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SECTION XI. FARP Operations Annex to a Tactical SOP

The FARP provides forward arming and refueling support necessary to conduct tactical operations. The FARP organization comprises the POL and ammunition section and a maintenance contact team. Table 7 is an example of a FARP operations annex to a tactical SOP.

Figures J-24 to J-28 and Tables J-8 to J-10 show enclosures 1 through 8 of a FARP operations annex.

J-56. FARP OPERATIONS ANNEX

An example of a FARP operations annex to a tactical SOP is shown in Table J-7.

Table J-7. FARP operations annex to a tactical SOP

1. EQUIPMENT

a. HEMTT FARP.

Two HEMTTs will be placed on-line, and one will remain in reserve. Enclosure 1 (Figure J-24) shows the layout of an HEMTT FARP. The FARE FARP will be configured similarly to the HEMTT FARP.

b. FARP layout.

The standard FARP layout for simultaneous rearming and refueling operations will be configured as shown in Enclosure 2 (Figure J-25).

2. SITE SELECTION

a.

Use tree lines, vegetation, terrain folds, and reverse slopes to mask the FARP.

b.

Do not collocate the FARP with the tactical operations center (TOC) or unit trains.

c.

Consider the following:

(1)

The number and type of aircraft to be refueled.

(2)

The minimum spacing requirement of 100 feet between refueling points (180 feet for CH-47).

(3)

Adequate obstacle clearance for a safe takeoff and landing.

(4)

Designated holding areas for waiting aircraft.

3. WORK PRIORITIES

a. Security.

(1)

Establish a perimeter and prepare fighting positions and range cards.

(2)

Sweep the site for NBC contamination and set up NBC equipment.

(3)

Reconnoiter the site for appropriate refuel and rearm points.

(4)

Set up crew-served and air defense weapons to protect the site.

NOTE:

FARP personnel must maintain security throughout occupation of the site unless other personnel are attached specifically to provide security.

b. Communications.

Upon arrival, the FARP noncommissioned officer in charge (NCOIC) will establish communications with the TOC, giving the closing report and anticipated time of operation. This communication will be on a secure net.

c. Setup.

(1)

Determine positions of refuel and rearm points (100 feet separation for all aircraft except the CH-47).

(2)

Prepare the necessary aircraft standard loads of ammunition.

(3)

Reposition vehicles into final parking location.

d. Vehicle Maintenance.

Perform preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on vehicles and give DA Forms 2404 (Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Worksheet) to motor pool operations.

e.

Camouflage. Camouflage all vehicles and equipment.

f. Other Maintenance.

Perform PMCS on radios, NBC equipment, weapons, and platoon equipment.

g. Resupply.

Resupply ammunition and fuel if necessary.

h.

Mess, Personal Hygiene, and Rest. These are accomplished after mission-essential duties are completed.

4.

SECURE RADIO

a.

The FARP will have an operational frequency modulated (FM) radio. This radio is used only under the following circumstances:

(1)

Resupplies are requested.

(2)

The site is under attack.

(3)

The FARP is not operational.

(4)

A serious incident occurs in the FARP; for example, a fire or an aircraft accident.

b.

Outbound aircraft can relay critical messages from the FARP to the TOC. This prevents enemy detection of the FARP by radio transmission.

5. AIRCRAFT PROCEDURES

a.

Landing.

(1)

When 5 kilometers (km) from the FARP, the air mission commander (AMC) will make a call in the blind on the administrative/logistics frequency stating that he is inbound to the FARP. An example of a call is "T14 (FARP), this is T56 (AMC) with five on blue." The AMC is telling the FARP that five aircraft are inbound on the Blue route. This alerts the FARP and other aircraft of his intentions. The FARP does not reply unless the area is not safe or secure. Terms which violate operational security (OPSEC) will not be used; for example, "aircraft," "inbound," "outbound," and "FARP."

(2)

Aircraft will be flown at nap-of-the-earth (NOE) within 3 km of the FARP. Approaching aircraft must maintain visual contact with departing aircraft.

b.

