AFMAN11-2UV-18V3 — Uv-18 Operations Procedures

AFMAN11-2UV-18V3 governs standard flying procedures for pilots operating Air Force UV-18 aircraft.

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• Publication number: AFMAN11-2UV-18V3
• Title: UV-18 OPERATIONS PROCEDURES
• Date: 2020-11-20

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The manual covers general information, mission planning, normal operating procedures, and parachuting operations. It requires compliance with specified flight, passenger, jumper, and screen-function conditions.

Applies to: It prescribes standard procedures to be used by all pilots operating Air Force UV-18 aircraft.

Topics covered

• IFR flight requirements
• Passenger and jumper missions
• Screen failure requirements
• Parachute operations
• Drop zone requirements
• Wind drift indicator drops
• Personnel airdrop procedures

Questions and answers

What drop zones are required for training jumps under AFMAN11-2UV-18V3?

Units will conduct all training jumps in DZs that are surveyed and approved according to AFI 11-410. (T-1). (paragraph 5)

When must the LexanTM door remain closed?

The LexanTM door will remain closed below 1,500 feet AGL. (T-3). (paragraph 11-410)

Who can open the LexanTM door?

Only a qualified JM or an additional aircrew member will open the door. (T-2). (paragraph 11-410)

What is the minimum WDI drop altitude?

Aircrews will maintain a minimum WDI drop altitude of 2,000 feet AGL. (T-2). (paragraph 11-410)

What is the maximum airdrop airspeed?

Aircrews will not exceed the maximum airdrop airspeed of 140 KIAS. (T-2). (paragraph 11-410)

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