CNAF Flashcards
(84 cards)
1
Q
Who can log actual instrument time and in what conditions
CNAF
A
Actual instrument time will be logged by both pilots in a dual/multipiloted aircraft during flight in actual instrument conditions.
2
Q
Who can log simulated instrument
CNAF
A
Simulated instrument time shall be logged only by the pilot actually manipulating the controls.
3
Q
What flights are not authorized?
CNAF
A
The use of aircraft for nonessential flights shall not be authorized. Any flight open to misinterpretation by the public shall be avoided.
4
Q
What are examples of nonessential flights?
[TPHS]
CNAF
A
Examples include:
i. Routine business flights that could be economically substituted.
ii. Flights for officers/groups for convenience/prestige, not official duties.
iii. Repeated flights to personnel’s hometowns.
iv. Flights coinciding with major sports events or civic celebrations.
5
Q
Who is permitted to taxi a helicopter?
CNAF
A
No one shall be permitted to taxi a helicopter except those persons who are authorized to fly helicopters.
6
Q
What is the five-step process of ORM?
I-AM-IS
CNAF
A
i. Identify hazards.
ii. Assess hazards.
iii. Make risk decisions.
iv. Implement controls.
v. Supervise.
7
Q
What are the three levels of ORM?
(H:In depth deliberation requires time)
| CNAF
A
i. Time-critical- a quick review of the process when time does not allow for extensive thought (aka in flight).
ii. Deliberate- experience and brainstorming used to identify hazards (normally best in a group).
iii. In-depth- more substantial tools are used to thoroughly study the hazards and their associated risk in complex operations.
8
Q
Civilian Airfields, Facility, and Security Requirements [MR.LRS]
When may naval aircraft operate at civilian fields?
CNAF
A
Naval aircraft may operate at civilian fields when such operations contribute to mission accomplishment, add value to training, or are otherwise in the interest of the government and taxpayer.
9
Q
Civilian Airfields, Facility, and Security Requirements [MR.LRS]
Under what conditions can civilian fields be used for RON?
A
Civilian fields shall not be used for RON unless required for mission accomplishment, authorized for aircraft maintenance, or following an emergency divert.
10
Q
Helo Landing Area Requirements (other than airfield locations) [MAL]
What are the requirements for helicopter landings at non-airfield locations?
CNAF
A
A military requirement exists, adequate safeguards are taken, and there are no legal obligations to landing at such sites.
*COs are authorized to waive requirements when aircraft is engaged in SAR operations
11
Q
When can we T/O and land at closed airfields?
CNAF
A
All naval aircraft are prohibited from taking off or landing at closed airfields except in case of an emergency.
12
Q
How can a military pilot confirm the closing of a flight plan?
CNAF
A
The pilot shall either verbally confirm the closing of the flight plan with tower or base ops or deliver a copy of the flight plan to base ops.
13
Q
What are the PIC responsibilities for submission of a flight plan? Rework
CNAF
A
The PIC/forms leader shall submit a flight plan unless a daily flight schedule is used, ensuring the flight has been properly authorized and that adequate flight data was available.
14
Q
What must each pilot in a formation flight receive? Rework
CNAF
A
Each pilot in a formation flight must receive the required flight route weather briefing.
15
Q
What is the minimum planned fuel reserve after landing?
CNAF
A
In no case shall the planned fuel reserve be less than needed for 20 minutes of flight, computed based on turbine-powered helicopters’ fuel consumption at planned flight altitude.
16
Q
When should position lights be on?
CNAF
A
Position lights shall be on during the period 30 minutes before official sunset and 30 minutes after official sunrise or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles.
17
Q
When should anti-collision lights be used / what’s the expectation to this rule?
CNAF
A
Anti-collision lights shall be used immediately before engine start and at all times when the aircraft engine is in operation, except when it adversely affects ground operations.
18
Q
When should landing/taxi lights be utilized?
CNAF
A
Landing/taxi lights should be utilized for all taxi movements ashore during darkness unless directed by a taxi signalman.
19
Q
What must the destination weather be during the hour before and after ETA?
CNAF
A
Destination weather shall be at least 1000’/3SM.
20
Q
What are the requirements for SVFR within controlled airspace?
CNAF
A
Pilot must have ATC authorization, minimum 500’ ceiling, 1SM visibility, remain clear of clouds, and be rated for instrument flight.
21
Q
What are the visibility and cloud requirements for Class B airspace?
CNAF
A
3SM visibility, clear of clouds.
22
Q
What are the visibility and cloud requirements for Class C airspace?
CNAF
A
3SM visibility, 1000’ above, 500’ below, 2000’ from.
