Pathfinder Written Sling Load Exam Questions 2024 Marking Scheme

Pathfinder Written Sling Load Exam Questions 2024 Marking Scheme Which reference covers Basic Sling Load Operations and Equipment? - Answer -TM 4-48.09 Which reference covers Single Point Sling Load Rigging Procedures? - Answer -TM 4-48.10 Which reference covers Dual Point Sling Load Rigging Procedures? - Answer -TM 4-48.11 Which reference covers Pathfinder Operations? - Answer -FM 3-21.38 Which reference covers Airdrop Platform Rigging Procedures? - Answer -FM 4-20.102 What are the four elements involved in sling load operations? - Answer -Supported Unit Supporting Unit Receiving Unit Pathfinder Unit The unit whose equipment will be moved is the _______. - Answer -Supported Unit The aviation unit that will fly the load(s) is the _______. - Answer -Supporting Unit An internal element of the supported unit who de-rigs the load is the _______. - Answer -Receiving Unit Subject matter experts in all aspects of sling load operations; can be a part of the three other units involved. - Answer -Pathfinder Unit What is the ACL? - Answer -Allowable Cargo Load What is the latest a supported unit should conduct coordinations w/ the supporting unit? - Answer -NLT 24 hours prior to mission Pathfinders provide expertise in the planning and execution of both _____ and _____ operations. - Answer -PZ and HLZ What are the three types of loads? - Answer -High Density Low Density Aerodynamic These loads have a greater weight to surface area ratio; most preferred and stable load/ - Answer -High Density Load These loads offer the least stability and are the least preferred. - Answer -Low Density Load This load is unstable until streamlined. - Answer -Aerodynamic Load What is the MEL? - Answer -Maximum External Load What is the ACL based on? - Answer -The type of aircraft Age of the airframe Pilot Experience Altitude above sea level Humidity Aviation unit's SOP Temperature What is the cargo hook tensile strength of the UH-1N/Y? - Answer -5000 lbs What are allowable POA for the UH-1N/Y? - Answer -Nylon POA (Donut Ring) 11K Cargo Hook Reach Pendant Polyester Round Sling