Positioning.

(1)

FARP personnel will use standard hand and arm signals to assist pilots in positioning aircraft into refueling and rearming points.

(2)

Pilots will not point aircraft weapons at personnel or equipment after aircraft depart the "Y" for refueling or rearming.

(3)

Pilots will position their aircraft at the refuel points so that the closed-circuit refueling (CCR) nozzle is on the right side of the aircraft.

6. REFUELING PROCEDURES

WARNING: The following precautionary measure should be exercised if wearing the Extended Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS), while performing aircraft refueling/rearming operations:

a. Fuel handlers wearing ECWCS should ground/bond themselves before fueling/defueling operations.

b. Do not remove ECWCS within 50 feet of fueling/defueling operations or near flammable vapor-air mixture.

c. Fuel-soaked ECWCS should be rinsed with water before removal.

An inspection of fuel, gas, and equipment will be conducted according to the brigade accident prevention program.

NOTE:

Authority to conduct open-port refueling rests with the commander.

a.

Hot Refueling.

(1)

Ensure that a 100-foot separation exists between refueling points.

(2)

Ensure that armament systems are on SAFE or OFF.

(3)

Stabilize the aircraft at flat pitch and deplane all passengers before conducting refueling operations. Although no transmissions are permitted except during an emergency, monitor all communications.

(4)

Ground the closed circuit refueling nozzle (when used) to a grounding rod and bond it to the aircraft.

NOTE:

FARP personnel and crewchiefs will wear protective equipment, including eye and hearing protection and gloves while refueling operations are being conducted. The fire extinguisher will be manned by FARP personnel or by a crewmember, if available.

(5)

Ensure that the cap is secured and the grounding cable is disconnected before the aircraft takes off.

(6)

Turn the strobe lights off before refueling the aircraft and back on before it takes off (day only).

b. Emergency Procedures.

(1)

The POL operator will immediately shut down the pump on the tanker or the pump on the FARE or HEMTT.

(2)

Whoever is tending the nozzle will remove it from the aircraft and, if the fire is small, attempt to put it out using the available fire extinguishers. The first priority is crew safety.

(3)

Aircraft that are not directly involved will be flown to their respective holding areas.

(4)

If the situation permits, every attempt will be made to remove the tanker from the scene of the fire. If time permits, ensure that all butterfly valves and elbow couplers are closed on the FARE with the 500-gallon collapsible drums (if one is in use).

(5)

At the first opportunity, notify the TOC and maintain communications between the FARP and the TOC by whatever means available.

(6) After all of the above procedures are complete, personnel will move to a safe distance.

7. REARMING OPERATIONS

WARNING: The following precautionary measure should be exercised if wearing the Extended Cold Weather Clothing System (ECWCS), while performing aircraft refueling or rearming operations:

a. Fuel handlers wearing ECWCS should ground/bond themselves to the aircraft, truck, or refueling component for several seconds before fueling/defueling operations.

b. Do not remove ECWCS within 50 feet of fueling/defueling operations or near flammable vapor-air mixture.

c. Fuel-soaked ECWCS should be rinsed with water before removal.

The standard refueling/rearming line will consist of eight points and the maintenance point. The maintenance point will be located where it will not interfere with normal operations.

a.

Equipment.

(1)

Maintenance point. This point will be equipped as follows:

(a) One fire extinguisher and a ground rod with cable.

(b)

One standard toolbox.

(c) Two pallets for down-loading rockets and 30mm ammunition.

(d) Special tools as determined by the maintenance officer in charge.

(e) Spare parts.

(2)

Rearm points. Each rearm point will be equipped as follows:

(a)

One standard toolbox.

(b)

One metric toolbox (AH-64 only).

(c)

One fire extinguisher and a grounding rod with cable.

(d)

One uploader/downloader (AH-64 only).

(e)

One wing mike cord.