23
Q
What are the visibility and cloud requirements for Class G airspace for helicopters below 1200’ AGL?
CNAF
A
Day 1SM and clear of clouds Night 3 SM and the standard separation.
24
Q
What is the minimum altitude for IFR flights outside controlled airspace?
CNAF
A
The aircraft shall not be flown less than 1000’ above the highest terrain, surface of the water, or obstacle within 22 miles of the intended line of flight.
25
What is the minimum altitude for IFR flights outside controlled airspace in mountainous terrain?
| CNAF
The aircraft shall not be flown less than 2000’ within 22 miles of the intended line of flight.
26
What is the minimum altitude requirement in controlled airspace during IFR conditions?
| CNAF
An aircraft shall not be flown at less than the minimum en route altitude or altitude specified by the controlling agency.
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Can a single-piloted aircraft execute practice approaches at a facility with weather below published minimums?
Yes, but only with an ATC clearance and the facility must not be the filed destination or alternate. The weather at the final destination and alternate must meet filing criteria for an instrument clearance as set forth in CNAF.
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What is the altitude restriction for avoiding noise sensitive areas?
| CNAF
These areas shall be avoided when at altitudes less than 3000’ AGL except when in compliance with an approved traffic or approach pattern, VR or IR route, or special use airspace.
29
What is flat hatting?
| CNAF
Flat hatting refers to maneuvers conducted at low altitude and/or high rate of speed for thrill purposes over land or water, which are prohibited.
30
What is the alcohol consumption rule before a mission?
| CNAF
Consumption of any type of alcohol is prohibited within 12 hours of any mission brief or flight planning.
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How long can alcohol effects last after consumption?
| CNAF
Alcohol can have effects on the vestibular system for as long as 48 hours after consumption, even if BAC is 0.
32
What are the recommended maximum caffeine intake levels?
| CNAF
The recommended maximum caffeine intake is 450 mg per day, which is approximately 3 to 4 cups of drip coffee.
33
What are the effects of excessive caffeine intake?
| CNAF
Excessive caffeine intake can cause excitability, sleeplessness, loss of concentration, decreased awareness, and dehydration.
34
What are the tobacco restrictions in naval aircraft?
| CNAF
Tobacco products and electronic cigarettes are prohibited in naval aircraft.
35
What is the grounding period after dental procedures involving local injectable drugs? What about sedatives
| CNAF
Grounding for a period of 12 hours is required after procedures involving local injectable drugs, and 24 hours for the use of sedatives.
36
What is the grounding rule after receiving immunizations?
| CNAF
Flight personnel shall not participate in flight duties for 12 hours after receiving an immunization or injection unless cleared sooner by a flight surgeon.
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What is the restriction after donating blood?
| CNAF
Flight personnel shall not participate in flight duties or perform low-pressure chamber runs for four days following donations of 1 pint.
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Under what circumstances are Navy and Marine Corps flight personnel authorized to purchase non-contract fuel?
| CNAF
1. Mission requirements dictate stopping at a facility without contract/military fuel. 2. The flight terminated as part of an emergency. 3. The flight terminated at an alternate airport in lieu of filed destination.
| CNAF
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What are the fiscal year minimum flying hours for Naval aviators with less than 20 years of aviation service? Rework
| CNAF
Pilot time: Semi- 40, Annual- 100; Night time: Semi- 6, Annual- 12; Instrument time: Semi- 6, Annual- 12.
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What is included in pilot time for minimum flying hours?
| CNAF
Pilot time includes both first and copilot. At least 50% of annual minimum must be flying and of that 50% must be first pilot time.
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What is operational necessity?
| CNAF
A mission associated with war or peacetime operations in which the consequences of an action justify accepting the risk of loss of aircraft and crew.
42
What are the minimum requirements for a standard instrument rating?
| CNAF
Fifty hours of instrument pilot time under actual or simulated instrument conditions.
2. Successfully complete a NATOPS instrument evaluation in accordance with the NATOPS Instrument Flight Manual.
3. Within the 6 months preceding the date of the instrument evaluation flight obtain: (i.e., if the checkride occurs on 24 January 01, count all instrument hours and approaches after 24 July 00).
a. Six hours as pilot under actual or simulated instrument conditions.
b. Twelve final approaches under actual or simulated instrument conditions, six of which shall be precision approaches and six of which shall be nonprecision.
4. Within the 12 months preceding the date of the instrument evaluation flight obtain: (i.e., checkride occurs on 24 January 01, count all instrument hours and approaches after 24 January 00).
