Transition Tasks Standards

Question 1

Task 1000 Participate in a crew mission brief Standards

Answer 1

1. The PC will actively participate in and acknowledge an understanding of DA Form 5484 mission briefing.
2. The PC will conduct or supervise an aircrew mission briefing using the crew briefing CL (Table 4-1).
3. The crewmember receiving the aircrew mission brief will verbally acknowledge a complete understanding of the aircrew mission briefing.

Question 2

TASK 1004

Plan a Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Flight

Standards 1 - 5

Answer 2

1. Verify aircraft performance using the current operator’s manual/CL, approved software or PERF (performance) page IAW Task 1010.
2. Obtain weather briefing and confirm the weather will be at or above VFR minimums IAW AR 95-1.
3. Plan the mission to meet all requirements for VFR flight.
4. Determine appropriate departure, en route, and arrival procedures.
5. Select routes that avoid hazardous weather and best ensure mission completion. If appropriate, select altitudes that conform to VFR cruising altitudes.

Question 3

TASK 1004

Plan a Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Flight

Standards 6 - 9

Answer 3

6. Compute for each leg of flight—
   a. Distance ±1 nautical mile. b. Magnetic heading(s) ±5 degrees. c. TAS ±5 knots. d. Ground speed ±5 knots. e. Estimated time en route (ETE) ±3 minutes.
7. Compute for the mission—
   a. Total flight and mission time. b. Fuel requirements ±100 pounds. Ensure the VFR fuel reserve requirement will be met IAW AR 95-1.
8. Perform mission risk assessment and mission briefing/brief back IAW unit SOP, and thoroughly brief the other crewmember IAW Task 1000.
9. Complete and file the flight plan.

Question 4

TASK 1010

Prepare a Performance Planning Card (PPC)

Standards 1 - 3

Answer 4

1. Input the following data manually or upload using a programmable data transfer cartridge (DTC): AC BASIC WEIGHT, AC BASIC MOMENT, PILOT weight, CPG weight, FLY AWAY BAYS weight (aircraft is sequential entry), SURVIVAL KIT weight, and LEFT AFT BAY weight. The LEFT AFT BAY and FLY AWAY BAYS entries are dependent upon aircraft software installed. (Task Condition 1).
2. Input the following data manually or upload using a programmable DTC: (if applicable based on aircraft software): ΔPYLON WEIGHT (aircraft is sequential entry), ΔDOWNLOAD, ΔF (SQ FT), and MISSION selection (TACTICAL or FERRY). The Δ information for entry can be found in the applicable AWR for the non-standard equipment installed on the aircraft. (Task Condition 1).
3. Input the following data manually or upload using a programmable DTC: the PA, free air temperature (FAT), GWT and anti-ice desired setting for MAX/PLAN environmental conditions (Task Condition1).

Question 5

TASK 1010

Prepare a Performance Planning Card (PPC)

Standards 4 - 9

Answer 5

4. Verify the accuracy of total fuel displayed for the internal and external fuel tanks. (Condition 1).
5. Verify the accuracy of the weapon inventory on the weapons page. (Condition 1).
6. Compute aircraft performance data for departure, cruise, and arrival (if applicable) using the AH-64D/E current operator’s manual and the applicable AWR. (Task Condition 2).
7. Compute aircraft performance data for departure, cruise, and arrival (if applicable) using the approved electronic performance software. (Task Condition 3).
8. Based on calculated aircraft performance data correctly interpret and correlate the aircraft limitations and capabilities (current operator’s manual and applicable AWRs). (Task Condition 1, 2 and 3).
9. Brief the other crewmember on the performance planning data that was obtained through the appropriate method

Question 6

Task 1022 perform Preflight inspection

Answer 6

1. Perform the preflight inspections of the aircraft, armament, and any other required equipment.
2. Activate the Load maintenance panel, select the desired format, and enter the correct data into the LMP
3. Load Aircraft communication security
4. Review aircraft forms and records: -12, -13, -13-1, and HIT log

Question 7

Task 1024 perform Before-Starting Engine through before leaving Heli checks

Answer 7

1. Perform procedures and checks using the current operator’s manual/CL
2. Enter appropriate info on DA Form -12, -13, -13-1, and HIT log

Question 8

Task 1026 Maintain Airspace Surveillance

Answer 8

1. Clear the aircraft and immediately inform the other crew member of all air traffic, targets, or obstacles that pose a threat to the A/C
2. Announce heading, altitude, or position changes
3. Alert wingmen, team, section, and unit of all sightings of other A/C and obstacles
4. Acknowledge alerts of aircraft and obs
5. Announce when focused inside A/C

Question 9

Task 1032 Radio Comm Procedures

Answer 9

1. Check set and operate A/C avionics
2. Establish radio contact with the desired individual, unit, or ATC
3. Employ standard Radio Communication phraseology for the situation
4. Operate the intercom system
5. Perform two-way radio failure procedures IAW DOD FLIP and/or local procedures

Question 10

Task 1034 Perform Ground Taxi

Answer 10

1. Maintain speed appropriate for conditions
2. Maintain the desired ground track +/- 3 ft.
3. Apply TQ as appropriate for ground taxi condition
4. Perform Taxi Check
5. Maintain Level Fuselage Attitude