CNAF CH 1-3 Flashcards
(42 cards)
(CNAF) Define WARNING
Explanatory information about an operating procedure, practice, or condition, etc. that may result in injury, death, or loss of aircraft if not carefully observed or followed
(CNAF CH1) Define CAUTION
Explanatory information about an operating procedure, practice, or condition, etc. that may result in damage to equipment if not carefully observed or followed.
(CNAF CH1) Define Note
Explanatory information about an operating procedure, practice, or condition, etc. that must be empahized
(CNAF CH1) Define SHALL
used only when application of a procedure is mandatory.
(CNAF) Define SHOULD
used only when application of a procedure is recommended
(CNAF) Define MAY and NEED NOT
used only when application of a procedure is optional
(CNAF) Define WILL
indicates futurity and never indicates any degree of requirement for application of a procedure
(CNAF) Define LAND IMMEDIATELY
means execute a landing without delay
(CNAF) Define “Land as soon as possible”
means land at the first site at which a safe landing can be made.
(CNAF) Define “Land as soon as Practicable”
means extended flight is not recommended. The landing site and duration of flight are at the discretion of the pilot in command
(CNAF 1.3.3.1) Naval aircraft shall be operated in accordance with applicable provisions of FAR, PART 91, except when:
a. Where this manual prescribes more stringent requirements. B. Where exemptions or authorization issued to the DON/DOD permit deviation from FAR.
(CNAF 2.7.2.1) Define NATOPS Evaluation
An evaluation of individual pilot or crewmember, consisting of an open book examination, a closed book examination, oral examination, and an evaluation flight (aircraft or simulator).
(CNAF 2.7.2.1) Define “Standardization Evaluation”
An evaluation conducted by the NATOPS evaluator for the purpose of measuring the knowledge and instructing capabilities of a NATOPS Instructor or Evaluator. This evaluation may be performed coincident with any annual NATOPS evaluation.
(CNAF 2.7.2.1) Define “Qualified”
That degree of standardization demonstrated by a very reliable flight crewmember who has a good knowledge of standard operating procedures and thorough understanding of aircraft capabilities and limitations
(CNAF) Define “Conditionally Qualified”
That degree of standardization demonstrated by a flight crewmember who meets the minimum acceptable standards. The individual is considered safe enough to fly as pilot in command or to perform normal duties without supervision, but more practice is needed to become Qualified.
(CNAF) Define “Unqualified”
That degree of standardization demonstrated by a flight crewmember who fails to meet minimum acceptable criteria. The individual should receive supervised instruction until the individual has achieved a grade of Qualified or Conditionally Qualified.
(CNAF) Can military aircraft embark civilian law enforcement officials?
Embarkation of civilian LEOs is authorized for helicopters, tiltrotor, and non-ejection seat aircraft. SECNAVINST 5820.7 provides specific guidance for authorized missions
(CNAF 2.7.2.2) When can you renew your NATOPS evaluation? How long is it good for?
Evaluations can be accomplished within 60 days preceding expiration of a current qualification and will be valid for 12 months from the last day of the month in which the qualification expires. It will be valid
(CNAF 3.1.2) Give four examples of non-essential flights
a. Flights of a routine business nature for which commercial or other military transportation could be more economically substituted (B) Flights for any officer or group of officers, the sole purpose of which is the convenience and/or prestige fo the officer concerned and not the performance of official duties or accomplishment of bona fide training. (C) Repeated flights to the hometown area of flight personnel concerned. (D) Flights coinciding with major sports events or civic celebrations
(CNAF) Who can taxi a helicopter?
No one shall be permitted to taxi an aircraft except persons authorized to fly the aircraft or those specifically designated by their commanding officer as taxi pilots after appropriate training or checkout
(CNAF 3.4.3) COD (Carrier Onboard Delivery) overwater flights at night are authorized. The following (2) restrictions apply when carrying passengers
(1) Ship launches and recoveries shall be made during daylight hours. (2) Ship launches shall be conducted not less than 60 minutes prior to sunset. This time constraint may be waived to 30 minutes by the Strike Group Commander or Officer in Tactical Command (OTC).
(CNAF) Helicopter and Tiltrotor passenger overwater flights are authorized subject to the following (3) 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, Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Commander or Officer in Tactical Command (OTC) in cases of operational necessity.
(2) In cases of Medical Evacuations (MEDEVAC), 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 exercieses, VBSS level III ops, or SPECOPS training and operational missions
(CNAF 3.7.1.1) 3DMAW CG and his aide hop on your 53 and tell you to land at first base of Petco park. Can you?
YEUP: “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”
(CNAF 3.7.1.2) The commandant of the Marine Corps HIMSELF gets on board your aircraft, tells you to do a quick stop on the seventh hole of Torrey Pines. Can you?
Why the hell not “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 U.S. 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.”
