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What reference covers sling load basic operations and equipment?

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TM 4-48.09

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What reference covers rigging of the A22 Cargo Bag?

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TM 4-48.09

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What reference covers rigging of the 5k and 10k cargo nets?

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TM 4-48.09

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What reference covers single point sling loads?

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TM 4-48.10

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What reference covers dual point sling loads?

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TM 4-48.11

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What reference covers Pathfinder Operations?

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FM 3-21.38

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What reference covers the airdrop of supplies and equipment and rigging airdrop platforms?

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FM 4-48.02

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What reference covers use of the black and silver load binders, and the 15-foot tie down strap?

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FM 4-20.102

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In what three references can you find the Link Count Conversion Chart?

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  1. TM 4-48.09 Appendix C
  2. TM 4-48.10 Appendix B
  3. TM 4-48.11 Appendix B
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What configuration is this?

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Choked

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What configuration is this?

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Basket

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What configuration is this?

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Vertical

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What are the two acceptable hook sequences when rigging the 5k or 10k cargo nets?

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1, 3, 2, 4

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1, 3, 4, 2

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What is the correct link count when rigging the 5k Cargo Net OR 10k Cargo Net with a 10k Sling Set?

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3 Links

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What is the correct link count when rigging the 5k Cargo Net OR 10k Cargo Net with a 25k Sling Set?

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3 Links

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When rigging the 5k or 10k Cargo Net, what are the two authorized points of attachment to the Net Apex Fitting?

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  1. Chain from a Sling Leg

OR

  1. Large Suspension Clevis
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When rigging the 5k or 10k Cargo net, what is the only authorized POA to a pendant configuration?

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Large Suspension Clevis

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If placing 6 sling legs onto an Apex Fitting, from left to right, what is the sequence?

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1, 3, 5, 6, 4, 2

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What are the minimum and maximum load weights when rigging the A-22 Cargo Bag?

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Minimum: 500 lbs
Maximum: 2,200 lbs

*ACL = 1,700 lbs (Difference between full and minimum required weight.)

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What is the correct link count when rigging the A-22 Cargo Bag with a 10k Sling Set?

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3 Links

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What is the correct link count when rigging the A-22 Cargo Bag with a 25k Sling Set?

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3 Links

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What is the only size Suspension Clevis authorized for the A22 Cargo Bag?

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Medium

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What is the advantage of using the Cargo Hook Reach Pendant?

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It removes the need for a static discharge man and the aircraft is able to hover at a higher distance over the load.

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What three ways do you clean a Cargo Hook Reach Pendant?

How should it be stored?

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  1. Use warm water and mild dish or laundry detergent to clean.
  2. Use varsol/mineral spirits to clean grease.
  3. The top and bottom eyes may be treated with silicone spray.

*DO NOT use silicone spray on the reach tube.

Store in a clean, dry area out of direct sunlight.

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What are the minimum and maximum load weights when rigging the M-1101 High Mobility Trailer?
Minimum: 1,460 lbs Maximum: 3,400 lbs *ACL = 1,940 lbs (Difference between full and empty.)
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What is the correct link count when rigging the M-1101 High Mobility Trailer with a 10k Sling Set?
Front: 20 links Rear: 3 links
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What is the correct link count when rigging the M-1101 High Mobility Trailer with a 25k Sling Set?
Front: 17 links Rear: 5 links
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What are the minimum and maximum load weights when rigging the M-1097 HMMWV?
Minimum: 5,600 lbs Maximum: 10,000 lbs *ACL = 6,400 lbs (Difference between full and empty.)
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What is the correct link count when rigging the M-1097 HMMWV in SINGLE POINT and DOUBLE POINT configuration?
Front: 60 links Rear: 10 links
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Who are the three elements involved in sling load operations?
1. Supported Unit 2. Supporting Unit 3. Receiving Unit
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Who and when must the supported unit coordinate for sling load operations?
With the supporting unit and receiving unit NLT 24 hours prior.
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What responsibility does all three units share?
Ensuring the load is not above the aircraft ACL.
33
Who provides the sling load equipment necessary and actually rigs the load?
Supported Unit
34
What are the three types of loads?
1. High Density 2. Low Density 3. Aerodynamic
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What type of load is the most stable?
High Density
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What does MEL mean?
Maximum External Load
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What is the Allowable Cargo Load (ACL) based on?
TAPAHAT 1. Type of Aircraft 2. Age of Airframe 3. Pilot Experience 4. Altitude Above Sea Level 5. Humidity 6. Aviation Unit 7. SOP Temperature
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What is the cargo hook rated capacity of the UH-1N and UH-1Y?
5,000 lbs
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What points of attachment are certified on UH-1 aircraft? *Hint: (x4)
1. Nylon (3-ft Apex Ring) 2. Polyester Round Sling 3. 11k CHRP 4. 10k Potted Eye
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What points of attachment are not certified on UH-1 aircraft? *Hint: (x3)
1. Metal 2. 25k CHRP 3. 25k Potted Eye
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What is the cargo hook rated capacity of the UH-60A?
8,000 lbs
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What is the cargo hook rated capacity of the UH-60L and UH-60M?
9,000 lbs
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What points of attachment are certified on UH-60 aircraft? *Hint: (x7)
1. Polyester Round Sling 2. 10k Apex Fitting with Spacer 3. 25k Apex Fitting w/o Spacer 4. 11k CHRP 5. 10k Potted Eye 6. Net Apex Fitting 7. Large Suspension Clevis
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What points of attachment are not certified on UH-60 aircraft? *Hint: (x5)
1. Nylon 2. 10k Apex Fitting w/o Spacer 3. 25k Apex Fitting with Spacer 4. 25k CHRP 5. 25k Potted Eye
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What is the center cargo hook rated capacity of the CH-47?
26,000 lbs
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What are the fore and aft cargo hook rated capacities if used separately?
17,000 lbs
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What is the fore and aft cargo hook rated capacity if used together?
25,000 lbs
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What points of attachment are certified on the CH-47?
Everything EXCEPT single point nylon.
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What are the responsibilites of the supported unit? *Hint: (x4)
1. Advance coordination with the supporting unit NLT 24 hours prior. 2. Actual rigging of the loads. 3. Furnishing sling load equipment required. 4. Ensure that loads fall within ACL and are properly rigged.
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What are the responsibilities of the supporting unit? *Hint: (x4)
1. Provide assistance in return of sling load equipment. 2. Advise on load limitations. 3. Advise on LZ/PZs. 4. Ensure that loads fall within ACL.
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What are the responsibilities of the receiving unit? *Hint: (x4)
1. Select, prepare, and control the LZ including comms. 2. Receive and de-rig the load. 3. Ensure proper supervision of de-rigging. 4. Provide return of lifting equipment.
52
T/F: The center hook on the CH-47 cannot be ground released?
True
53
What aircraft can accept multiple single-point loads?
CH-47
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What order should multiple single-point loads going to the same location be attached to a CH-47?
1. Heaviest on center hook. 2. Mid-weight on forward hook. 3. Lightest on rear hook.
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What order should multiple single-point loads going to different locations be attached to a CH-47?
1. First and lightest on forward hook. 2. Second and mid-weight on rear hook. 3. Last and heaviest on center hook.
56
What reference covers airborne and air assault operations?
FM 3-99
57
What reference contains the Damage Criteria Chart?
TM 4-48.09 Chapter 6
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What reference covers Hand and Arm signals?
TM 4-48.09 Appendix A
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What reference covers the Static Discharge Wand?
TM 4-48.09 Appendix D
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