CDC 3E251 - Volume 4 Questions &
Answers
You are spotting AM-2 mat pallets around a mat laying area. To do this properly, you should
place them in the center of the runway at Correct Ans-4-foot intervals
When you install the required number of mats for the desired runway width, you should check
the alignment of AM-2 matting after Correct Ans-Laying each row
Why are AM-2 mats made to fit together with a loose fit? Correct Ans-Allows for expansion
of the base course and subgrade
When placing AM-2 matting, install typical key-locks at intervals of how many feet? Correct
Ans-100
When anchoring AM-2 matting, make the anchor ditch Correct Ans-18 to 24 inches deep and
cut it at a 15 degree to 30 degree angle
What is the FIRST step in DISASSEMBLING an AM-2 mat runway? Correct Ans-Cut all
splice plates
The Small Shelter System Tent can withstand steady wind loads of Correct Ans-50 knots
, When selecting a site for the Small Shelter System (SSS), how large MUST the area be?
Correct Ans-30 x 40 feet
How many types of liners does the Small Shelter System (SSS) tent use? Correct Ans-3
The environmental control unit should be approximately how many inches away from the Small
Shelter System (SSS) tent end wall? Correct Ans-12
When the shelter is placed in storage for a lengthy period, inspect it at Correct Ans-Six month
intervals
Inspect the Small Shelter System (SSS) tent electrical cable assemblies every Correct Ans-30
days
The purpose of revetments are to Correct Ans-Protect parked aircraft and essential facilities
What two types of pre-cast concrete revetments the Air Force is using to replace the A1 and B1
metal revetments? Correct Ans-Bitburg and concrete chamber soil bins
What is the MINIMUM amount of people required to erect an expandable bin revetment?
Correct Ans-2
While providing the same amount of protection as the old B-1 metal revetments, which is a
major advantage the expandable type has over it? Correct Ans-Reduced shipping weight
Answers
You are spotting AM-2 mat pallets around a mat laying area. To do this properly, you should
place them in the center of the runway at Correct Ans-4-foot intervals
When you install the required number of mats for the desired runway width, you should check
the alignment of AM-2 matting after Correct Ans-Laying each row
Why are AM-2 mats made to fit together with a loose fit? Correct Ans-Allows for expansion
of the base course and subgrade
When placing AM-2 matting, install typical key-locks at intervals of how many feet? Correct
Ans-100
When anchoring AM-2 matting, make the anchor ditch Correct Ans-18 to 24 inches deep and
cut it at a 15 degree to 30 degree angle
What is the FIRST step in DISASSEMBLING an AM-2 mat runway? Correct Ans-Cut all
splice plates
The Small Shelter System Tent can withstand steady wind loads of Correct Ans-50 knots
, When selecting a site for the Small Shelter System (SSS), how large MUST the area be?
Correct Ans-30 x 40 feet
How many types of liners does the Small Shelter System (SSS) tent use? Correct Ans-3
The environmental control unit should be approximately how many inches away from the Small
Shelter System (SSS) tent end wall? Correct Ans-12
When the shelter is placed in storage for a lengthy period, inspect it at Correct Ans-Six month
intervals
Inspect the Small Shelter System (SSS) tent electrical cable assemblies every Correct Ans-30
days
The purpose of revetments are to Correct Ans-Protect parked aircraft and essential facilities
What two types of pre-cast concrete revetments the Air Force is using to replace the A1 and B1
metal revetments? Correct Ans-Bitburg and concrete chamber soil bins
What is the MINIMUM amount of people required to erect an expandable bin revetment?
Correct Ans-2
While providing the same amount of protection as the old B-1 metal revetments, which is a
major advantage the expandable type has over it? Correct Ans-Reduced shipping weight
