# Mcrp 4-11.3P Navsea Ss400-Ad-Mmo-010 To 13C7-51-21 September 2007 Airdrop Of Supplies And Equipment: Rigging Loads For Special Operations

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Field Manual Headquarters No. 4-20.142 (10-542)
Department of the Army United States Marine Corps MCRP
Department of the Navy No. 4-11.3P
Department of the Air Force Naval Sea Command Washington, DC, 19 September 2007
Technical Order No. SS400-AD-MMO-010 No. 13C7-51-21

## Airdrop Of Supplies And Equipment: Rigging Loads For Special Operations Contents

Page

PREFACE ........v

INTRODUCTION........vii
Chapter 1
RIGGING HIGH SPEED LOW LEVEL AERIAL DELIVERY SYSTEM (HSLLADS)
CONTAINER LOADS ........ 1-1
Section I-Rigging the Container........ 1-1 Description of Load........ 1-1 Preparing Container ........ 1-2 Loading Container ........ 1-4
Constructing Container Straps ........ 1-5 Closing Container and Stowing Parachute ........ 1-6 Equipment Required........ 1-10 Section II-Modifying and Packing the 22-Foot and 28-Foot Cargo Extraction Parachutes ........ 1-11 Modifying Cargo Extraction Parachute Deployment Bag........ 1-11 Attaching Static Line and Bridle Loop Breakcord........ 1-14 Stowing Suspension Lines ........ 1-16 Packing Parachute ........ 1-16 Stowing Static Line........ 1-17

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## Preface Scope

This manual tells and shows how to rig the following airdrop loads for special operations:

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Four different High Speed Low Level Aerial Delivery System (HSLLADS) container loads rigged for airdrop from the MC-130 aircraft.
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Two different inflated Combat Rubber-Raiding Crafts (CRRC) rigged on a Combat Expendable Platform (CEP) for low-velocity airdrop from a C-130 or C-17 aircraft.
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The Rigging Alternate Method Zodiac (RAMZ) is rigged in an A-22 container for low-velocity airdrop from a C-130 or C-17 aircraft.
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The Naval Special Warfare Rigid Inflatable Boat (NSWRIB) is rigged for low-velocity airdrop on a specially designed platform from a C-130 or C-17 aircraft.
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Two different Advanced Rescue Crafts (ARC) rigged on a combat expendable platform (CEP) for low velocity airdrop from a C-130 or C-17 aircraft.
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The Wind Supported Aerial Delivery System (WSADS) Snow Goose is a low-cost, reusable, fully autonomous, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) that can be used to carry out a variety of missions at otherwise inaccessible locations for low velocity airdrop from a C-130 or C-17 aircraft.

## Applicability

This publication applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and the United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.

## User Information

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## Introduction Description Of Items

The descriptions of the items rigged in this manual are given below:

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High Speed Low Level Aerial Delivery System (HSLLADS): The HSLLADS container is an adjustable container made of an A-21 cargo cover and other airdrop items. The dimensions and weight capacity of the container is determined by the load being airdropped.
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Zodiac F470U Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC): The inflated Zodiac 470U boat is airdropped singly or in pairs. Each boat is 75 inches wide, 22 inches high, 185 inches long and may be airdropped utilizing a roll-up floor or hard deck. A single boat weighs approximately 322 pounds.
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Zodiac F470U Combat Rubber Raiding Craft rigged in an A-22 Container or Rigging Alternate Method Zodiac (RAMZ): The boat is rigged in an A-22 container rigged for lowvelocity airdrop over water. The boat is deflated and rigged for rapid inflation and deployment once in the water.
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Naval Special Warfare Rigid Inflatable Boat (NSWRIB): The NSWRIB is 108 inches wide, 100 inches high and 432 inches long. The boat rigged on its platform can weigh a maximum of 20,640 pounds.
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Advanced Rescue Craft (ARC): The ARC is rigged on a 48- x 87-inch combat expendable platform for low-velocity airdrop. The load can be rigged with or without a 20-man life raft and a rescue board, a rucksack, and an aid bag. The ARC is 70 inches high, 48 inches wide and 111 inches long. The ARC is 1,140 pounds when rigged.
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Snow Goose: The Wind Supported Aerial Delivery System (WSADS) Snow Goose is a lowcost, reusable, fully autonomous, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that can be used to carry out a variety of missions at otherwise inaccessible locations. It is quickly configurable for air or ground launch deployable missions.

## Special Considerations Caution

Only ammunition listed in FM 4-20.153/MCRP 4-11.3B/TO 13C7-18-41
may be airdropped. Only ammunition and supplies approved for high
velocity or HSLLADS airdrop may be airdropped by HSLLADS. When
a dangerous material is being rigged, the container must be marked,
labeled and comply with AFMAN 24-204(I)/TM 38-250/NAVSUP PUB
505/MC0 P4030.19H/DLAI 4145.3. A copy of this manual must be
available to the joint airdrop inspectors during the before and after
loading inspections.

HSLLADS Container. The following items apply to the HSLLADS container:

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A multiple drop of four HSLLADS containers may be airdropped on one pass provided the total weight of the load does not exceed 2,200 pounds.
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The type XXVI nylon webbing used to secure multiple HSLLADS loads will be furnished by the US Army.
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HSLLADS containers are airdropped from the MC-130 aircraft only.

## Introduction

Note. For Air Force use only. A HSLLADS container weighing at least 250 pounds may be airdropped for continuance training purposes only, provided the 35 pounds per square foot minimum is maintained. For unilateral training loads honeycomb is not required.

Boats and Parachutists. The following items apply to boats and parachutists:

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At no time will the total number of static lines on the anchor line cable for personnel and cargo exceed 20.
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The total rigged weight of rubber raiding craft loads on CEP must be a minimum of 2,100 pounds. Sandbags or other ballast may be added to the platform for this purpose.
# Chapter 1 Rigging High Speed Low Level Aerial Delivery System (Hsllads) Container Loads

## Section I-Rigging The Container Description Of Load

1-1. The HSLLADS container (Figure 1-1) is an adjustable container made of an A-21 (nylon) cargo cover and other airdrop items. The assembled items are rigged to ensure that the container will withstand the shock of the parachute opening when airdropped at high speeds.

## Preparing Container

1-2. Dimensions of the load base in these procedures are typical. The size of the load base may change to fit other supply loads. Prepare the load base and HSLLADS container as shown in Figures 1-2 and 1-3.

When a container is rigged for delivery from Air Force aircraft, the rigged weight divided by the largest surface area (measured in square feet) must be a minimum of 35 pounds per square foot.

1.
Drill 1/2-inch diameter holes 4 inches from each corner and 1 inch from the edge of a 3/4-
by 30- by 48-inch piece of plywood.
2.
Center two additional 1/2-inch diameter holes on each 48 inch side of the skid 4 inches
from each other and 1 inch from the edge.
3.
Thread a 12-foot length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing through each pair of holes in the
skid. (Doubled, type III nylon cord may be used).
Note.  Denoted skid tiedown numbers are referred to in Figure 1-7.

4.
Center a 30- by 48-inch piece of honeycomb on the skid.
5.
Thread three 12- foot lengths of type X nylon webbing through the keepers on the A-21
cargo cover.
6.
Place the cover, with the webbing down, on top of the honeycomb and skid.
7.
Center another 3/4- by 30- by 48-inch piece of plywood and a 30- by 48-inch piece of
honeycomb on top of the cargo cover. This is the load base.

## Loading Container

1-3. Place the items to be airdropped on the honeycomb in the manner shown in Figure 1-4. Place the durable or heavy items on the bottom and the lighter or more fragile items on the middle or top layers. Use the cellulose wadding, felt or honeycomb to cushion the rigged items. Use honeycomb to level and square the load before closing the container.

Note. The rigged container must weigh at least 250 pounds but no more than 600 pounds.

1. Place the items to be airdropped on the load base.
Note. Only items that have been tested and approved for high-velocity or HSLLADS airdrop may be loaded in this container.
2. Square the load using the necessary honeycomb pieces.
3. Place a 3/4-inch piece of plywood cut to fit on each side of the load. 4. Tie the plywood in place with type III nylon cord.

## Constructing Container Straps

1-4.
 Construct two container straps as shown in Figure 1-5.
1.
Cut a 33-inch and a 2 1/4-inch length of type X nylon webbing.
2.
Sear both ends of the webbing (not shown).
3.
Sew a friction adapter and buffer in one end and a loop in the other end.
4.
Use number 3 or 5 cord and sew the 6-inch, four-point WW stitch.

## Closing Container And Stowing Parachute

1-5. Close the container and secure the skid as shown in Figures 1-6 and 1-7. Attach and restrain a 22
foot cargo extraction parachute to the load as shown in Figures 1-8 and 1-9. If a 22-foot cargo extraction parachute is not available, use a 28-foot cargo extraction parachute.

1. Close the cargo cover, and fold under the excess material. 2. Place a 3/4-inch piece of plywood, cut to fit, on top of the load. 3. Fit the loop end of a container strap on the bolt of a cargo suspension clevis. 4. Pass the free end of a 12-foot, type X nylon webbing strap (attached to the A-21 container
cover) through the container strap's friction adapter.
5. Attach the second container strap to the other end of the 12-foot, type X nylon webbing
strap and then bolt the second cargo suspension clevis in the same manner as in steps 3 and 4.
6. Run the remaining type X nylon webbing straps around the container. Pass the ends of the
straps under and up through the cargo suspension clevises.
7. Place a D-ring on each end of the type X nylon webbing straps.

## Steps:

1. Tie an end of the 12-foot length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon (positioned on the skid in Figure 1
1) to each clevis indicated below under the first tie column using three half-hitch knots and one overhand knot.
2. Form a loop an appropriate distance from the end of each piece of 1/2-inch tubular nylon for
the second tie. Pass the free end through the clevis indicated below in the second tie column and back through the loop. Pull the 1/2-inch tubular nylon tight, and tie it with three half-hitch
knots and one overhand knot.

| Skid Tie-down Number    |
|-------------------------|
| 1                       |
| 2                       |
| 3                       |
| 4                       |
| 5                       |
| 6                       |
| Clevis 1                |
| Clevis 1                |
| Clevis 1                |
| Clevis 2                |
| Clevis 2                |
| Clevis 2                |
| Clevis 2                |
| Clevis 2                |
| Clevis 2                |
| Clevis 1                |
| Clevis 1                |
| Clevis 1                |

1.
Prepare and pack a 22- or 28-foot cargo extraction parachute according to TM 10-1670
277-23&P (28ft) or TM-1670-279-23&P (22-ft).
2.
Place the adapter web of the cargo extraction parachute on a cargo suspension clevis.
3.
Place four D-rings on the bolt of the cargo suspension clevis that has the adapter web
attached.
4.
Tighten all straps. Fold any excess webbing, and tape it or tie it with 80-pound cotton
webbing.
The load band must be as tight as possible to prevent it from stretching when it is attached to the release system.

1. Be sure the parachute is installed so that the apex faces forward in the aircraft. Restrain
the parachute to the load with a tie of one turn of single, type I, 14-inch cotton webbing from each of the four cluster attaching loops to the straps on the container.
2. Use a 15-foot tiedown strap or a length of type XXVI, nylon webbing with two D-rings
attached as a load band around the rigged HSLLADS container at the estimated vertical center of balance.
3. Place the two D-rings on the front of the load. Secure the tiedown strap with a D-ring and a
load binder.

## Equipment Required

1-6.

 The equipment needed to prepare and rig the HSLLADS container is listed in Table 1-1.

| National Stock Number        | Item                                                    | Quantity    |
|------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------|-------------|
| 4030-00-678-8562             | Clevis, 3/4-inch medium                                 | 3           |
| 4030-00-360-0304             | Clevis, small                                           | 3           |
| 4020-00-240-2146             | Cord, nylon, type III, 550-lb                           | As required |
| 1670-00-360-0321             | Cover, canvas, type A-21 bag                            | 1           |
| 8135-00-664-6958             | Cushioning material (Cellulose wadding)                 | As required |
| 5365-00-937-0147             | D-ring, 10,000- lb                                      | 6           |
| 8305-00-958-3685             | Felt, 1/2-inch                                          | As required |
| 1670-00-753-3928             | Pad, energy-dissipating, honeycomb                      | As required |
| Parachute, cargo extraction: |                                                         |             |
| 1670-00-687-5458             | 22-ft. or                                               | 1           |
| 1670-00-262-1797             | 28-ft. with deployment-bag                              | 1           |
| 5530-00-618-8073             | Plywood, 3/4-inch                                       | As required |
| 1670-00-136-9820             | Static line, cargo parachute with universal static line | 1           |
| No NSN                       | Strap, container assembly (fabricated locally)          | 2           |
| 1670-00-937-0271             | * Tie-down assembly, 15-ft.                             | 1           |
| Webbing:                     |                                                         |             |
| 8305-00-268-2411             | Cotton, type I, 1/4-inch                                | As required |
| 8305-00-082-5752             | Nylon, tubular, 1/2-inch                                | As required |
| 8305-00-268-2455             | Nylon, tubular, 1-inch                                  | As required |
| 8305-00-261-8585             | Nylon, type VIII                                        | As required |
| 8305-00-261-8584             | Nylon, type X                                           | 12 yd.      |

* When the following item is not available, the following items are required:

| 1670-00-937-0272    | Binder, load, 10,000-lb.    | 1      |
|---------------------|-----------------------------|--------|
| 1670-00-937-0147    | D-ring                      | 2      |
| 8305-00-206-9219    | Webbing, nylon, type XXVI   | 15-ft. |

## Section Ii-Modifying And Packing The 22-Foot And 28-Foot Cargo Extraction Parachutes Modifying Cargo Extraction Parachute Deployment Bag

1-7. Remove the pendulum line, safety cords, deployment bag bridle loop, and V-rings from the deployment bag as shown in Figure 1-10. Construct two bridle straps as shown in Figure 1-11. Attach the bridle straps to the deployment bag as shown in Figure 1-12.

Note. 1. If the 28-foot cargo extraction parachute is to be used, the deployment bag must be used. Prepare the bag as you
would for the 22-foot cargo extraction parachute.
2. Do not remove the slot reinforcement.
1.
Cut the V-rings off the deployment bag.
2.
Cut the safety cords off the bag.
3.
Cut the bridle loop strap from the deployment bag.
1.
Cut two 24-inch lengths of treated, type VIII nylon webbing.
2.
Sear the cut ends.
3.
Form a 4-inch roll in the center of each strap.
4.
Stitch around the roll and across the center of the roll with ticket 3 nylon cord.
1.
Sew one end of a bridle strap to a main strap (on each side of the bag) with a 5-inch fourpoint WW stitch formation. Use ticket 3 nylon cord.
2.
Cross the bridle straps diagonally over the end of the bag. Sew the free end of each bridle
strap to the main strap on the other side of the bag with a 5-inch four-point WW stitch formation.

## Attaching Static Line And Bridle Loop Breakcord

1-8. Using the G-14/Universal Static Line (USL) cargo parachute static line, attach the static line to the bag bridle straps with a length of 1-inch tubular nylon webbing as shown in Figure 1-13. Make the bridle loop break cord tie as shown in Figure 1-14. Stow the static line as shown in Figure 1-15.

1.
Use G-14 cargo parachute static line or USL.
2.
Pass a length of 1-inch tubular nylon webbing through the static line break cord attaching
loop and around the crossed bridle straps to make a two-ply tie. 1.
Secure the 1-inch tubular nylon webbing with a surgeon's knot, locking knot, and an
overhand knot in the running ends.
2.
Pass a length of coreless type III nylon cord through the parachute bridle loop and through
the static line break cord attaching loop.
3.
Tie the coreless type III, nylon cord using a surgeon's knot and locking knot with an overhand
knot in the running end (not shown).

