CNAF

Question 1

Deviations from CNAF

Answer 1

In the tactical environment, military exigency may require on site deviations from instructions and/or procedures contained here.

The existing risk of deviation must be continually weighed against the benefit of deviating from this manual.

Deviation from specified flight and operating instructions is authorized in emergency situations when, in the judgment of the PIC, safety justifies such a deviation.

Question 2

Emergency and Humanitarian Operations

Answer 2

Naval aircraft operations are authorized in emergencies such as forest fires, search, rescue, major calamities, and for humanitarian reasons involving life-threatening circumstances.

Notification of the operation shall be made to CNO, or CMC, as appropriate, and the responsible local commander, but without delaying action when time is an essential factor.

Question 3

Civilian Law Enforcement Officers (LEO)

Answer 3

Embarkation of civilian LEOs is authorized for helicopters, tilt-rotor, and non-ejection seat aircraft.

Authority to approve flights for LEO personnel and responsibility for establishing operating procedures is delegated to COMNAVAIRLANT (for us) for aircraft under their respective control. Authority to approve flights may be delegated to numbered fleet commanders and type commanders.

These LEO personnel should comply with the aeromedical and survival training requirements set forth in this instruction when time and facilities permit.

Question 4

Nonessential Flights

Answer 4

The use of aircraft for nonessential flights shall not be authorized. Any flight open to misinterpretation by the public shall be avoided. Examples of flights that are considered nonessential are as follows:

1. Flights of a routine business nature for which commercial or other military transportation could be more economically substituted.
2. Flights for any officer or group of officers, the sole purpose of which is the convenience and/or prestige of the officers concerned and not the performance of official duties or accomplishment of bona fide training.
3. Repeated flights to the hometown area of flight personnel concerned.
4. Flights coinciding with major sporting events or civic celebrations.

Question 5

Orientation Flights

Answer 5

Orientation flights are typically one time events for selected participants in a particular model aircraft.

Orientation flight status shall not be used to circumvent normal training requirements for individuals required to fly multiple flights in naval aircraft.

Orientation flights for midshipmen participating in official training programs are an exception and may involve multiple flights.

Question 6

Individuals Selected for Orientation Flights

Answer 6

1. To familiarize them with an aircraft, it’s operation, capabilities, requirements, concept of employment, or limitations.
2. To familiarize them with a base complex from the air for official purposes other than merely sightseeing or goodwill.
3. To allow FAA personnel to perform official functions that require their infrequent embarkation on naval aircraft.
4. To perform other military duties not assigned to the flight crew.
5. To recognize the superior performance of active and reserve personnel when in the best interest of the Navy and/or Marine Corps.

Question 7

Embarkation of Passengers

Answer 7

No person shall be emplaned as a passenger nor shall any cargo be embarked on a naval aircraft unless authorization has been granted by competent authority in accordance with applicable directives.

Reporting custodians for helicopter units may authorize personnel to be embarked as passengers onboard their aircraft. This authority may be delegated to a designated detachment officer in charge when deployed or embarked.

No person shall be carried in a taxiing aircraft as a passenger unless such person is authorized to fly in it or has been authorized by competent authority to be embarked therein.

Question 8

Helicopter Passenger Overwater Flights at Night

Answer 8

Helicopter passenger overwater flights at night are authorized subject to the following restrictions:

1. Ship launches and recoveries shall be made during daylight hours. This constraint may be waived by the Strike Group Commander, Amphibious Squadron commander, MAGTF, or OTC in cases of operational necessity.
2. In cases of TACEVAC, a qualified medical attendant who is current in approved water survival training (non-aircrew underwater emergency egress as a minimum training requirement), and has been properly briefed on emergency egress procedures for that aircraft, may be transferred at night with approval from the ship’s CO.
3. This does not preclude troop movement in support of amphibious exercises, visit board search and seizure (VBSS) level III operations, or SPECOPS training and operational missions.

Question 9

PIC of Naval Aircraft While Absent from Home Unit

Answer 9

The PIC/mission commanders of a naval aircraft (while absent from home unit) may authorize air transportation for personnel and/or equipment not otherwise qualified for Government air transportation (i.e. civilian physicians, paramedic teams, sheriff department personnel, park rangers, search dogs, medical equipment, etc.) when required for the successful prosecution of a search and rescue, TACEVAC, or disaster relief mission.

