Safe movement of aircraft with emphasis on safety
21
Q

What is the role of the Brake Rider?

A

Conducts pre-move inspection of brake system and aircraft to ensure it’s mechanically sound and ready for movement.

22
Q

What is the role of the Chock Walker?

A
  • Removes, carries, and installs wheel chocks.

- Escorts aircraft during move evolution.

23
Q

What is the role of the Safety Observers?

A
  • Ensures aircraft is ready to be towed, and ample clearance for aircraft.
  • Positioned at wing tips, and tail of air craft.
24
Q

What is the role of the Tractor Driver?

A
  • Responsible for safe and slow movement of aircraft from hook up to final parking spot.
25
Q

In regards to aircraft handling (ashore/afloat), F-35 can only utilize what type of tie-down chain?

A

TD-1B 14 Foot Chain

26
Q

In regards to aircraft handling (ashore/afloat), how many chains are required for normal weather tie-down?

A

8

27
Q

In regards to aircraft handling (ashore), how many chains are required for moderate weather tie-down?

A

16 for symmetrical

17 for non-symmetrical

28
Q

In regards to aircraft handling (ashore), how many chains are required for heavy weather tie-down?

A

30 for symmetrical

31 for non-symmetrical

29
Q

In regards to aircraft handling (afloat), how many chains are required for moderate weather tie-down?

A

18 for symmetrical

22 for non-symmetrical

30
Q

In regards to aircraft handling (afloat), how many chains are required for heavy weather tie-down?

A

40 for symmetrical

41 for non-symmetrical