(f)

Two pallets for rockets.

b. Personnel Requirements. Each FARP will include the following:

(1)

One noncommissioned officer.

(2)

One line safety officer.

(3)

One officer in charge.

(4)

Three armament personnel (preferred); two armament personnel (minimum) for each rearm pad.

(5)

A contact team (maintenance point only).

c.

Procedures.

(1)

Aircraft will be armed or dearmed according to the appropriate aircraft operator’s manual.

(2)

When all armament switches on the aircraft are off, the pilot will turn off the anticollision light.

(3) After the anticollision light is off, armament personnel will ground the airframe and install the wing store jettison pins and chock the wheels, as applicable. Then they will plug in their headsets and establish communication with the aircrew. No radio transmissions will be made during loading/downloading operations.

(4)

The aircrew will assist and monitor armament personnel conducting loading/downloading operations.

(5)

Ground crews will load subsystems inboard to outboard, remaining clear of the front of the systems and the backblast areas.

(6)

When the loading is completed, the ground crew removes all safety pins and moves away from the aircraft.

(7)

The pilot will turn on the anticollision light after the weapon system is armed. He will then depart the rearm point.

d. Aircraft Departure.

(1)

The departure heading will be as briefed, or right turns will be executed after the takeoff.

(2)

All takeoffs will be at minimum airspeed.

(3)

Vehicles or other aircraft will not be overflown.

8. AIRCRAFT CONTROL AND SAFETY

a.

Refuel nozzles will be marked with a red/orange light source attached to the grounding rod.

b.

The landing area will be marked with either beanbag lights or chemical lights. Hot rocks that have been heated in cans will also be used, if necessary.

c.

While in the FARP, aircraft position lights will be placed on steady bright or dim. However, they will be turned off if the tactical situation requires it or if night vision goggles (NVG) are in use.

d.

Ground guides will guide aircraft into and out of refueling points using white wands or chemical lights in a color other than green.

e.

Ground guides will not stand in front of the aircraft weapon system at any time.

f.

Aircraft position lights will be flashed to alert ground guides that the aircraft is ready to refuel or to depart.

g.

The pilot will signal to the refueler to stop refueling the aircraft.

h.

Radio transmissions will not be made within 100 feet of refueling or rearming points.

i.

Pilots will ensure that personnel are clear and all grounding clips and cables are removed before takeoff.

j.

Any incident involving a fire or suspected fuel contamination will close the FARP until the safety officer has investigated the incident and authorizes further operations.

k.

Personnel will receive instruction on refueling operations. They will refuel three aircraft under supervision before performing refueler duties.

9. EXTENDED RANGE FUEL SYSTEM (FAT COW) OPERATIONS

a.

Storage.

(1)

Secure all 600-gallon tanks on an asphalt or concrete hardstand that is away from aircraft and ground vehicle operation.

(2)

Statically ground all tanks at the storage area.

(3)

Store all extended range fuel system (ERFS) equipment, such as the pump board, fuel lines, and tiedown straps, in the ERFS storage cases provided by the shipping facility. Ensure that the storage area is enclosed and well-ventilated.

(4)

Empty the 600-gallon tanks before storage (except for residual fuel in the bottom of the tanks).

(5)

Drain all fuel supply lines of excess fuel before storage.

(6)

Defuel aircraft according to TM 55-1560-307-13&P and the unit SOP.

b. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services.

PMCS criteria for the ERFS are covered in TM 55-1560-307-13&P.

(1)

Each unit should develop a program for PMCS storage when the ERFS is not installed on the aircraft.

(2)

To maintain a high readiness level for each ERFS system, the unit should conduct a monthly PMCS and an inventory.

(3)

DA Form 2404 should be used for recording PMCS, faults, and corrective actions. (These forms will be maintained by the appropriate flight platoon.)

c.

Installation and Operation. The installation and operation of the ERFS are covered in technical manuals (TMs) 55-1520-240-10 and 55-1560-307-13&P.

