Regulations & Publications

Question 1

What are your semi annual dual seat FAC 1 aircraft hour requirements?

Answer 1

70 hours, of which 15 must be flown in the opposite crew station.

Question 2

How many hours can the simulator be applied to your semi annual requirement in the aircraft?

Answer 2

Up to 12 hours

Question 3

What are your simulator semi annual single seat hour requirements?

Answer 3

15 hours in the designated crew station

Question 4

What are your simulator semi annual dual seat hour requirements?

Answer 4

15 hours, of which 4.5 must be flown in each crew station

Question 5

What are your semi annual NVD hour requirements?

Answer 5

9 hours, of which 3 hours must be done on each device. (NVS and NVG)

Question 6

What are your semi annual hood/weather hour requirements?

Answer 6

That is determined by the commander, and may be done in either the aircraft or simulator.

Question 7

What are your annual task and iteration requirements?

Answer 7

At least one iteration of each task must be performed in each mode. However, if task is performed at night that may be counted as a day task as well.

Question 8

What is your requirement to stay NVG current?

Answer 8

At least a 1 hr flight every 60 days while wearing NVG’s

Question 9

What is your requirement to stay NVS current?

Answer 9

At least a 1 hour flight every 60 days, this can be done in either the aircraft or simulator. But you can only reset once in the simulator.

Question 10

In regard to weight and balance, what is the Apache and why?

Answer 10

It is a Class 2, because the weight and CG limits can readily be exceeded and therefore require a high degree of control

Question 11

Why is the date important on a 365-4?

Answer 11

The 365-4 must be checked for accuracy every 90 days, and reviewed every 12 months

Question 12

When does the aircraft need to be re weighed?

Answer 12

1. After a major overhaul or airframe repair
2. Modification of more than 1% of the basic weight are made
3. Mods or parts replacement that do not allow for an accurate weight adjustment e.g. Painting
4. At least once every two years for Class 2 aircraft
5. Anytime the weight and balance records are suspected to be in error

Question 13

What is the PC’s responsibility in regard to weight and balance?

Answer 13

To ensure the 365-4 on board the aircraft, that it’s accurate, and that the aircraft will remain within weight and CG limits through out the flight

Question 14

What are your planned fuels reserves for VFR and IFR flights?

Answer 14

VFR - 20 minutes at cruise

IFR - 30 minutes at cruise

Question 15

For a VFR flight, the predominant weather must be above VFR minimums for how long?

Answer 15

ETA through 1 hour after ETA

Question 16

According to 95-1 what is the helicopter SVFR minima?

Answer 16

1/2 mile clear of clouds, unless a higher minima is required at the airfield

Question 17

For an IFR flight, what must the predominant weather be at the destination?

Answer 17

It must be forecast to be above the minimums required for the approach to be flown at ETA through 1 hour after ETA

Question 18

How much can helicopter pilots reduce instrument approach category A visibility minimums by?

Answer 18

By 50%, but no less than 1/4 mile or the metric equivalent

Question 19

When do you need to plan for an alternate airfield when filing an IFR flight plan?

Answer 19

1. Radar is required for the approach
2. Navaids are unmonitored
3. Predominant weather at ETA through 1 hour is below 400 & 1 above the planned approach minimums

Question 20

An airfield cannot be used as an IFR alternate if?

Answer 20

1. Radar is required for the approach
2. If N/A is shown on the approach in the FLIP
3. Navaids are not monitored
4. If class B, C, D, or E airspace to the surface does not exist.
5. If GPS is required for the approach

Question 21

What are the PC’s responsibilities regarding the 365-4?

Answer 21

1. Ensure the 365-4 computations are accurate

2. Ensure the 365-4 is onboard the aircraft and that the CG will remain within limits the entire flight

Question 22

What are the weather minimums for Class A airspace?

Answer 22

None, Class A is IFR only

Question 23

What are the weather minimums for Class B airspace?

Answer 23

3 miles vis, clear of clouds

Question 24

What are the weather minimums for Class C, D, and E below 10,000 MSL airspace?

Answer 24

3 miles vis,
500’ below
1000’ above
2000’ horizontal

Question 25

What are the day and night weather minimums for Class G airspace below 1200’ AGL?

Answer 25

Day 1/2 mile, clear of clouds

Night 1 mile, clear of clouds

Question 26

How long can you fly VFR over the top?

Answer 26

30 minutes

Question 27

What restrictions do you have when over flying a national security area?

Answer 27

You must be higher than 2000’ AGL

Question 28

What lights must be on when the engines are running?

Answer 28

Anti-collision lights, unless vertigo or other hazards may occur

Question 29

What lights must be on between official sunset/sunrise to include the APU?

Answer 29

Position lights

Question 30

What are you not allowed to do with Army aircraft?

Answer 30

Army aircraft shall not be used for
Personal use
To/from domicile
To obtain FAA rating

Question 31

Where can you find information about crew coordination?

Answer 31

Chapter 6 of the ATM

Question 32

Can you ever deviate from provisions of 95-1?

Answer 32

Yes, only during emergencies.

After a deviation occurs, you must report it to the FAA within 24 hours

Question 33

What are your semi annual single seat FAC 1 hour requirements in the aircraft?

Answer 33

70 hours, of which 63 must be flown in the designated crew station