Aviation Protective Equipment

What are some methods to care for the AACU? Select all that apply.

- Avoid POL products - Wash and dry at temps < 130 degrees - Avoid unnecessary wear during ground duties

What are recommended military apparel to be removed prior to entering the flight line, working in or around the aircraft?

All of the above

What are some authorize undergarments you can wear with the AACU?

All of the above - Nomex - 100% cotton - 100% wool

What can cause burns to the back of the neck?

Both B and C - The AACU collar being worn down - Identification tags worn inside the AACU collar

The Nomex flight suit supports combustion and chars at approximately 700-800 degrees F.

False

If Air warrior ballistic plates are dropped or suspected to have been dropped what does the warning tell the soldier to do?

Have the plates inspected by an ALSE tech

The HGU-56/P helmets are to be maintained by ALSE technicians and stored______________.

In the helmet bag

Where must the tourniquet pocket be placed on the Air Warrior (PSGC)?

Left

Identification tags are NOT authorized to be worn how with AACU's?

Silencers and covers (550 coard or plastic)

Do NOT soak soft ballistic inserts in water or use bleach or starch for cleaning

True

The floor and nose is designed to reduce plowing/scooping, this helps prevent high deceleration forces.

True

The fuselage prevents intrusion of the occupied space during a survivable crash.

True

What are some methods to care for the Nomex flight gloves?

Wash with mild soap or temps <120 degrees, lay flat to air dry