Tow Test Flashcards
Center of gravity must not be aft of what?
37% MAC
Center of gravity must not be aft of what?
37% MAC
Do not tow without what installed in the steering metering valve?
steering bypass key
When can you tow an aircraft with flat or underinflated tires?
when clearing a runway or taxiway that needs to be expedited
To clear a runway or taxiway, the aircraft may be towed with how many blown tires?
You may tow with one or two blown tires on the main gear. Limit speeds to 3-5 mph regardless of the positions of the blown tires.
What is the maximum towing speed?
Towing speed will not exced that of walking team members. Maximum towing speed is 5 mph.
When can a tow team supervisor ride in a tow tractor?
when the aircraft is being towed on taxiways where established taxi lines are marked and adquate clearance available
What tow bar is approved for use?
tow bar F71136-500 only
What could result if using a non-approved tow bar such as a universal or 707 tow bar?
Damage to the nose landing gear could result
Who has overall responsibility for ensuring the tow operation is completed safely?
tow supervisor
Where should a wing walker position himself?
Wing walkers will maintain a position forward of the direction of travel of wing tip, no more than 15 feet forward, aft, or outboard of wingtip and maintain a direct line of sight with the tow team supervisor
Where should a tail walker be?
Tail walkers will maintain a direct line of sight with tow supervisor and maintain a position aft area of the aircrat that allows the best possible view of obstructions
Do not tow without what installed in the steering metering valve?
steering bypass key
When can you tow an aircraft with flat or underinflated tires?
when clearing a runway or taxiway that needs to be expedited
What should the reserve brake pressure not fall below while the aircraft is moving?
3,000 psi
What is the maximum towing speed?
Towing speed will not exced that of walking team members. Maximum towing speed is 5 mph.
When can a tow team supervisor ride in a tow tractor?
when the aircraft is being towed on taxiways where established taxi lines are marked and adquate clearance available
What tow bar is approved for use?
tow bar F71136-500 only
What could result if using a non-approved tow bar such as a universal or 707 tow bar?
Damage to the nose landing gear could result
Who has overall responsibility for ensuring the tow operation is completed safely?
tow supervisor
Where should a wing walker position himself?
Wing walkers will maintain a position forward of the direction of travel of wing tip, no more than 15 feet forward, aft, or outboard of wingtip and maintain a direct line of sight with the tow team supervisor
Where should a tail walker be?
Tail walkers will maintain a direct line of sight with tow supervisor and maintain a position aft area of the aircrat that allows the best possible view of obstructions
when should wing and tail walkers notify the tow supervisor of obstructions?
within 15 feet of any obstruction
Who has authorization to stop a tow?
Anybody