## Stowing Suspension Lines

1-9. Use ticket number 8/7, cotton thread instead of retainer bands to stow the suspension lines. Attach the thread to the suspension line retaining straps by making a loop around the straps. Place the suspension line stow between both ends of a length of ticket number 8/7, cotton thread. Secure the ends with a surgeon's knot and a locking knot.

## Packing Parachute

1-10. Pack the 22-foot cargo extraction parachute according to the procedures in TM 10-1670-279-23&P/
TO 13C5-27-2/NAVAIR 13-1-28. If using the 28-foot cargo extraction parachute, pack the parachute according to the procedures in TM 10-1670-277-23&P/TO 13C5-28-2/NAVAIR 13-1-30.

Note. Make the bag-closing tie using one turn single, type I, 14-inch cotton webbing.

## Stowing Static Line

1-11. Stow the static line as shown in Figure 1-15.

1.
Attach a retainer band to each of the two cluster attaching loops nearest the static line.
2.
S-fold the static line, and secure it with the installed retainer bands.
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## Chapter 2 Rigging Combat Rubber Raiding Craft Section I-Rigging Single Zodiac F470U Boat Description Of Load

2-1. The description of the load rigged in this section is given below.

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Inflated zodiac F470U rubber raiding craft. This boat is rigged on a 75- by 144-inch combat expendable platform (CEP) with one G-12E cargo parachute. The weight of the boat is 250 pounds. When inflated, the boat is 75 inches wide, 185 inches long and 22 inches high. One or two 35-horsepower outboard engines that weigh 136 pounds each power the boat shown or one 55 horsepower engine that weighs 215 pounds with a full fuel tank, six paddles weighing a total of 24 pounds and two sets of air pumps with hoses are parts of each boat's equipment.
Note. A 40-horsepower engine is the largest that may be used on this boat when the boat is equipped with the accordion floor. An engine as large as 65-horsepower may be used on this boat without the accordion floor.

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Accompanying load. An accompanying load weighing at least 650 pounds but no more than
1,170 pounds must be dropped with the boat.

## Preparing The Platform

2-2. Build a new CEP, or recondition a used one, using the procedures shown in Figures 2-1 through 2-4 and as described below. This platform is used for all the loads in this chapter.

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New platform. When no used CEP is available, build a new platform for this load as shown in Figures 2-1 through 2-4. Salt-treated lumber is recommended for the platform frame.
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Used platform. When a used CEP is available, inspect and recondition it as described below.
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Inspecting for damaged or missing parts. Check the platform to see that all parts are present.
Inspect each part carefully for damage. When the following conditions exist, the platform is not suitable for use until it is repaired:
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Any part is missing.
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A stringer or spacer block is broken, cracked, split, or severely gouged.
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A plywood panel is cracked or gouged through at least one ply for a width of 2 inches
or more.
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A plywood panel is gouged for a length of 12 inches or more.
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Inspecting parts, screws or nails. Check the entire platform for loose stringers, spacer blocks, and plywood panels. Also, check for loose, missing, damaged, or protruding screws, bolts or nails. These defects may be corrected as follows:
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Nail loose parts that are undamaged. Do not nail in original holes or in the grain line used before. Use screws when possible.
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Replace loose, damaged, or missing nails, screws, and bolts. Reset or remove and replace protruding nails, screws, and bolts.
1.
Mark, cut and layout two 4- by 4- by 144-inch pieces of treated lumber to be used as
longitudinal stringers. Place them 75 inches apart on a level surface with the crowns of the stringers down.
2.
Mark, cut and layout four 2- by 6- by 75-inch pieces of treated lumber to be used as lateral
stringers across the longitudinal stringers, placing one at each end and the other two at the
center as shown.
3.
Mark, cut and layout the four 2- by 4- by 75-inch pieces of treated lumber to be used as
lateral stringer across the longitudinal stringers, placing the two stringers next to each 2- by 6- by 75-inch end stringer as shown.
4.
Using the measurements shown, measure and mark reference lines and position the eight
lateral stringers in place. Apply waterproof construction adhesive to each lap joint. Square the platform frame and tack the lateral stringers to the longitudinal stringers using 16d nails. Place each nail 3 inches inboard of each lateral stringer.
Note. CEPs built before June 2006 that were used with the Type IV connector link will be used until exhausted.

Notes. 1. All dimensions shown are in inches.

2. Drawing is not to scale.

5.
Turn the frame over and square the frame.
6.
Mark, cut and place two 2- by 6- by 144-inch pieces of treated lumber to be used as
longitudinal stringers on the frame. Assemble and position the inboard side of each stringer 312 inches from the center of the frame's width as shown. This will create a 7 inch
space between the two inboard longitudinal stringers.
7.
Ensure the platform is still square and mark reference lines for the inboard longitudinal
stringer placement across each lateral stringer. Apply waterproof construction adhesive to each lap joint and tack the longitudinal stringers to the outboard lateral stringers using one 8d nail placed 2 inches inboard from each end.
8.
Drill two diagonally spaced 3/16-inch diameter pilot holes, 212 inches deep at each lateral
stringer intersection of the two inboard longitudinal stringers. Install a 212-inch screw into each pilot hole.
Note. Ensure the screw heads are tightened flush with the surface of the longitudinal stringers.

Notes. 1. All dimensions shown are in inches.

2. Drawing is not to scale.

1. Turn the platform over so the lateral stringers are facing up and ensure the frame is
square.
2.  Apply waterproof construction adhesive to one side of each spacer block. Adhere the four
2- by 4- by- 10-inch spacer blocks to the outboard longitudinal stringers as shown, maintaining 7 12 inches between the lateral stringers and stringer blocks.
3.  Center and adhere the two 2- by 6- by 32-inch spacer blocks on the inboard longitudinal
stringers.
4.  Drill two diagonally spaced 3/16-inch diameter pilot holes, 4 inches deep, 1 1/2-inches from
the ends of the lateral stringer. Install a 4-inch screw into each pilot hole. Ensure the screw heads are tightened flush with the surface.
Note. Do not position the pilot holes on the extreme corners of the frame where the corners will be cut-off later.

5.  Drill a 3/16-inch diameter pilot hole, 2 1/2 inches deep, and 1 1/2 inches from the end of
each spacer block. Drill one hole in each end of the four outboard spacer blocks and two holes at each end of both inboard spacer blocks. Install a 2 1/2-inch screw into each pilot hole. Ensure the screw heads are tightened flush with the surface.
Notes. 1. All dimensions shown are in inches.

2. Drawing is not to scale.

1.
Apply waterproof construction adhesive to each lateral stringer and spacer block. Mark, cut
and layout three 34- by 48- by 75-inch sheets of plywood across the platform frame, positioning the plywood flush with the frame's edges. Nail each plywood sheet to the platform frame using one 8d nail placed 2 inches in from the corner of each plywood sheet.
2.
Using a chalk line, locate and mark the centerline of each lateral stringer across the
plywood as shown. Repeat for the four longitudinal stringers.
3.
At the reference line intersection, drill a 3/8-inch diameter hole through the plywood and
framing.
Notes. 1. All dimensions shown are in inches. 2. Drawing is not to scale.

4. Using a 7/8-inch countersink bit, countersink a 14-inch hole in each 3/8-inch diameter hole
prepared in Step 3.
5. Turn the platform over. Using a 1-inch diameter countersink bit, countersink a 34-inch hole in
each outboard 3/8-inch diameter hole prepared in step 4. Additionally, countersink a 34-inch
hole in each inboard 3/8-inch diameter hole prepared in step 4.
Note. Do not countersink holes too deep or the platform will be structurally weakened.

6. From the plywood side, insert 6-inch carriage bolts into each outboard longitudinal stringer
hole and 4-inch carriage bolts into each inboard longitudinal stringer hole. Tap the bolt heads into place. Install a washer and nut to the outboard bolts only and tighten until the top of the bolt head is flush with the plywood surface.
Note. The washers and nuts will be installed onto the inboard carriage bolts when the platform is turned over.

7.
Starting 412 inches inboard from the sides and 1 inch in from each end of the platform, drill
a 2-inch deep pilot hole using a 3/16-inch bit at 6-inch intervals. Repeat for the plywood
edges that are flush together across the lateral stringers. Install a 2-inch screw into each pilot hole and tighten flush with the surface.
8.
Using the inboard lateral stringer chalk lines previously prepared as a guide, drill 3/16-inch
diameter pilot holes across the platform at each lateral stringer. Start 4 1/2-inches inboard from the platform side at 6-inch intervals. Install a 2-inch screw into each pilot hole and
tighten flush with the surface.
9.
Drill additional pilot holes 1 inch inboard from the ends of each inboard lateral stringer, 1
inch inboard from each platform edge and at 6 inch intervals into the spacer blocks. Install a 2-inch screw into each pilot hole and tighten flush with the surface.
Notes. 1. All dimensions shown are in inches.

2. Drawing is not to scale.

1.
Mark a 2-inch square on each corner of the platform. Draw a diagonal line across each
square as a reference line and saw off each corner with a circular saw to start the cut, and a handsaw to finish through the cut thickness.
2.
Turn the platform right side up, install washers and nuts to the inboard carriage bolts, and
tighten until the top of the bolt head is flush with the plywood surface.
3.
Drill a 2-inch hole, 3 inches and centered through the front lateral stringer and plywood as
shown.
Note. Inspect the platform. Make sure there are no protruding screws, nails or bolts on the bottom of the platform.
4. Label the tiedown spaces on each longitudinal stringer as shown above.

## Installing Suspension Slings

2-3. Install four 16-foot (2-loop), type XXVI nylon webbing slings as suspension slings on the platform.

Use two 334-inch two-point link assemblies or two type IV link assemblies with covers to finish installing the suspension slings. Installation is shown in Figure 2-5.

Note. The two-point link cannot be installed on platforms manufactured before June 2006.

1.
Run a 16-foot (2-loop), type XXVI sling from the right side of the platform through tiedown space A2.
2.
Run a 16-foot (2-loop), type XXVI sling from the left side of the platform through tiedown space D2.
3.
Join the two slings together between the center longitudinal stringers using a 334-inch two-point link
(shown) or a type IV link assembly. Place the link on the floor between the longitudinal stringers.
Note. If using the type IV, place a link cover around the type IV link and secure.

4.
Repeat steps 1, 2 and 3 to install the rear slings through tiedown spaces A8 and D8.

## Stowing Sandbags

2-4. Fill 16 sandbags with 35 pounds of sand or gravel in each bag. Stow the sandbags in the platform recesses as shown in Figure 2-6.

Ensure that all sandbags are securely tied to the platform recess to prevent them from separating from the load during the extraction deployment sequence.

1.
Lay two sandbags in each platform recess as shown.
2.
Tie a length of type III nylon cord across both sandbags and to the appropriate tie down
spaces.
3.
Form an X over each pair of sandbags using type III nylon cord and tie the cord to the
appropriate tie down spaces.
Note. For training drops, use less sand or remove the sandbags before de-rigging the boat.

## Attaching Lashings To The Platform

2-5. Using ten 18-foot and two 26-foot lengths of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing, attach the lashings to the CEP as shown in Figure 2-7.

1. Girth-hitch the 18-foot lengths of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing through tiedown spaces
A1, A3, A5, A7 and A9 on the right outboard longitudinal stringer and through tiedown spaces D1, D3, D5, D7 and D9 on the left outboard longitudinal stringer.
2. Pass one of the 26-foot lengths of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing through tiedown spaces
B1 and C1. Even the ends and make an overhand knot about 18 inches from the tiedown spaces.
3. Pass one end of the other 26-foot length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing through tiedown
spaces B8 and C8. Even the ends and make an overhand knot about 18 inches from the tiedown space.

## Building, Placing And Securing Honeycomb Stacks

2-6. Build the honeycomb stacks as shown in Figure 2-8. Place and secure the honeycomb stacks as shown in Figure 2-9.

Stack
Number
Pieces
Width
(Inches)
Length
(Inches)
1 2 3
1 1 1 2
36 36 36
5
96 96 96 96
Glue a 5- by 96-inch piece of honeycomb flush with each outside edge of the full sheet of honeycomb.

Note. To prevent damage to the honeycomb, tape the edges where the type III nylon cord passes.

1.
Pass a length of type III nylon cord through tiedown spaces A3 and B3 (not shown).
2.
Pass a length of type III nylon cord through tiedown spaces A7 and B7 (not shown).
3.
Pass a length of type III nylon cord through tiedown spaces C3 and D3 (on the left side of
the platform) and another length through tie down spaces C6 and D7.
4.
Lay a 36- by 96-inch piece of honeycomb on the right side of the platform 23 inches from
the front of the platform. Tie the honeycomb in place with the type III nylon cord placed in Steps 1 and 2 (not shown).
5.
Lay a 36- by 96-inch piece of honeycomb on the left side of the platform 23 inches from the
front of the platform. Tie the honeycomb in place with the type III nylon cord placed in Step 3.
6.
Center and glue stack 3 over stacks 1 and 2 flush with the front and rear of the
honeycomb.
7.
Tie stack 3 to the inboard longitudinal stringers of the platform with lengths of type III nylon
cord.

## Preparing Boat

2-7. Inflate the boat except the keel. If the keel is inflated, let the air out. Install the hose clips as shown in Figure 2-10. Prepare boats with a hard deck (aluminum floorboards) as shown in Figure 2-11. Prepare boats with a roll-up floor as shown in Figure 2-12. Prepare and position honeycomb in both boats as shown in Figure 2-13.

1.
Remove the hose clips from the stowage pockets behind the transom on the left and right
sides of the boat (not shown).
2.
Place the hose clips around the hoses connecting the upper and lower tubes, and tighten the
hose clips with the wing nuts provided.
1. Drill two 1/2-inch holes in both sides of each floor panel. 2. Drill two additional holes in the rear floor panel centered near the aft edge. 3. Run a 4-foot length of 1/2-inch or 1-inch tubular nylon webbing through both holes prepared
in Step 1. Tie the ends of the nylon webbing together with a square knot and an overhand knot in the running ends on the bottom of the platform .(Not shown)
Note. Additional floorboard holes may be drilled to accommodate the accompanying load.

4.
Run a 6-foot length of 1/2-inch or 1-inch tubular nylon webbing through the two holes
prepared in Step 2. Secure as in Step 3.
5.
Install the floor panels, and inflate the boat.
Note. Additional ties may be added to panels to accommodate the accompanying load.

6.
Start at the bow of the boat and name the in-boat tiedowns on the right side A, B, C and D.
Name the in-boat tiedowns on the left side E, F, G and H.
7.
Tie chemical lights to the bow of the boat and to the center side carrying handles with type
I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing if dictated by mission requirements (not shown).
8.
Using type III nylon cord, tie the paddles to the side of the boat in the holders provided.
9.
Stow an air pump and air hose in each of the pockets provided in the right front and left
rear of the boat.
1. Girth hitch a 14-foot length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing to the bracket on the inboard
side of the transom.
2. Girth hitch two 14-foot lengths of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing to the second in-floor D-ring
from the rear of the boat. Pass the running ends through the nearest safety rope D-ring and over the side.
3. Girth hitch one 14-foot length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing to each of the three
remaining in-floor D-rings. Pass each running end through the nearest safety rope D-ring and over the side.
4. Start at the bow of the boat and name the in-boat tiedowns on the right side A, B, C and D.
Name the in-boat tiedowns on the left side E, F, G and H.
Notes. 1. All dimensions given are in inches.

Note. The procedures in Step 1 are only used on boats with hard deck (aluminum floorboards).

1. Pass a 13-foot length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing through each in-boat tiedown
positioned in Steps 4 and 5 of Figure 2-11. Even the ends, and tie in place with a girth
hitch. Lay the lengths outside the boat.
Note. Boats with or without hard deck (aluminum floorboards) will be prepared as shown in Steps 2, 3 and 4.

2. Set a 13- by 36-inch piece of honeycomb against the transom. 3. Make 2- by 54-inch cutout on each side, starting from the same end, of a 36- by 96-inch
piece of honeycomb.
4. Place the honeycomb on the floor of the boat with the cutouts against the paddles.

