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What is a sling load?

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Asked by: Tracy Allen

How do you load a sling?

So let's move on to the pickup of the load. With the pickup of the load essentially all you need to do is keep the dot on the sling window aligned with the hook.

What is cut sling load?

So, when applied to life in general, cut sling load is used to describe a situation in which you must must release something in order to save something else, presumably of greater value.

What is sling in helicopter?

Sling Operations Endorsement



Sling loading is used in many helicopter operations including fire fighting, heavy lift, moving loads to otherwise unreachable areas, and many more. The course starts with a short line of 30 feet and then we slowly build you up to use a 100-foot “long line”.

What are the limitations of external load operations associated with helicopter operations?

Limitations: Operating helicopters at or near maximum gross weight required additional planning/considerations. Summertime temperatures combined with mountainous terrain may impose additional planning considerations for the pilot prior to attempting an external load mission.

What is the minimum weight for any sling load to fly?

What is the minimum weight for any sling load to fly? 500 lbs. 9,000 lbs. What are the three types of lacing ropes you can use with the A-22 cargo bag?

What does ACL mean in air assault?

ACL (Allowable Cargo Load):

What is a Class B external load?

helicopter Class B external load means an external load that can be jettisoned and that is not in contact with land, water or any other surface; (charge externe de classe B pour hélicoptère)

What is Helo in aviation?

Helicopter External Load Operations for Ground Personnel (HELO)

What do helicopter pilots say when taking off?

“Line up and wait” (taxi onto the runway and wait for a takeoff clearance)



Departure phrases you’re likely to hear:

  1. “Radar Contact” (I see you on my radar, I’ll keep an eye on you)
  2. “Climb and maintain one two thousand” (climb up to and level off at 12,000 feet)
  3. “Cleared direct to Ft.

Is flying a helicopter harder than a plane?

Since helicopters are generally harder to fly than airplanes, they also are more dangerous to fly.