1000 Series Warnings/Cautions/Notes

Question 1

TASK 1006
Plan an Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Flight

Answer 1

Note. The use of computer flight planning programs is authorized. The crew should verify the information with applicable charts before using.

Note. For all updated NOTAMs log on the primary web site at: https://www.notams.faa.gov/dinsQueryWeb/ or alternate web site at: http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/notices/.

Note. GPS IFR navigation must be certified by the FAA or host country regulations prior to use. With an IFR certified GPS, ensure the digital aeronautical flight information file (DAFIF) data is current and loaded prior to IFR use. If a certified GPS or current DAFIF data is not available, then crews will not use the GPS for IFR navigation. However, they should consider and plan for its use as an emergency backup system only.

Question 2

TASK 1010
Prepare a Performance Planning Card (PPC)

Answer 2

Note. Approved performance planning software is the preferred method for calculating performance data prior to any mission.

Note. The most current AMCOM approved performance planning software may be obtained at the following website: https://www.jtdi.mil.

Note. If engine air particle separators (EAPS) are installed, apply the appropriate offset to TQ and fuel flow values.

Note. (CAAS 9.4.5 and later) For pre-mission performance planning, 10 Minute Power Available is the maximum authorized for departure and arrival below 40 KCAS, Maximum Continuous Power is the maximum power authorized for cruise flight.
Note. If any computed value exceeds operating limitations, enter either “N/C” or the value with an asterisk. Additionally, leave blank when it does not apply for manual calculations.

Note. Arrival data must be input when using IPAC to prevent erroneous information being used to calculate Validation and MAX MSN GWT values.

Question 3

TASK 1014
Operate Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE)

Warning

Answer 3

When performing a combat mission or overwater mission, aviator worn gear can restrict head and torso movement. Users should conduct ground familiarity drills (blind switch/control ID) and crew coordination exercises before flight since the field of regard can be restricted by aviator worn mission equipment. The user must strictly adhere to proper crew coordination procedures during switch ID.

Question 4

TASK 1016
Perform Cargo Winch/Internal Load(s) Operations

Answer 4

Note. If the aircraft is not shutdown for loading, a passenger briefing may be impractical. Passengers may be pre-briefed or passenger-briefing cards may be used IAW local directives or the unit SOP.

Note. If the cargo/rescue winch is used, the NRCM must ensure it is correctly operated IAW the operator’s manual.

Note. Hazardous cargo will be handled, loaded, and transported IAW AR 95-27 and the operator’s manual/CL.

Question 5

TASK 1024
Perform Before-Starting Engine through Before-Leaving Helicopter Checks

Answer 5

Note. Anytime an NRCM is outside the aircraft, or inside the aircraft with the ENGs operating and the left-hand (LH) escape panel “REMOVED”, the upper cabin door “OPEN,” or the ramp cargo door “RET”, the NRCM’s visor will be down unless using NVG.

Question 6

TASK 1026
Maintain Airspace Surveillance

Warning

Answer 6

While moving about the cabin area during flight, the NRCMs must be secured to a 5,000-pound or 10,000-pound tie-down fitting in the cabin area. NRCMs will not secure their restraining harness to the ramp.

Question 7

TASK 1027
Perform Power Assurance Test

Caution

Answer 7

Do not exceed the ENG TEMP, NG and TQ limits. Use the appropriate charts in Section 5 of the Operator’s Manual to ascertain limits for current conditions.

Question 8

TASK 1028
Perform Hover Power Check

Answer 8

Note. If an adjusted zero fuel WT is required, the data should be recorded when time permits and for accuracy conducted into the wind.

Note. If the TQ required maintaining a stationary HVR does not exceed the GO/NO-GO TQ OGE, any maneuver requiring OGE/IGE PWR or less may be attempted.

Note. If the TQ required maintaining a stationary HVR exceeds the GO/NO-GO TQ OGE, but does not exceed the validation factor IGE, all IGE maneuvers may be attempted.

Note. If the TQ required maintaining a stationary HVR exceeds the computed validation factor, the MAX GWT may have been exceeded for the environmental conditions present. Anytime the GWT or environmental conditions change significantly, the crew will perform additional HVR PWR checks and re-compute all PPC values. Significantly changed is defined as ±1,000 feet PA and/or ±10 degrees Celsius or an increase of 1,000-pounds GWT from the departure data.

Question 9

TASK 1034
Perform Ground Taxi

Caution

Answer 9

While turning during a two-wheel taxi, the P* must avoid the forward gear contacting the ground.

Note. Use caution when taxiing near other maneuvering aircraft because of limited visual references and relative motion illusion.
Note. Use caution when taxiing on ice and snow covered surfaces where braking action is poor.

Note. Due to decreased visual references and a possibility of relative motion illusions, limit taxi speed to a rate appropriate for the conditions.

Note. At night, use of the landing, search or anti-collision lights may cause spatial disorientation in blowing snow/sand/dust.

Question 10

TASK 1038
Perform Hovering Flight

Answer 10

Note. The P and NRCM should assist the P* in maintaining the position of the aircraft over the pivot point.