## Positioning Boat

2-8. Center the boat on the platform with the transom even with the front edge of the honeycomb as shown in Figure 2-14.

1.
Set the boat on the platform with transom even with front edge of the honeycomb.

## Preparing, Placing, And Securing Accompanying Load

2-9. Prepare the Johnson Enforcer or Bombardier outboard engine and fuel tanks as shown in Figure 2-
15. Prepare the three tiedown rings as shown in Figure 2-16. Place the engines, fuel tanks, and load as shown in Figure 2-17. Secure the tiedown rings as shown in Figure 2-18. Secure the engines, fuel tanks, and load as shown in Figure 2-19.

1.
Wrap the lower unit of the outboard engine with cellulose wadding and tape in place.
2.
Tie a 6- by 12-inch piece of honeycomb to the lower unit of the outboard engine using type
III nylon cord. Tape edges of honeycomb with cloth backed adhesive tape to prevent cutting by the type III nylon cord.
3.
Lay a 6- by 6-inch piece of honeycomb on the engine. Fold the operating handle onto the
honeycomb and tie in place with type III nylon cord Wrap the handle with cellulose
wadding and tape in place (not shown).
4.
Tie the engine cover in place with two lengths of type III nylon cord (not shown). Wrap the
housing with cellulose wadding and tape in place.
Note. Put only five gallons of fuel in each container if collapsible plastic containers are used. Force out all air before closing them. Pad between plastic tanks and engine or other equipment with 1/2-inch felt (not shown).

5.
Make sure the fuel tank is at least 1/2 full but no more than 3/4 full (not shown).
Note. If using a metal fuel tank pad with several layers of cellulose wadding, do not cover the handle and tape the wadding in place.

1.
Use a 60-inch length of 1-inch nylon webbing to make a two-ply tiedown ring 10 inches in
diameter.
2.
Tie the ends of the webbing together with a square knot, and tie an overhand knot in each
free end.
3.
Wrap the nylon webbing using 2-inch adhesive tape.
4.
Repeat steps 1 through 3 to form a second tiedown ring (not shown).
5.
Use a 120-inch length of 1-inch tubular nylon webbing to make a four-ply tiedown ring 10
inches in diameter. Tie the nylon as in Step 2. Wrap as in Step 3.
An accompanying load weighing at least 650 pounds but no more than 1,170 pounds must be dropped with a single Zodiac F470U boat. Safety the engine to a convenient point in the boat with a length of 1/2-inch or 1-inch tubular nylon webbing.

1.
Lay the outboard engine, operating handle facing up, in the rear of the boat. Place the top
of the engine 3 inches from the transom.
Note. If placing a second engine, prepare as in Figure 2-15 and place as shown above.
2.
Set the fuel tank beside the lower unit.
Note. Up to four collapsible tanks may be rigged in each boat.
3.
Lay the rucksacks in the boat. Tie the frames together using type III nylon cord.
4.
Place the weapons between the two rows of rucksacks. Tie them to a convenient D-ring on
the boat with two lengths of type III nylon cord (not shown).
Note. Use the following procedures when securing the tiedown ring in boats with a roll-up floor.

1.
Place a two-ply tiedown ring over the accompanying load as described.
2.
Tie a loop in the standing end of the 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing. Tie an overhand knot
in the running end.
3.
Pass the running end of the 1/2-inch tubular nylon through the tiedown ring.
4.
Pass the running end of the 1/2-inch tubular nylon through the loop made in Step 2. Pull it
tight and tie with three alternating half hitch knots. Tie an overhand knot in the running end.
Note. The purpose of this method of tying is to allow the lashings to slide easily off the tiedown ring once cut.

Note. Use the following procedures when securing the tiedown ring in boats with a hard deck (aluminum floorboards).

5.
Place a two-ply tiedown ring over the accompanying load as described.
6.
Tie a loop in one end of the 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing. Tie an overhand knot in the
running end.
7.
Pass the loop end through the tiedown ring.
8.
Pass the opposite end of the 1/2-inch tubular nylon through the loop made in Step 6, pull it
tight and tie with three alternating half hitch knots. Tie an overhand knot in the running end.
1.
Cut and place honeycomb over the accompanying load as shown.
Note. Honeycomb placement over the accompanying load is optional.

2.
Center a two-ply tiedown ring (Figure 2-16) on the middle unit of the outboard engine.
Note. Keep the two-ply, 10-inch tiedown ring centered over the middle unit of the outboard engine. Use the procedures in Figure 2-18 to secure the in-boat tiedowns, depending on the type of floor used in the boat.

3.
Pass one tie from in-boat tiedowns C, D, G, and H on both sides of the boat and from the
tiedown on the transom through the tiedown ring. Tie each tie to the loop made in one of the running ends. Secure them to the ring as shown in Figure 2-18 accordingly.
Note. Route the ties on the transom through the handle on the fuel tank. Secure the fuel tank to a convenient D-ring with type III nylon cord.

4.
Center a two-ply tiedown ring on the rucksacks.
5.
Use in-boat tiedowns A, B, E and F to restrain the load as described in Step 3 above.

## Installing Load Cover And Lashing Boat

2-10. Place a 5- by 10-foot piece of cotton duck or nylon cover over the accompanying load and lash the boat to the platform as shown in Figure 2-20.

1.
Place a 5- by 10-foot piece of cotton duck or nylon cover over the accompanying load.
Push the edges of the cloth down between the load and the side of the boat.
2.
Tie the cloth in place with type III nylon cord using the D-rings on the sides of the boat.
3.
Tie all the 18-foot lashings to the four-ply, 10-inch tiedown ring as described in Figure 2
16, Steps 1 through 5.
4.
Pass one end of the rear lashing around each side of the bow. Tie the ends together with
an overhand knot. Tie the remainder of the lashing to the four-ply, 10-inch tiedown ring as described in Figure 2-18, Steps 5 through 8.
5.
Use the intermediate loop tie to tie each end of the front lashing to the four-ply, 10-inch
tiedown ring as described in Figure 2-18, Steps 5 through 8.

## Safety Tieing Suspension Slings

2-11. Safety the suspension slings as shown in Figure 2-21.

1.
Raise the suspension slings and install deadman's tie according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4
11.3JNAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5/.
2.
Lower the suspension slings until they touch the tie down ring.
3.
Tie each sling to the tiedown ring with two lengths of 80-pound, 1/4-inch cotton webbing.
4.
Tape the slings together at the tiedown ring and at 2-foot intervals with two turns of paper
masking tape.

## Stowing Parachute

2-12. A 15-foot cargo extraction parachute is used to deploy the G-12 cargo parachute after the load is pushed from the aircraft. When used as a deployment parachute for this load, the 15-foot cargo extraction parachute is packed in a T-10 deployment bag.

Note. If the standard 15-foot parachute deployment bag is attached to the parachute, remove the bag at the bag retaining line.

-
Packing the 15-foot extraction parachute. Use the following items to pack the 15-foot cargo extraction parachute in a T-10 deployment bag for use with this load as shown in Figures 2-22 through 2-26:

One T-10 deployment bag with universal static line

Retainer bands as required

Type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing

Ticket number 5, 8/4 cotton thread

One large cargo suspension clevis
In addition, for a parachute with a 36-inch adapter web, use one 9-foot (3-loop), type XXVI nylon sling and one two-point connector link.

1.
Attach retainer bands to the first eight stow loops on each side of the T-10 deployment bag.
2.
Flat fold and long fold the canopy according to TM 10-1670-278-23&P/TO 13C5-26
2/NAVAIR 13-1-27/TM 01109C-23&P/1.
1.
Pass two lengths of type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing through the bridle loop of the
deployment bag to form a 3-inch loop. Cross the ends of the webbing over the bridle attaching loop. Tie them with a surgeon's knot and locking knot.
2.
S-fold the canopy into the deployment bag, starting at the upper right corner of the bag.
1.
Make the locking stows as shown above and according to TM 10-1670-293-23&P/TO 14D1
2-467-2/TM 01136C-23&P/2.
2.
Make the first suspension line stow with the upper right retainer band.
3.
Continue stowing the lines from side to side.
4.
Pass a length of type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing through the right side connector link, the
connector link loops, and the suspension line protector flap loop. Tie it with a surgeon's knot and locking knot. Repeat the procedures on the left side. 1.
Attach a two-point, 3 3/4-inch link assembly to a 36-inch adapter web.
2.
Attach a 9-foot (3-loop), type XXVI nylon sling to the two point 3 3/4-inch link assembly.
3.
Bolt a cargo suspension clevis or a two-point, 3 3/4-inch link assembly to the free end of the
sling (shown).
1. S-fold the deployment line and the universal static line. Place them on top of the deployment
bag.
2. Secure the deployment line and the universal static line in place with two lengths of type I,
1/4-inch cotton webbing wrapped around the lines and the bag.

## Stowing The G-12 Cargo Parachute And 15-Foot Cargo Extraction Parachute

2-13. Prepare and stow one G-12 cargo parachute as shown in Figure 2-27. Stow the 15-foot cargo extraction parachute as shown in Figure 2-28.

1.
Lay a 36- by 55-inch piece of honeycomb on the top front of the accompanying load. Extend it
1-inch past the transom.
2.
Bend the honeycomb over the load towards the sides of the boat. Tie it to convenient places
with type III nylon cord. Use tape under the cord to prevent it from cutting the honeycomb. (not shown)
3.
Set a G-12 cargo parachute on top of the honeycomb with the bridle toward the front of the
platform.
4.
Tie each corner of the parachute to the platform with one length of type I, 1/4-inch cotton
webbing.
5.
Attach the 9-foot sling from the 15-foot cargo extraction parachute to the G-12 cargo
parachute deployment bag with a cargo suspension clevis (medium) or a two-point, 3 3/4-inch link assembly.
1.
Lay the 9-foot sling of the cargo extraction parachute on top of the G-12 cargo parachute.
2.
Place the 15-foot cargo extraction parachute on top of the 9-foot sling.
3.
Tie the extraction parachute to the G-12 cargo parachute with four lengths of ticket number 5,
8/4 cotton thread.
4.
Attach rubber retainer bands to the riser retaining loops on the G-12 cargo parachute. Fold
the static line, and hold the folds in place with the retainer bands.

## Installing Parachute Release

2-14. Use the M-1 or the automatic cargo parachute release on this load as shown in Figure 2-29 and according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.

1.
Perform the pre-drop activation test to insure the automatic cargo parachute release is fully
functional and ready to use according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.
2.
Prepare, install, and safety the M-1 cargo parachute release according to FM 4-20.102/
MCRP 4-11.3J NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.
3.
Prepare, install, and safety the automatic cargo parachute release according to FM 4
20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.
Note. When using the automatic cargo parachute release, install a 25-foot drag line from the G-12
deployment bag to the main body of the automatic cargo parachute release.

## Installing Flotation Device

2-15. Use flotation devices on training loads to help recover the parachute and parachute deployment bag.

Install the flotation devices as shown in Figure 2-30. Recommended flotation devices include dock bumpers, life preservers, diving buoys, and two 12- by 12-inch pieces of honeycomb taped with waterproof tape.

1.
Tie one flotation device to the G-12 cargo parachute deployment bag clustering attaching
straps with 1-inch tubular nylon.
2.
Tie one flotation device to the clevis between the cargo parachute and the parachute release
assembly with a length of 1-inch tubular nylon webbing.

## Equipment Required

2-17. The equipment needed to prepare and rig this load is listed in Table 2-1. Additional items may be listed with the load description.

## Airdrop

| National Stock Number                                                 |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 8105-00-285-4744                                                      |
| 1670-00-568-0323                                                      |
| No NSN                                                                |
| No NSN                                                                |
| 1670-01-064-4928                                                      |
| 4030-00-090-5354                                                      |
| Bag, sand                                                             |
| Band, rubber, parachute                                               |
| Bolt, carriage, 3/8-in dia, 7-in long, with washer and nut (add eight |
| for training)                                                         |
| Bolt, carriage, 3/8-in dia, 5-in long with washer and nut             |
| Centerline (G-12E, 57 feet)                                           |
| Clevis assembly, large, 1-in., shackle                                |
| 4030-00-678-8560                                                      |
| 8305-00-242-3593                                                      |
| 4020-00-240-2146                                                      |
| 1670-00-360-0328                                                      |
| 8135-00-664-6958                                                      |
| Clevis, shackle, 3/8 inch diameter                                    |
| Cloth, cotton duck, 60 inches                                         |
| Cord, nylon, type III, 550 lb                                         |
| Cover, clevis, large                                                  |
| Cushioning material, cellulose wadding                                |
| 1670-01-476-3131                                                      |
| 5306-00-435-8994                                                      |
| 1670-00-039-5073                                                      |
| 1670-00-487-6077                                                      |
| 5510-00-220-6146                                                      |
| 5510-00-220-6148                                                      |
| 5510-00-220-6274                                                      |
| 5315-00-010-4657                                                      |
| 5315-00-010-4659                                                      |
| 5315-00-164-5121                                                      |
| 1670-00-753-3928                                                      |
| Deployment bag, w/o static line                                       |
| Deployment bag, parachute (G-12)                                      |
| Link assembly, two-point, 3 3/4"                                      |
| Link assembly connector, type IV                                      |
| Lumber: (Platform)                                                    |
| 2- by 4- by 10-in                                                     |
| 2- by 4- by 75-in                                                     |
| 2- by 6- by 30-in                                                     |
| 2- by 6- by 75in                                                      |
| 2- by 6- by 144-in                                                    |
| 4- by 4- by 144-in                                                    |
| Nail, steel, wire, common:                                            |
| 6d                                                                    |
| 8d                                                                    |
| 20d                                                                   |
| Pad, energy-dissipating, honeycomb,                                   |
| 3- by 36- by 96-in                                                    |
| 6- by 6-in                                                            |
| 6- by 12-in                                                           |
| 7- by 17-in                                                           |
| 7- by 28-in                                                           |
| 7- by 36-in                                                           |
| 36- by 55-in                                                          |
| 36- by 96-in                                                          |
16
As required
8 4 2 1 1
4 yd
As required
1
As required
1 2 2 4 4 2 4 2 2
As required As required As required
4 sheets
(1) (1) (1) (2) (2) (1) (3)

## Airdrop (Continued)

National Stock Number
Item
Quantity
1670-00-788-8666
Parachute, G-12
1
1670-01-063-3715
Parachute Cargo 15-ft Extraction
1
5530-00-128-4981
Plywood, 3/4- by 48- by 75-in
3
Release, cargo, airdrop:
1670-01-097-8816
M-1, cargo parachute release
1
1670-01-337-4366
Automatic cargo parachute release
1
Sling, cargo, airdrop:
1670-01-062-6301
3-foot (2 loop), type XXVI
2
1670-01-062-6304
9-foot (2 loop), type XXVI
1
1670-01-062-6302
16-foot (2 loop), type XXVI
4
1670-01-063-7761
20-foot (2-loop), type XXVI
1
7510-00-266-5016
Tape, adhesive, pressure sensitive,
As required
2-in, OD
8125-00-074-5124
Tape, adhesive, cloth backed, type
As required
IV, 2-in
8310-00-917-3945
Thread, cotton, 8/7 (ticket 5)
As required
8305-00-268-2411
Webbing, textile (cotton, type I,
As required
Nat, 1/4-in, 80lb.)
8305-00-262-2455 (GRN)
Webbing, textile nylon, tubular
As required
8305-00-082-5752 (WHT)
1/2-in, OD
8305-00-268-2455
Webbing, textile nylon, tubular, 1
As required
in

## Section Ii-Rigging Double Zodiac F470U Boat Description Of Load

2-18.  The description of the load rigged in this section is given below.

