NTTP 4-01.5 APPENDIX G

What system was designed to reduce the time required to load and unload an aircraft.

The 463L cargo system

The 463L pallet is made of corrosion-resistant aluminum with a soft wood core and is framed on all sides by aluminum rails. The rails have ______ attached so that there ____ on each long side ____ on each short side.

22 tie-down rings / are 6 rings / and 5 rings

The overall dimensions of the 463L pallets are ___________ however, the usable dimensions of upper surface are

88-inches by 108-inches by 2-1/4 inches thick; / only 84-inches by 104-inches.

An empty 463L pallet weighs ___________________________

290 lbs (355 lbs with nets).

How many nets are there in a set of 463L Nets?

There are three nets to a set: one top net (yellow or tan) and two side nets (green or black).

Where the side nets and top nets attach to
tthe 463L pallet?

The side nets attach to the rings of the 463L pallet, and the top nets attach by hooks to the rings located on the side nets.

A complete set of 463L nets provides adequate restraint for a maximum of _____________ of cargo when properly attached to a 463L pallet.

A complete set of 463L nets provides adequate restraint for a maximum of 10,000 lbs of cargo when properly attached to a 463L pallet.

The maximum lbs per square inch for the 463L pallet is ___________________?

The maximum lbs per square inch for the 463L pallet is 250 lbs.

What must be done if a load exceeds 250lbs per square inch limitation?

If a load exceeds this limitation, then shoring must be used to spread the load over a larger area.

How Units should palletize cargo?

Units shall palletize cargo from the heaviest to the lightest and distribute large and heavy objects from the center of the pallet outwards to prevent the pallet from becoming heavy on one end.

Where Units shall place lighter and smaller items?

Units shall place lighter and/or smaller items on top of or beside the heavier cargo.

Ensure containers are positioned _____________ with special handling labels ___________?

Ensure containers are positioned right side up with special handling labels facing out.

Construct the load in a ____________________ shape whenever possible to make the load stable, easy to handle, and easier to secure on the pallet.

Construct the load in a square or pyramid shape whenever possible to make the load stable, easy to handle, and easier to secure on the pallet.

Always put _________________ of dunnage under 463L pallets prior to cargo placement.

Always put three (3) points of dunnage under 463L pallets prior to cargo placement.

The dunnage shall consist of a minimum of __________________ _________equally spaced under the 463L pallet.

The dunnage shall consist of a minimum of three 4-inch by 4-inch by 88-inch pieces of lumber equally spaced under the 463L pallet.

What must be done, if dunnage is not available on location, USAF technical manual (TM) Technical Order ( T.O.) 35D33-2-2-2, 463L Air Cargo Pallets, provides suitable field expedients?

Dunnage shall be shipped with the pallets for storage after off loading at the DEST.

___________________ are a DLA managed item and are required over all baggage and most general
cargo before connecting the cargo nets.

Plastic pallet covers are a DLA managed item and are required over all baggage and most general
cargo before connecting the cargo nets.

Who funds the procurement of plastic pallet covers?

Units shall plan to fund the procurement of plastic pallet covers.

What must be done to a SCALED WEIGHT of 463L pallet?

The scaled weight must be clearly marked on one 88" side and one 108" side of the 463L pallet.

Who funds 463L Pallets and Nets?

All 463L pallets and nets are funded by the USAF.

USN only _________________ the 463L pallet and nets assets.

USN only manages the 463L pallet and nets assets.

The guidance and procedures of the 463L pallet and net program are in the _______ ______ _______ Military Airlift Management of Systems 463L Pallets,

Guidance & procedures of the 463L pallet and net program are in the DTR, Volume VI, Chapters 608-611, and OPNAVINST 4600.21C, Military Airlift Management of Systems 463L Pallets,

All USN units shall submit 463L pallets/nets reports to _________ pallet/net program manager.

All USN units shall submit 463L pallets/nets reports to NOLSC pallet/net program manager.

Units return pallet/net assets to the airlift system as soon as practical upon arrival at the final deployed
DEST during a contingency. During exercises, ____________ pallets/nets until return to the originating installation.

Units return pallet/net assets to the airlift system as soon as practical upon arrival at the final deployed
DEST during a contingency. During exercises, units are authorized to retain pallets/nets until return to the originating installation.

Pallets/nets removed from the custody of the unit at any point during an exercise___ ___ _____ ____ in order to maintain an audit trail.

Pallets/nets removed from the custody of the unit at any point during an exercise must be with a hand receipt in order to maintain an audit trail.

If installations are unable to repair pallets and nets locally, the local/base pallet and net manager shall coordinate with a nearby USAF aerial port for ________ _________ for disposition instructions.

If installations are unable to repair pallets and nets locally, the local/base pallet and net manager shall coordinate with a nearby USAF aerial port for a one-for-one exchange or contact NOLSC for disposition instructions.

Units shall conduct physical inspections of ____________ of the pallets/nets in their possession every __________ (ensuring all pallets/nets are inspected annually) to ensure proper use and storage.

Units shall conduct physical inspections of 50% of the pallets/nets in their possession every 6 months (ensuring all pallets/nets are inspected annually) to ensure proper use and storage.

Pallets shall be stored according to _______________ 463L Air Cargo Pallets

Pallets shall be stored according to USAF T.O. 35D33-2-2-2, 463L Air Cargo Pallets

Types HCU-6E and HCU- 12E. Empty pallets shall be stacked no more than ________ and provided adequate dunnage (4" X 4" X 88") on both sides and in the center for each stack of t _____ pallets.Jan

Types HCU-6E and HCU- 12E. Empty pallets shall be stacked no more than 50 high and provided adequate dunnage (4" X 4" X 88") on both sides and in the center for each stack of ten pallets

Pallets may be stored outside if they are stored IAW what manual?

Pallets may be stored outside if they are stored IAW USAF T.O. 35D33-2-2-2, Paragraphs 1 - 13.

How Nets shall be segregated and stored?

Nets shall be segregated by type and stored in a dry area.

What is the prefere method to store Nets?

Storage within a warehouse in the original shipping containers is the preferred method.