Note. When landing from a HVR to an unimproved area, the crew must check for obstacles under the aircraft.

Question 11

TASK 1039
Perform Hovering Flight Utilizing Symbology

Warning

Answer 11

At night, use of landing, search or anti-collision lights may cause spatial disorientation while in blowing snow/sand/dust.

Note. Maintain optimum visibility by observing references close to the aircraft. Exercise caution when operating in close proximity to other aircraft or obstacles.

Note. When visual references deteriorate and/or crew is unaware of potential obstacles that make a 10 foot HVR taxi unsafe, determine whether to abort the maneuver and ground taxi, air taxi or perform an ITO (Task 1170).

Note. Hovering OGE reduces available ground references and may increase the possibility of spatial disorientation. Be prepared to transition to instruments and execute an ITO (Task 1170) or unusual attitude recovery (Task 1182), if ground reference is lost.

Question 12

TASK 1040
Perform Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) Takeoff

Warning

Answer 12

Note. Performing this maneuver in certain environments may require HVR OGE PWR. Evaluate each situation for PWR required versus PWR AVAIL, such as terrain flight takeoff.

Note. The P* must avoid excessive and unnecessary nose-low accelerative attitudes.

Note. The NRCMs should remain seated during this maneuver unless METT-TC requires deviation.

Warning: At night, use of landing, search or anti-collision lights may cause spatial disorientation while in blowing snow/sand/dust.

Question 13

TASK 1042
Perform Cruise Check Procedures

Caution

Answer 13

Flight crewmembers will use a safety restraining harness at all times while moving about the cabin area. If crewmembers are not performing any tasks or maneuvers, they should remain seated with seat belts secured.

Note. The maintenance panel has indicators that the P cannot see. Although a cruise check is conducted every 30 minutes, the FE should constantly be aware of the status of indications on the maintenance panel by placing themselves in a position to monitor it.

Note. CAAS updates fuel consumption continuously. If the FLPN is used and updated to accurately reflect mission, there is no requirement of the use of an E6B.

Note. The clear visor provides eye protection while not degrading the crewmember’s ability to see inside the aircraft. Anytime a NRCM is inside the aircraft with the ENGs operating and the LH escape panel is “REMOVED” or the upper cabin door is “OPEN” or the ramp cargo door is “IN”, the NRCMs visor will be down unless using NVGs.

Note. When two or more NRCMs are assigned to the flight, the FE will outline their specific duties during the mission briefing. The ramp and cabin checks may be divided between the NRCMs.

Question 14

TASK 1046
Perform Electronically Aided Navigation

Answer 14

Note. Only the P will perform in-flight time/labor intensive navigation programming duties (for example building routes).

Question 15

TASK 1058
Perform Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) Approach

Caution x2

Answer 15

Landings to the ground will be accomplished with the ramp in the full up position unless internal cargo loading prohibits or if tactical situation dictates. If landing with the ramp in other than the full-up position, caution must be exercised by the crew to avoid ramp contact with the ground

To prevent droop-stop pounding, do not exceed ground control limitations after all landing gear contact the ground.

Note. Performing this maneuver in certain environments may require HVR OGE PWR. Evaluate each situation for PWR required versus PWR AVAIL.

Note. If wind conditions may be a factor, a wind evaluation should be performed. Techniques for evaluating wind conditions are found in TC 3-04.4.

Note. Steep approaches can place the aircraft in potential settling-with-PWR conditions.

Note. Brakes set or released may be determined by the type of surface, hard or soft, during the reconnaissance.

Note. When landing in deep sand or snow, the aircraft wheels/skis may settle at different rates.
Note. During sand/dust landings, all doors and windows should be closed, and vent blowers turned off.

Note. OGE hovering reduces available ground references and may increase the possibility of spatial disorientation. Be prepared to transition to instruments and execute an ITO if ground reference is lost.

Note. HVR OGE reduces available ground references and may increase the possibility of spatial disorientation. If ground references are limited, the P* may elect to perform coupled HVR flight (Task 1039) and transition inside to the HVR symbology. Be prepared to transition to instruments and execute an ITO if ground reference is lost.

Note. At night, use of the landing, search or anti-collision light may cause spatial disorientation while in blowing snow/sand/dust.

Question 16

TASK 1062
Perform Slope Operations

Caution x2

Answer 16

Landings to the ground will be accomplished with the ramp in the full up position unless internal cargo loading prohibits or if tactical situation dictates. If landing with the ramp in other than the full-up position, caution must be exercised by the crew to avoid ramp contact with the ground.

To prevent droop-stop pounding, do not exceed ground control limitations after all landing gear contact the ground

Note. The LCT actuators will program to the “GROUND” position as soon as the aft landing gear contacts the ground and the landing gear proximity switches engage. This may cause the aircraft to accelerate forward. To prevent this acceleration, the crew has two options. The P may place the DAFCS cyclic trim switch to “MANUAL” and land with the LCT actuators in the “RET” position or extend the actuators to “GROUND” before conducting slope operations. After landing with the LCTs in the “RET” position, ensure the LCTs are placed to the “GROUND” position. After departing the slope, the P will return the DAFCS cyclic trim switch to “AUTO”.

