TD-180 ✔ Martin

Question 1

IAW UH60M AWR 1726, what is the NOTE for the weight and balance considerations associated with the UH-60M with only two pilots and no passengers or cargo onboard the aircraft?

How does this correlate to AR 95-1 and the responsibilities of the Pilot in Command (PC)?

Answer 1

NOTE
The UH-60M is capable of exceeding the aft center of gravity limit of 365 inches (arm), particularly when operating in the two pilot configuration without crew chiefs and/or passengers/cargo.

Pilot is responsible to make sure the AC remains within CG and GWT throughout the entire flight and operation.

1. Verify that center of gravity (CG) and gross weight (GWT) remain within aircraft limits for the duration of the flight per the appropriate aircraft operator’s manual.
2. Identify all mission or flight limitations imposed by weight or CG.
3. Ensure DD Form(s) 365-4 has been completed within 90 days.

Question 2

The Stormscope WX-500 is a weather mapping system displayed on the MFDs, for _______________ severe weather, not for _______________ it. The weather mapping sensor detects electrical discharges associated with thunderstorms within a ______ nautical mile radius of the helicopter.

What are the stormscope strike and cell symbols?

The stormscope ENBL/DSBL display indicates the __________ stormscope state ENBL or DSBL.

Answer 2

The WX-500 is a weather mapping system displayed on the MFDs for avoiding severe weather, not for penetrating it. The weather mapping sensor detects electrical discharges associated with thunderstorms within a 200 nautical mile radius of the helicopter.

Strike symbol: x
Cell symbol: +

The stormscope ENBL/DSBL display indicates the current stormscope state ENBL or DSBL (you get what you see).

Question 3

What type of controlled airspace is Lowe Army Airfield located in and,
what are the cloud clearance requirements for operating in this airspace?

Answer 3

D Airspace

Need:
3 SM Vis, 500BLW, 1000´ABV, 2000 HORIZ.

Question 4

What is considered “established two-way radio communication”?

Answer 4

When ATC acknowlede your call, including your C/S.

Question 5

What are Basic Weight and Operating Weight?

Answer 5

Basic weight:
A/C weight including all hydraulic and oil systems full, trapped and unusable fuel, and all fixed equipment.

Operating Weight:
Basic weight + aircrew, aircrew baggage, emer. gear and other equipment required.
Operating weight does not include weight of fuel, ammunition, bombs, cargo, or external auxiliary fuel tanks if such tanks are to be disposed of during flight.

Ref: -203 2-1

Question 6

What is the CAUTION associated with the BINGO screen, and how does Empty Weight correlate to Basic Weight?

Answer 6

Caution:
The bingo fuel calculator contains default crew weight values.
Crew weight must be manually entered for each flight.
Aircraft empty weight shall be equal to operating weight minus crew weight, as found on the aircraft Form F. Crew weight shall be equal to the actual weight of the crew.

Question 7

During terrain flight planning, what is the primary criteria to consider for route selection?

Answer 7

Primary consideration from METT-TC is
Enemy Tactical Situation,
secondarily, ease of navigation (FM 3-04.203).
Thx KG :)

Question 8

Define total aerodynamic force (TAF).

Answer 8

As air flows around an airfoil, a pressure differential develops between the upper and lower surfaces. The differential pressure combined with air resistance to passage of the airfoil, creates a force on the airfoil. This is known as TAF (Lift + Drag).