AFMAN11-2TH-1HV3 — Th-1h Helicopter Operations Procedures

AFMAN11-2TH-1HV3 governs standard operational procedures for Air Force aircrew operating TH-1H aircraft.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN11-2TH-1HV3
  • Title: TH-1H HELICOPTER OPERATIONS PROCEDURES
  • Date: 2023-06-23

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It covers mission planning, operating procedures, contact and emergency training procedures, and instrument procedures. It requires compliance and sets requirements for aircraft equipment, passengers, weather, fuel, and flight operations.

Applies to: This manual establishes standard operational procedures applicable to all United States Air Force, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve aircrew operating TH-1H aircraft.

Topics covered

  • Mission planning
  • Helicopter landing zones
  • Minimum essential aircraft equipment
  • Weather minimums
  • Fuel requirements
  • Contact and emergency training procedures
  • Instrument procedures

Questions and answers

How many radios must be operational?

At least one radio must be operational. (T-3).

When must the landing light be operational?

If the NVG cover is installed, the landing light must be operational. (T-3). (paragraph 3)

How many ADCs must be operational for IMC operations?

At least one ADC is required for Day, Night, and NVG Operations. Both ADCs must be operational for IMC operations. (T-3). (paragraph 5)

How many MFDs must be operational to accept an aircraft for flight?

To accept an aircraft for flight all three MFD’s must be operational. (T-3). (paragraph 6)

When must passengers be escorted while the aircraft has rotors turning?

Be escorted by aircrew or a designated representative when the aircraft is being on- or off- loaded with rotors turning. (paragraph 11-401)

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