(1)

When the ERFS is installed on the aircraft, enter the following statement on the DA Form 2408-13-1 (Aircraft Inspection and Maintenance Record): Aircraft allowed to operate with ERFS installed according to TM 55-1560-307-13&P.

(2)

All system faults will be recorded on DA Form 2408-13-3 (Aircraft Technical Inspection Worksheet).

(3)

When the ERFS is removed, all faults will be reentered on the system's existing or new DA Form 2404.

NOTE:

A status symbol is required in block 16 of DA Form 2408-13-1. As long as the system is installed on the aircraft, the entry will be entered again after each flight.

d.

Shipment. When the ERFS is being shipped separately and not intended for self-deployment, it will be prepared for shipment for mission use according to all regulations, both Army and Air Force.

e.

Premission Planning for the Air Assault FARP.

(1)

The standard crew for the air assault FARP mission is two pilots, two qualified crewmembers, and two 76Ws (POL refuelers). The number of crewmembers may be increased as the mission or the commander dictates.

(2)

Commanders will ensure that crewmembers and POL refuelers are trained on crew duties before they conduct refueling operations.

f. Mission Equipment.

Equipment requirements are divided between two sections. The unit assigned the mission will supply one or more CH-47s, the ERFS system with FARE attachments, and one 50-foot suction hose (pot hose). It will also supply one grounding rod with a grounding cable for the aircraft and all the necessary ground covers, tie-down ropes, and aviation life support equipment (ALSE) equipment. The battalion POL section will supply all of the items shown in Figure J-26 and one extra 100-GPM pump, one of each type of refueling nozzle, and one 50-foot refueling hose.

NOTE:

The mission unit will install the required number of tanks according to TM 55-1560-307-13&P and Figure J-27. If the mission is conducted at intended ranges, this includes the installation of the ERFS fuel management control panel (FMCP).

(1)

Hoses and fittings. The Army uses the cam-lock fitting and the unisex (dry-lock) fitting. The unisex is the preferred fitting because it reduces fuel spillage during assembly and disassembly and it is self-grounded when connected.

(2)

Pump system. If the 250-GPM self-contained pump system is used, the filter separator can be dropped from the equipment list and the pump placed in the 100-GPM position (Figure J-26). The size of the pump prevents a spare pump from being loaded.

(3)

Nozzles. Two types of nozzles are used. The D-1 single-point nozzle is used on CH-47Ds; the CCR nozzles with attachments are used on all other aircraft, unless the D-1 is specified.

g.

Site Selection.

(1)

The loading zone (LZ) must be large enough to accommodate FARP aircraft with no less than 150 feet between supported aircraft refueling points.

(2)

Multiship FARP aircraft will be separated with no less than 300 feet between aircraft. This allows for the 150-foot separation between supported aircraft refueling points.

(3)

The FARP site must also serve as the assembly area and takeoff area for the supported units.

(4)

An additional site should be considered if the current site is also being used for rearming.

(5)

Planners should consider the tactical advantages of the site to include the distance to the FARP, stability of the FARP, the required time on station, camouflage, and security requirements. They should also consider wind direction and the type of aircraft to be refueled.

h.

Site Layout.

(1)

For daytime operations, the landing point will be designated and marked with standard visual signals and markers.

(2)

For night operations, the landing point will be designated and marked with a chemical light or tactical "Y."

(3)

Refueling points and equipment will be set up as shown in Figure J-26.

(4)

The extra 100-GPM pump will be placed beside the operating pump.

(5)

For ease of replacement, all spare pieces of equipment will be placed so they are readily accessible.

(6)

Each FARP aircraft will be grounded to its own grounding point.

(7)

The 100-GPM pumps and filter separator will be grounded as shown in Figure J-26.

(8) Emergency equipment, such as a 5-gallon water can and a fire extinguisher, will be placed at the pump station and the refueling points.

i.

Fire Extinguishers. All fire extinguishers must have current inspection tags and seals. Authorized fire extinguishers must be one of the following:

- 20-pound Halon 1211.
- 20-pound (KH CO3) Purple K.
- 15-pound CO2.

j. Blade Ropes and Tail Cone Covers.

