Tactics Daily Questions Day

Question 1

When planning a tactical mission, what does METT-TC stand for?

Answer 1

mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops and support available, time available, and civil considerations (METT-TC)

ATP 3-04.4 pg glossary-2

Question 2

What is an Air Control Point (ACP)? When should an ACP be used?

Answer 2

An air reference measure which is an easily identifiable point on the terrain or an electronic NAVAID used for navigation, command and control, and communication.

ACPs are generally designated at each point where the flight route or air corridor makes a definite change in any direction and at any other point deemed necessary for timing or control of the operation.

TC 3-04.4 pg 5-8

Question 3

How far apart should ACPs be spaced?

Answer 3

ACPs should be 5 to 20 kilometers or nautical miles (NMs) apart. As a general rule, select ACPs 5 to 20 kilometers apart when utilizing map scales of 1:100,000 and below, and use NM when utilizing map scales of 1:250,000 and above. ACPs should be progressively closer as an aircraft nears the objective, facilitating timing and navigation.

TC 3-04.4 pg 5-8

Question 4

What are start points (SPs) and release points (RPs)? How far from the PZ/LZ should they be positioned?

Answer 4

The start point and RP are important ACPs. Aviators use easily identifiable terrain features even if they must alter their route slightly.

These points should be 3 to 8 kilometers or NM from the PZ/LZ to aid timing and navigation and should not involve significant turning. Avoid final legs between ACPs not having significant terrain features. The lack of significant terrain features precludes correct positioning and time management.

TC 3-04.4 pg 5-8

Question 5

What are the hazards to terrain flight?

Answer 5

Physical hazards are objects that the aircraft can actually contact during flight. Physical hazards are divided into two categories: manmade and natural.

Manmade hazards includes things such as buildings, bridges, towers, other aircraft, and wires. Manmade hazards are sometimes identified on maps but should be searched for continuously.

Natural hazards include trees, birds, and ambient light. Helicopters are particularly vulnerable to blade strikes during terrain flight especially when flying contour or NOE, or during masking/unmasking maneuvers.

Question 6

Where do I find the list of maneuvers aircrew will not attempt when OGE power is not available?

Answer 6

ATM pg 4–2

 Task 1170, Perform Instrument Takeoff.
 Task 2026, Perform Terrain Flight.
 Task2036, Perform Terrain Flight Deceleration.
 Task 2042, Perform Actions on Contact.
 Task2046, Perform Degraded Visual Environment Approach Utilizing Velocity Stabilization Modes.
 Task2048, Perform External (Sling) Load(s) Operations.
 Task 2052, Perform Water Bucket Operations.
 Task 2054, Perform Fast-Rope Insertion and Extraction Operations.
 Task2056, Perform Rappelling Operations.
 Task2058, Perform Special Patrol Infiltration/Exfiltration Operations.
 Task 2059, Perform Rescue-Hoist/Cargo-Winch Operations.
 Task2068, Perform Shipboard Operations.
 Task2076, Perform Caving Ladder Operations.
 Task 2125, Perform Pinnacle/Ridgeline Operations.
 Any task requiring hovering flight in out-of-ground-effect (OGE) conditions.

Question 7

When will the FWD HOOK LOAD and AFT HOOK LOAD advisories
illuminate?

Answer 7

The sensor will close and a hook load advisory marked FWD HOOK LOAD and AFT HOOK LOAD will be displayed on the MFD when the hook load exceeds approximately 150 pounds.

-10-2 pg 4-148

Question 8

With an external load hooked up, on the ground and slack in the slings, the
cargo hook master switch in ALL, and the cargo hook release button
depressed, why might the FWD and AFT hooks fail to open?

Answer 8

The forward and aft hooks may fail to open if the slings are slack when the release solenoids are energized (a load of approximately 20 pounds is required for opening). The hooks can be opened by selecting the desired hook(s) and
depressing the release switch as the aircraft is
lifted to apply tension to the slings.

-10-2 pg 4-149

Question 9

According to the CH-47F -10, what are the three major groups of external loads?

Answer 9

Low Density Loads. When carrying low density loads, airspeed is limited by the amount of clearance which can be maintained between the load and the underside of the helicopter since the load will tend to trail aft as speed is increased.

High Density Loads. High density loads can usually be flown at cruise airspeed and in some cases up to Vne, depending on the configuration of the load, air turbulence, or accompanying vibration.

