Phase Two - Slingload Operations

This phase is three days long. During the Sling Load Phase, soldiers receive instruction on various aspects of sling load operations. This includes:

1. Planning & preparation for sling load operations.
2. Capabilities, characteristics and use of sling load equipment.
3. Duties & responsibilities of a sling load personnel.
4. Familiarization with sling load theory & rigging of non-standard loads.

1. M998 HMMWV
2. M998 HMMWV, shotgun/side-by-side configuration
3. M119 105mm Howitzer
4. M149 Water Trailer
5. A-22 Cargo Bag
6. Fuel Blivets (1, 2, 3, or 4 blivit configuration)
7. 5000 lb or 10,000 lb Cargo Net
8. The soldiers will also conduct an actual hook-up of a load underneath a CH-47 or UH-60 aircraft.

1. Written - 50 question multiple choice exam. Must score 70% to receive a GO.
2. Hands on - Tested on 4 of the 6 loads taught. Must identify 3 out of 4 preparation and/or rigging deficiencies within 2 minutes per load to receive a GO.
3. Soldiers must pass both tests to move on to the next phase. They are allowed one retest per exam.