TD-98

Question 1

What are the tactical considerations when recommending an LZ/PZ?

Answer 1

Acronym MSL

Mission - Will LZ/PZ facilitate supported unit’s

Security - Consider size and proximity of threat elements versus availability of security forces

Location - Consider distance from LZ/PZ to supported unit or objective.

TASK 2067 p. 92
FM p. 3-29

Question 2

What are the technical considerations when recommending an LZ/PZ?

Answer 2

Acronym LONGLASSV

Landing Formation

Obstacles

Number of Aircraft

Ground slope of the landing area

Approach and departure direction

Size of the available landing area

Surface condition

Vulnerability

FTG TASK 2067 p.92
FM p. 3-29 + p. 3-30

Question 3

What are the meteorological conditions evaluated when conducting an LZ/PZ reconnaissance?

Answer 3

Acronym VCWD

Visibility - Combined with ceiling to avoid IIMC

Ceiling

Wind - Determine approach and departure avenues

Density altitude - High DA may limit loads.

FTG TASK 2067 p. 93

Question 4

During the selection of a holding area, what are some important considerations for the location?

Answer 4

Acronym COKAS

Cover and concealment

Obstacles within the Holing Area

Key Terrain

Avenues of approach and departure

Security

FTG TASK 2067 p. 93

Question 5

What are some principle concerns when determining the suitability of an LZ/PZ for air assault operations?

Answer 5

Are threat forces present and can bring direct fires on the LZ/PZ

FM p. 3-28

Question 6

When conducting an LZ/PZ reconnaissance how close should you get to the objective area?

Answer 6

Long range observation should be used whenever possible.

If flyover is required in a hostile environment, crews must be able to collect information rapidly while flying over an are only oce, if possible, but never from the same direction twice.

FM p. 3-30

Question 7

While flying in A.O. Vanguard you experience surges in engine RPM. What are the underlined steps?

Question 8

What is the solo max flight duration?

Answer 8

1. Total elapsed from engine start or completion of refuel is 2 hours 30 min.
2. Fuel indication is less than 200 pounds
3. Activation of the low fuel warning system

Solo procedures guide e.

Question 9

If you are lost while flying solo, what should you do?

Answer 9

1. Climb to 1000’ MSL and attempt to re-orient.
2. Remain VFR at all times.
3. Notify chase aircraft and HUB of the situaiton and state intentions.
4. If unable to re-orient, tune to radio navigation aids and attempt reorient.
5. If unable to re-orient, contact Cairns Approach control to either fix the position or vector the aircraft to a known position.
6. If all attempts to re-orient fail, the aircraft shall be landed as soon as possible and follow the procedures in paragraph 6-18 in the 1-212th Aviation SOP.
7. After any unscheduled landing has been completed, telephone Mishap/Crash control (800) 661-1081 and request the following be relayed to the 1-212th Aviation Regiment Shell AHP Flight Operations: Aircraft serial number, location, and fuel status.

Solo procedures f.

Question 10

When must solo students execute the solo lost procedures?

Answer 10

When unable to reorient within 1 hour and 15 minutes after engine start or fuel is less than 200 pounds.

Solo procedures f.