The Sabalauski Air Assault School Phase 1 Study Guide 2022/2023 Already Passed

The Sabalauski Air Assault School Phase 1 Study Guide 2022/2023 Already Passed What is the allowable cargo load of the LUH—72A in its normal configuration when used for MEDEVAC operations? 2 litter, 1 medic or 5 ambulatory What is the primary use for the CH-47 when used for CASEVAC missions? Mass Casualty Evacuation What is the crew of a LUH-72A when not being used for MEDEVAC operations? 4 - pilot, co pilot, crew chief, and in flight medic What is the total length of the high-performance utility hoist? 256 feet When used for CASEVAC operations, what is the (ACL) for the CH-47 Litter - 24, Ambulatory - 31 If the obstacle on approach route is 8 meters tall and The obstacle on the departure route is 10 meters tall of your PZ/LZ, what is the unusable Space for the departure route 100 meters What reference material covers LZ/PZ Operations? FM 3-21.38 What are the dimensions of the reference lights that mark an additional touchdown point for cargo aircraft? 10m x 10m What is the first step in HLZ setup (LZ/PZ ops)? Establish control facilities What size landing point is required for a CH-47 w/ a long line during nighttimeops? Size 7 Why must your sleeves be rolled down when working on aircraft? To protect against flying debris/flash fires What reference material covers Aircraft Safety? FM 3-99 In the acronym DROP what does the R mean? Reduce unnecessary gear What are the three portions of the aircraft must be avoided? Main & Tail rotor blades, cargo hook (static electricity) In case of fire, when should you exit the aircraft? Immediately Define Air Assault operations Movement of friendly assault forces by rotary wing aircraft to engage enemy forces or to seize key terrain. What is chalk/load defined as personnel or equipment designated to a specific aircraft What are the 6 factors that determine abort criteria? Weather, Available Aircraft, Time, Mission Essential Combat Power, Mission Criticality, Enemy What are the components of an Air Route? Start point, release point, air control point, flight path What are the three terrain flight modes? NAP of the Earth, Contour, Low Level What reference material covers Aircraft Orientation? FM 3-04 What is the cruise speed of the AH-6J/MH-6J? 135 knots What is the reference material that covers aircraft orientation FM 3-04 What is the maximum airspeed of the AH- knots Max ACL for the MV-22 w/out seats? 32 PAX What is the proper angle to approach the LUH-72A w/ engines running? 45 degree angle from the front What is the crash position of the LUH-72A? Sit up right/muzzle pointed down How far will you move away from the aircraft after crashing? 100 meters Average gallons per hour on the AH-64? 175 gallons What reference material covers aircraft safety? FM-399 What are the 4 basic AEROMEDEVAC missions/capabilities? (DAME) delivery of whole blood and biological, air crash rescue, movement of medical personnel, Evacuation of selected casualties How many emergency exits are there on a CH-47? 10, All windows The UH-60 comes equipped w/ how many first aid kits? 3 How many fire extinguishers are on the UH-60? 2 What reference material covers Aeromedical Evacuation? ATP 4-02.2 ACL for combat equip. troops for the CH-46E? 24 What is the flight time of the AH-64? 2 hrs. 30 mins. Or 260km What is the cruise speed of the UH-60? 120 - 145 knots What is the max speed of the Ch-47? 170 knots What are the missions of the LUH-72A? Homeland Security, Drug Interdiction, General Support, MEDEVAC Which flying landing formation is most secure? Diamond The inverted Y consists of four lights, what are they called? Directional, Base light, Left/Right Stem light What are the 3 phases of LZ/PZ Operations? Selecting, Marking, Controlling When utilizing NATO T, how many lights are used to mark the touchdown point? 5 lights What was the Army's first MEDEVAC Helicopter? "Angle of Mercy", OH-13 Sioux What are the 5 stages in the reverse planning sequence Staging, loading, air movement, landing, and ground tactical plan What aircraft is known as the "angle of mercy" OH-13 Sioux What is the lowest level that can coordinate an Air Assault Operation? Battalion What three items must you have when working around aircraft? ID Tags, ID Card, Ear Protection What is the primary use for the Kendricks Extrication Device? Casualty w/ suspected spinal injury How many phases are there for PZ/LZ operations 3 phases What two categories of factors should you take into consideration when setting up a PZ/LZ? Tactical/Technical Consideration Factors What is the fifth technical consideration factor for the selection phase? Approach & Departure Routes What Size TDP(Takeoff Decision Point) is suitable for the MV-22? Size 4 (80m) When dealing with obstacles what are the four R's Remove, reduce, red, radio The ____ formation is the least secure flying and landing formation Trail The _____ is a wind direction w/in 45 degrees left or right of a land heading. Prevailing headwinds The NATO T will be utilized if the aircraft is approaching from _____ above ground level or higher. 