AFMAN11-2C-130JV3ADDBCL-1 — C-130j Maffs Operations Pilot Checklist

AFMAN11-2C-130JV3ADDBCL-1 governs MAFFS ground and flight operations for C-130J aircraft employed by Mobility Air Forces.

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• Publication number: AFMAN11-2C-130JV3ADDBCL-1
• Title: C-130J MAFFS OPERATIONS PILOT CHECKLIST
• Date: 2019-12-12

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It contains briefing guides, normal procedures, emergency procedures, drop checklists, and MAFFS weight tables. The publication requires MAFFS-certified crewmembers to use the procedures for safe operations and requires pilots to carry the annex.

Applies to: All MAFFS certified C-130J pilots will carry this annex.

Topics covered

• MAFFS crew coordination
• Tanker base pilot orientation
• Drop preparation procedures
• Release point procedures
• MAFFS weight tables
• Emergency drops
• Emergency shutdowns

Questions and answers

What must loadmasters do before completing the CL-2 Before Takeoff checklist on a MAFFS mission?

The loadmaster will verbalize the setting of the Compressor Enable Switch and the pressure of the MAFFS hydraulic system when calling the CL-2 Before Takeoff checklist complete.

When should the Tanker Base Pilot Orientation Briefing be conducted?

The Tanker Base Pilot Orientation Briefing should be conducted between the MAFFS pilot and Air Tanker Base Manager (ATBM) or representative prior to conducting recurring operations at a particular air tanker base facility.

What must be ensured for the Drop Control Pendant?

Ensure the Drop Control Pendant is not dropped or impacted, is readily available during critical phases of flight, and properly secured to minimize the likelihood of being dropped.

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