This authority shall only be exercised when all practicable means of obtaining authorization from competent authority in accordance with applicable directives have proven unsuccessful or unavailable.

Appropriate authority shall be notified of such air transportation as soon as practicable.

Question 10

Pilot in Command

Answer 10

Pilot in command refers to the pilot of an individual aircraft. The pilot in command is responsible for the safe, orderly conduct of the flight and well-being of the crew. The pilot in command may also be the mission commander or formation leader when so designated.

In the absence of direct orders from higher authority cognizant of the mission, responsibility for starting or continuing a mission with respect to weather or any other condition affecting the safety of the aircraft rests with the pilot in command.

The authority and responsibility of the pilot in command shall not be transferred during flight. It shall not be transferred to another individual except as required by emergency, operational necessity, or as directed by the CO of the unit to which the aircraft is attached.

The authority and responsibility of a pilot in command is independent of rank or seniority in relation to other persons participating in the mission or flight except for the following.

Question 11

OTC Embarked

Answer 11

Wing, group, or squadron commander, if embarked on a mission involving aircraft of their command, retains full authority and responsibility regarding command, including the mission in which participating.

Question 12

Flag or General Officer Embarked

Answer 12

The pilot in command of an aircraft with a flag or general officer eligible for command at sea or in the field embarked as a passenger shall be subject to the orders of such flag or general officer in accordance with US Navy regulations.

When such an embarked passenger exercises authority to command the aircraft, that passenger thereby assumes full responsibility for the safe and orderly conduct of the flight.

The embarked passenger shall give due consideration to the judgment of the pilot in command regarding items of flight safety such as hazardous weather and aircraft/crew limitations.

Flying rule violations, accident reports, and any other actions arising out of the flight will be referred to the embarked passenger as the responsible commander of the aircraft.

Note: These provisions shall not be used to circumvent normal NATOPS qualification procedures if the officer desires to physically pilot the aircraft. Flights that require a NATOPS qualified crew shall not be physically piloted by any individual not so qualified; however, the flight may be directed by an officer in tactical command embarked who is not NATOPS qualified.

Question 13

Skills of CRM

Answer 13

Decision Making
Assertiveness
Mission Analysis
Communication
Leadership
Adaptability/Flexibility
Situational Awareness

Question 14

ORM Five Step Process

Answer 14

Identify hazards.
Assess hazards.
Make risk decisions.
Implement controls.
Supervise.

Question 15

Three Levels of ORM Process

Answer 15

Time-critical
Deliberate
In-depth

Question 16

Four Principles of ORM

Answer 16

Accept risk when benefits outweigh the costs.
Accept no unnecessary risk.
Anticipate and manage risk by planning.
Make risk decisions at the right level.

Question 17

Intent

Answer 17

Lack of intent does not in itself constitute absence of culpability. One can be so grossly negligent as to equate omission with commission. The question is whether the pilot in command or the formation leader could reasonably have been expected to avoid the violation.

Question 18

Purpose of Cross-Country Flights

Answer 18

Cross-country flights fill a valid training requirement through development of aircrew skills in mission planning, weather analysis, instrument flight procedures, airways and VFR navigation and knowledge of aircraft servicing and maintenance procedures. Operating conditions encountered during cross-country flights serve to develop experience, judgement, and maturity required of all aircrews.

Question 19

Flight Schedule (NDCATPEE)

Answer 19

Names and functions of flight personnel.

Designation of PIC, mission commander, and/or formation leader.

Chain of Command for formation flights.

Aircraft Model

TMR Code

Point of departure, destination, and en route stopover points.

Date and estimated time of departure.

Estimated time en route or estimated time of arrival (ETE/ETA)

Question 20

Missions that Require an Aircraft Commander

Answer 20

Operational/tactical missions

Administrative missions

Training flights, except those that are within the capabilities of pilots of lower classification and which, in the opinion of the CO, are best suited to teach such pilots self-reliance and command responsibility.

Flights in which the transport of passengers is involved.

Question 21

Minimum Flight Crew with Insufficient NATOPS Guidance

Answer 21

A PIC with a valid instrument rating.