-
Inflated Zodiac F470 rubber raiding craft. This boat is rigged in tandem on a 75- by 144-inch combat expendable platform (CEP) with a G-12E cargo parachute. Tandem loads require two parachutes. The boats weigh 250 pounds each. When inflated, each boat is 75 inches wide, 185 inches long, and 22 inches high. One or two 35-horsepower outboard engines that weigh 136 pounds each power the boat shown or one 55-horsepower engine that weighs 215 pounds with a full fuel tank. Six paddles weighing a total of 24 pounds and two sets of air pumps with hoses are part of each boat's equipment.
Note. A 40-horsepower engine is the largest that may be used on this boat when the boat is equipped with the accordion floor. An engine as large as 65-horsepower may be used on this boat with a solid floor.

-
Accompanying load. An accompanying load weighing at least 650 pounds but no more than
1,170 pounds must be dropped with the boat.

## Preparing The Platform

2-19. Build a new CEP, or inspect and repair a used platform, using the procedures shown in Figures 2-1 through 2-4 and as described in paragraph 2-2.

## Installing Suspension Slings And Stowing Sandbags

2-20. Install four suspension slings on the platform according to paragraph 2-3 and Figure 2-5. Stow sandbags on the platform according to paragraph 2-4 and Figure 2-6.

## Placing And Securing Honeycomb Stacks

2-21.  Build, place, and secure the honeycomb stacks as shown in Figures 2-8 and 2-9

## Preparing Boats

2-22. Inflate the boats except the keel. If the keel is inflated, let the air out. Install the hose clips as shown in Figure 2-10. Prepare the boats as shown in Figures 2-10 through 2-12.

## Positioning First Boat

2-23.  Position the first boat as shown in Figure 2-14.

## Preparing And Stowing Accompanying Load

2-24. Prepare and stow the outboard engines, fuel tanks, paddles, all boat accessories, and accompanying load as described in paragraph 2-9 and Figures 2-15 through 2-17.

## Leveling, Covering, And Lashing First Boat And Accompanying Load

2-25. Level the load on the first boat, position the load cover, and lash the boat to the platform as described below, and shown in Figure 2-31.

-
Use honeycomb pieces to level the load to the top of the engine. If collapsible fuel tanks are used, fit honeycomb around them by standing the honeycomb on edge for support.
-
Place a 30- by 90-inch piece of honeycomb on top of the leveled load.
-
Cover the load as shown in Figure 2-20.
-
Lash the boat to the platform as shown in Figures 2-18, 2-20, and 2-31.

## Placing And Loading Second Boat

2-26. Prepare, place, load, and cover the second Zodiac F470U boat as shown in Figure 2-32.

1.
Inflate the second boat except the keel (not shown). Prepare it according to Figures 2-10
through 2-12.
2.
Prepare, stow, and cover third engine, fuel tanks, and load items according to Figures 2-15
through 2-20.

## Lashing Second Boat To Platform

2-27. Lash the second boat to the platform as shown in Figures 2-32 and 2-33.

## Safety Tieing Suspension Slings

2-28. Make a deadman's tie, and safety the suspension slings according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4
11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figures 2-21 and 2-33.

1.
Center the four-ply tiedown ring over the load cover of the second boat.
2.
Position the lashings and tie them to the tiedown ring as shown in Figures 2-18 through 2-20.
3.
Raise the suspension slings, and make the deadman's tie, using 1/2-inch double or 1-inch
tubular nylon webbing according to FM 4-20.102/ MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO 010/TO 13C7-1-5, using 1/2-inch double or 1-inch tubular nylon webbing.
4.
Lower the slings and tie them to the tiedown ring as shown in Figure 2-21.

## Stowing Parachutes

2-29. Stow parachutes as described below.

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Lay a 36- by 55-inch piece of honeycomb across the load cover of the second boat as shown in Figure 2-34.
-
Prepare and pack the 15-foot cargo extraction parachute as described in paragraph 2-12.
-
Prepare two G-12 cargo parachutes. Stow them on front of the load according to FM 4 20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.
1.
Lay a 36- by 55-inch piece of honeycomb across the load cover of the second boat extending
1-inch past the transom.
2.
Bend the honeycomb over the load. Tape the edges of the honeycomb (not shown).
3.
Set two G-12 cargo parachutes on the honeycomb with the riser extension compartment up
and the bridle toward the front of the platform.
4.
Cluster the parachutes together with single lengths of type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing.
5.
Secure the parachutes to convenient points on the load with four lengths of type I, 1/4-inch
cotton webbing.
6.
Attach the deployment line (9-foot, type XXVI nylon webbing sling) from the packed 15-foot
extraction parachute to the G-12 bridles with a two-point link assembly or a medium clevis (not shown)
7.
Center the 15-foot cargo extraction parachute on top of the G-12 cargo parachutes. Safety it
in place with ticket number 5, 8/4 cotton thread.
8.
S-fold the slack in the deployment line, and tape the folds. Secure the clustering clevis to the
riser extension tiedown loops with a double length of type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing (not shown).
9.
Remove the left secondary bag closing tie from both G-12 parachutes (not shown).

## Installing Parachute Release

2-30. Use either one M-1 release or two automatic cargo parachute releases according to FM 4
20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.

1.
Attach the riser extensions on the G-12 parachutes to the two parachute connectors on the
M-1 release. Safety the release to convenient points on the platform with type III nylon cord.
2.
Attach 20-foot type XXVI nylon webbing, riser extensions to the main body of the hydraulic
cargo release.
3.
Attach a 3-foot sling to the release fitting shackle (lower body).
4.
Attach opposite ends of the 20-foot riser extension to the large clevis.
5.
Secure both releases to the donut using a single turn type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing on both
ends of each release (not shown).
6.
Secure the 8 spool load coupler or large clevis to the donut using one turn type I, 1/4-inch
cotton webbing (not shown).
7.
Tape excess webbing of 3-foot sling with masking tape.
8.
Secure cherry buoy to the main body of the hydraulic cargo release with 1-inch tubular nylon
webbing. (not shown)

## Equipment Required

2-31. In addition to the items listed in Table 2-1, use one additional G-12 cargo parachute, four 36- by 96
inch pieces of honeycomb, two 5- by 96-inch pieces of honeycomb, two 30- by 90-inch pieces of honeycomb, one 13- by 36-inch piece of honeycomb, and one eight spool coupler and another automatic cargo parachute release and another 20-foot (2-loop), type XXVI sling.

## Marking Rigged Load

2-32. Mark the rigged load according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO
010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figure 2-36. If the accompanying load varies from the one shown, the weight, height, and CB must be recomputed.

Make the final rigger inspection required by FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4 11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 before the load leaves the rigging site.

Note. Remove the plastic and tape from the fuel pump and filter and reattach them before using the MARS engine. Inflate the keel before using the boat.

Weight: (maximum suspended weight) ........ 3500 pounds
Height ........86 inches Width........75 inches Length........189 inches Overhang: Front ........16 inches Rear ........29 inches CB (from front edge of platform)........60 inches

## Chapter 3 Rigging Zodiac F470U Boat In A-22 Cargo Bag Description Of Load

3-1. The description of the load rigged in this section is given below.

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The Zodiac F470U Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC) is described in this chapter. This boat is rigged in an adapted A-22 cargo bag on a 48- by 48-inch skid board for low-velocity airdrop over water. The boat is rigged with the 35-horsepower Marine Amphibious Reconnaissance Submersible (MARS) engine installed on the boat transom. This boat is designed for rapid inflation and deployment of the boat. The load shown weighs 600 pounds.
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The accompanying load is limited to equipment that can be stowed on both sides of the engine
box and secured within the A-22 cargo bag. No accompanying load is shown.
This load differs from other rubber boat loads. Strict adherence to rigging procedures is critical.

## Adapting A-22 Cargo Bag

3-2. Adapt the long and short tiedown straps on the sling assembly of the A-22 cargo bag as shown in Figure 3-1.

1.
Install a V-ring to one end of a 36-inch length of type VIII nylon webbing. Prepare a second
assembly in the same way.
2.
Thread the free end of each length of type VIII nylon webbing through the quick fit adapter on
the long tiedown strap. Repeat for the short tiedown strap. 3.
Install a parachute harness snap to each of the remaining long and short tiedown straps on
the sling assembly. Install the parachute harness snap so that it will open inward when the A 22 container is closed.
4.
Make a pull handle for each parachute harness ejector snap.

## Constructing Engine Protection Box

3-3. Construct the engine protection box as shown in Figure 3-2. If the engine protection box is to be recovered and reused, construct the box of oiled marine-grade plywood and aluminum braces. For one-time use, standard plywood and nails may be used.

Note. This drawing is not to scale.

1. Drill 1/2-inch holes as shown in a 3/4- by 48- by 48-inch piece of plywood. This piece will be
the bottom.
2. Drill 1/2-inch holes as shown in two 3/4- by 17- by 51-inch pieces of plywood. These pieces
will be used as the sides.
3. Cut a 2- by 1/2-inch slot in each side 19 inches from the front edge and 4 inches from the top. 4. Cut two 3/4- by 17- by 18-inch pieces of honeycomb to be used as the ends.
5. Join the ends and the sides of the box with a 17-inch length of angled aluminum. Fit the ends
of the box to the outside edges of the sides.
6. Drill four holes (one at each end of the brace and two evenly spaced between the end holes).
Install bolts and nuts using 1 1/2-inch diameter fender washers under each bolt and each nut.
Note. This drawing is not to scale.

7.
Center the sides of the box over the bottom so that the ends overhang the bottom 1 1/2
inches at the front and rear.
8.
Join each end of the box to the bottom with a 14-inch length of angled aluminum. Drill holes
and install fasteners and washers as in step 6. Note that the total overhang at each end for a
51-inch box is 2 1/4 inches.
9.
Join each side of the box to the bottom with a 20-inch length of angled aluminum centered
along each side. Drill holes and install fasteners and washers as in step 6.
10.  Fill a Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) cylinder with compressed
air at 3000 pounds per square inch (psi), and position the cylinder in its mounting plate. Place the cylinder on the left side of the box base so that the cylinder is 1-inch from the box side, and the cylinder valve flush with the front edge of the base. A carbon fiber apparatus (SCUBA) cylinder with compressed air at 4500 psi may also be used.
11.   Remove the cylinder. Using the mounting plate as a template, drill holes through the box
base. Install the mounting plate using the bolts provided.
12.
 Sew a V-ring to a 30-inch length of type VIII nylon webbing.
13. Attach a parachute harness strap to another 30-inch length of type VIII nylon webbing using
the friction adapter on the snap. Make a pull handle for the snap as shown in step 4 of Figure 3-1.
14. With the snap opening facing the inside of the box, attach the strap with the parachute
harness snap to the slot on the left side of the box using a friction adapter.
15. Attach the strap with the V-ring to the slot on the right side of the box with a friction adapter.
16. Place one 13- by 17-inch piece of foam padding in each front side of the box. Secure them
with type III nylon cord tied through the holes in the sides of the box.

## Preparing Skid And A-22 Cargo Bag And Placing Engine Box

3-4. Prepare the skid board and A-22 cargo bag assembly as shown in Figures 3-3 and 3-4. Place the engine box as shown in Figure 3-5.

1. Drill 1/2-inch holes in skid board according to Figure 3-2, step 1.

1.
Place the skid board on dunnage to allow lifting by forklift. (not shown)
2.
Center a 24-inch length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing through each corner hole.
3.
Pass a length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing through each pair of holes in the sides of the
skid board.
4.
Center a 36- by 42-inch piece of honeycomb on the skid board as shown.
5.
Center the scuff pad of the A-22 sling assembly over the honeycomb and skid board.
1.
Center the A-22 cover assembly over the scuff pad. Tuck the slings and cover flaps around
skid board to allow working space.
2.
Center the base of the engine box over the skid board and A-22 cargo bag.
3.
Tie the corners of the skid board to the corners of the engine box using the lengths of 1/2
inch tubular nylon webbing placed in step 3 of Figure 3-4.

## Preparing Engine And Securing Engine In Box

3-5. Prepare a 35-horsepower MARS submersible engine and secure it in the engine box as described below:

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Prepare the engine with the assistance of a boat operator as described below.

Place the shift lever in the NEUTRAL position

Open the throttle fully

Place the dewatering valve in the OUT position

Coat the ignition components with moisture-resistant sealer
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Place the engine in the engine box, pad it with honeycomb, and secure it as shown in Figure 3-6.
Note. This length will vary with the model of the engine used. See Step 5 for proper alignment.

1. Cut a piece of honeycomb as shown. Place it in the bottom of the engine box. 2. Cut the second piece of honeycomb as shown. Place it in the box, aligning the rear edge with
the rear edge of the first piece.
3.
Place the engine in the box with the skeg touching the rear of the box.
4.
Push the propeller and the anti-ventilation plate down into the honeycomb.
5.
Make sure the metal ledge below the engine cover rests on the honeycomb as shown. (The
box is NOT shown here for visual purposes.)
Note. Make sure the engine cover does not rest on the honeycomb.
Leave the engine retention cable outside the box.
6.
7.
Place four 6- by 30-inch pieces of honeycomb in the box on each side of the lower engine
shaft.
8.
Fasten the engine restraint strap snugly over the engine. Pass the strap between the engine
mounting bracket and drive shaft housing.
9. Place a layer of 6- by 26-inch honeycomb on each side of the engine, flush with the rear
corners of the box.
10. Place an 18- by 18-inch piece of honeycomb flush over the rear of the box. 11. If the short-shaft engine is being rigged, place a piece of honeycomb or a piece of 2-inch thick
styrofoam between the top of the engine and the front end of the engine box.

## Preparing Boat And Inflation System

3-6. Prepare the F470U boat and the inflation system as described below.
-
Make a pressure check on the boat in accordance with the manufacturer's manual
-
Make sure the bow line is less than 12 feet long
-
Stow any tools, spare engine parts, foot pump, and hose in the bow storage pouches. Attach chemical lights (not red) to the zipper pulls if mission requirements dictate
-
Prepare the boat as shown in Figure 3-7
-
Prepare the inflation system as shown in Figure 3-8
1.
S-fold all loose boat lines. Secure the folds to adjacent rings with retainer bands.
2.
Loosen the transom straps.
1.
Make sure all four valves are set in the center of the inflation (red) position.
2.
Remove the isolator clamps from the shock absorption tubes. Store them in the pouch
provided. 3.
Connect the two Zodiac high-pressure inflation hoses to the Zodiac tee tube.
4.
Connect the Zodiac high-pressure inflation hoses to the buoyancy tubes.
5.
Connect the safety lanyard to the aft center D-ring with a small clevis.
6.
Make sure the cylinder is placed and secured in its holder, exactly as shown, and that the
hand wheel faces away from the box wall.
7.
Place a carabiner or small clevis on the engine securing cable.

## Collapsing And Folding Boat, Completing Inflation System Connection And Loading Fuel Tanks

3-7. Collapse the boat, attach it to the engine, and connect the inflation hoses to the cylinder as shown in Figure 3-9. Fold the boat over the engine box as shown in Figure 3-10. Stow the fuel tanks and make the final folds as shown in Figures 3-11 and 3-12.

Make sure the isolator clamps are removed from the shock absorption tubes and stowed. Also make sure all inflation valves are closed and in the center of the inflation (red) position.

