Tow Super Test

1. In the event of a tow bar separation, the brakes should be applied smoothly and held down until the aircraft comes to a stop.

True

False

2. Avoid, when possible, braking to a stop in turns at an towing speed. Damage to the NLG and/or supporting structure may result.

True

False

3. The airplane may be towed with inoperative brakes, provided a mechanic is positioned near each MLG and wheel chocks are readily available. The chocks shall be used immediately to stop the aircraft in the event of an emergency to avoid injury to personnel or damage to equipment.

True

False

4. For a tow, the cargo ramp can be in either the closed position or the air drop position?

True

False

5. You should avoid quick starts and stops.

True

False

6. Who can give the all clear to move signal before commencing a tow?

Tow Supervisor

Anyone

Wing Walker

Tow Vehicle Operator

7. What is the maximum tow speed in MPH?

5

10

15

3

8. Damage will result to the nose undercarriage if pushback is attempted with the brakes engaged. Prior to undertaking a pushback operation, tow the aircraft forward a short distance to ensure the brakes have released.

True

False

9. How many people are required while towing into/ out of a hangar?

7

10

6

4

Submit

11. What is the maximum fuel difference between wings?

1500 lbs

500-1000 lbs

1000 lbs

Does not matter

12. You will not tow an aircraft if winds exceed how many knots?

30

35

45

50

13. The ground test valve should be in the down (tied) position for a tow.

True

False

It should be in the normal up (untied) position.

Explanation

It should be in the normal up (untied) position.

14. MLG outboard doors must be?

Secured

Open

Closed

Lose

15. Which job guide covers aircraft towing procedures?

1C-130(A/H/M)J-2-09JG-10-1

1C-130(A/H/M)J-2-71JG-10-1

1C-130(A/H/M)J-2-49JG-10-1

1C-130(A/H/M)J-4-09JG-10-1

Submit

18. Perform aft towing from?

MLG only

NLG only

Emergencies only

Uphill only

19. In an emergency it is acceptable to tow or back an aircraft uphill using a tow bar.

True

False

It is NEVER acceptable

Explanation

It is NEVER acceptable

20. What radio is primarily used for towing?

UHF

VHF

VUHF

Secure Voice

Submit

22. What is the max gross weight for a tow?

175,000 lbs

110,000 lbs

200,000 lbs

130,000 lbs

Submit

24. The nose and main landing gear tires require checks and servicing if how many hours have elapsed since the last check?

48

24

Always check

72

25. Which mechanic(s) require a whistle during a tow?

One for each mechanic outside the aircraft

All personnel in the tow team

Tow Supervisor

Wing Walkers

26. If the surface is rough or soft, or if towing aircraft uphill, you may tow using a tow bar connected to the NLG.

True

False

You must tow from the MLG

Explanation

You must tow from the MLG

27. What is the hydraulic system limitation for the auxiliary system?

2900-3300 psi

2900-3100 psi

2800-3200 psi

2900-3000 psi

28. If applicable what exterior lights are required during a power on tow at night? (Select all that apply)

Navigation/steady

Navigation/strobe

Top strobe/red

Bottom strobe/red

29. The towing vehicle distance behind another aircraft or another vehicle will not be less than how many feet?

50

100

150

200

30. If airplane is in a hangar, leave tow bar connected, in the immediate vicinity, or install snatch cables, for quick removal of airplane in an emergency in accordance with what?

AFOSH Standard 91-100

AFI 21-101

1C-130(A/H/M)J-2-09JG-10-1

Local Cannon Supplement

Submit

32. During a power off tow, who should maintain interphone communication? (Select all that apply)

Tow Supervisor

Tow Vehicle Operator

Brake Operator

Hand pump operator

Tower

Wing Walkers

Tail Walker

Submit

33. During the aircraft's towing operation, it is crucial to monitor the ________ to ensure proper handling and maneuverability.

In towing operations, monitoring clearance is essential to prevent collisions with obstacles or structures. Adequate clearance ensures the aircraft can be maneuvered safely without risking damage to the aircraft or surrounding objects. This helps maintain safe ground operations and proper handling during the towing process.

