Helicopter internal cargo-handling system manual

The Helicopter Internal Cargo Handling System is compatible for personnel only or for both cargo and personnel. If both are loaded, the cargo must be forward of the personnel for safety. e. Miscellaneous Cargo. Place on a pallet or skid as desired. This manual will assist personnel who perform helicopter internal load missions. It will familiarize them with the tie-down equipment found in the Army inventory, acquaint them with the helicopter they will be loading, and provide basic procedures for loading and rigging loads. Helicopter and Systems Description and Operation Section 1 Helicopter General Description The Mi/25 helicopter is a single main rotor aircraft with a tail rotor. It is designed for employ-ment in close air support, combat assault/troop transport, internal or external cargo transport, medical evacuation, and ferry service. The Mi-.

This manual will assist personnel who perform helicopter internal load missions. It will familiarize them with the tie-down equipment found in the Army inventory, acquaint them with the helicopter they will be loading, and provide basic procedures for loading and rigging loads. The helicopter sling load method of carrying cargo and equipment overcomes many of the obstacles that hinder other modes of movement. Helicopter sling load operations are used extensively in the ship-to-shore movement of cargo and equipment during amphibious operations, movement of supplies and. the Cargo Winch/Rescue Hoist System. a. Cargo winch and rescue hoist system. (1) Purpose. (a) Cargo −To aid loading and off loading cargo through the ramp. (b) Rescue −To hoist light loads through the rescue hatch while the helicopter is hovering. (2) Description. (a) The winch is located in the heater closet.

dramatically change a helicopter's handling characteristics. revised), Aircraft Weight and Balance Handbook, for more cargo, and fuel. These loading instructions must match the requirements for baggage/cargo Usually, bulk loading of baggage items uses a system whereby loading crews are. The cargo can be loaded inside a cargo compartment, or outside the cargo o Loading/of loading plan (locations, procedures, handling equipment).