1. Use an industrial strength vacuum cleaner to extract the air out of the buoyancy tubes and
the keel chamber of the boat. (not shown)
2. Fold the side tubes in toward the center. The bottom seams of the buoyancy tubes will lie
along the edge of the deflated boat. The left and right tubes will touch as they are folded toward the center of the boat.
3.
Open the mounting clips on the engine. Lift the transom of the boat with the help of an
assistant and slide the transom into the engine mounting clamps. Crush the surrounding honeycomb, if necessary.
4.
Make sure the clips are aligned with the metal engine mounting pads on the transom. Tighten
the engine mounting clamps.
5.
Attach the engine safety cable to the ring provided on the transom using a small clevis, or the
locking carabiner installed in Figure 3-8, Step 7 (not shown). 6.
Center the motor control handle in a 12- by 12-inch piece of honeycomb. Crush the
honeycomb to allow the handle to lay in it. Secure the honeycomb to the handle with two turns of masking tape.
7.
Route the main inflation hose down into the box on the left side. Allow a smooth turn of the
hose out of the box to where it joins the cylinder valve.
8.
Connect the inflation tube to its connector.
9.
Route the lanyard through the ring, and attach it to its connector.
1. Fold the boat up onto the box so that the second floor D-ring is nearly even with the front
edge of the box. Make sure the floor slats lie flat and the inflation system connections are intact.
Note. Any equipment, such as rucksacks, may be stowed at this stage along the sides of the box. Do not exceed the dimensions of this space or the capacity of the cargo parachutes. Use the pre-positioned Type III nylon cord to secure the equipment.

Note. Use 6-, 9-, or 18-gallon plastic collapsible fuel tanks. Use no more than four tanks.

1.
S-fold and tie the fuel lines on the tanks.
2.
Place the tanks in aviator kit bags, no more than two 6- or 9-gallon tanks per bag. Set the
bag on the shelf outside the engine box. Secure the bag to the engine box or to the tow rings on the boat. 1.
Fold the bow of the boat to the front as far as the front edge of the engine box.
2.
Support the boat at the rear with a 26- by 16-inch piece of honeycomb.
3.
Fold all lifelines under the boat (not shown).

## Securing A-22 Cargo Bag

3-8. Secure the A-22 cargo bag as shown in Figure 3-13.
1.
Fold the front and rear A-22 cover flaps up. Fold the excess of each flap under itself so that
the two flaps just touch.
2.
Fold the left and right flaps up in the same way as in step 1 above.
3.
Fasten the front-to-rear long and short tiedown straps using the modifications installed in
Figure 3-1. Position the fasteners so that they close on the front of the load (the engine end
of the boat).
4.
Tie a chemical light to the parachute harness snap.
5.
Fasten the left to right, long and short tiedown straps using the modifications installed in
Figure 3-1. Position the fasteners so that they close on the top left side of the load.
6.
Tie a chemical light to the parachute harness snap.
7.
Fold and tape any excess webbing.
8.
Bring all four support web assemblies to the top of the load. Tie all four together through the
D-rings as shown using a length of Type I, 14-inch cotton webbing tied in a square knot.
9.
Install the adapter webs so that the connector snaps face inward.
10. Close the lower and middle lateral connector snaps loosely so that the bag flaps are held
securely. Do *NOT* allow the lateral straps to touch the boat. Do not fasten the upper lateral straps. Fold them inward, and tape them to the support web assembly. 11.  Tie the skid board to the A-22 sling assembly where the lower lateral straps join the support
webs as shown using 12-inch tubular nylon webbing and according to FM 4-20.103/MCRP 4 11.3C/TO 13C7-1-11.

## Modifying Type Iv Link Assembly For Use With Hydraulic Release

3-9. Modify the type IV link assembly as shown in Figures 3-14 through 3-17, if the hydraulic release is used on this load.

Note. These drawings are not drawn to scale
1. Cut one spacer to the thickness shown above.

Note. These drawings are not drawn to scale.

1. Mill the other spacer to the specifications shown so that the D-rings on the A-22 adapter
webs fit over the spacer.
Note. These drawings are not drawn to scale.

1. Drill holes as shown in both sleeve pins of the link assembly. 2. Drill a hole in one end of the link assembly body as shown.
Note. These drawings are not drawn to scale.

1.
Drill a hole as shown in the closure end of the side plate.
2.
Place the milled single spacer on the same end of the link assembly body as the drilled hole.
3.
Assemble the link as shown. Place the side plate on the link assembly with the drilled hole at
the same end as the milled spacer.

## Installing Parachute Release And Parachutes

3-10. Install the automatic cargo parachute release as shown in Figure 3-18. Install two T-10 parachutes modified for cargo use as shown in Figures 3-19 through 3-21.

Note. Army units are not authorized to use the automatic cargo parachute release and must use the M-1 cargo parachute release. If parachutes other than the T-10 parachute are used, finish rigging the load according to FM 4-20.103/MCRP 4-11.3C/TO 13C7-1-11.

Note. Install the cargo release with the hydraulic cylinder section attached to the cargo slings and the release bolt to the 120-inch parachute risers.

1.
Install the automatic cargo parachute release to the split spacer side of the modified type IV
connector link as described in paragraph 3-9.
2.
Pass a suitable length of type III nylon cord through the hole in the baseplate of the type IV
connector link, leaving 18 inches.
3.
Pass the 18-inch end through the fabric loop in the front adapter web. Tie a loop as shown
with a bowline knot with an overhand in the running end.
4.
Tie the free end of the type III nylon cord to the drilled hole in the type IV link cover.
5.
Place the D-rings of the adapter webs on the milled spacer of the type IV connector link in the
following order: front, left, rear, right (clockwise or counterclockwise beginning with the front).
6.
Install the cover plate on the type IV connector link, facing the drilled hole away from the
release. Raise the adapter webs and make sure there are no twists in them.
1.
Tie a chemical light to the type IV connector link with type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing.
2.
Tape the adapter webs together in three places with paper masking tape.
3.
Attach two 120-inch connector straps to the bell portion of a small suspension clevis. Bolt the
clevis to the release.
4.
S-fold the riser extensions into 1-foot folds. Tape the folds in two places with paper masking
tape.
1.
Install two T-10 parachutes modified for cargo on the front of the load.
2.
Place both of the riser clevises in the loop of the riser extension. Secure the clevis pins and
make sure the clevis pins remain in the loops of the parachute risers.
3.
Tape the risers of each parachute individually in three places with two turns paper masking
tape, just behind the clevises, in the center and 6 inches from the H-bar.
4.
Tie the inside L-bar connector links on each parachute to the rectangular holes in the nearest
support web D-rings with type I, 14-inch cotton webbing.
1. Pass a single length of type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing through the support web at the second
lateral strap. Tie each end to the break cord attaching strap on each parachute deployment bag.
Note. A strobe light is shown at center. Local operating procedure or mission requirements may dictate use of special lighting.

## Installing Flotation Devices And Chemical Lights (Optional)

3-11. Install flotation devices to aid in the recovery of parachutes for training drops as shown in Figure 3 22. Install chemical lights for night operations as shown in Figure 3-23.

Note. Flotation devices and chemical lights may not be required for operational drops.

1. Tie a flotation device to the H-bar of the riser harness of each parachute with type III nylon
cord.
1. Tie chemical lights to the support webs on all sides of the load. An inverted V pattern is
shown. Unit standing operating procedures (SOP) will dictate the use of chemical lights.

## Marking Rigged Load

3-12. Mark the rigged load according to FM 4-20.103/MCRP 4-11.3C/TO 13C7-1-11 and as shown in Figure 3-24.

Make the final rigger inspection required by FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4 11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 before the load leaves the rigging site.

Note. The load shown includes 10 gallons of fuel and no additional equipment.

Weight: Load shown ........600 pounds Maximum load allowed with two T-10 cargo parachutes........900 pounds
Height ........ 56 inches Width ........ 51 inches Length ........ 51 inches

## Equipment Required

3-13. The equipment required to rig the F470U boat in the A-22 cargo bag is listed in Table 3-1.

Table 3-1. Equipment Required for Rigging F470U Boat in A-22 Cargo Bag
National Stock
Item
Quantity
Number
7125-00-577-5858 1670-00-587-3421 1670-00-568-0323 Local purchase No NSN 4030-00-360-0304 4020-00-240-2146 No NSN No NSN No NSN
Aluminum, angle, 90 degrees Bag, cargo, A-22 Band, rubber, parachute Bolt, 1/4- by 1 1/2- in, galvanized Charging yoke, SCUBA, w/dust cap Clevis, suspension, 5/8-in (small) Cord, nylon, type III, 550-lb Cylinder, SCUBA, compressed air Disconnect, 1/4-in, stainless steel male, NPT Disconnect, 1/4-in, stainless steel male, NPT, w/safety detent Flotation device,
LPU 3/P or B7
4220-00-059-6061 4220-00-657-2197 8135-01-005-8974 5330-01-363-2634 No NSN No NSN No NSN
Foam Gasket, paper Hose, Zodiac, high pressure inflation Hose, rubber, 1/4-in diam, 60-in length, high pressure, 3000 psig, ....w/male and female threaded ends Lanyard, safety, braided stainless steel, w/clips Light, chemical, wand,
Green
Red
6260-01-074-4229 6260-01-178-5559 1670-00-783-5988 No NSN Local purchase 1670-00-753-3928 1670-01-247-7151 5530-00-128-4981 1670-01-310-2875 5340-00-875-1861 1670-00-925-7843 1670-00-738-5879
Link assembly, type IV Mounting plate, single, SCUBA Nut, hexagonal, 1/4-in, galvanized Pad, energy-dissipating, honeycomb Parachute, T-10B (modified for cargo) Plywood, 3/4-in: 17- by 18-in 17- by 51-in 48- by 48-in Release, automatic cargo parachute, Snap, parachute harness Static line, personnel, (T-10/Universal Static Line) Strap, connector, extraction, 120-in Tape:
Masking, 2-in
7510-00-266-6710 7510-00-266-5016 4730-01-364-6035 No NSN 1670-00-986-1139 Local purchase
PSA, cloth-backed, adhesive, 2-in Tube, tee, Zodiac Valve, SCUBA V-ring, assembly Washer, fender, 1 1/2-in, galvanized
As required
1
As required
136
1 1
As required
1 1 1 2 2
2 sheets
4 2 1 1
As required As required
1 1
136
2 sheets
2 2 2 2 1 3 1 2
As required As required
1 1 3
272
| National Stock         |
|------------------------|
| Number                 |
| Webbing:               |
| 8305-00-268-2411       |
| Cotton, type I, 1/4-in |
| As required            |
| 8305-00-082-5753       |
| Nylon, tubular, 1/2-in |
| As required            |
| 8305-00-263-3591       |
| Nylon, type VIII       |
| As required            |

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# Rigging The Naval Special Warfare Rigid Inflatable Boat (Nsw Rib) For Low-Velocity Airdrop

## Description Of Load

4-1. The NSW RIB is a high-speed boat designed to be airdropped, and quickly recovered. It is rigged on a 21-foot Maritime Aerial Delivery System (MADS) platform. The platform separates from the boat during deployment, and drops with its own G-12 parachute. The platform is easily recoverable and reusable. The load requires four G-11 cargo parachutes. A water activated release system, with the M-2 release as a back up, ensures separation of the parachutes when the boat strikes the surface of the water. The maximum rigged load weight is 20,640 pounds, including an accompanying load that can vary according to the mission. The boat is 100 inches high, 108 inches wide and 432 inches long.

This load differs greatly from conventional airdrop loads. Strict adherence to these procedures is critical.

## Preparing Platform

4-2. Prepare a 21-foot MADS platform as shown in Figure 4-2.
-
Prepare and inspect the 21-foot MADS platform as explained in the manufacturer's manual.
-
Install the emergency restraint clevises to the front of the platform as shown in Figure 4-3.
-
Install and test the platform release pulley assembly as shown in Figure 4-4.
-
Install the platform recovery parachute as shown in Figure 4-5.
1.
Install a medium clevis assembly to each of the three holes in the links at the front of the
platform.
2.
Add washers to ensure a snug fit. Tighten the nuts just enough to allow the clevises to stay in
the positions shown.
1.
Secure the pulley assembly to the end ring of the push rod with a loop of 1/2-inch tubular
nylon cord tied with a square knot.
2.
Tie the running end to the extraction bracket with 1/2-inch tubular nylon.
3.
Pull on the free end of the cord to ensure that the push rod can be pulled fully against its
spring. 1.
Center a length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing with a girth hitch in the bell of a medium
clevis. Bring the ends of the webbing over the top of the suspension point and secure tightly with a surgeon's knot and locking knot, with overhand knots in the running ends. Repeat for the other side of the platform.
2.
Install a 9-foot, 2-loop, type XXVI nylon sling on the bolt of each medium clevis. Wrenchtighten the nuts. Pad each clevis with cellulose wadding and tape in place.
3.
Secure each clevis in an upright position with a length of type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing tied
to a convenient point on the platform.
4.
Pass the right sling up to a point centered between the four pairs of deck holes on the right
side of the platform. S-fold the sling as shown.
5.
Pass the left suspension sling across the rear between the pairs of deck holes, and up to
meet the right sling. S-fold the left sling in the same way.
6.
Pass an 18-inch length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing through each pair of deck holes to
the right of the extraction bracket. Tie with a square knot, with overhand knots in the running ends. Rotate the knots to the underside of the platform, and tape the nylon webbing.
7.
Tie the left suspension sling to each of the two pairs of deck holes with a single turn of type I,
1/4-inch cotton webbing.
8.
Place the free ends of both slings in the bell of a medium clevis, and place the clevis against
the base of the right rear stanchion.
9.
Tie the folds of the two slings together with a length of type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing.
10. Remove the tripled cotton webbing bag closing tie from the G-12-clevis. Install a 20-foot, 2
loop, type XXVI riser extension on the bolt of the G-12 clevis.
11. Stow the riser extension in the G-12E bag according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4
11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.
12. Inspect a water-activated parachute release (WAPR) according to the manufacturer's
instructions. Attach the discharge end of the WAPR to the riser extension.
13. Attach a 3-foot, 2-loop, type XXVI nylon sling to the stationary bolt of the WAPR.
14. Safety the bolt of the WAPR to the G-12 bag stow bar with one turn single type I, 1/4-inch
cotton webbing.
15. Fold the 3-foot sling in half and secure it with paper masking tape (not shown). Place the
sling under the G-12 riser extension flap.
16. Turn the parachute so that the WAPR faces the front of the platform. Connect the free end of
the 3-foot sling installed in step 13 to the clevis at the end of the platform suspension slings.
17. Remove the universal static line snap hook from a T-10 universal static line (not shown). 18. Girth hitch two retainer bands to each end of the riser extension stow bar. 19. Girth hitch the universal static line to the bridle loop of the G-12 cargo parachute. 20. Safety the bridle loop to the riser extension stow bar with one turn single of type I, 1/4-inch
cotton webbing.
21. S-fold the excess bridle assembly and secure it with tape. 22. S-fold the universal static line across the rear of the parachute, securing it with the retainer
bands installed in step 18. Wrap the retainer bands twice around the static line. 23. Place the G-12 parachute over the suspension slings, and align with the rear edge of the
platform and the center deck holes as shown. Tie the corners of the G-12 deployment bag to the ties placed in step 6 with type III nylon cord with the core threads removed.

## Installing The Platform Release System

4-3. Install the components of the platform release system as shown in Figures 4-6 and 4-7.

