TD-93

Question 1

1. What is the format of a spot report?

Answer 1

Callsign of observer

SALUTE-W

Size
Activity
Location
Unit
Time
Equipment
What you are going to do about it.

SALT-W Size, Activity, Location,Time - What you are going to do about it

Question 2

1a. Explain the “W” portion of the spot report. (FTG)

Answer 2

Consider what you can do based on your airframe and capabilities, your ROE, the current mission, theater and previous command guidance - in some cases you may have to just bypass, others you may have to call in support or indirect fire, etc.

Question 3

2. How long after enemy contact has been initiated do you wait to send a spot report?

Answer 3

As soon as possible, and continuously update

Question 4

3. What are the ways a pilot can determine the wind direction and velocity?

Answer 4

Direction: (Ground and Aircraft Cues) Ground Cues (FLTP): Forecast winds, Smoke, Flags, Wind Socks Leaves, lighter on upwind side, darker on downwind Tall grass, weeds, crops wave action Ponds/Lakes calm upwind Aircraft Cues: Apparent ground speed - direction / magnitude of crab angle Velocity: Light winds - leaves rustle in trees (5 knots or less) Heavier winds - branches move & time en route

Question 5

4. What are the standards for the task Perform Aerial Observation? (FTG)

Answer 5

1. Detect the target using visual search techniques. 2. Identify the target. 3. Locate the target 4. Report the target as briefed.

Question 6

5. Describe the two visual search techniques and when they are used?

Answer 6

Motive: Terrain flight altitudes and airspeed 10 KIAS and faster. Two major sectors divide the A/C - non-observation and observation work Stationary: NOE altitudes with the helicopter hovering in a concealed position. Quick overall search for sightings, unnatural colors, outlines or movements.

Question 7

6. What factors affect our ability to detect?

Answer 7

In addition to the limitations of the human eye itself: Altitude Airspeed Terrain & meteorological conditions Visual cues.

Question 8

7. When conducting a terrain flight takeoff, what are the actions of the P*?

Answer 8

Primary Focus Outside Direct crewmember to: - Maintain visual reference outside the aircraft - Assist in clearing and select reference points Initiate the takeoff Announce intentions to abort or change the takeoff.

Question 9

8. When conducting a terrain flight approach, how will the crew determine the landing direction?

Answer 9

By analyzing the tactical situation, wind, long axis of landing area, and the lowest obstacles. Select an approach angle that allows obstacle clearance while descending to the desire point of termination. TSLOW

Question 10

9. When conducting a terrain flight approach, what are the actions of the P*? (FTG)

Answer 10

1. Visual Reference Outside the aircraft
2. Direct co-pilot to maintain visual reference outside to assist in clearing / alter the approach if necessary
3. Announce the beginning of the approach when intercepting an angle that assures obstacle clearance
4. Announce whether to terminate to the ground or a hover

Question 11

10. While flying you experience a right yaw, a rapid increase in both rotor and engine RPM, and an increase in engine and rotor noise. What are the immediate action steps?

Answer 11

Engine overspeed

1. Collective - Increase to load the rotor, and sustain engine/rotor RPM below maximum operating limit.
2. Throttle - Adjust until normal N” operating RPM is attained.
3. Land as soon as possible. Perform a power-on approach and landing by controlling RPM manually with the throttle.

If RPM cannot be controlled manually:

a. Autorotate when over a safe landing area while simultaneously closing the throttle.
b. EMER SHUTDOWN accomplish during descent if time permits.