equipment and furnishings Flashcards
what is an ELT?
emergency locating transmitter
what is an EPIRB?
emergency position indication radio beacon
what frequency do civilian radios operate on in NZ?
121.5MHz
what is meant by the term ‘crashworthy’ seat?
It is designed to fold up and protect your back on impact of crashing.
Two methods of releasing load from a cargo hook are?
manual cut off pedal to release load and lowering load to ground and having someone disconnect hook
what are floats designed for and how are they inflated?
To keep the aircraft afloat on water. inflated electrically or manually when water is detected
what is installed in the cabin so you can break out in an emergency?
an axe
what determines how many first aid kits are taken on a helicopter?
the maximum number of passengers the helicopter is able to take
what frequency do military radios operate on?
243MHz