(1) Blade ropes. FARP aircraft will have at least two blade ropes installed and secured (one on each rotor system).

(2) Tail cone covers.

Engine tail cone covers will be installed to prevent foreign object damage (FOD) to the engine and to keep the rotors from turning.

k.

Crew Duties.

(1)

Pilot in command.

(a)

The PC is in charge of the FARP operation. The PC is usually the senior officer on the mission; he directs all operations and monitors the safety of the FARP setup and refueling operations. He ensures that the FARP is set up according to the SOP and that all required points are grounded.

(b)

The PC's station is at the fuel pump, which enables him to monitor all phases of the operation. The PC is responsible for turning off the fuel supply at the pump in the event of a mishap or an emergency.

(2)

Copilot. The copilot will assist in marshaling and fire guard duties and any other duty that the PC assigns.

(3) Flight engineer. The flight engineer (FE) is responsible for safely loading the aircraft before the mission and unloading it after the aircraft is shut down. He also controls the fuel flow from inside the aircraft. In addition, the FE is responsible for cutting off the fuel supply from inside the aircraft in the event of a mishap or an emergency.

(4) Crewchief.

The crewchief will assist in setting up the refueling points. He will also assist with marshaling and fire guard duties.

(5)

POL refuelers. Refuelers are responsible for setting up the FARP and the actual refueling operations. They will be the only individuals allowed to start the pumps.

(6) Additional aircrew members.

If additional aircrew members are needed, they will be assigned tasks by the pilot in command (PC) and/or the FE.

l. Standard Flight Equipment. Crew members will use standard flight equipment. POL refuelers will use safety equipment and clothing as stated in the SOP and the appropriate regulations.

m.

FARP Operations.

(1)

Aircraft position. When aircraft arrive at the refueling point, a marshaler positions the first aircraft at the first point and the second aircraft at the second point. This procedure continues in chalk order for all aircraft. All aircraft will remain in position until they all have been refueled, then they will be repositioned to the assembly/ takeoff area.

(2) Fuel transfer.

Fuel will be transferred from the internal tanks in the same manner as if the tanks were being self-deployed. Four-tank fuel transfer will be completed as follows: To maintain the CG of the aircraft, a four-tank fuel-transfer sequence will be 4, 1, 3, and 2; a three-tank sequence will be 3, 1, and 2.

(3)

Auxiliary power unit. The aircraft auxiliary power unit (APU) will not be operated during refueling operations. Use of the APU is authorized only during aircraft run-up and shutdown and during emergencies.

(4)

Mission operation checklist. A mission operation checklist is shown in Table J-10.

n.

Emergency Procedures During Nontactical Situations.

(1) Fire in the refueling area.

In case of fire in the refueling area, personnel should—

- Stop refueling at all points.
- Turn all pumps off.
- Close all valves.
- Evacuate personnel from the area.
- Evacuate aircraft from the area.
- Attempt to fight the fire.
- Notify higher command, if possible.

(2) Fire on supported aircraft.

- Stop refueling at all points.
- Turn off pumps.
- Close all valves.
- Evacuate personnel from the aircraft that is on fire.
- Attempt to shut down the aircraft that is on fire.
- Evacuate all other aircraft from the area.
- Attempt to fight the fire.

(3) Fire on FARP aircraft. In case of fire on board FARP aircraft, personnel should—

- Stop refueling at all points.
- Turn all pumps off.
- Close all valves.
- Evacuate personnel from the aircraft that is on fire.
- Attempt to shut down the aircraft that is on fire.
- Evacuate all other aircraft from the area.
- Attempt to fight the fire.
- Notify higher command, if possible.

(4) Fuel leaks. In case of fuel leaks, personnel should—

- Stop refueling at the affected refueling point.
- Turn all pumps off.
- Turn the valves to the leak off.
- Repair or replace the affected pieces.
- Open valves and start the pumps.
- Check for additional leaks.
- Proceed with refueling operations.

o. Emergency Procedures During Tactical Situations.

