What flags are flown during flight operations?

Foxtrot (Fixed wing aircraft) Hotel(helicopter)

What does SGSI stand for and what is it used for?

Stabilized glide-slope indicator and it gives the pilot a reference to focus on to help stabilize the helicopter instead of watching the deck pitch and roll.

What is the "T" line used for?

To indicate to the pilots for vert-rep, to drop cargo Aft of the "T" line

What is the homing beacon?

Located on top of the helo control tower to let pilots know the ships location

What is the Landing lineup line/circle

Obstruction clearance radius, facility is certified lands with main mounts (tail wheel), nose wheel or forward skid cross tube with in landing circle.

What color are the obstruction lights?

Blue

What spots for LHDs use for ordinance?

1 and 3

How long are the tie-down chains and what is the safe working load?

9ft & 14ft-SWL is
10,000LBS

What way should the deck hook of a tie-down face?

Upward when getting installed

What is the most widely used VERTREP helicopter?

H-60

For VERTREPs at night, the receiving ship should be abeam at a distance of how many yards?

300-500 yard

What are the sizes of the VERTREP cargo nets used to transport cargo?

1 1⁄2 nylon webbing, either 12x12ft, or 14x14ft.

The following hoisting slings safe working loads are as followed (MK 105, MK 80,90,91,92, and MK 128 Mod 0)

Mk 105- 6,000 LBS
-Mk 80, 90, 91,92- 4,000 LBS
-Mk 128 Mod 0- 4,000 LBS

What color is the stern light during night operations?

Blue

During night operations, what color wands with the LSE use if not conducting NVG ops?

Amber

What color chem light or flashing will be secured to the hook- up man's cranial during
night time VERTREP?

Green, to aid the air-crewman to determine the pickup point

What helicopter produces the greatest rotor downwash?

CH-53 **(downwash velocity
occurs from 60-70 feet from the cargo hook, can generate downwash greater than 120
knots)**

Who is responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of the helicopter load operations
during a USMC helicopter operation?

Combat Cargo Officer (CCO)