A copilot qualified to perform all the assist functions required for the flight conditions and mission. If passengers are embarked, the copilot shall be qualified in model.

Other flight crew necessary for the safe conduct of the flight.

Question 22

Rescue Helicopters Operating Over Water

Answer 22

Any naval helicopter that is assigned the primary missions to operate as a rescue vehicle over water shall have as a member of its crew one aircrewman who is completely outfitted for water entry and has completed an approved CNO/CMC rescue swimmer school.

Note: When SAR/plane guard is briefed as a primary mission, or when it becomes the primary mission, the rescue aircrewman shall be prepared for immediate water entry.

Question 23

Preflight Planning

Answer 23

Delays
Risk assessment
Alternates
Fuel
Terminal Procedures
TFRs
NOTAMS
Weather/forecast

Question 24

Authorized Airfields for Stop and Go, Refueling, and RON

DOD Airfield Facilities

Answer 24

Naval aircraft are authorized to operate at and land at all US military and joint civil-military airfields.

PICs shall ensure they are aware of and meet airfield operating requirements and, when necessary, have satisfied PPR requirements.

When returning from abroad, PICs shall ensure that they will be able to satisfy US customs.

Question 25

Authorized Airfields for Stop and Go, Refueling, and RON Civilian Airfields

Answer 25

Naval aircraft are permitted to operate at civilian airfields listed in the DOD en route supplement or appropriate FAA publication when such missions: Contribute to mission accomplishment Add value to training Are otherwise in the interest of the government and taxpayer Civilian airfields shall not be used for RON unless required for mission accomplishment. In such cases, approval by the appropriate Wing/Group commander is required. RON is authorized if required for aircraft maintenance or following an emergency divert.

Question 26

Helicopter Landing at Other than Airfields

Answer 26

Helicopters are authorized to land at other than airfield locations provided: A military requirement exists for such landing. Adequate safeguards are taken to permit safe landing and takeoff operations without hazard to people or property. There are no legal objections to landing at such non airfield sites. Note: COs are authorized to waive the above when dispatched helicopters are engaged in SAR operations.

Question 27

Aircraft Operations Outside Published Hours/Closed Control Tower

Answer 27

Naval aircraft are permitted to operate from a closed control tower airfield when both the reporting custodian and CO of airfield have authorized such operations. Naval aircraft are permitted to operate from a closed tower airfield without the crash crew being present with concurrence of the reporting custodian and the CO of the airfield.

Question 28

Closed Airfields

Answer 28

All naval aircraft are prohibited from taking off or landing at closed airfields except in the case of emergency.

Question 29

Flight Plans Submitting

Answer 29

A flight plan appropriate for the intended operation shall be submitted for all flights except: Flights of operational necessity. Student training flights under the cognizance of CNATRA.

Question 30

PIC Submission of Flight Plan

Answer 30

The flight has been properly authorized. Adequate flight planning data, including NOTAMS, was available for complete and accurate planning. The flight will be conducted in accordance with governing directives and adherence to fuel and weather minimums. Each pilot in a formation flight has received the required flight route weather briefing. The PICs possess a valid instrument rating if any portion of the flight is to be conducted under IMC or in positive control areas. Passengers have been properly briefed and manifested. Proper weight and balance forms have been filed. The PIC acknowledges responsibility for the safe and orderly conduct of the flight.

Question 31

Validity of DD-175-1 Weather Brief

Answer 31

Valid for 3.0 hours past brief or ETD plus one half hour.

Question 32

Weather Criteria for Filing

Answer 32

Actual weather at the point of departure at the time of clearance. The existing and forecast weather for the entire route of flight. Destination and alternate forecasts for 1 hour before ETA to one hour after ETA.

Question 33

IFR Filing Criteria

Answer 33

Destination: 0-0 up to but not including published mins Alternate: 3000-3 or better Destination: Published mins up to but not including 3000-3 Alternate: Non-precision mins plus 300-1. Precision mins plus 200-1/2 Destination: 3000-3 or better Alternate: Not required

Question 34

If an alternate airfield is required, it shall have…

Answer 34

A published approach compatible with installed operable aircraft navigation equipment that can be flown without the use of two way radio communications when: The destination lacks the above approach. The forecasted weather at the alternate is below 3000-3 from 1 hour before ETA to 1 hour after.

