Army Aircraft Accident Classification

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Define an Army Aircraft Flight Accident.

An accident where there is aircraft damage with intent for flight exists, with power (throttle) and prior to full stop of aircraft.

Define an Army Aircraft Flight-Related Accident.

An accident where there is a fatality, injury to crew, or other property damage with intent for flight exists, with power to engine (throttle) and prior to full stop of aircraft.

Define an Army Aircraft Ground Accident.

Where there is damage with no intent to fly but engine is operating (engine run).

Define Intent for flight IAW DA PAM 385-40.

When forward movement of aircraft at takeoff with Power (throttle) until complete stop of aircraft. Signup and view all the answers

What are the 5 causational factors of Human error in an accident?

Support, Standards, Training, Leadership, Individual. Signup and view all the answers

What is a DA Form 7305?

ARNG Telephonic notification of Aviation Air accident form. Signup and view all the answers

What is a DA Form 7306?

ARNG Telephonic notification of Aviation Ground accident form. Signup and view all the answers

When must a telephonic notification be reported on a 7305/7306?

Immediately on all Class A & B accidents, class C aviation accidents, and class R accidents regardless of the cause. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for reporting the incident to the ARNG Watch?

State JOCs utilizing the SIR form. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an Army Accident?

An unplanned event, or series of events, which results in injury or damage related to Army operations. Signup and view all the answers

What inclusions are there for ARNG Army Accidents?

Injury to ARNG personnel in a NON-Duty status, all fatalities regardless of cause. Signup and view all the answers

What is not an Army Accident and not reportable through army channels?

Combat losses caused by the enemy, malfunctions of parts designed to wear out, planned damage, vandalism, deliberate damage, etc. Signup and view all the answers

What lists what is not an Army Accident?

AR 385-10 para 3-7. Signup and view all the answers

Is traveling to and from work on or off duty?

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between compulsory and voluntary PT?

Compulsory (mandated) is on-duty, voluntary is off-duty. Signup and view all the answers

Are lunch breaks part of on-duty or off-duty status?

False Signup and view all the answers

Class A Accident defined:

Cost: >= $2 million; Fatality or permanent total disability; Army aircraft destroyed, missing, or abandoned. Signup and view all the answers

What is the UAS Class A caveat?

UAS accidents that are complete loss are based on the total cost of repair/replacement. Signup and view all the answers

Class B accident defined:

Cost: < $2 million and >= $500K; Permanent partial disability; 3 or more PAX hospitalized as inpatient. Signup and view all the answers

Class C accident defined as:

Cost: < $500K and >= $50K; Causes 1 or more days away from work. Signup and view all the answers

Class D accident defined as:

Cost: = $20K; Includes restricted work, transfer to another job, medical treatment beyond first aid. Signup and view all the answers

Class E accident defined as:

Cost: < $20K and >= $5K; can be aviation or ground. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Army Aircraft Flight Accidents

An Army Aircraft Flight Accident involves aircraft damage during an intended flight, with engine power applied, before a complete stop occurs.

An Army Aircraft Flight-Related Accident includes fatalities, crew injuries, or property damage while operating under the intention to fly, with power applied before the aircraft stops.

Army Aircraft Ground Accidents

An Army Aircraft Ground Accident occurs when there is damage without the intent to fly, although the aircraft's engine is running.

Intent for Flight

Defined as the forward movement of an aircraft during takeoff with throttle engaged until it comes to a complete stop.

Causational Factors of Human Error

Factors contributing to human error in accidents include support, standards, training, leadership, and individual behavior.

DA Forms for Accident Reporting

DA Form 7305: Used for telephonic notification of aviation air accidents within the ARNG.
DA Form 7306: Used for telephonic notification of aviation ground accidents within the ARNG.

Telephonic Notification Requirements

Telephonic notifications on Forms 7305 and 7306 must be reported immediately for all Class A & B accidents, Class C aviation accidents, and all Class R accidents, regardless of cause.

Reporting Responsibilities

The State JOC is responsible for reporting incidents to the ARNG Watch using the SIR form.

Definition of an Army Accident

An Army Accident refers to unplanned events resulting in:
- Injuries to active Army military personnel on or off duty
- Damage to Army property
- Damage/injury to non-Army property or personnel caused by Army operations
- Occupational illnesses or injuries to Army personnel

Inclusions for ARNG Army Accidents

Any injury to ARNG personnel in non-duty status must be reported if it affects work capabilities. All fatalities must be reported regardless of cause.

Exceptions to Army Accident Reporting

Non-reportable incidents include combat losses, ordinary wear and tear, planned damage, vandalism, self-harm, specific diseases, and natural causes of death.

Reference for Non-Accident Listings

AR 385-10 para 3-7 outlines what is not classified as an Army Accident.

Duty Status Considerations

Travel to and from work is categorized as off duty.
Compulsory PT is considered on-duty, while voluntary PT is off-duty.
Lunch breaks and work-related breaks are classified as on-duty status.

Classification of Accidents

Class A Accident: Cost ≥ $2 million, includes fatalities or permanent total disabilities.
UAS Class A caveat: Complete loss accidents are assessed by total repair/replacement costs.
Class B Accident: Cost between $500K and $2 million, includes permanent partial disabilities and hospitalization.
Class C Accident: Cost between $50K and $500K, results in lost work days beyond the initial incident.
Class D Accident: Costs approximately $20K, may include restricted work or medical treatment requirements.
Class E Accident: Costs between $5K and $20K, can involve aviation or ground incidents.

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