If the FARP site is under attack or under a threat of being overrun—

- Stop refueling.
- Evacuate supported aircraft.
- Disconnect FARP aircraft from the system by disconnecting the 50-foot pot hose from inside the aircraft.
- Abandon the system and evacuate the FARP area.

NOTE: The mission commander will brief all personnel on emergency procedures before the FARP mission begins.

p.

Preflight Procedures. Preflights will be conducted according to the operator's manual, the appropriate TM, and this SOP.

q. Safety

. All safety aspects must be considered during the planning and execution phases of the air assault FARP mission, and special safety considerations must be given night operations. The unit commander sets safety limitations depending on the actual mission; however, safety will not be sacrificed for mission completion during training.

r.

Environmental Factors. Environmental factors, such as local water tables, wildlife, and agriculture, will be considered during the planning and execution of the air assault FARP mission.

NOTE:

FM 10-68, FM 21-60, TM 55-1560-307-13&P, the appropriate aircraft operator's manual, and the appropriate aircraft checklist contain more information on planning and executing the air assault FARP mission.

s.

Self-Deployment Capability.

(1)

Planning. Planning information and guidance for self-deployment is found in FM 1-109.

(2)

Equipment. Equipment for the self-deployment mission is the standard ERFS as outlined in TM 55-1560-307-13&P.

(3) Responsibilities.

Each company commander must maintain the equipment needed to self-deploy. He must also ensure that personnel are properly trained in the use of self-deployment equipment and ALSE.

10. AQUA-GLO TEST PREPARATION PROCEDURES

a.

Put a fully charged battery into the meter assembly. (A fully charged battery will operate the ultraviolet light for about one hour. About 30 tests can be performed on one charge.)

b.

Turn the ultraviolet lamp assembly upside down and open the test pad slot. Using tweezers, take the recalibration standard pad and put it, colored side in toward the lamp, in the test pad slot. Do not touch the pad with your fingers; always handle it with the tweezers. Turn the lamp assembly right side up.

c.

Slide the meter assembly into the tracks on the ultraviolet lamp assembly.

d.

Recalibrate the meter assembly after each battery change and before each working day as follows:

(1) Turn the ultraviolet lamp on by pushing the lamp switch to ON and by holding the switch down for ten seconds. When the switch is pushed down, a high-pitched sound is emitted that should drop to a low-pitched sound when the pressure on the switch is released. These sounds indicate that the lamp is on. If the pitch of the sound does not drop when the pressure is released on the switch, the battery needs to be recharged.

(2) Move the lever on the lamp assembly across its scale to the set number indicated on the recalibration standard pad. For example, if the set number on the pad if 5.3, move the level to 5.3. Hold the hooded meter switch button in for about 30 seconds until the pointer above the meter scale becomes steady and holds its position.

(3) If the meter pointer does not point to zero, unscrew the plug screw on the side of the meter. Use the small screwdriver provided with the kit to adjust the meter so that the pointer points to zero.

(4) Take the recalibration standard pad out of the test pad slot, using the tweezers, and put it back in the kit pocket.

e.

Wipe the green glass light filters with a clean, soft cloth or paper towel.

11. FUEL SAMPLING PROCEDURES

a.

Couple the detector pad holder assembly, with the toggle valve closed (parallel to the line), to the sampling coupler. The detector pad holder assembly includes plastic tubing, detector pad holder, toggle valve, and sampling coupler.

b.

Flush the detector pad assembly as follows:

(1)

Put the end of the plastic tubing in a container that will hold more than a gallon of fuel.

(2)

Open the toggle valve by turning the handle up (at a right angle to the line).

(3)

Let about a gallon of fuel flow through the assembly into the container.

(4)

Close the toggle valve and uncouple the detector pad assembly.

c.