Note. Before conducting slope operations, RCMs must understand droop-stop characteristics.
Note. If, at any time, successful completion of the landing is doubtful, the P* must abort the maneuver.

Note. If the slope landing cannot be conducted without droop-stop pounding, reposition the aircraft.

Question 16

TASK 1064
Perform a Roll-On Landing

Answer 16

Note. During the landing roll out sequence, the primary aerodynamic braking force is provided by the aft rotor system. Applying aft cyclic will lessen the effectiveness of this rotor due to differential collective pitch and possibly increase the roll-out distance. Therefore, it is recommended not to apply more aft cyclic than is necessary to maintain ground contact with the aft landing gear.

Note. To abort this maneuver prior to decelerating below ETL or below the final obstacles, apply forward cyclic to allow the aircraft to become airborne and accelerate. Consideration of PWR AVAIL and minimum SE airspeed must be made when conducting SE operations. If it becomes necessary to abort below ETL or going below final obstacles and SE power is not AVAIL, the P* will have to use their best judgment to bring the aircraft to a HVR and decelerate if sufficient obstacle clearance exists.

Note. The wheel brakes may be less effective. To prevent an abrupt stop, smoothly lower the thrust control until the aircraft comes to a complete stop.

Question 17

TASK 1068
Perform Go-Around

Caution

Answer 17

Note. The decision to go-around may be made at any time but in limited PWR situations should be determined before descending below the final barriers or decelerating below ETL.

Selecting the coupled “GO AROUND” mode during limited PWR conditions or operating at high GWT may exceed aircraft limitations.

Question 18

TASK 1094
Perform Flight with Digital Advance Flight Control System (DAFCS)-Off

Answer 18

Note. The standards for the maneuvers are the same as with the DAFCS-ON. When conducting training flights with DAFCS-OFF, the flight should be restricted to essential personnel only. RCM proficiency and location must be considered when tasks are selected for performance with the DAFCS-OFF.

Note. Ensure airspeed is at or below 100 KCAS prior to turning DAFCS-OFF.

Note. NRCMs should remain seated with a seatbelt fastened during DAFCS-Off flight unless it interferes with performance of crew duties.

Question 19

TASK 1162
Perform Emergency Egress

Warning

Answer 19

Removing an injured crewmember or passenger may increase the severity of the injuries. Analyze the risk of additional injury versus the risk of leaving the crewmember or passenger in the aircraft until assistance arrives.

Question 20

TASK 1167
Perform Instrument Maneuvers with Standby Flight Display

Answer 20

Note. The P should monitor the flight instruments and be prepared to accept a transfer of controls.

Note. During an actual MFD failure under IMC, change the flight controls during short intervals to minimize fatigue on a single PI.

Question 21

TASK 1170
Perform Instrument Takeoff (ITO)

Answer 21

Note. If FD Cues are used for the departure, all cues will be satisfied within common standards.

Note. The takeoff may be initiated from the ground or a hover.

Note. Performing this maneuver in certain environments may require HVR OGE PWR. Evaluate each situation for PWR required versus PWR AVAIL.

Note. As the aircraft enters IMC, the P should monitor the flight instruments and be prepared to accept a transfer of controls.

Note. When the crew is operating under IMC, the NRCM will take a position on the P* side of the aircraft for obstacle clearance and airspace surveillance

Question 22

TASK 1174
Perform Holding Procedures

Answer 22

Note. If a current DAFIF data is not available, then crews will not use the GPS for IFR navigation. However, they should consider and plan for its use as an EMERG backup system.

Question 23

TASK 1178
Perform Precision Approach

Answer 23

Note. GPS IFR navigation must be certified by the FAA or host country regulations prior to GPS IFR use. With an IFR certified GPS, ensure the DAFIF data is current and loaded prior to IFR use. If a certified GPS or current DAFIF data is not available, then crews will not use the GPS for IFR navigation. However, they should consider and plan for its use as an EMERG backup system only.

Question 24

TASK 1182
Perform Unusual Attitude Recovery

Answer 24

Note. NRCM tasks may include checking for fire, preparing passengers for an EMERG landing, and/or executing any portion of an EP pertaining to the NRCM.

Question 25

TASK 1184
Respond to Inadvertent Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IIMC)

Answer 25

Note. If IMC conditions are entered with the IR searchlight or landing light on, spatial disorientation may occur. Low-level ambient light may induce visual illusions and spatial disorientation. During NVG operations, video noise may contribute to loss of visual cues.

Question 26

TASK 1426
React to Aviator’s Night Vision Imaging System Failure

Answer 26

Note. NVG tube failure is infrequent and usually provides ample warning. Only occasionally will a tube fail completely in a short time. Rarely will both tubes fail at the same time. There is no remedy for in-flight tube failure.