Specifications

Chapter 6 – Mission Performance
Step Action
J.2.b.
Unloading Boat
Bow First
1 Ensure that the aircraft cargo ramp is fully lowered and the aircraft
cabin/cargo area door is fully retracted (open) (Figure 6-2).
2 Position two USCG fabricated, extended auxiliary ramps adjacent
to the aircraft cargo ramp. This will facilitate rolling wheeled
vehicles down the aircraft loading ramp.
3 Ensure all boat trailer straps are secure.
4 Ensure C-130 cargo winch is securely attached to the boat trailer
safety chains.
5 Remove tie-downs that secure boat trailer to the cargo area floor.
NOTE
6 Ensure spotters are positioned to determine top, bottom, and side
clearances of the boat, trailer, and aircraft fuselage components.
7 Using the C-130 cargo winch brake and if required, applying a
slight aft pull with the attached towline, slowly move the boat and
trailer from the cabin area and down the cargo ramps.
8 When there is sufficient clearance under and around the aircraft
fuselage, attach a vehicle with an approved hitch to the trailer and
tow the trailer as directed.
9 When directed, reinstall the searchlight, raise the radar pod and
other antennas, and prepare the boat for operations.
It maybe necessary to attach the boat’s towline to the aft tow bitt,
transom tie-down points, or trailer tie-down points to assist in pulling the
boat and trailer out of the cargo area.
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