Note Instrument hours and approaches may be obtained on the day of the instrument evaluation but must be accrued on a separate sortie prior to the evaluation.
a. Twelve hours as pilot under actual or simulated instrument conditions.
b. A total of 18 final approaches under actual or simulated instrument conditions, 12 of which shall be precision and six of which shall be nonprecision.
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What are the specific requirements for pilot hours and approaches prior to the instrument evaluation flight?
| CNAF
Within 6 months preceding the date of the instrument evaluation flight: 6 pilot hours under simulated or actual conditions; 12 final approaches under simulated or actual conditions, 6 precision and 6 non-precision. Within 12 months: 12 hours as the pilot under simulated or actual conditions; 18 approaches, 12 precision and 6 non-precision.
44
Can previous evaluation flight hours and approaches be applied to minimums?
| CNAF
Yes, instrument hours and approaches conducted as part of a previous evaluation flight may be applied to minimums if the checkride occurred within the proper time window.
45
What is the role of approved simulators in meeting instrument rating requirements?
| CNAF
Approved simulators listed in Appendix K may be utilized to meet 1/2 of the minimum instrument rating requirements.
46
What is helicopter flight time?
Flight begins when aircraft lifts from a rest point or commences ground taxi & ends after airborne flight when the rotors are disengaged or the aircraft has been stationary for 5 minutes w/ rotors engaged.
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CNAF 3710.7
47
How should simulated instrument time be logged?
Simulated instrument time shall be logged only by the pilot actually manipulating the controls.
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Glossary I Pg. 34
48
Does canceling an IFR flight plan while airborne meet the requirements for closing out the flight plan?
No, it does not meet the requirements for closing out the flight plan.
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CNAF 4-13
49
What is the void time for a weather brief / what’s the max you can receive the brief time before T/O before it becomes void
DD-175-1 briefs are only valid for 3.0 hours past briefing/FWB delivery time or ETD plus one-half hour
50
In multi-piloted aircraft, what is true about simulated instrument flight?
A vision restricting device may be used by one pilot for simulated instrument takeoffs & down to the minimums for the approach being flown, provided the other pilot is NATOPS qualified in model.
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CNAF 5-17
51
Can the CO authorize flight below 500/1 and what has to be their reasoning?
Yes and for operational necessity
52
Can multi-piloted aircraft practice an approach if the airfield has below published landing minimums?
Yes, you can practice an approach.
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CNAF 5-27
53
What are the minimums for a helicopter flying VFR below 1200 feet AGL in uncontrolled airspace during daytime?
May operate with less than 1 mile visibility if operated at a speed that allows the pilot adequate opportunity to see & avoid other air traffic & maintain obstacle clearance.
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CNAF 5-20
54
What are the multi-piloted approach mins provided that after approach they can make it to a suitable alternative? EDIT
0-0.
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CNAF 5-27
55
Can a pilot of a single-piloted helicopter practice PAR approaches at their destination if the weather is equal to published PAR minimums or better? Rework
True, but not less than 200-1/4.
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CNAF 5-27
56
What is the maximum altitude for a helicopter in Class C airspace unless specifically cleared by the tower or other control agency?
500’ AGL.
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CNAF 5-29
57
What should a pilot do if they are on an IFR Flight plan and go lost comms before reaching an expected further clearance point?
Follow the route as per the last clearance received.
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FIH
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CRM Princples (SADCLAM)
| CNAF
SA, Assertivness, Decision making, communication, Leadership, Adaptability, Mission Analysis
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Four Principles ORM
| CNAF
i. Accept risk only when benefits outweigh the cost.
ii. Accept no unnecessary risk.
iii. Anticipate and manage risk by planning.
iv. Make risk decisions at the right level.
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Before commencing a flight, the pilot in command shall be familiar with all available information appropriate to the intended operation. Such information should include but is not limited to
[H: Think Mission Planning for a CCX]
[WANT AF]
| CNAF
i. Weather reports/forecasts
ii. NOTAMs
iii. TFRs
iv. Fuel requirements
v. Terminal instrument procedures (proper use of non-DoD approaches)
vi. Alternatives if flight cannot be completed as planned
vii. Anticipated traffic delays
b. PIC and mission commander shall also conduct a risk assessment prior to the flight.
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Basic VFR Flight mins
[Class-Vis-Clouds] MOVE to new DECK
(CNAF)
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Pax over water at night
Helicopter and Tiltrotor passenger overwater flights at night are authorized subject to the following restrictions:
a. Ship launches and recoveries shall be made during daylight hours. This constraint may be waived by the Strike Group Commander, Amphibious Squadron commander, Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Commander or Officer in Tactical Command (OTC) in cases of operational necessity.
b. In cases of Tactical Evacuation (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 Commanding Officer.
c. 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.
