Rotorcraft External Load Operations

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App

Questions and Answers

What is the minimum experience required for a pilot to conduct banner towing operations for compensation or hire?

  • PPL and 100 hours PIC time
  • PPL and 200 hours PIC time
  • CPL and second class medical certificate (correct)
  • CPL and first class medical certificate

What is the primary purpose of the release control system in a banner towing aircraft?

  • To release the banner at a predetermined altitude
  • To control the speed of the banner
  • To prevent the banner from becoming entangled in the helicopter's tail rotor (correct)
  • To adjust the direction of the banner

When can banner tow operations be conducted?

  • At any time, as long as the weather is clear
  • Only in VFR weather conditions
  • Only during daylight hours
  • Between the hours of official sunrise and official sunset in VFR weather conditions (correct)

What is the minimum altitude required for banner towing operations over congested areas?

<p>1,000 feet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must the pilot do when conducting banner tow operations around congested areas?

<p>exercise due care to ensure the banner does not cause a hazard to persons or property on the surface (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who can be carried during rotorcraft external load operations?

<p>Only those essential to the external load operation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the towline used in glider towing operations?

<p>A minimum breaking strength of 80 percent of the glider's weight (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a person to act as a tow pilot for a glider?

<p>A private pilot's license with 100 hours of PIC experience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must the PIC ensure before takeoff during external load operations?

<p>That all crew members are briefed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the centre of gravity of an aircraft used for external load operations?

<p>It must be within a specific range (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

More Like This

Helicopter Landing Zone Operations
40 questions
Helicopter Landing Zone Operations
72 questions
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser