Squadron SOP Flashcards
What is the squadron’s #1 priority
Combat Readiness
Not in new SOP
Simulated Engine out:
Who can retard SCL without prior notification?
What are the restrictions on the SCL?
Only NI or ANI shall retard SCL without prior notification; All SCL shall remain at or above MIN GOV; Never more than 1 at a time;
How should simulated emergencies be presented
Should be prefaced with simulated or announced as simulated once the condition is recognized.
Can a HAC demo or introduce an engine failure
Yes, as required by the T&R
How much of a torque split is permitted for single engine takeoffs, or to check scan?
25%
Are simulated engine out touch and gos allowed
Hell Nah!
When will simulated engine out wave-offs with reduced power commence?
No lower than 300’AGL
What happens when you suck and you descend below 200’ AGL in the simulated engine out wave off?
Match up the simulated out engine
Simulated Emergencies. Who must brief?, Can you do compound sim emerg?, and what must be done for AFCS/servos off? Alt securing servos?
Unless NI or ANI simulated emergencies must be briefed; No compound emergencies; Brief the responsibilities of the crew on servos off. On deck or 200’AGL
When will AFCS servos be engaged and disengaged?
On the ground or in level flight above 200’ AGL
What PPE is required on the flightline?
Flight Helmet or cranial must be carried
When must you wear hearing protection?
Anytime you are within 200’ of an operating APP or engine.; in the vicinity of fixed-wing operations; or while driving any piece of GSE
When must you wear eye protection?
Operating in the vicinity of a turning aircraft
When shall you wear a fastened helmet/cranial?
When working above the sponson
When shall you wear steel toe boots?
When operating in and around aircraft
Can the GDO be scheduled to fly same day as duty? Day after?
No, unless MAG XO grants approval. Shall not fly the next day.
Can the SDO be scheduled to fly same day? Day after?
Yes, not normally scheduled to fly after normal working hours (Evaluated by CO). Shall not the next day
Can the ODO be scheduled to fly same day?
Yes, provided there is more than 1 ODO and time to complete all required events associated with a flight. Obviously not to violate crew day or crew rest
Who designates initial HACs?
MAG-CO
When are you subject to a FFPB concerning achieving HAC designation?
Provided reasonable opportunity to correct deficiencies.
How long shall a warm-up flight be?
Not less than 1 hour. Subsquent flights may be flown consecutively on the same day with an added minimum of 1 hour for each required flight. If more than 1 is required one can be flown in sim
Can you fly consecutive flights on the same day as your warm up?
Yes with the added 1 hour minimum for each required warm up flight.
What should a warm-up flight consist of?
Flight regimes the HAC believes are necessary to regain proficiency.
What criteria must be met before aircrew can fly?
- Course Rules training (pilots). 2. Have completed an open and closed book NATOPS exam. 3. Posses a current NATOPS flight evaluation in model. 4. Current swim qual. 5. Flight physical with up-chit. 6. Current on R&I 7. Flown in model in last 30 days to act as the HAC.
What is the minimum requirement in regards to ORM
The HAC is responsible for reviewing the operational risks involved with their assigned flight and aircrew and brief the crew accordingly.
Who is authorized to make changes to the flight schedule?
Check this
CO or XO, OPSO, DOSS, or AMO in CO’s absence
Crew day Definition?
begins at the time aircrew first report for, or begin, assigned military duties; and ends with rotor shut down or hot seat is executed.
New Mag SOP
Crew Rest
Starts when the aircrew departs the Squadron spaces; Shall be at least 10 hours, a Includes time for travel, food, and 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep.
Crew Day Limits
12 hrs for Day; 10 hrs for night, CO can extend up to 12 hours
Check
Mag SOP changes
Who can extend crew day past 12 hours?
3D MAW CG
Max Flight Time
Not normally scheduled to exceed 8 hrs. or 6 hrs for any flight landing after sunset
Minimum Aircrew Composition
HAC, copilot, and Crew Chief
Can a flight depart without receiving and ODO brief?
No
Who has responsibility for ensuring a thorough mission brief and what shall it cover?
HAC or flight leader. 1. ORM. 2. Crew responsibilities/coordination during emergencies. 3. Lookout doctrine 4. Route of flight and operating areas
What briefing guides shall be used?
- Pocket NATOPS. 2. TPG
What is the minimum information required for supporting a FRAG?
- Supported unit callsign 2. Pri and Alt Frequancies 3. Location/Time of Pick up 4. Mission being flown 5. Time and location of insert 6. Total ToS requested 7. Zone Marking/ITG 8. Weight/number of personnel
What must a HAC do before accepting an Aircraft
- Sign for aircraft in OOMA or with ADB 2.Ensure aircraft is acceptable for mission by inspecting mx data and discrepancy reports 3. Ensure all crew and pax are manifested with mx and the ODO 4. Preflight
What should HAC look for on a FOD walk/inspection prior to engine start/hotseating?
- Outstanding MAFs TFOA items. 2. Panels are closed and secure 3. Fasteners present or safety wired 4. No rags present 5. Tools and rags are ATFed 6. Blade ropes and tie downs removed 7. No miscellaneous items within/near rotor arc 8. Rags available to wipe down a/c as necessary 9. Location of nearest fire bottle 10. Items on the TFOA watch list
Can you secure your smacks on start up?
Yes, if the tactical situations dictates. So no for us boots
When can Pax/non participating aircrew enter aircraft?
at 100% Nr
What is the signal that your aircraft is ready?
Steady position lights. Crew Chief with a thumbs up.
When are spinning back ups required?
Maintenance Control shall provide back-up for all frags, instructor certification flights, and external support missions if possibles.