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Do I need a PPr for planned Alternate fields or emergency diverts
Not required
64
Can third party applications be used to file a flight plan / if so who's responsible for making sure the Aircraft gets on Deck safetly
Yes and SDO
65
When can you deviate from CNAF?
In the tactical environment, military exigency may require on-site deviations, deviations is authorized in emergency situations when, in the judgment of the pilot in command, safety justifies such a deviation.
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Need to go through this one a little more
The pilots in command/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 (SAR), Tactical Evacuation (TACEVAC), or disaster relief mission. This authority shall only be exercised when all practical means of obtaining authorization from competent authority in accordance with applicable directives (OPNAVINST 4630.25 and NAVSUP Publication 505) have proven unsuccessful or unavailable. Appropriate authority shall be notified of such air transportation as soon as practicable.
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Officer in Tactical Command Embarked
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.
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Flag or General Officer Embarkedn( Clean Up)
* There rank: Flag or general eligible for command at sea or in the field.
* They assume all responsibility for safe and orderly counduct of the flight
* Shall give due consideration to the judgment of the pilot in command regarding items of safety of flight.
* Does not mean they can fly the aircraft unless they are Natops qualifed
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Rescue Helicopters Operating Over Water
(H: If we a are assigned SAR)
What happens if was assigned mid Flight?
Any naval helicopter that is assigned the primary mission 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 as required in Paragraph 8.2.1.2 and has completed an approved CNO/CMC rescue swimmers school.
Note Where SAR/plane guard is briefed as a primary mission, or when it becomes the primary mission, the rescue air crewman shall be prepared for immediate water entry.
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# CNAF
Autos Req
-> Conducted where
->What so special about the surface
->What needs to be readily accesible
->Who's permission do I need
->No tower what still needed
-> Talk to me about spacing ( To include # in pattern)
Practice autorotations shall be conducted within the limits of the field boundary over a surface upon which a full autorotation can be safely completed and that is readily accessible to crash, rescue, and firefighting equipment. Practice autorotations shall require the specific approval of the tower when active.
At airfields without a control tower or during closed tower operations, practice autorotations are authorized provided:
1. Crash, rescue, and firefighting support is still available and monitoring the landing area visually, or through an RDO.
2. Sufficient separation exists in the landing pattern to conduct a stop-and-go without impeding other rotary or fixed wing traffic should a full autorotation or emergency landing be required, generally no more than two other aircraft per runway pattern.
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Closed Tower Ops
*Are we allowed to operate
* Who needs to be agreeness
* Can we operate there without a crash crew
Naval aircraft are permitted to operate from a closed control tower airfield when both the aircraft reporting custodian (unit commander) and the commanding officer of the airfield have specifically authorized such operations.
3. Naval aircraft are permitted to operate from a closed control tower airfield without the crash crew being present with concurrence of the reporting custodian (unit commander) and the commanding officer of the airfield.
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Manifest Requirements
-What personal information you need from the passenger?
-When you’re released from this requirement?
The manifest shall include an accurate list of personnel aboard the aircraft, showing names, serial numbers, grade and service if military, duty station, and status aboard the aircraft (passenger or crew).
Helicopter and tiltrotor pilots engaged in SAR missions, lifting reconnaissance parties, patrols, and outposts during field problems are released from manifest responsibilities when there is no proper agency available with whom a passenger manifest could be deposited.
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Outside of controlled airspace, tiltrotors in helicopter conversion mode and helicopters may be operated below — AGL, —-when the visibility is less than 1 statute mile if…
1200 AGL/ Clear of clouds / go slow enough where we can avoid obstacles and other traffic.
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Weather Criteria for Filing to be able to even submit the flight plan
1. The actual weather at the point of departure at the time of clearance.
2. The existing and forecast weather for the entire route of flight.
3. Destination and alternate forecasts for a period 1 hour before ETA until 1 hour after ETA.
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Do i need an alternate ( The Chart)
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What are the absolute mins for Helos when it comes to shooting approaches
200 and a 1/4
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If an alternate airfield is required, it shall have a published approach compatible with installed operable aircraft navigation equipment that can be flown without the use of two-way radio communication whenever either one of the following conditions is met:
What are those two conditions?
The destination lacks the above described approach.
2. The forecasted weather at the alternate is below 3,000-foot ceiling and 3-statute-mile visibility during the period 1 hour before ETA until 1 hour after ETA.
