Sling Loads Flashcards
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Classifications of Sling Loads
Certified, Unique, Prohibited, suitable
Load Types
High Density, Low Density, Aerodynamic
Load Configurations
Single Point, Dual Point, Multiple Point, Tandem, Shotgun
UH-1 Iroquois (N/Y) Rated Capacity
5000 lbs
UH 1 Apex Restrictions
Can: Nylon, PRS, 11k CHRP, 10K potted eye
Can Not: Metal, 25k CHRP, 25k Potted Eye
UH 60 Rated Capacity
A Model: 8000 lbs
L Model: 9000 lbs
M Model: 9000 lbs
UH 60 Apex Restrictions
Can: 10k Apex with Spacer, 25k Apex without Spacer, PRS, 11k CHRP, Net Apex Fitting, Large Suspension Clevis
Can Not: Nylon, 10K Apex w/o Spacer, 25k Apex w/ Spacer, 25k CHRP, 25k Potted Eye
CH 47 Rated Capacity
26000 lbs
CH 47 Apex Requirements
Heaviest Load (Center)
Next heaviest (Forward)
Lightest (Aft)
CH 53E Rated Capacity
Max Lift Capacity: 32000 lbs
Hook Capacity: 36000 lbs
Never carry less than 6000 lbs
Maintain 60/40 weight ratio
CH 46 Rated Capacity
10000 lbs
CH 53E CH 46 and CH 47 Apex Restrictions
Any attachment point except Single Point Nylon
Basic Operations and Equipment
TM 4-48.09
Single Point Load Rigging Procedures
TM 4-48.10
Dual Point Load Rigging Procedures
TM 4-48.11
Rigging of Airdrop Platforms
TM 4-48.02
Pathfinder Operations
FM 3-21.38
Airborne and Air Assault Operations
FM 3-99
M-1288 GMV MIN/MAX Weights
7696 lbs/9960 lbs
ACL: 2264 lbs
GMV Link Count
6front/36 rear Single Point
3 front/35 rear Dual Point
What sling Set is used with the GMV?
25k Sling Set
M 1101 Trailer MIN/MAX Weights
Min: 1460 lbs
Max: 3400 lbs
ACL: 1940 lbs
Trailer Chain Link count
10K Sling set: 20 Front / 3 Back
25 K Sling Set: 17 Front / 3 Back
A22 Cargo Bag MIN/MAX Weights
MIN: 500 lbs
MAX: 2200 lbs
** Medium Suspension Clevis Only*