1.
Put tension on the central push rod using the pulley assembly. Insert the T-pin through the
push rod holes when the holes are aligned with the pin bracket. Connect the drawbar cable to the bolt end of the halyard shackle (Not shown).
2.
Install two M-21 reefing line cutters in the cutter brackets. Ensure that the screws on the
sides of the cutters are facing the deck of the platform. Ensure the cotter pins can be removed from the cutters once they are installed.
3.
Route a length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon as follows:
-
Through the left cutter bracket
-
Through the bell end of the locking halyard shackle
-
Through the inside of the left cutter bracket, and out through the left side
-
Through right cutter bracket
-
Back through the bell end of the locking halyard shackle, and up to the other free end of
the tie
4.
Tighten the screws in the bottom ends of the cutter brackets.
5.
Secure the running ends tightly with a surgeon's knot and locking knot, with an overhand knot
in the running ends.
6.
Disconnect the cable from the halyard shackle. Replace the shackle pin (not shown).
7.
Install a 10-foot length of 12-inch tubular nylon webbing to each M-21 cutter arming cable with
three alternating half hitches and overhand knots in the running ends. S-fold the excess and secure temporarily with retainer bands.
8.
Remove tension on the central push rod using the pulley assembly. Ensure the T-pin is
removed (not shown). 1.
Place a tiedown shackle in each scissor release unit. Make sure the large nuts face the edge
of the platform, and are facing up. Make sure the scissor units are closed around the shackles.
2.
Put tension on the central push rod with the lanyard attached to the pulley assembly. Insert
the T-pin through the push rod holes when the holes are aligned with the pin bracket.
3.
Check all eight scissor release units to make sure they are held in place by the lateral rods.
When the central push rod is under tension and held by the pin, the cams engage the lateral push rods to close the scissor releases.
4.
Tie a 60-inch length of 12-inch tubular nylon webbing to the outside leg of each scissor
release unit with three alternating half hitches and overhand knots in the running ends.
5.
Test the scissor release system as follows:
-
One person removes the T-pin at the front end of the push rod while another person
keeps the lanyard attached to the pulley under tension
-
A third person holds the nylon lines attached to each pair of shackles. Release the
tension from the pulley, and be sure all eight shackles release from the scissor release units as they are pulled by the lines (not shown)

## Installing Extraction Force Transfer Coupling (Eftc)

4-4. Install the drop arm retaining line as shown in Figure 4-8. Inspect and prepare the EFTC and a 24
foot cable in accordance with FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figure 4-9.

1. Tie a 60-inch length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing to the front right cradle bar with three
alternating half hitches and overhand knots in the running ends. S-fold the excess and secure it temporarily with a rubber retainer band.
1.
Mount the actuator in the bracket provided and install a 24-foot EFTC cable to the actuator.
2.
Route the cable through left stanchions 2, 3, and 4. Be sure that the cable does not contact
any spring or push rod end in the push rod system.
3.
Safety the cable to the flotation device securing brackets whenever possible.
4.
Tie the cable to the left rear stanchion arm with type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing.
5.
Install the EFTC latch assembly. Be sure the cable is routed under the suspension sling
before connecting it to the latch assembly.

## Lifting And Positioning Boat

4-5. Use the lift kit provided with the boat (four long slings, three short loops, and clevises, instructions)
to place the boat onto the cradles as shown in Figure 4-10. Be sure that the Airdrop Boat Preparation Checklist has been completed and signed before proceeding with the preparation of the boat.

1.
Attach a sling to each lifting provision with a screw-pin clevis, ensuring that the pins are
facing inboard to outboard.
2.
Assemble the lift kit according to the manufacturer's instructions.
3.
Position the boat with the bow facing the rear of the platform.
4.
Remove the lifting slings and shackles after positioning the boat (not shown).
5. Align the rear edge of the transom with the front edge of the platform, disregarding the rubber
bumpers.

## Preparing Boat

4-6. Prepare the boat as shown in Figures 4-11 through 4-16.

1.
Make sure the fuel tanks have no more than 68 gallons (75%) of fuel each (not shown).
2.
Close the four fuel vent shut-off valves (two port, two starboard) inside the control access
hatch.
3.
Turn the fuel shut-off valves (the two valves at the bottom) to the "OFF" position.
1. Remove the forward tow post. Stow and secure it in a convenient location.
Note. When the fourth row of bolster seats is removed for missions not needing them, steps 1 through 4 may be omitted.

1.
Remove the bolster seats from row 4. Remove the life ring and stow it in hold 2. Fold the row
4 bolster frame back on the rolled and tied splash guard. Secure the bolster frame with a length of type III nylon cord through the left and right deck rings on the swimmer deck, and through the center deck ring at the back of the swimmer deck.
2.
Center one seat on the floor face up. Place a second seat squarely over the first face down.
Place the third seat over the second face up.
3.
Tie all three seats together with a length of type III nylon cord.
4.
Run a length of type III nylon cord through the deck ring under the third bolster seat row, up
through the handle of seat two, over the top seat, and to the top center deck ring on the swimmer deck. Tie both running ends on top of the seats. 5.
Lower all the bolster seats in rows 1, 2, and 3 to their lowest position. Fold row 3 bolster seat
frame all the way forward.
6.
Tie the frame to the handrail in three places with type III nylon cord.
7.
Pad each corner of row 5 and 4 bolster frames with cellulose wadding and tape in place.
1.
Unbolt the supports for the radar arch and fold the arch forward so that it rests on its support
post.
2.
Secure the support arms to the radar arch with type III nylon cord tied through the bolt holes
of the arms.
3.
Glue three 20- by 6-inch pieces and one 6- by 6-inch piece of honeycomb together as shown.
Center the honeycomb under the radar unit. The radar unit should be supported by both the support post and the honeycomb.
4.
Attach a length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing to each of the center deck rings forming a
3/4-inch loop. Secure the radar arch with a CGU-1B tiedown assembly to the 1/2-inch tubular nylon, attaching the ratchet end to the front ring. Route the tiedown assembly over the radar unit as shown. 1.
Secure the three fire extinguishers behind the driver's compartment with type III nylon cord.
Route the cord under the storage box and through the holes on the necks of the fire extinguishers.
2.
Tie two 12- by 36-inch pieces of honeycomb to the instrument panel. Ensure that the
honeycomb is flush with the starboard side handrail, making sure the GPS and radar screens are accessible. Tape the edges of the honeycomb and tie it to the handrail with type III nylon cord.
Note.  This drawing is not to scale and all dimensions are in inches.

3. Place a 36- by 59-inch piece of honeycomb over the folded windshield. Crush and cut to
ensure that it completely covers the windshield surface. Ensure that the edge of the honeycomb and plywood is flush with the front of the console.
4. Drill 1/2-inch holes in a 1/2- by 38- by 59-inch piece of plywood as shown. Center and glue
the plywood over the honeycomb placed in step 3 above. Center a type III nylon cord tie over the center of the plywood from the left to the right handrail.
5. Secure the plywood on each side to the console handrails, through the side holes in the
plywood and to the push-pull pins.
1.
Make a handle for each exhaust port cover with 12-inch tubular nylon. Tie a length of type III
nylon cord to the handle and to the grommet on the aft sponson cover. Attach several pieces of interlocking velcro to the exhaust covers and attach the exhaust port covers in place.
2.
Tape the bottom edge of the deck drainage flap on each side of the transom.
3.
Tape the bilge pump overboard discharge holes on each side of the transom.

## Preparing The Sponson Inflation System

4-7. Prepare the sponson inflation system as shown in Figure 4-17.
1.
Make sure the hose connections for the sponson inflation system are tight (not shown).
2.
Remove the core threads from two 6-foot lengths of type III nylon cord. Pass one end of the
cord through the tiedown ring and tie it to the sponson activation cable ring. Repeat for the other side of the boat.
3.
Fold the excess cord and secure with retainer bands in the middle of the deck.

## Installing The Water Activated Parachute Release

4-8. Install the four water-activated parachute releases as shown in Figure 4-18.

1.
Place a shackle from the lift kit onto each suspension point, with the pin facing inboard to
outboard as shown. These must be used for lifting the load, not for suspension (not shown).
2.
Attach a 20-foot, 4-loop, type XXVI nylon sling to the discharge end of each WAPR (not
shown).
3.
Attach the WAPR to the suspension point, with the red dust cap facing inboard. Be sure that
the bolt faces inboard to outboard. Tighten the bolt wrench tight.
4.
Attach the three remaining suspension slings as in steps 1 through 3 above (not shown).

## Installing The Boat Cover, Sponson, Ties, And Sponson Covers

4-9. Install the boat cover as shown in Figure 4-19. Make the sponson ties as shown in Figure 4-20. Install the aft sponson covers as shown in Figure 4-21.

1.
Install the cover provided with the boat in a fore-to-aft direction. Pull the suspension slings
through the holes provided and raise them temporarily.
2.
Tie a loop of 12-inch tubular nylon to each sail car tie-down in the forward cockpit. Attach a
ratchet strap provided at the front of the cover to each loop, each strap attaching to the loop on the opposite side. Tighten the ratchet straps just enough so that tension on the cover is not placed on the lights and antennas on top of the radar arch. 3.
Secure the cover to the bustle of the boat through the two ports in the cover. Secure the end
of each ratchet strap to the folding padeye with a loop of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing.
4.
Adjust the ratchets to place tension on the cover (not shown).
5

5.
Run a length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon through the D-rings on both sides of the bustle, and tie
off, making a three-finger loop. Route the bolt rope through the loops of 1/2-inch tubular nylon and tighten the bolt rope along the edges of the cover on both sides of the boat. Be sure that the cover extends below the edges of the bustle. Form a loop in each running end of the bolt rope.
6.
Route a length of type III nylon cord through the looped ends of the bolt rope, around the
swim platform support bar, and through the center grommet on the boat cover, forming a continuous loop. Tie off with a cinch knot. 7.
Cut a length of type III nylon cord long enough to encircle the entire boat cover. Beginning at
the left rear sail car, route the cord up through the sewn D-ring on the cover, over through the next sewn D-ring, down through the tie-down ring or sail car, and up through the same sewn cover D-ring.
8.
Repeat this pattern all around the cover, pull the cord taut and tie it off to the right rear sail
car.
1.
Cut fourteen 6-foot lengths of type III nylon cord. Remove the core threads (not shown).
2.
Starting at the rear of the boat, route a length of type III nylon cord down through the sewn D-
ring on the boat cover, and through the sewn D-ring on the sponson. Have assistants support the weight of the sponson while tying the cord around both D-rings.
3.
Repeat step 2 with the next D-ring on the boat cover. Ensure that you only make a tie to
every other D-ring on the sponson.
4.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 on the other side.
1.
Slide the small end of the aft sponson covers into the slots provided.
2.
Fold the rear of the sponson inward, and raise the sponson cover over the fold.
3.
Pass a 36-inch length of type III nylon cord with the core threads removed through the D-ring
on the right angle corner of the sponson cover, and through the rear sewn D-ring on the boat cover. Tie the running ends together.
4.
Pass a 48-inch length of type III nylon cord with the core threads removed through the D-ring
on the front corner of the sponson cover, and through the second sewn D-ring on the boat cover. Tie the running ends together.
5.
Tie one end of a 60-inch length of type III nylon cord to the center grommet on the sponson
cover, and the other end to the last grommet on the boat cover. S-fold the excess cord and tape the folds with masking tape (not shown).

## Preparing Suspension Slings

4-10. Raise and safety the suspension slings as shown in Figure 4-22.

1.
Raise the suspension slings, allowing no twists in them.
2.
Make the deadman's tie in accordance with FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400
AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.
3.
Lower the slings. Route the suspension slings from the front of the platform through the
center hook-and-pile suspension sling straps on the boat cover (not shown).
4.
S-fold the rear suspension slings over the open hook-and-loop fasteners just ahead of the
sling exit port on the cover. Tie the folds in two places (top and bottom) with type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing. Secure the hook portion of the fasteners over the slings.
5.
Cut a piece of 1/2-inch felt as shown. Place the felt on the boat cover, narrow end to the rear,
and under the deadman's tie. Tie the felt in place through the grommets in the cover with type III nylon cord, knotted under the cover.

## Installing Parachute Stowage Platform

4-11. Tie the front sponsons, and install the parachute stowage platform as shown in Figure 4-23.

1.
Insert the post of the parachute stowage platform into the king post base. Use the push-pull
pin for the king post base to secure the stowage platform in place.
2.
Fold the bow sponson tube under the stowage platform, folding the front flap first, then the
two sides. Tie a length of type III nylon cord with the core threads removed around the sponsons, the hull of the boat, and through the towing shackle. Ensure that the tie is routed aft of the forward tow post mount.

## Installing Cargo Parachutes

1.
Attach and stow a 60-foot, 3 loop, type XXVI riser extension to each of the four G-11B cargo
parachutes according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 (not shown).
2.
Cluster the parachutes on the parachute storage platform.
3.
Attach a 16-foot, 2 loop, type XXVI deployment line to the deployment clevis.
4.
Pull enough of the riser extensions from each parachute to reach the release.

## Installing M-2 Cargo Parachute Release

4-13. Prepare and install an M-2 cargo parachute release according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4
11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5, and as shown in Figure 4-25.

1.
Center an M-2 cargo parachute release on the felt as shown. Attach the riser extensions and
suspension slings according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO
010/TO 13C7-1-5.
2.
Safety tie the release at the top and bottom with type III nylon cord through the grommets
provided in the cover. Tie the type III nylon cord to the radar arch or other convenient points on the boat.
3.
Safety the riser extensions in four places with type I, 14-inch cotton webbing tied one turn
single through the grommets in the cover.
4.
Make a 20-foot arming wire lanyard for this load. Prepare the lanyard according to TM 1670
296-20&P.

## Installing Parachute Restraints

4-14. Restrain the cargo parachute according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB
MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figure 4-26.

1.
Route the center parachute restraint strap down inside the outer bars and behind (aft) the
horizontal bars of the parachute stowage platform. Route both sides through the towing shackle. Tightening both sides simultaneously, tie with a trucker's hitch, secured with three alternating half hitches and an overhand knot in the running end. S-fold any excess and secure with tape.
2.
Route the rear parachute restraint strap down the outside of the outer bars of the parachute
stowage platform. Route both sides through the towing shackle. Tightening both sides
simultaneously, tie with a trucker's hitch, secured with three alternating half hitches and an overhand knot in the running end. S-fold any excess and secure with tape.
3.
Install two multi-cut release straps according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA
SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.
4.
Tie a flotation device to the carrying handles of the lower deployment bag on each side with
1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing.

## Installing Sponson Activation Lanyard

4-15. Install the sponson activation lanyard as shown in Figure 4-27.

1. Pass the sponson inflation lanyards installed in Figure 4-17 over all items and route through
the bottom center carrying handle of the G-11 parachute. Remove the slack between the sponson activation cable ring and the G-11 carrying handles, but do not pull taut. Tie each lanyard to the bottom carrying handle of the G-11 cargo parachute with three alternating half hitches and an overhand knot in the running end. Cut off any excess.

## Preparing And Testing The Nsw Rib Restraint System

4-16. Prepare the restraint system as shown in Figure 4-28. Prepare the restraint system for test fire as shown in Figure 4-29. Test fire the system as shown in Figure 4-30.

1.
Install a release caliper assembly on each of the boat restraint provisions (four on each side).
2.
Make sure the long arm faces the stem of the boat.
3.
Make sure the cotter pin on each arm faces outward.
4.
Secure each caliper assembly in place with the pin provided.
5.
With the ratchet handle facing outboard, pass a lashing through the link on the emergency aft
restraint bracket, and up through the long arm of the caliper release unit. Connect the lashing at the ratchet.
6.
From outboard, pass the free end of the second lashing through the large diameter pin of the
1/2-inch shackle fitted to the scissor release unit. Pass the free end upward and inboard through the short arm of the caliper release unit. Connect the lashing at the ratchet.
Note. Allow no twists in these lashings. Be sure that the protective sleeves on the lashings are positioned to protect them from metal contact. Do not tighten the lashings until all are installed.

7.
With the ratchet handle facing outward, pass a lashing through the link between the first and
second row of flotation devices, and up through the long arm of the caliper release unit. Connect the lashing at the ratchet.
8.
From outboard, pass the free end of another lashing through the large diameter pin of the
1/2-inch shackle fitted to the second scissor release unit. Pass the free end upward and inboard through the short arm of the caliper release unit. Connect the lashing at the ratchet.
9.
With the ratchet handle facing outward, pass a lashing through the link between the first and
second row of flotation devices, and up through the short arm of the caliper release units. Connect the lashing at the ratchet.
10. From outboard, pass the free end of another lashing through the large-diameter pin of the
1/2-inch shackle fitted to the first scissor release unit. Pass the free end upward and inboard through the long arm of the caliper release unit. Connect the lashing at the ratchet.
11. With the ratchet handle facing outward, pass a lashing through the rearmost link, and up
through the short arm of the caliper release unit. Connect the lashing at the ratchet.
12. From outboard, pass the free end of another lashing through the large-diameter pin of the
1/2-inch shackle fitted to the second scissor release unit. Pass the free end upward and inboard through the long arm of the caliper release unit. Connect the lashing at the ratchet.
13. Repeat steps 1 through 12 for the other side of the boat.
Note. Starting at the stern, tighten the lashings simultaneously on the port and starboard sides. Tighten no more than hand tight. Proper tension is applied to a pair of lashings attached to each caliper release assembly when the pin can be withdrawn and re-inserted easily. Do not secure excess lashing until test-firing is completed.