Question 35

Pilots shall not file into a WW unless…

Answer 35

1. Storm development has not progressed as forecast (Verification by DOD forecaster or FSS). -VFR filing permitted if existing and forecast weather permits. -IFR filing permitted if radar installed and operative, permitting detection of storms. -IFR filing permitted in controlled airspace if VMC can be maintained. 2. Performance characteristics of aircraft allow flight above storm.

Question 36

Fuel Planning

Answer 36

No alternate: Fuel from takeoff to destination, plus 10% of planned fuel. Alternate required: Fuel from takeoff to approach fix for destination, thence to alternate, plus 10% of planned. In no case shall planned fuel be less than needed for 20 minutes of flight using fuel burn at planned altitude. Minimum planned landing fuel per NATOPS is 600lb.

Question 37

Position Lights

Answer 37

Shall be displayed during the period 30 minutes before sunset until 30 minutes after sunrise or any time visibility is less than 3 statute miles. Immediately before engine start and anytime engines are running. When the aircraft is being towed. When the aircraft is parked and likely to cause hazard.

Question 38

Anti-Collision Lights

Answer 38

Shall be used immediately before engine start and at all times when aircraft engines are operating, except when the use adversely affects ground ops. They may be turned off during flight through clouds when the light reflects into the cockpit.

Question 39

Landing/Taxi Lights

Answer 39

Should be utilized for all taxi movements ashore during the hours of darkness unless a taxi signalman is directing the aircraft.

Question 40

Instrument Takeoff Minimums

Answer 40

Standard Instrument Rating - Published minimums for non-precision but not less than 300-1. Published minimums for precision approach but not less than 200-1/2 or 2400 RVR. Special - no takeoff ceiling or visibility minimums.

Question 41

Helicopter Visibility Minimum Reduction

Answer 41

Helicopters required visibility minimum May be reduced to one-half the published visibility minimum for Category A aircraft, but in no case may it be reduced to less than 1/4 mile or 1200 feet RVR. COPTER approaches ceiling and visibility minima shall not be reduced.

Question 42

Approach Criteria for Multi-Piloted Aircraft

Answer 42

When reported weather is at or below published minimums, an approach shall not be commenced in multi-piloted aircraft unless the aircraft has the capability to proceed to a suitable alternate in the event of a missed approach.

Question 43

Continuing Instrument Approach to a Landing

Answer 43

Pilots shall not descend below MDA or continue an approach below the DH unless they have the runway environment in sight and in their judgment a safe landing can be made.

Question 44

Reasons Controller may call Missed Approach

Answer 44

1. Safe limits are exceeded or radical aircraft deviations observed. 2. Position or ID of aircraft is in doubt. 3. Radar contact lost. 4. Field conditions, conflicting traffic, other unsafe conditions observed. Pilot may ignore 1-3 and continue approach if they have runway or approach lights in sight. Missed approach is mandatory for reason 4.

Question 45

Practice Approaches

Answer 45

Provisions are not intended to preclude an aircraft from executing practice approaches when no landing is intended. Facility must not be filed destination or alternate.

Question 46

Helicopter Altitude Restriction in Class B, C, D

Answer 46

Shall be in accordance with the Air Ops Manual. When no other guidance provided, helicopters shall not exceed 500’ AGL unless cleared by control agency.

Question 47

Helicopters shall operate with ______ power required while on the ground and shall be alert to prevent FOD and gust damage.

Answer 47

Minimum

Question 48

Practice Autorotations

Answer 48

Shall be conducted within the field boundary over a surface in which a full autorotation can be safely completed and that is readily accessible to crash, rescue, and firefighting equipment. Shall required specific approval from tower when active.

Question 49

Practice Autorotations at Airfields Without Tower or Closed Tower

Answer 49

Practice autos are authorized provided: Crash, rescue, fire support is still available and monitoring the landing area visually, or through an RDO. Sufficient separation exists in the landing pattern to conduct a stop and go without impeding other traffic. (Generally no more than 2 aircraft per runway pattern).

