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Air Assault School Phase I & II Exam ALL
350 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
Air Assault School, Phase I
1. What is the maximum allowable slope for a landing zone (LZ) for a UH-60 during daytime
operations?
A. 5 degrees
B. 7 degrees
C. 10 degrees ✅
D. 15 degrees
Rationale: A slope of up to 10 degrees is permissible for UH-60 landings during daytime;
steeper slopes increase the risk of rollover.
2. What is the minimum number of personnel required to establish an HLZ control team?
A. 2
B. 3 ✅
C. 4
D. 5
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Rationale: Three personnel are needed: one signaler, one safety observer, and one
communicator to control aircraft safely.
3. What is the standard procedure for securing a sling load prior to pickup?
A. Only tie one knot
B. Use ropes only
C. Inspect all connections and attach at rated lift points ✅
D. Load without inspection
Rationale: Proper inspection and attachment at rated lift points ensures safety and prevents
sling load accidents.
4. What is the correct hand signal to indicate "cut" to the pilot?
A. Wave both arms above head
B. Cross arms above head ✅
C. Wave one arm horizontally
D. Point down at ground
Rationale: Crossing arms above the head signals the pilot to release the load immediately.
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5. What is the minimum safe distance from the main rotor blade when walking near a running
helicopter?
A. 5 feet
B. 10 feet
C. 15 feet ✅
D. 20 feet
Rationale: Maintaining at least 15 feet from main rotors reduces risk of severe injury from rotor
strikes.
6. Which aircraft is primarily used for light air assault operations and reconnaissance?
A. CH-47
B. UH-60
C. AH-6/MH-6 ✅
D. LUH-72A
Rationale: AH-6/MH-6 Little Birds are used for light assault, reconnaissance, and special
operations insertion.
7. What is the proper method to approach a helicopter from the uphill side in mountainous
terrain?
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A. From the tail
B. From any side
C. From the downhill/front side ✅
D. Directly over the rotor
Rationale: Approaching from downhill/front avoids rotor strikes and maintains control of
movement in uneven terrain.
8. What is the purpose of an Air Assault reconnaissance?
A. Load fuel for aircraft
B. Deliver supplies
C. Evaluate terrain, LZ suitability, and enemy presence ✅
D. Conduct parachute drops
Rationale: Reconnaissance ensures LZs are safe, terrain is suitable, and no enemy threats are
present.
9. How should personnel carry gear when approaching a running helicopter?
A. On the shoulder
B. Low and centered ✅
C. High above head
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Air Assault School Phase I & II Exam ALL
350 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
Air Assault School, Phase I
1. What is the maximum allowable slope for a landing zone (LZ) for a UH-60 during daytime
operations?
A. 5 degrees
B. 7 degrees
C. 10 degrees ✅
D. 15 degrees
Rationale: A slope of up to 10 degrees is permissible for UH-60 landings during daytime;
steeper slopes increase the risk of rollover.
2. What is the minimum number of personnel required to establish an HLZ control team?
A. 2
B. 3 ✅
C. 4
D. 5
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Rationale: Three personnel are needed: one signaler, one safety observer, and one
communicator to control aircraft safely.
3. What is the standard procedure for securing a sling load prior to pickup?
A. Only tie one knot
B. Use ropes only
C. Inspect all connections and attach at rated lift points ✅
D. Load without inspection
Rationale: Proper inspection and attachment at rated lift points ensures safety and prevents
sling load accidents.
4. What is the correct hand signal to indicate "cut" to the pilot?
A. Wave both arms above head
B. Cross arms above head ✅
C. Wave one arm horizontally
D. Point down at ground
Rationale: Crossing arms above the head signals the pilot to release the load immediately.
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5. What is the minimum safe distance from the main rotor blade when walking near a running
helicopter?
A. 5 feet
B. 10 feet
C. 15 feet ✅
D. 20 feet
Rationale: Maintaining at least 15 feet from main rotors reduces risk of severe injury from rotor
strikes.
6. Which aircraft is primarily used for light air assault operations and reconnaissance?
A. CH-47
B. UH-60
C. AH-6/MH-6 ✅
D. LUH-72A
Rationale: AH-6/MH-6 Little Birds are used for light assault, reconnaissance, and special
operations insertion.
7. What is the proper method to approach a helicopter from the uphill side in mountainous
terrain?
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A. From the tail
B. From any side
C. From the downhill/front side ✅
D. Directly over the rotor
Rationale: Approaching from downhill/front avoids rotor strikes and maintains control of
movement in uneven terrain.
8. What is the purpose of an Air Assault reconnaissance?
A. Load fuel for aircraft
B. Deliver supplies
C. Evaluate terrain, LZ suitability, and enemy presence ✅
D. Conduct parachute drops
Rationale: Reconnaissance ensures LZs are safe, terrain is suitable, and no enemy threats are
present.
9. How should personnel carry gear when approaching a running helicopter?
A. On the shoulder
B. Low and centered ✅
C. High above head
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