500 feet Whenever atmospheric conditions increase, the aircraft performance will be decreased and the _____ will be reduced. Allowable Cargo Load (ACL) What two chem light colors should you never use when working a LZ/PZ? Green and Blue T/F: All aircraft can land if the ground slope is between 8 and 15 degrees. False, 7 and below for all aircraft. 8 and 15 heavy cargo loads w/ advisory. T/F: Establish Control Facilities is the third step when establishing a HLZ(Helicopter Landing Zone). False, its first. T/F: You must use the 10:1 obstacle ratio for the left/right sides of your PZ/LZ. False T/F: The clock method is always from the signal person's perspective. False, it's from the pilot's. T/F: If prevailing winds are 10 knots or less the aircraft can land into a crosswind. False, 9 knots or less. Name two of the four information systems. Blue Force Tackers (BFT), Nett Warrior, Army Battle Command System, Combat Net Radios What is the primary mission of the AH-64? Anti-Armor What is a BUMP plan? Ensure the most essential personnel & equipment arrive on time at the objective. What is the primary use of the Sked Rescue System? Ground/Water evacuation What is a mission of the AH-6J/MH-6J? Close air support, infiltration, and exfiltration for Special Operations Forces. What is the flight time of the Ch- 47 D/F Chinook? 2hrs, 30 min T/F: The primary mission for the UH-60 A/L/M is Air Assault & Air Movement and CASEVAC. True What is the ACL (combat equip. troops) for the UH-60 A/L/M w/out seats? 16 pax T/F: Air Assault units are the only units that are capable of executing an Air Assault Operation. False, any unit can. A _____ is defined as personnel and equipment designed to be moved by a specific aircraft Chalk Define command and control The exercise of authority by a properly designated commander over assigned and attached forces in the accomplishment of a mission. In a water landing, when would you exit the aircraft? Once the Aircraft stops rolling and rotor blades stop moving What three factors affects the aircraft's capabilities? (HAT) Humidity, Altitude, Temperature What does ACP stand for in reference to Air Routes? Air Control Point T/F: Assault Forces must be prepared for presence of opposition only on the objective. False What is the air transport of units, personnel, supplies, and equip. including air drops and air landing while utilizing cargo rotary wing aircraft? Air Movement Operations What is an evac. performed by dedicated, standardized medical evac. platforms, w/ medical professionals who provide the timely, efficient movement & enroot care of the wounded, injured, or ill persons from the battlefield and/or other locations to MTFs? MEDEVAC How many emergency exits are on the LUH-72A? 4 emergency exits T/F: The AH-64E Apache primary mission is casualty evac. False, anti-armor. Who is the first recipient of the Air Assault Badge? Major James Dailey T/F: The crew of the CH-53 is 5. True T/F: Line 3 in the AEROMEDEVAC covers number of patients by type. False, by precedence. What are the three portions of a rotary wing aircraft that you must avoid at all times? Main Rotor Blades, tail rotor blade, and cargo hook. The ____ is a location where you can maintain communication with the aircraft, have total overview of the LZ/PZ, and are able to see upcoming traffic. Control facility T/F: The ACL for the basic rigged litter is 400lbs True What are the five stages of the reverse planning sequence? Landing plan, air movement plan, loading plan, ground tactical plan, and staging plan. What is the average gallon per hour for an unarmed OH-58? 44 gallons Air Routes are commonly marked with a: Starting Point, Release Point, Air Control Point, Flight Path What is the proper angle to approach the UH-60? 90 degrees from the side T/F: You must roll your sleeve down when working around rotary wing aircraft for uniformity and protection, added stability and protection from the rotor blade and static electricity. False (must have sleeves up) T/F: An armed escort is required for the CH-47 during CASEVAC. True How many fire extinguishers are on the LUH-72A? 1 T/F: There are 11 NATO approved flying/landing formations. False, there are 9. Which CAB has more robust fire power capabiliy? CAB heavy What does ROZ stand for? Restricted Operating Zone