Question 50

Helicopter Terrain Flights

Answer 50

Shall be conducted only as operational necessity dictates, in training scenarios within a designated training area, or as published procedures prescribe.

Question 51

Helicopter Night Hover Operation Over Water

Answer 51

Shall be conducted using aircraft equipped with automatic hover systems on all occasions when a natural horizon is not available.

Question 52

Noise Sensitive Areas (breeding farms, resorts, beaches, national parks, etc.)

Answer 52

Shall be avoided when at altitudes of less than 3000’ AGL except when in compliance with: Traffic or approach pattern VR or IR route Special use airspace

Question 53

External Stores/Cargo Overflight

Answer 53

Pilots carrying external stores/cargo shall avoid overflying populated areas whenever possible.

Question 54

Flat Hatting

Answer 54

Flat hatting or any maneuver conducted at low altitude/high rate of speed for thrill purposes over land or water are prohibited.

Question 55

Disturbance of Wildlife

Answer 55

When it is necessary to fly over known wild fowl habitations, an altitude of at least 3000’ shall be maintained.

Question 56

Avoidance of Commercial Carriers and Civil Aircraft

Answer 56

Aircraft shall be avoided by at least 500’ vertically or 1 mile laterally.

Question 57

Avoidance of Installations Important to Defense

Answer 57

Naval aircraft shall avoid flying over all ammunition depots, magazines, oil refineries, and other plants important to national defense when their location is known.

Question 58

Jettisoning Fuel

Answer 58

Whenever practicable, fuel shall not be jettisoned below an altitude of 6000’ AGL. Should weather or emergency conditions dictate jettison at a lower altitude, every effort shall be made to avoid populated areas. When under positive control, PIC should advise ATC that fuel will be jettisoned.

Question 59

Minimum Fuel

Answer 59

In the judgment of the pilot the fuel state is such that no undue delay can be accepted en route to the destination.

Question 60

Emergency Fuel

Answer 60

Any time the remaining usable fuel supply suggests the need for traffic priority to ensure a safe landing. The pilot shall declare an emergency and report fuel remaining in minutes.

Question 61

Life rafts

Answer 61

On overwater flights the number of persons in an aircraft shall not exceed capacity of the life rafts carried except as dictated by operational necessity.

Question 62

Safety Belts and Shoulder Harnesses

Answer 62

Safety belts and shoulder harnesses shall be worn and tightened prior to takeoff and until completion of the flight except when necessary activities require temporary removal. Inertia reels, where provided, shall be manually locked for all takeoffs and landings. The number of persons over 2 years of age embarked on aircraft shall be restricted to the number of seats and safety belts.

Question 63

Seating/Safety Belt requirement may be eliminated when:

Answer 63

SPECOPS training and missions Dedicated lifesaving efforts, including humanitarian and SAR ops Not to be used for routine operational training or personnel transfers. Applies when tactical/procedural requirements exist. When seats are removed, passengers will be restrained by an appropriate alternate means. If mission requires removal for one part, then passengers will use seats/belts for all other phases of the mission.

Question 64

ALSS

Answer 64

Aviation Life Support Systems

Question 65

Helmet Tape

Answer 65

Helmet shall be 100% covered with white reflective tape. Up to 30 square inches of light colored reflective tape may be applied so long as white tape remains visible from all directions.

Question 66

Antiexposure Suits

Answer 66

Final determination shall be made by the CO or OIC of aviation unit concerned. They shall be provided for flight personnel of naval aircraft when in the event of a mishap there would be significant risk of water entry and when: The water temperature is 50 degrees F or below. The OAT is 32 degrees F or below (wind chill factor corrected temp). Rescue swimmers shall not be deployed unless wearing antiexposure suit when water temperature is 60 degrees F or below and/or OAT is 32 degrees F or below. If the water is between 50 and 60 degrees F, the CO or OIC must determine necessity.

Question 67

How fast can hypothermia set in when in waters between 50 and 60 degrees F?

Answer 67

2 hours

Question 68

Unpressurized Aircraft Altitude Limits

Answer 68

Flights between 10,000-13,000 feet shall not exceed 1 hour duration and flight above 13,000 is prohibited. Must be mission essential (deemed by CO/OIC) to fly above 10,000.