Aerodynamic Loads. Aerodynamic loads, such as tow targets, drones, light aircraft, aircraft parts, wings, and tail sections have certain inherent dangers because of their aerodynamic lift capabilities. Therefore, the lift capabilities of external loads must be
eliminated before they are lifted. Airspeed and bank angles will be governed by the reaction of the load to the airspeed. Drogue chutes shall also be used to streamline the load. However, the chute must be attached to the load with a swivel fitting.

-10-2 pg 8-28/8-29

Question 10

When does the DD Form 365-4, Weight and Balance have to be reviewed?

Answer 10

All weight and balance records will, as a minimum, be reviewed every 12 months.

AR 95-1 pg 46

Question 11

What is the change in drag area in square feet for an ISU-90 external load
and if you had an external load that was not in the table what chart would you
use to find out the additional torque required?

Answer 11

81 square feet single point
-10-2 pg 7-147

Drag Chart on pages 7-145/7-146

Question 12

What are the three types of fatigue?

Answer 12

The three types of fatigue are acute, chronic, and motivational exhaustion (burnout).

TC 3-04.93 pg 3-10

Question 13

What are the self-imposed stressors?

Answer 13

Crewmembers also must cope with self-imposed stress but, unlike aviation stress, this type can be controlled. Factors leading to self-imposed stress include drugs, exhaustion, alcohol, tobacco, and hypoglycemia/nutritional deficiency (see AR 40-8).

TC 3-04.93 pg 8-19

Question 14

What are the PZ selection considerations?

Answer 14

Number, Size, Obstacles, Location, Conditions, Wind, Approach/Departure Routes

TC 3-04.4 pg 5-5

Question 15

What are the LZ selection considerations?

Answer 15

TC 3-04.4 pg 5-6

Question 16

What are the different classifications for external loads? (Note you will
have to use the TM 4-48.11 or your answer may be incomplete).

Answer 16

Certified Sling Loads. Certified sling loads are those items of equipment and their associated
rigging procedures which have completed the evaluation and testing required by the US Army
Natick Soldier Research Development, and Engineering Center (NSRDEC) for sling load
certification.

Suitable Sling Loads. Suitable sling loads are those items of equipment and their associated
rigging procedures that have not been certified but have demonstrated acceptable static lift and
flight characteristics during a flight test.

Unique Sling Loads. Unique loads are equipment carried on a one time or low-frequency basis,
such as telephone poles, artillery targets, or barrier material. The lack of sling load certification
in itself does not preclude a commander from carrying a unique load. Due to the lack of rigging
procedures, unique loads shall be considered high risk loads.

TM 4-48.11 pg 1-1

Question 17

When selecting a landing site, what is the minimum diameter of a landing
point for Sling Load Operations?

Answer 17

80 meters
100 meters with sling load
150 meters at night
TM 4-48.09

Question 18

During external load hookup, what is the first area to be coordinated between the ground crew and aircraft crew in the event of an aircraft emergency?

Answer 18

Aircraft emergency area - the pilot will attempt to maneuver the aircraft to an open area that affords the crew the best chance of survival

TM 4-48.09

Question 19

Which type of spatial disorientation is considered the most dangerous?

Answer 19

Type 1 (unrecognized).

TC 3-04.93

Question 20

What vestibular illusion can give rise to an overwhelming “tumbling”
sensation?

Answer 20

Coriolis illusion, it is when the aircraft is banking and the fluid in your canals stabilize, then a rapid he’d movement in another geometric plan can cause the tumbling sensation

TC 3-04.93

Question 21

What effective Spatial Disorientation countermeasures can a flight crew
take to mitigate the risk?

Answer 21

Prevention: Never fly without visual reference points, trust your instruments, avoid fatigue (smoking, hypoglycemia, hypoxia, anxiety)
Treatment: refer to instruments and develop a good crosscheck, delay intuitive actions to check visual references/instruments, transfer controls to the other pilot.

TC 3-04.93

Question 22

What does the term Degraded Visual Environment (DVE) mean?

Answer 22

A state of reduced visibility whereby spatial situational awareness and aircraft control cannot be maintained with the same precision as in normal visual meteorological conditions.

TC 3-04.93

Question 23

What stage of Hypoxic Hypoxia occurs when there is 89% - 80% oxygen
saturation and occurs between 10,000 and 15,000 feet PA?

Answer 23

Compensatory Stage

TC 3-04.93

Question 24

Define NOE, Contour and Low Level flight.

Answer 24

NOE: Conducted at varying airspeeds as close to the earth’s surface as vegetation and obstacles permit.

Contour: FLight conducted at low altitude conforming to the Earth’s contours. Characterized by relatively constant airspeeds and vary altitude as dictated by terrain and obstacles.

Low Level: Flight using a constant airspeed as dictated by threat avoidance.

