What is NATOPS? - ANSWER Naval Air instruction and Operating Procedures
Standardization; a standardized manual for instruction in maintenance and
flying operations.
When and why was NATOPS established? - Answer 1961. To improve combat
preparedness and significantly reduce naval aircraft disasters.
What number of aircraft did the USN/USMC lose in 1950? - Answer 776.
What was the first standardized program, and when was it created? - ANSWER
Naval Aviation Maintenance Programme (NAMP), 1959
What was the second standardized program, developed in 1961? - ANSWER
Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS); trained freshly assigned aircrew/aircraft
mechanics into the quirks of certain aircraft.
When are the most dangerous times for maintenance and personnel? -
ANSWER During engine startup, operation, and shutdown.
What is the first step in NATOPS? - ANSWER Before starting the engine: The
wheels will be chocked, and the parking brake will be set.
What is the second step in NATOPS? - ANSWER Intake screens must be
mounted on jet aircraft, if applicable.
What is the third step in NATOPS? - ANSWER Before the start of the jet
engine, the intakes and surrounding ground/deck must be inspected for the
presence of foreign objects.
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