Question 69

Crew Rest

Answer 69

The non-duty time before a duty-day, watch, or flight period begins. Includes free time for meals, transportation, rest and shall include an opportunity for 8 hours if uninterrupted sleep for every 24 hour period. Does not begin until after termination of official duties. Flight crews and support personnel shall not be scheduled for continuous watch, duty, alert, or flight in excess of 18 hours. If operationally necessary to exceed 18 hour rule, 15 hours of continuous off-duty time shall be provided.

Question 70

Circadian Rhythm

Answer 70

Cyclic fluctuations of number our body functions that are set like a biological clock by daylight exposure and sleep/awake periods. Allow 1 day of rest for every time zone crossed in excess of 3.

Question 71

Limits on Flight Time

Answer 71

Daily - Should not exceed 12 hours. Weekly - Should not exceed 50 hours. Flight personnel should not be assigned flight duties on more than 6 consecutive days. Monthly - Should not exceed 100 hours. 90 days - Should not exceed 265 hours. 1 year - Should not exceed 960 hours.

Question 72

Alcohol

Answer 72

Consumption is prohibited within 12 hours of any mission brief or flight planning. Shall ensure you are free from the effects of a hangover prior to flight.

Question 73

Caffeine

Answer 73

Intake is limited to 450mg per day (3-4 cups of drip coffee).

Question 74

Immunizations

Answer 74

Down for 12 hours following an immunization or injection.

Question 75

Blood Donation

Answer 75

Minimum Interval: 4 months Combat, shipboard, or operational: Shall not donate blood 4 weeks prior to such flying. Shall not participate in flight duties for 4 days following donation of 450 cc (1 pint) of blood. If subject to flying within 4 days of blood donation, command approval is needed prior to donating.

Question 76

Hyperbaric Exposure

Answer 76

Shall not fly within 24 hours following scuba dive, compressed air dive, or high pressure chamber evolutions. Shall not fly within 12 hours of dynamic SEBD training.

Question 77

Security of Aircraft Away from Base

Answer 77

PIC shall take proper measure to ensure the safety of the aircraft and any classified equipment.

Question 78

Aircraft Fuel Purchase

Answer 78

Because the cost of fuel from non-contract commercial sources is higher than that of military contract fuel, unit commanders and PIC shall make every effort to purchase fuel from military or government contract sources. Flight personnel are not authorized to purchase aircraft fuel from other than military or government sources except: 1. Mission requirements dictate stopping at a facility without military or contract fuel. 2. The flight terminated as the result of an emergency. 3. The flight terminated at an alternate airport in lieu of filed destination.

Question 79

Discharging of Passengers/Cargo (for Customs purposes)

Answer 79

Aircraft commander shall not permit any cargo, baggage, or equipment to be removed from the aircraft without permission from customs officials. Passengers or crew shall not depart landing site until release by customs. Removal of cargo and/or personnel may be allowed should such be necessary for the safety or preservation of life and property.

Question 80

Minimum Flight Hours (Semiannual/Annual)

Answer 80

Pilot Time: 40/100 Night: 6/12 Inst: 6/12

Question 81

Requirements to be a HAC

Answer 81

To be qualified as a helicopter aircraft commander, the NATOPS manual shall establish the designation for the particular model, and an individual shall: 1. Have completed the requirements for, and possess to an advanced degree the knowledge, proficiency, and capabilities of a second pilot. 2. Have a minimum of 500 total flight hours. Simulator hours flown as part of a formal helicopter syllabus may be credited for up to 10%. 3. Have 150 flight hours in rotary wing aircraft. 4. Have pilot hours in class and model required by the CO or higher authority and demonstrate the proficiency and judgment required to ensure the successful accomplishment of all tasks of the unit mission. 5. Demonstrate the ability to command and train the officers and enlisted members of the flight crew. 6. Demonstrate the qualities of leadership required to conduct advanced base or detached unit operations as officer in charge when such duty is required as part of the units mission or method of operation.