Explanation

In towing operations, monitoring clearance is essential to prevent collisions with obstacles or structures. Adequate clearance ensures the aircraft can be maneuvered safely without risking damage to the aircraft or surrounding objects. This helps maintain safe ground operations and proper handling during the towing process.

Submit

34. For towing purposes, an uphill surface is defined as any grad or incline of what? (Select all true statements)

5 percent

5 foot raise in 100 feet

3-degree incline

6-degree incline

5 foot raise in 50 feet

10 percent

Submit

37. What could happen if you apply brakes to quickly while towing the aircraft backwards?

As it reads on the study guid "A sudden application of brakes may tip the aircraft on its tail."

Explanation

As it reads on the study guid "A sudden application of brakes may tip the aircraft on its tail."

Submit

38. Where should the NLG scissor bolt be stored on non-ski aircraft?

As it is on the study guide. "Between tow fitting and support bolt of lower torque arm"

Explanation

As it is on the study guide. "Between tow fitting and support bolt of lower torque arm"

Submit

Tow Super Test

1. In the event of a tow bar separation, the brakes should be applied smoothly and held down until the aircraft comes to a stop.

2.

What first name or nickname would you like us to use?

2. Avoid, when possible, braking to a stop in turns at an towing speed. Damage to the NLG and/or supporting structure may result.

3. The airplane may be towed with inoperative brakes, provided a mechanic is positioned near each MLG and wheel chocks are readily available. The chocks shall be used immediately to stop the aircraft in the event of an emergency to avoid injury to personnel or damage to equipment.

4. For a tow, the cargo ramp can be in either the closed position or the air drop position?

5. You should avoid quick starts and stops.

6. Who can give the all clear to move signal before commencing a tow?

7. What is the maximum tow speed in MPH?

8. Damage will result to the nose undercarriage if pushback is attempted with the brakes engaged. Prior to undertaking a pushback operation, tow the aircraft forward a short distance to ensure the brakes have released.

9. How many people are required while towing into/ out of a hangar?

10. Who can stop a tow?

11. What is the maximum fuel difference between wings?

12. You will not tow an aircraft if winds exceed how many knots?

13. The ground test valve should be in the down (tied) position for a tow.

14. MLG outboard doors must be?

15. Which job guide covers aircraft towing procedures?

16. Which hydraulic system supplies pressure for braking action during towing operations?

17. At what distance, in feet, from a hangar should the APU NOT be operated?

18. Perform aft towing from?

19. In an emergency it is acceptable to tow or back an aircraft uphill using a tow bar.

20. What radio is primarily used for towing?

21. Which position should the brake selector be in for a tow?

22. What is the max gross weight for a tow?

23. If an aircraft has hot brakes, how long must you wait AFTER brakes have cooled to tow it?

24. The nose and main landing gear tires require checks and servicing if how many hours have elapsed since the last check?

25. Which mechanic(s) require a whistle during a tow?

26. If the surface is rough or soft, or if towing aircraft uphill, you may tow using a tow bar connected to the NLG.

27. What is the hydraulic system limitation for the auxiliary system?

28. If applicable what exterior lights are required during a power on tow at night? (Select all that apply)

29. The towing vehicle distance behind another aircraft or another vehicle will not be less than how many feet?

30. If airplane is in a hangar, leave tow bar connected, in the immediate vicinity, or install snatch cables, for quick removal of airplane in an emergency in accordance with what?

31. While securing an aircraft in a hangar, if the tow bar is not in the vicinity, what should be installed?

32. During a power off tow, who should maintain interphone communication? (Select all that apply)

33. During the aircraft's towing operation, it is crucial to monitor the ________ to ensure proper handling and maneuverability.

34. For towing purposes, an uphill surface is defined as any grad or incline of what? (Select all true statements)

35. What is the X distance for the MLG struts?

36. Never tow an aircraft faster than what?

37. What could happen if you apply brakes to quickly while towing the aircraft backwards?

38. Where should the NLG scissor bolt be stored on non-ski aircraft?