Unscrew the two halves of the detector pad holder. Using the tweezers, take a detector pad out of its envelope and put it, yellow side out, in the recess in the outlet side of the pad holder. Screw the pad holder assembly back together. Do not open the pad envelope until you are ready to put the pad in the holder. Do not touch the pad with your fingers; always use the tweezers. The pad can absorb moisture from the air and from skin, causing the test results to be false.

d.

Couple the detector pad holder assembly back to the sampling coupler, with the toggle valve closed; put the end of the plastic tubing into the neck of the plastic sampling bottle.

e.

Open the toggle valve and allow 500 milliliters (ML) of fuel to flow into the sample bottle. Close the valve.

f.

Uncouple the detector pad holder assembly from the sampling coupler, and unscrew the detector pad holder. Slip one prong of the tweezers into the notch in the pad holder, and lift the test pad out.

g.

Press the wet test pad between dry paper towels or blotters to remove the excess fuel. Press down on the pad firmly, move the pad with the tweezers to a dry place on the towel or blotter, and press again. Do this several times.

12. FUEL TEST PROCEDURES

a.

Use the tweezers to lift the damp test pad off the towel or blotter, and put it in the test pad slot in the bottom of the ultraviolet lamp assembly. Ensure that the yellow side faces the ultraviolet lamp.

b.

Turn on the lamp.

c.

Push in on the hooded button of the meter assembly with your left hand. Watching the meter scale, move the lever of the ultraviolet lamp assembly with your right hand until the meter points to zero.

d.

Release pressure on the hooded button and shut off the lamp switch as soon as the meter pointer settles to zero. The meter pointer should stabilize in about one minute.

e.

Take the reading from the scale behind the lever at the point where the lever is. With a 500-ML sample, this scale reads directly into parts per million (ppm) of water in the fuel. If the reading is 9 ppm or below, the test is finished and the fuel may be used. If the reading is 10 ppm (the lever is at 10) and the meter will not point to zero, follow these procedures:

(1)

Repeat the procedures in paragraph 10a through d.

(2)

Open the toggle valve and allow 100 ML of fuel to flow into the sample bottle. Close the valve.

(3)

Repeat the procedures in paragraph 11 and then a through d above.

f.

Take the reading from the scale behind the point where the lever is. Multiply that reading by 5 to find the ppm of water in the sample. For example, if the scale reading is 3, there are 15 ppm of water in the fuel. (The maximum reading with the Aqua-Glo test for a 100-ML sample is 60 (5 times 12).) A 100-ML sample is the smallest that will give an accurate test result.

g.

Take the fuel and the fuel system equipment out of service immediately if the fuel on retest shows more than 10 ppm of water. Follow the guidance in FM 10-68 for inspecting and testing the fuel and equipment.

J-57.

ENCLOSURES TO A FARP ANNEX

Figures J-24 to J-28 and Tables 8 to 10 show enclosures 1 through 8 to the FARP operations annex.

Figure J-24. Enclosure 1 to the FARP operations annex to a tactical SOP

Figure J-25. Enclosure 2 to the FARP operations annex to a tactical SOP

Figure J-26. Enclosure 3 to the FARP operations annex to a tactical SOP

Figure J-27. Enclosure 4 to the FARP operqations annex to a tactical SOP

Figure J-28. Enclosure 5 to the FARP operations annex to a tactical SOP

Table J-8. Enclosure 6 to the FARP operations annex to a tactical SOP

EXTENDED RANGE FUEL SYSTEM OPERATIONAL CHECKLIST

PREFLIGHT INSPECTION

1. Before applying electrical power for system operation, perform the checks and services listed in the PMCS, Table 2-6, TM 55-1560-307-13&P.

2.

Check all fuel manifold lines, electrical lines, grounding cables, and vent lines for installation, security, and chafing.

3.

Check the tank tie-down strap for security and chafing.

4.

Check to ensure that the ERFS tank is properly serviced (maximum of 580 gal per tank). Confirm that the vent lines are uncapped when fuel is in the tank.