Question 82

Annual Instrument Minimums

Answer 82

6 months: 6 hours, 6 precision, 6 non precision 12 months: 12 hours, 12 precision, 6 non precision

Question 83

Flight Plan Submission Requirements

Answer 83

WX brief Authorized flight Requirements (WX, fuel) Planning Safe and orderly conduct of flight W&B correct Instrument Rating (pos control/IMC) Manifest of Passengers

Question 84

Manifest Requirements

Answer 84

Names and serial numbers Grade, branch, duty station Status aboard aircraft (pax or crew)

Question 85

4 Reasons a Manifest is not Required

Answer 85

SAR Missions Lifting reconnaissance parties Patrols Outposts during field problems

Question 86

Flights Requiring an Aircraft Commander

Answer 86

Operational missions Administrative missions Training flights - 2P/2P exception Pax transfer involved

Question 87

Flight plan is required for all flights except:

Answer 87

Operational Necessity CNATRA

Question 88

WX Requirements for Filing

Answer 88

Actual WX at point of origin Existing WX for entire route Destination and alternate plus or minus one hour

Question 89

Landing at other than airfields (MSL CO)

Answer 89

Military requirement Safeguards in place to land and takeoff without hazard to persons or property No legal objections CO may waive the above when engaged in SAR

Question 90

Operating at civilian airfields (MAT)

Answer 90

Mission Accomplishment Adds value to training Taxpayers (and government) best interest

Question 91

Sources of Weather

Answer 91

1. FWB 2. 1-800-PILOT-WX or NAS contract briefer 3. Commercial sources complying with ICAO

Question 92

File/fly into a WW (SLOVIRA) (without Op Necess, emergency, or research)

Answer 92

Storm not progressing as forecast (DoD forecaster or FSS) Local base/wing COs Outside local area - PIC VFR filing permitted if existing and forecast weather permits IFR filing permitted if controlled and VMC can be maintained IFR filing permitted if installed WX RADAR Altitude above storms due to aircraft performance traits

Question 93

Remain Over Night at Civilian Field

Answer 93

If required for mission accomplishment, must be approved by Wing/Group Commander. Authorized following an emergency divert or required for aircraft maintenance.

Question 94

Authority of Flights

Answer 94

Naval aircraft shall not be flown by any person unless authorized by the reporting custodian or other commander in OPCON. All flights shall be in the national interest. Efficient utilization of aircraft and available funds is the responsibility of the reporting custodian.

Question 95

When absent from home units, PIC may authorize air transportation for personnel not otherwise qualified for government air transportation when required for the successful prosecution of a _______, _________, or __________.

Answer 95

SAR, TACEVAC, disaster relief

Question 96

TACEVAC

Answer 96

Encompasses both MEDEVAC and CASEVAC and is the third phase in Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) process in which casualties are moved from the hostile and austere tactical environment in which they were injured to a more secure location capable of providing advanced medical care.

Question 97

FAR Exemptions

Answer 97

Drug interdiction - Altitudes Drug Interdiction - lights (need radar to detect other aircraft or spotter) Alternate airport Military training route - altitudes in uncontrolled airspace NVD lights out training - MOAs and ATCAAs in NOTAM airspace or monitored or NOTAM airspace below 500’ Transponder off - Fallon Range Training Complex

Question 98

Special VFR Requirements

Answer 98

Controlled airspace Ceiling must be a minimum of 500/1 (unless operational necessity) Remain clear of clouds Pilot and aircraft must be certified for instrument flight

Question 99

Simulated emergencies that effect _______ ________ shall not be conducted anytime passengers are aboard the aircraft.

Answer 99

Aircraft controllability

Question 100

Deviations from FAR

Answer 100

Intentional deviation from a flight rule is authorized only when: In flight emergency Safety of flight Operational necessity

Question 101

Ten Operational Neccessity in CNAF TTSSLIPFND

Answer 101

Pax overwater at Night Transfer of PIC Incident Reporting Flight plan submissions Severe WX Watch Special VFR Terrain flight Life rafts Number of persons aboard Deviations from FAR

Question 102

Personnel Authorized to Taxi Helicopters

Answer 102

No one shall be permitted to taxi a helicopter except those persons who are authorized to fly helicopters.

Question 103

Use of Nutritional Supplements

Answer 103

Use of nutritional/dietary and other Over the Counter supplements/products by flight personnel, except those approved by BUMED, is prohibited. FSs or APA shall be consulted to assist with making informed decisions regarding nutritional supplements.