1.
Tie the running ends of the 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing placed in Figure 4-7, step 4 to
each lashing, just above the shackle, making sure that 17 inches of nylon remains from knot to knot.
2.
S-fold and tape the excess.
3.
Cut twelve 24-inch lengths of type III nylon cord. Locate flotation device securing brackets 2,
4, and 6 (counting from the front of the platform). Tie two 2-inch loops of cord in each bracket, on either side of the flotation device retaining strap. Be sure the knots are on the inboard side of the brackets. Tie overhand knots in each running end, and trim the excess. 4. The lashing provision at the end of each of the 16 caliper release legs will have a length of
shock cord tied to a specific point on the platform with a trucker's hitch. Tie the knot so that it can easily be retied between tests. Number the lashing points on each side from 1 through 8, beginning at the front of the platform. See the chart below for the specific points on the platform to which each cord is tied.

Lashing Provision
Tie-down Point on Platform
Number
1
First loop on bracket 2
2
Bolt at base of first stanchion
3
First loop on bracket 4
4
Second loop on bracket 2
5
First loop on bracket 6
6
Second loop on bracket 4
7
Bolt at base of fourth stanchion
8
Second loop on bracket 6

1.
Place honeycomb under each set of caliper releases to protect the platform components from
damage. Be sure that the honeycomb does not interfere with the scissor release units (not shown).
2.
Be sure that the push rod cable is disconnected from the halyard shackle before testing the
system (See Figure 4-6) (not shown).
3.
Remove all eight safety pins from the caliper releases. Exert enough force on the pulley rope
to allow the push rod T-pin to be removed. Releasing the rope test fires the caliper releases. All caliper releases should release the lashings simultaneously (not shown).
4.
Repeat the steps in Figures 4-28 and 4-29 to reset the system for the next test fire. Test fire
as explained in steps 1 through 3 above.
5.
Repeat step 4 for the third test fire.
6.
Reset the restraint system for airdrop as in the previous steps. Secure the shock cord with
three alternating half-hitches and overhand knots in the running ends. Trim and tape the
ends.
7.
Roll under excess lashing and tape it to the outboard ply (not to both plies).
8.
Ensure all ratchet handles are locked in the closed position. Tape around the handle to the
outboard play of the lashing (not to both plies).
9.
Attach the wire cable connected to the drawbar to the locking halyard shackle, and be sure
the shackle is in the locked position (not shown).
10. Remove the pulley assembly.

## Connecting M-21 Cutter Arming Wire Lanyards

4-17. Connect the M-21 cutter arming wire lanyards to the deployment line as shown in Figure 4-31.

1.
Tie the running end of both cutter arming wire lanyards installed in Figure 4-6 to all plies
(including the cotton buffer) of the 16-foot deployment line. Make these ties 60 inches from the top of the cutter cable tie.
2.
S-fold the excess 1/2-inch tubular nylon and tape it to the platform deck in two places.

## Securing G-12E Parachute Static Line

4-18.  Tie and tape the G-12E parachute static line as shown in Figure 4-32.

1.
Tie the G-12E parachute static line to the outer bar of the parachute stowage platform with
two turns single of 1/2-inch tubular nylon, tied in a surgeon's knot, locking knot, and overhand knots in the running ends. Tie the knot over the static line.
2.
Run the static line down to the bottom of the boat hull and horizontally along the rib, taping it
in several places with cloth-backed adhesive tape.
3.
Secure any excess static line to the G-12E deployment bag with retainer bands.

## Placing Extraction Parachutes

4-19. Select the extraction line and the extraction parachute needed using the extraction line requirements table in FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5. Place the extraction parachute and the extraction line on the load for installation in the aircraft.

## Marking The Rigged Load

4-20. Mark the rigged load according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO 010/TO 13C7-1-5. Complete the Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods.

Make the final rigger inspection and all other inspections specified in this manual before the load leaves the rigging site.

Rigged Load Data
Weight: Load shown ........18,500 pounds
   Maximum........20,640 pounds
Height:........100 inches Width: ........ 108 inches Length: ........ 432 inches
Overhang:
   Front........ 42 inches
                         Rear ........ 138 inches CB (maximum distance allowable from the front edge of the platform)........ 149.5 inches
Extraction System ........ EFTC

## Equipment Required

4-21. Use the equipment listed in Table 4-1 to rig this load.

| National Stock                                                 |
|----------------------------------------------------------------|
| Number                                                         |
| 8040-00-273-8713                                               |
| 1670-00-568-0323                                               |
| Adhesive paste, 1-gal                                          |
| Band, rubber, parachute                                        |
| Clevis, suspension,                                            |
| 1-in, large                                                    |
| 4030-00-090-5354                                               |
| 4030-00-678-8562                                               |
| 8305-00-926-1559                                               |
| 4020-00-240-2146                                               |
| 8305-00-267-3114                                               |
| 1670-01-423-4103                                               |
| 3/4-in, medium                                                 |
| Cloth, muslin, type II, 36-in                                  |
| Cord, nylon, type III, 550-lb                                  |
| Cord, elastic, .375, nat, type I                               |
| Coupling, airdrop, extraction force transfer with cable, 24 ft |
| Cover:                                                         |
| Clevis, large                                                  |
| 1670-00-360-0328                                               |
| 1377-00-060-0885                                               |
| 8305-00-958-3685                                               |
| 5340-00-040-8219                                               |
| 1670-01-183-2678                                               |
| 1670-01-064-4452                                               |
| 1670-01-062-6313                                               |
| 1670-01-107-7651                                               |
| Cutter, cartridge actuated, M-21                               |
| Felt, sheet, 1/2-in                                            |
| Knife, multi para release, strap webbing                       |
| Leaf, extraction line (line bag)                               |
| Line, drogue (for C-17)                                        |
| 60-ft (1-loop), type XXVI                                      |
| Line extraction:                                               |
| For, C-130: 60-ft (3-loop), type XXVI                          |
| For, C-141: 140-ft (3-loop), type XXVI                         |
| 1670-01-107-7651                                               |
| 1670-01-107-7651                                               |
| 140-ft (3-loop), type XXVI                                     |
| For, C-17: 140-ft (3-loop), type XXVI                          |
| Link assembly:                                                 |
| Two-point, 3 34-in                                              |
| Bolt, 1-in diam, 4-in long                                     |
| Nut, 1-in, hexagonal                                           |
| 5306-00-435-8994                                               |
| 5310-00-232-5165                                               |
| 1670-00-003-1953                                               |
| 5365-00-007-3414                                               |
| Plate, side, 3 3/4                                             |
| Spacer, large                                                  |
| Two-point 5 1/2-in                                             |
| Bolt, 1-in diam, 4-in long                                     |
| Nut, 1-in, hexagonal                                           |
| Plate, side, 51/212                                             |
| Spacer, large                                                  |
| 5306-00-435-8994                                               |
| 5310-00-232-5165                                               |
| 1670-00-003-1954                                               |
| 5965-00-007-3414                                               |
| 1670-00-753-3928                                               |
| 8135-00-160-7759                                               |
| 1670-01-016-7841                                               |
| 1670-01-065-3755                                               |
| 1670-00-040-8135                                               |
| 1670-01-063-3715                                               |
| No NSN                                                         |
| 5530-00-128-4981                                               |
| Pad, energy-dissipating, honeycomb, 3- by 36- by 96-in         |
| Paper, kraft, untreated                                        |
| Parachute:                                                     |
| Cargo G-11B                                                    |
| Cargo G-12E                                                    |
| Cargo extraction, 28-ft                                        |
| Drogue, 15-ft (for C-17)                                       |
| Platform, 21-ft, Maritime Aerial Delivery System               |
| Plywood, 3/4- by 48- by 96-in                                  |
As required As required 5 2 As required As required As required 1 1 2 As required 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 (2) (2) (2) (2) 1 (2) (2) (2) (2) 4 sheets As required 4 1 1 1 1 1 sheet
| National Stock                                    |
|---------------------------------------------------|
| Number                                            |
| 1670-01-097-8817                                  |
| No NSN                                            |
| 1                                                 |
| 5                                                 |
| Release, cargo parachute, M-2                     |
| Release, cargo, parachute, Conax, water activated |
| Sling, cargo airdrop                              |
| For suspension:                                   |
| 1670-01-064-4453                                  |
| 4                                                 |
| 1670-01-063-7761                                  |
| 1                                                 |
| 1670-01-062-6313                                  |
| 7510-00-266-5016                                  |
| 7510-00-266-6712                                  |
| 4                                                 |
| As required                                       |
| As required                                       |
| 8310-01-279-6073                                  |
| 8310-00-917-3945                                  |
| 1670-00-725-1437                                  |
| 5310-00-057-3463                                  |
| As required                                       |
| As required                                       |
| 4                                                 |
| 50                                                |
| 20-ft (4-loop), type XXVI nylon webbing           |
| For deployment:                                   |
| 16-ft (2-loop), type XXVI nylon webbing           |
| For riser extension:                              |
| 60-ft (3-loop), type XXVI nylon webbing           |
| Tape, adhesive, 2-in                              |
| Tape, adhesive, masking                           |
| Thread:                                           |
| Cotton, ticket# 8/4, orange                       |
| Cotton, ticket# 8/7, natural                      |
| Tie-down, cargo, aircraft, CGU-1/B                |
| Washer, flat, 3/4-in                              |
| Webbing:                                          |
| Cotton, 14-in, type I                              |
| 8305-00-268-2411                                  |
| 8305-00-082-5752                                  |
| 8305-00-268-2455                                  |
| 8305-00-261-8585                                  |
| Nylon, tubular, 1/2-in                            |
| Nylon, tubular, 1-in                              |
| Type VIII                                         |
| As required                                       |
| As required                                       |
| As required                                       |
| As required                                       |

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## Chapter 5

# Rigging The Advanced Rescue Craft (Arc) On A Combat Expendable Platform (Cep)

## Section I-Rigging The Gp 800 Arc Description Of Load

5-1. The GP 800 ARC shown in Figure 5-1 is rigged on a 48- by 87-inch combat expendable platform for low-velocity airdrop. This load can be rigged with or without a 20-man life raft and a rescue board, a rucksack, and an aid bag. The load requires one G-12E cargo parachute, a 15-foot cargo extraction parachute packed in a T-10 bag, and is only rigged with a hydraulic release.

## Building The Combat Expendable Platform

5-2. Build the 48- by 87-inch combat expendable platform as shown in Figure 5-2.

1.
Lay out two 4- by 4- by 87-inch and two 2- by 6- by 87-inch longitudinal stringers.
2.
Secure the lateral stringers to the longitudinal stringers with 8d nails. Do not nail within 2
inches of the ends of the 4- by 4- by 87-inch longitudinal stringers.
3.
Lay two 2- by 6- by 44-inch and four 2- by 4- by 44-inch lateral stringers on top and across
the longitudinal stringers matching the measurements above.
4.
Position the 3/4- by 48- by 87-inch plywood on top of the lateral stringers leaving a 2-inch
overhang on each side of the 4- by 4- by 87-inch longitudinal stringers.
5.
Cut the corners of the platform at a 45-degree angle to include the corners of the 4- by 4- by
87-inch longitudinal stringers. (not shown)
6.
Turn the platform over and drill eight 3/4-inch holes for the carriage bolts. Ensure to drill
again with a large enough drill bit in order to counter sink the bolt heads, washers, and nuts. (not shown)
7.
Install the carriage bolts from bottom to top and trim the threaded ends at the nuts. File sharp
edges. (not shown)
8.
Drill a 2-inch hole centered on each end of the platform. (not shown)

## Preparing The Platform

5-3. Prepare the 48- by 87-inch Combat Expendable Platform as shown in Figure 5-3.

Lay a 20-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI nylon sling centered across the rear suspension point.
1.
2. Tape the suspension sling where it comes in contact with the two 2- by 6- by 87-inch
longitudinal stringers with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
3.
Tie two 24-inch lengths of Type III nylon cord to the suspension sling making two wraps and
securing with a surgeon's knot and locking knot, leaving equal amounts of running ends.
4.
Route and center the suspension sling through the suspension sling slot in the platform.
5.
Secure the suspension sling to the 2- by 6- by 87-inch longitudinal stringer with the lengths of
Type III nylon cord with a surgeon's knot and locking knot.
6.
Repeat for the front suspension sling.
7. Girth hitch sixteen 15-foot lengths of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing to each 4- by 4- by 87
inch longitudinal stringers at positions shown above. Label right side positions 1 through 8 and the left side positions 1a through 8a.
8. Route two 20-foot lengths of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing around both of the 2- by 6- by
87-inch longitudinal stringers at the front and rear of the platform. Secure with an overhand knot as close to the platform as possible.

## Preparing And Positioning Honeycomb

5-4. Prepare and position the honeycomb as shown in Figure 5-4.

1.
Position one 6- by 72-inch piece of honeycomb on each 2- by 6- by 87-inch longitudinal
stringer (centered) and secure in place with lengths of 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
2.
Position **( Do not glue )** two 36- by 42-inch pieces of honeycomb side by side on top of and
flush with the honeycomb in step 1. 3.
Cut one piece of honeycomb 10- by 58-inches and one 4- by 58 inches.
4.
Cut a piece of 3/4-inch plywood 4- by 24-inches.
5.
Glue the 4- by 24-inch piece of plywood flush to one corner of the 10- by 58-inch piece of
honeycomb (not shown).
6.
Glue the 4- by 58-inch piece of honeycomb on top of the plywood and the 10- by 58-inch piece of
honeycomb (not shown).
7.
Stack 2 is cut the same as stack 1.
8.
Position **(Do not glue)** stacks 1 and 2 flush with the front of the honeycomb in Figure 5-4 and 7
inches in from the sides. Ensure the end with the plywood piece is to the rear of the platform.
Note. Stacks 1 and 2 will have to be adjusted to the hull of the ARC.

## Positioning The Arc

5-5. Position the ARC as shown in Figure 5-5.

1.
Position the ARC on honeycomb stacks 1 and 2 with the nose towards the rear of the
platform.
2.
Center it left and right (not shown).
3.
 Make sure there is a 14-inch overhang to the rear of the platform.

## Preparing The Arc

5-6. Ensure the fuel tank is no more than 34 full. Prepare as shown in Figure 5-6.

1.
Cut handle bar honeycomb to prescribed measurements and install under the handle bars.
Secure to the handlebars with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape or lengths of Type III nylon cord.
2.
Cut nose honeycomb to prescribed measurements and position over the nose. Secure to the
nose with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape or lengths of Type III nylon cord.
3.
Tape over fuel cap, on/off switch, and compartments with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
4.
Remove the rear section of the ARC seat to expose the intake port.
5.
Plug the intake port by taping over the opening with lengths of 2-inch cloth-backed tape.
Secure the tape in place with a retainer band. Attach a 12-inch Type III nylon cord lanyard to the tape. Route the lanyard to the outside of the ARC and tape in place with 2-inch clothbacked adhesive tape.

## Rigging The Advanced Rescue Craft (Arc) On A Combat Expendable Platform (Cep)

Note. If the rucksack and the first aid pack are to be rigged on the ARC use steps below.

