TD 53

Question 1

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

Answer 1

If a load(s) oscillation develops, the primary method for arresting the oscillation is to decrease airspeed. Additional measures may include shallow turns or banks, small climbs or descents or a combination of any or all methods.
(ATM task 2048)

Question 2

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 2

If the EMER EXIT switch is left in ARM or DISARM with the helicopter shutdown and the batteryu connected, the charging circuit of the emergency exit light system will discharge the helicopter battery.
(-10 2-97)

Question 3

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

Answer 3

TDL lockout occurs after 3 consecutive unsuccesful attempts.
(-10 4-69)

Question 4

You are flying with the day HUD late into the afternoon. You realize you may fly past EENT. Can you fly with the day HUD at night?

Answer 4

Day HUD can also be used during night VFR. (-10 4-69)