AFMAN11-2C-130JV3ADDBCL-2 — C-130j Maffs Operations Loadmaster Checklist

AFMAN11-2C-130JV3ADDBCL-2 governs MAFFS operations loadmaster checklist procedures for C-130J aircraft employed by Mobility Air Forces.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2C-130JV3ADDBCL-2
  • Title: C-130J MAFFS OPERATIONS LOADMASTER CHECKLIST
  • Date: 2018-06-26

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AFMAN11-2C-130JV3ADDBCL-2 covers normal and emergency MAFFS procedures, including pre-flight, servicing, drop, landing, de-servicing, and de-arming checklists. It requires MAFFS checklist items to be accomplished and specifies loadmaster callouts for compressor settings and hydraulic pressure.

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

Topics covered

  • MAFFS pre-flight checklists
  • Electrical pre-flight checks
  • Retardant, water, and foam servicing
  • MAFFS ground air servicing
  • Drop preparation procedures
  • MAFFS weight tables
  • Emergency drops
  • Emergency shutdowns

Questions and answers

When are MAFFS checklist items accomplished?

Items on the MAFFS BEFORE TAKEOFF, AFTER TAKEOFF, BEFORE LANDING, and AFTER LANDING CHECKLISTS will be accomplished following completion of the normal checklist items from T.O. 1C-130J-1CL-2.

When are the CL-2 checklists complete for MAFFS missions?

The CL-2 checklists will not be called complete for MAFFS missions until items of the MAFFS checklist are accomplished.

What must the loadmaster verbalize when calling the Before Takeoff checklist complete?

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.

What is prohibited when propeller de-icing is expected?

Do not operate the MAFFS compressors if use of propeller de-icing is expected.

What must happen if icing conditions are anticipated?

If icing conditions are anticipated, ensure Compressor Enable switch is in the OFF position.

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