TC 3-04.4

Question 25

What can the pilot-on-the-flight-controls do if an external load begins to oscillate in-flight?

Answer 25

Primary method for arresting oscillation is to decrease airspeed. Additional measures may include shallow turns or banks, small climbs or descents, or a combination of all methods.

TC 3-04.4

Question 26

During shutdown, if the emergency exit light switch is not properly sequenced from ARM to OFF, what will happen when the battery switch is turned OFF?

Answer 26

The charging circuit of the emergency light system will discharge the helicopter battery.

-10 -2 Chapter 2

Question 27

When logging into TDL with a username and password how many unsuccessful attempts can you have and what will happen if you have too many unsuccessful attempts?

Answer 27

After three unsuccessful attempts, further attempts will result in a TDL lockout annunciation on the CDU scratch pad.

-10-2 Chapter 4

Question 28

What is the purpose of shoring? Explain how you would use it?

Answer 28

Used to protect the cargo floor and evenly distribute load pressure over a greater area of the floor. In general, shoring is required for all wheeled platforms and dollies.

Question 29

What are the CH-47F cargo restraint criteria?

Answer 29

Forward: 4.0 G’s
Aft: 2.0 G’s
Down: 4.0 G’s
Up: 2.0 G’s
Lateral: 1.5 G’s

Question 30

What are the contact floor loading limits for concentrated loads fwd and
aft of STA 160.00?

Answer 30

Aft: Stressed for a total wheel load of 2,500 pounds
FWD: total wheel load of 1,000 pounds

Question 31

In accordance with the COMPARTMENT DATA in Chap 6, what consideration should be given to how far forward cargo is loaded and to which station?

Answer 31

In order to keep emergency exits clear, it is recommended that cargo not be loaded forward of STA 160.00

-10 -2 Chapter 6

Question 32

When using the COOLS system to load a 463L pallets, do the pallets need to be secured with tie down straps?

Answer 32

The pallets do not need to be secured with die down straps, however the cargo needs to be secured to the pallet with straps.

-10 6-20c1 and table 6-11

Question 33

What is the location and purpose of the rubber vibration isolators?

Answer 33

The flooring from STA 200 to STA 400 and from 44 left to right, rests on rubber vibration isolators which reduce overall internal load vibrations.

-10-2 6-21

Question 34

What are the various speeds for the winch/hoist system?

Answer 34

2 speeds: one for cargo loading (20fpm) and one for hoisting (100 fpm).

-10 chapter 4

Question 35

What are some possible causes of Hypemic Hypoxia?

Answer 35

Anemia, blood loss, exposure to carbon monoxides, nitrates and sulfa drugs.

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Question 36

What are some possible causes of Histotoxic Hypoxia?

Answer 36

Histotoxic hypoxia results from an interference with the use of O2 by body tissues. Alcohol, narcotics, or a poison such as cyanide (blue) is inhaled (or can be ingested) and is delivered to the tissues by the blood where it poisons the tissues, keeping them from using the available O2

.93 chapter 2

Question 37

If you go to the dentist and receive a Novocain shot, how long are you grounded?

Answer 37

Minimum 12 hours or until all symptoms are gone.

40.8 chapter 6

Question 38

What airspeed should the pilot adjust to prior to entering moderate turbulence? Severe turbulence?

Answer 38

Moderate: Decrease airspeed to VNE -10 KCAS or maximum range

Severe: Decrease airspeed to VNE -15 KCAS or maximum range

Whichever is slower ^

-10 chapter 8

Question 39

When entering moderate or severe turbulence, what should be done with
the LCTs?

Answer 39

LCT’s select MAN then adjust both actuators for the airspeed to be flown. This is accomplished to prevent the cyclic trim actuators from cycling.

-10 chapter 8

Question 40

According to AR 95-1, is the RADAR ALTIMETER required for a day
VMC flight?

Answer 40

Yes, for water operations.

95-1 table 95-2

Question 41

Are both SFDs required for flight?

Answer 41

Yes, if they are installed, they must be operational. RW aircraft must have a magnetic compass or electronic standby instruments capable of displaying heading information.

Question 42

What MFDs must be operational in order to fly VFR?

Answer 42

MFD 1 and 4 with 3 or 4

CH47 MEL

Question 43

Shutting down the aircraft in the middle of the summer with a high OAT, what should be considered when bringing the engines to stop?

Answer 43

It may be necessary to motor the engines if temperature does not decrease below 350° C. It may not be possible to lower the temperature to 260° C. If the temperature will not decrease below 260° C, terminate motoring when the temperature indication stabilizes.
-10 Ch 8