Does not have a ILS, VOR, TACAN
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Fuel planning for IFR / what is the consumption based on
All aircraft shall carry sufficient usable fuel, considering all meteorological factors and mission requirements as computed below:
1. If alternate is not required, fuel to fly from takeoff to destination airfield, plus a reserve of 10 percent of planned fuel requirements.
2. If alternate is required, fuel to fly from takeoff to the approach fix serving destination and thence to an alternate airfield, plus a reserve of 10 percent of planned fuel requirements.
3. In no case shall the planned fuel reserve after final landing at destination or alternate airfield, if one is required, be less than that needed for 20 minutes of flight, computed as follows:
Turbine-powered helicopters and tiltrotors. Compute fuel consumption based on operation at planned flight altitude.
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When Shall position lights be on per CNAF
[H: Don`t just think about the time]
Now give the three other times Pos lights should be on?
Standard position lights shall be displayed during the period 30 minutes before official sunset until 30 minutes after official sunrise or when the prevailing visibility as seen from the cockpit is less than 3 statute miles.
1.)Immediately before engine start and anytime the engine(s) is running.
2. When the aircraft is being towed unless the aircraft is otherwise illuminated.
3. When an aircraft is parked and likely to cause a hazard unless the aircraft is otherwise illuminated or marked with obstruction lights.
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When should Landing and Taxing Lights be on?
Landing/taxi lights should be utilized for all taxi movements ashore during the hours of darkness unless a taxi signalman is directing the aircraft. Use of those lights during landing approaches (both day and night) within class B, C, or D airspace is recommended when meteorological conditions permit.
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Second Pilot
Complete the requirements for and possess to an advanced degree the knowledge, level of skill, and capabilities required of a third pilot.
2. Have pilot time in class and model as required by the commanding officer or higher authority and demonstrate a high level of skill in the following:
3. Possess a current instrument rating.
4. Demonstrate ability to direct and train officers and enlisted personnel of the flight crew.
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Who shall it be determined by if a flight above 10,000 feet is mission essential / how long are we allowed to be above 10k / what’s the max Alt
it shall be determined that it is mission essential by the CO/OIC or mission commander for flight altitude to exceed 10,000 feet. Time above 10,000 feet without supplemental oxygen shall not exceed one hour and altitude shall not exceed 13,000 feet.
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Suits ask about
Antiexposure suits — Final determination with regard to actual wearing of antiexposure suits shall be made by the commanding officer (CO) or officer in charge (OIC) of the aviation unit concerned. The decision will be based on an operational risk management (ORM) analysis and take all pertinent factors into account (e.g., class aircraft, type and duration of assigned mission, ambient cockpit temperatures and environment factors, suit wearability, combat versus noncombat environment, availability of SAR resources, and ALSS accessible to all personnel onboard the aircraft); refer to Figure 8-1. The latest available type continuouswear or quick-donning antiexposure suits, as appropriate, shall be provided for flight personnel of naval aircraft when in the event of a mishap there would be a significant risk of water entry and when either of the following two conditions prevail:
a. The water temperature is 50 °F or below.
b. The outside air temperature (OAT) is 32 °F or below (based on the wind chill factor corrected temperature (see Figure 8-2).
1 SEPTEMBER 2023
8-2 CNAF M-3710.7
Note • Actual determination as to when anti-exposure suits must be worn by flight personnel shall be determined by the CO or OIC. However, it is strongly recommended that anti-exposure suit use be mandatory when either of the above two criteria are met. The threat of lethal cold shock is very significant under these conditions and occurs within the first two to three minutes following immersion.
• Flight personnel have the option to wear the provided anti-exposure suits as a personal decision whenever they deem circumstances merit their use.
• Rescue swimmers shall not be deployed unless equipped with anti-exposure protection when water temperature is 60 °F or below and/or OAT is wind
chill factor corrected at 32 °F or below.
c. If the water temperature is between 50 °F and 60 °F, the CO or OIC of the unit concerned must determine whether anti-exposure suits are necessary and when they are to be provided (Figure 8-1 ) using ORM analysis based on SAR factors as follows:
(1) Assess maximum probable rescue time (which is a function of mission distance, SAR equipment, and SAR location).
(2) Determine the lowest water temperature in the mission area during the time period of flight.
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Life raft requirements
On overwater flights the number of persons in an aircraft shall not exceed capacity of the liferafts carried except as dictated by operational necessity.
Liferafts of sufficient capacity to accommodate passengers and crew shall be provided in all aircraft when there would be a significant risk of water entry in the event of a mishap. Officers in tactical command may waive this provision during troop movements between sea and shore when they deem it appropriate and adequate SAR resources are available. Waiver decision will be based on ORM analysis.