5.

Take a fuel sample from each tank.

6.

Apply power to the ERFS with the APU or with the aircraft engines running.

7.

Open the appropriate tank cam levers (dump valves) one at a time.

8.

Perform power-on checks as follows:

a.

Check the operation of the press-to-test indicator lights.

b.

Turn on Pump #1 and hold it on until the pump engages. Ensure that the ON light illuminates and the pump is running. Turn Pump #1 off, and ensure that the pump shuts off.

c.

Check to ensure that each pump switch remains engaged after the pressure switch indicates that all pumps are operating. Allow at least a 10-second delay between each pump switch actuation. Turn all pump switches off when the fuel transfer is verified.

d.

Ensure that the press-to-test fuel low-level light indicates 1 minute of fuel remains in the tank.

e.

Turn the override switch to ON, then momentarily turn on any one pump. Check to ensure that the pump is operative. If it is not, the override switch is defective.

f.

Check to ensure that all system circuit breakers are in when the power is on.

g.

Check the entire system for fuel leaks.

h.

Verify that all pump switches are off.

i.

Close all tank cam levers.

Table J-9. Enclosure 7 to the FARP operations annex to a tactical SOP

EXTENDED RANGE FUEL SYSTEM FUEL TRANSFER CHECKLIST

FUEL TRANSFER CHECKLIST

NOTE 1:

To maintain aircraft CG, the tank burn sequence should be 4, 1, 3, 2.

NOTE 2:

After all of the aircraft ground checks have been completed, ensure that there is positive fuel flow from the ERFS to the aircraft.

1.

Open the cam lever for the appropriate tank.*

2.

Turn the forward auxiliary fuel switches off.

3.

Turn the aft auxiliary fuel switches off.

4. Place the fuel selector switch to the main tank having the lowest amount of fuel.

5.

Initiate fuel transfer when the main fuel tanks on the aircraft have decreased 1,000 pounds or sooner.

*These steps require a response from the flight engineer or crewchief when called for by the pilot.

6.

Turn Pumps #1 and #3 on and hold. (Allow at least a 1-second delay between each pump switch actuation.)*

7.

Turn Pumps #2 and #4 on if faster fuel transfer is desired.*

8.

Check all hoses and fittings for leaks.*

NOTE:

Do not use liquid level indicators for continuous fuel quantity readings during flight.

9.

Monitor the fuel levels in the main tanks. Turn all fuel pumps off when the main fuel tanks indicate 1,600 pounds.*

10.

Transfer fuel until the low-level warning lights illuminate. Fuel pumps will shut off automatically. Confirm that the fuel pumps are off.*

11.

Ensure that the cam lever is closed for the affected tank.*

12.

After the refueling operation is complete, verify that all fuel pumps are off and all tank cam levers are closed.*

Table J-10. Enclosure 8 to the FARP operations annex to a tactical SOP

AIR ASSAULT FARP REFERENCE CHECKLIST

UPON ARRIVAL AT SITE

1.

Ensure that aircraft to be fueled can land into the wind.

2.

Conduct a normal engine shutdown.

NOTE:

POL personnel may start unloading and setting up equipment. Unless the CE [crewchief] is needed during the shutdown phase, he may assist with the FARP layout.

3.

Stop engines after 2 minutes.

4.

Ensure that the PC/FE secures the aircraft (APU [auxiliary power unit] to stop).

5.

Ensure that the PC observes and directs the FARP site layout.

6.

Ensure that the PC inspects the FARP site layout. (A safety inspection should be conducted to ensure the proper installation of FARP equipment.)

7.

Check the FARP system under pressure for leaks.

8.

Take a fuel sample using Aqua-Glo test procedures.

9.

Record the fuel sample reading.

10.

Brief FARP personnel and place them in position.

11.

Commence refueling operations.

NOTE:

Anyone observing an unsafe practice or procedure will alert FARP personnel. All refueling operations will cease immediately.

Appendix J (continued)