6. Position the rucksack on the ARC behind the seat. Secure the rucksack to the rear handgrip
and the tow ring with a length of Type III nylon cord.
7. Position the first aid pack on top of the rucksack and secure to the same locations with a
length of Type III nylon cord.
8.
Center a 20-man life raft on the rescue board with closing flap up.
9.
Form an 8-inch tie-down ring, according to Figure 2-16. Center the tie-down ring on the 20-
man life raft.
10. Girth hitch five 6-foot 1/2-inch tubular nylon ties to the rescue raft handles and secure to the
tie-down ring with trucker's hitches.
11. Position the rescue board upside down on top of the seat and handlebars with the nose
towards the rear of the ARC.
12. Attach the rescue board lanyard, or a 10-foot length of Type III nylon cord, to the tie-down
ring on the aft of the ARC. S-fold the excess and tape with 2-inch masking tape.
Note. If the ARC is to be rigged without the 20-man life raft, make sure the rescue board is leveled with honeycomb.

## Lashing The Arc

5-7. Lash the ARC to the platform with two 6-foot, sixteen 15-foot, and four 20-foot lengths of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing as shown in Figure 5-7.

1.
Form a 10-inch tiedown ring, according to Figure 2-16. Center the tiedown ring on top of the
load (not shown).
2.
Form a trucker's hitch at one end of the tiedown and pass that end under/over the tiedown
ring (not shown).
3.
Route other end of the tiedown through the truckers hitch and tighten. Secure with three
alternating half hitches with knot in running end.
4.
Tie all of the 15-foot lashings (except lashings 4 and 4a from the front of the platform), to the
tiedown ring as described in Steps 2 and 3.
5.
Pass one end of the rear lashing around each side of the nose of the ARC. Tie the ends
together with an overhand knot about 12 inches above the point of the nose. Tie the lashing to the tie-down ring as in Steps 2, 3, and 4.
6.
Tie the front lashing to the tiedown ring as mentioned in Steps 2 and 3.
7.
Girth hitch one 6-foot 1/2-inch tubular nylon lashing to the very front of both longitudinal
stringers. Tie the lashings to the front lashing, pulling the front lashing away from the jet drive and linkage. Tape around the knot with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape. 8.
Tie lashings 4 and 4a, from the front of the platform, to the rear lashing approximately 6
inches above the point of the nose of the ARC.
9.
Tie a length of Type III nylon cord across the nose of the ARC at the points where the two
lashings are secured in step 10. Tape the knots with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
10. Tie a length of Type III nylon cord to the rear lashing underneath the nose of the ARC. Do
not route through tiedown ring. Tape the knots with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.

## Safety Tieing Suspension Slings

5-8. Safety the suspension slings as shown in Figure 5-8.

1. Raise the suspension slings. 2. Make the deadman's tie 6 to 8 inches above the load as described in FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4
11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5. Lower the suspension slings until they touch the tie-down ring and secure them to the tie-down ring with lengths of one turn, 1/4 inch cotton webbing.
3.
Attach the suspension slings to the arms of a medium suspension clevis. Attach a 3-foot, 2
loop Type XXVI nylon suspension sling to the bolt end of the medium clevis.
4.
S-fold the excess suspension sling and tape with one turn 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.

## Stowing Parachute

5-9. Stow the G-12E cargo parachute as shown in Figure 5-9.

1.
Position the G-12E cargo parachute with bridle towards the front, centered left and right, and
flush to the front edge of the rescue board.
2.
Secure all four corners of the G-12E D-bag to the platform with suitable lengths of 1/4-inch
cotton webbing.

## Installing The Automatic Cargo Parachute Release

5-10. Install the automatic cargo parachute release as shown in Figure 5-10.

## Warning

The automatic cargo parachute release must be tested by the manufacturers instructions prior to installation on the airdrop load.

1.
Attach the running end of the 3-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI nylon suspension sling to the bottom
release fitting shackle (small portion) with a small clevis. Tape the buffer with one turn 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
2.
Attach one end of a 3-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI nylon riser extension to the main body section
shackle with a small clevis. Attach the running end of the riser extension to the cargo parachute clevis. Tape the buffers with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
3.
Secure the small clevises of the release to a convenient point on the top of the load with
lengths of one turn 1/4-inch cotton webbing.
4.
Cut and remove the triple transportation tie on the cargo parachute clevis.

## Stowing The Extraction Parachute

5-11. Stow the 15-foot extraction parachute packed in a T-10 deployment bag as shown in Figure 5-11.

Note. For the 15-foot extraction parachute packing procedures refer to FM 10-500-77/TO 13C7-55-1, Chapter 3.

1.
Attach a 9-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI nylon extraction line to the bell portion of a medium
suspension clevis. Attach the bridle of the G-12E cargo parachute to the bolted end of the
medium clevis. Secure the clevis to the riser extension stow bar of the cargo parachute with a length of one turn single 1/4-inch cotton webbing.
2.
Attach the 36-inch adapter web of a 15-foot extraction parachute packed in a T-10 D-bag to
the bell portion of a medium suspension clevis. Attach the running end of the 9-foot, 2-loop
extraction line to the bolt end of the medium clevis. S-fold and tape the excess extraction line with one turn 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
3.
S-fold the 36-inch adapter web and place it and the extraction line centered on top of the G
12E cargo parachute. Place the 15-foot extraction parachute, with the mouth of the bag facing to the rear of the load and suspension line protective flap up, centered and on top of the adapter web and extraction line. Secure the extraction parachute to the front and rear riser extension stow bars of the cargo parachute with four lengths of ticket number 5 cotton thread.
4.
Fit rubber retainer bands to the front riser extension stow bar. Fold the static line, and hold
the folds in place with the rubber retainer bands.

## Attaching Flotation Devices For Training Loads

5-12. Use flotation devices on training loads to help recover equipment. Install flotation devices as shown in Figure 5-12.

1.
Install one flotation device on the 3-foot suspension sling (below the release), and one on the
3-foot riser extension (above the release) with lengths of Type III nylon cord.
2.
Install a flotation device on the left front of the cargo parachute D-bag with lengths of Type III
nylon cord.

## Equipment Required

5-14. Use the equipment listed in Table 5-1 to rig this load.

National Stock
Number
5530-00-128-4981 5510-00-220-6146 5510-00-220-6148 5510-00-220-6274 5315-00-010-4659 Local purchase Local purchase 1670-01-062-6302 1670-01-062-6304 1670-01-062-6301 1670-01-678-8562 4030-00-360-0304 4030-00-678-8560 1670-01-065-3755 1670-01-063-3715 1670-00-590-9909 1670-01-310-2875 4220-00-059-6061 1670-00-753-3928 8305-00-082-5752 4020-00-240-2146 8305-00-268-2411 8310-00-917-3945 7510-00-266-5016 7510-00-297-6655 1670-00-568-0323
Plywood: 3/4 x 48 x 96-inch plywood 2 x 4 x 44-inch lumber 2 x 6 x 44-inch lumber 2 x 6 x 87-inch lumber 4 x 4 x 87-inch lumber Nail, steel wire, common, 8D (or) 1 1/2-inch Wood screw Bolt, Carriage, 3/8"Dia. 7" Long w/washer and nut Air Items: Line, 20-foot 2-loop Type XXVI Line, 9-foot 2-loop Type XXVI Line, 3-foot 2-loop Type XXVI Clevis, Medium, Suspension Clevis, Small 5/8-inch Clevis, G-13 Parachute, Cargo G-12E Parachute, Cargo 15-foot Extraction D-bag, T-10 Personnel Parachute Release, Automatic Cargo Parachute Flotation Device, LPU-3/P Expendables: Pad, Energy Dissipating Webbing, 1/2-inch Tubular Nylon Cord, Type III Nylon Webbing, 1/4-inch Cotton (80lb) Thread, Ticket 8/7 Cotton Tape, 2-inch Cloth-backed Adhesive Tape, 2-inch Masking Band, Rubber Retainer
| Item        |
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| 1           |
| 5           |
| 2           |
| 2           |
| 2           |
| As required |
| As required |
| 8           |
| 2           |
| 1           |
| 2           |
| 3           |
| 2           |
| 1           |
| 1           |
| 1           |
| 1           |
| 1           |
| 3           |
| 3           |
| As required |
| As required |
| As required |
| As required |
| As required |
| As required |
| As required |

## Section Ii-Rigging The Xl1200 Arc Description Of Load

5-15. The XL1200 ARC shown in Figure 5-14, is rigged on a 48- by 87-inch Combat Expendable Platform for low-velocity airdrop. This load can be rigged with or without a 20-man life raft, a rescue board, a rucksack, and an aid bag. The load requires one G-12E cargo parachute and a 15-foot cargo extraction parachute packed in a T-10 deployment bag.

## Building The Combat Expendable Platform

5-16. Build a new 48- by 87-inch CEP or inspect and repair a used platform as shown in Figure 5-15.

1.
Lay out two 4- by 4- by 87-inch and two 2- by 6- by 87-inch longitudinal stringers.
2.
Lay two 2- by 6- by 44-inch and four 2- by 4- by 44-inch lateral stringers on top and across
the longitudinal stringers matching the measurements above.
3.
Secure the lateral stringers to the longitudinal stringers with 8d nails. Do not nail within 2
inches of the ends of the 4- by 4- by 87-inch longitudinal stringers (not shown).
4.
Position the 3/4- by 48- by 87-inch plywood on top of the lateral stringers leaving a 2-inch
overhang on each side of the 4- by 4- by 87-inch longitudinal stringers.
5.
Secure the plywood to the lateral stringers with 8d nails at 6-inch intervals (not shown).
6.
Cut the corners of the platform at a 45-degree angle to include the corners of the 4- by 4- by
87-inch longitudinal stringers.
7.
Turn the platform over and drill eight 3/4-inch hole for the carriage bolts. Drill again with a
large enough drill bit in order to counter sink the bolt heads, washers, and nuts (not shown).
8.
Install the carriage bolts from bottom to top and trim the threaded ends at the nuts. File sharp
edges (not shown).
9.
Drill a 2-inch hole centered on each end of the platform.

## Preparing The Platform

5-17. Prepare the Combat Expendable Platform as shown in Figure 5-16.

1.
Lay a 20-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI nylon sling centered across the rear suspension point.
2.
Tape the suspension sling where it comes in contact with the 2- by 6- by 87-inch longitudinal
stringers with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
3.
Tie two 24-inch lengths of Type III nylon cord to the suspension sling making two wraps and
securing with a surgeon's knot and locking knot, leaving equal amounts of running ends.
4.
Route and center the suspension sling through the suspension sling slot in the platform.
5.
Secure the suspension sling to the 2- by 6- by 87-inch longitudinal stringer with the lengths of
Type III nylon cord with a surgeon's knot and locking knot.
6.
Repeat for the front suspension sling.
7.
Girth hitch eighteen 20-foot lengths of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing to the 4- by 4- by 87
inch longitudinal stringer as shown. Label right side 1 through 9 and left side 1a through 9a.
8.
Route a 25-foot length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing, doubled around both of the 2- by 6-
by 87-inch longitudinal stringers at the front and rear of the platform. Secure the front with an overhand knot as close to the platform as possible. Secure the rear with an overhand knot, 24 inches from the rear edge of the platform.

## Preparing And Positioning Honeycomb

5-18. Prepare and position the honeycomb as shown in Figure 5-17.

1.
Position one 6- by 87-inch piece of honeycomb on each 2- by 6- by 87-inch longitudinal
stringer, flush with the sides. Secure in place with lengths of 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
2.
Position (**do not glue**) two 36- by 42-inch pieces and one 15- by 42-inch piece of honeycomb
on top of the honeycomb placed in step 1 centered and flush.
3.
Cut a 10- by 70-inch piece of honeycomb for a base.
4.
Glue a 40- by 70-inch piece of honeycomb on top of the honeycomb in step 3 flush with one
side.
5.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 (not shown).
6.
Position (**do not glue**) stacks 1 and 2 flush with the front and sides of the honeycomb in
Figure 5-16.
7.
Cut a 4- by 12 -inch piece of honeycomb. Position (**do not glue**) stack 3 centered and flush
with the rear of the honeycomb in Figure 5-16.

## Positioning The Arc

5-19. Position the ARC as shown in Figure 5-18.

1. Position the ARC on honeycomb stacks 1, 2, and 3 centered on the platform and nose of the
ARC towards the rear of the platform.
Note. There will be a 25-inch overhang in the rear and 12-inch overhang in the front of the platform.

## Preparing The Arc

5-20. Ensure the fuel tank is no more than 34 full. Prepare as shown in Figures 5-19 through 5-22.

1.
Cut handlebar honeycomb to prescribed measurements and install under the handle bars.
Secure to the handlebars with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape or lengths of Type III nylon cord.
2.
Cut nose honeycomb to prescribed measurements and position over the nose. Secure to the
nose with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape or lengths of Type III nylon cord.
3.
Tape over fuel cap, on/off switch, and compartments with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
Ensure the drain plugs are securely tightened at the rear of the ARC.

1.
Remove the rear section of the ARC seat to expose the intake port.
2.
Plug the intake port by taping over the opening with lengths of 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive
tape. Secure the tape in place with a retainer band. Attach a 12-inch Type III nylon cord lanyard to the tape. Route the lanyard to the outside of the ARC and tape in place with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
Note. If the rucksack and the first aid pack are to be rigged on the ARC use the steps below.

1.
Position the rucksack on the ARC behind the seat. Secure the rucksack to tow ring and
around the rescue board quick attach assembly with a length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing.
2.
Position the first aid pack on top of the rucksack and secure to the same locations with a
length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing
3.
Secure the protector flap around the rescue board quick attach link with two lengths of Type
III nylon cord.
1.
Pad the metal bracket on the nose of the rescue board with cellulose wadding and secure
with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
2.
Center a 20-man life raft on the rescue board with closing flap up.
3.
Form an 8-inch tiedown ring as shown in Figure 2-16. Center the tiedown ring on the 20-man
life raft.
4.
Cut four 6-foot lengths of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing for securing ties. Secure one end of
the tie to a rescue board handle. Route the tie through the tiedown ring and secure to another rescue board handle with a trucker's hitch.
5.
Position the rescue board upside down on top of the seat and handlebars with the nose
towards the rear of the ARC.
6.
Attach a 10-foot length of 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing to a rescue board handle and the
tow ring. S-fold the excess and tape with 2-inch masking tape.
Note. If the ARC is to be rigged without the 20-man life raft, ensure rescue board is leveled with honeycomb.

## Lashing The Arc

5-21. Lash the ARC to the platform with two 6-foot, eighteen 20-foot and two 25-foot (doubled) lengths of 12-inch tubular nylon webbing as shown in Figure 5-23.

1.
Form a 10-inch tiedown ring as shown in Figure 2-16. Center the tiedown ring on top of the
load.
2.
Tie a loop in one end of each 20-foot lashing with an overhand knot. Tie the running end with
an overhand knot (not shown).
3.
Pass the looped end through the tiedown ring. Pass the opposite end of the lashing through
the loop, pull it tight, and tie it with three alternating half hitches with a knot in the running end (not shown).
4.
Tie all of the 20-foot lashings, (except 4 and 4a, and 5 and 5a from the front of the platform),
to the tiedown ring as described in steps 2, 3, and 5.
5.
Pass one end of the rear lashing around each side of the nose of the ARC. Tie the ends
together with an overhand knot about 18 inches above the point of the nose. Tie the lashing to the tiedown ring as in steps 2, 3, and 4.
6.
Pass one end of the front lashing around each side of the jet drive and the rescue board
quick attach link. Tie the ends together with an overhand knot about 18 inches above the CEP. Tie the front lashing to the tiedown ring as described in steps 2, 3, and 4.
7.
Girth hitch one 6-foot 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing lashing to the very front of both
longitudinal stringers. Secure to the front lashing with a trucker's hitch, pulling the front lashing away from the jet drive and linkage. Tape around the two lashings with 2-inch clothbacked adhesive tape.
8.
Tie lashings 4 and 4a from the front of the platform, to the rear lashing approximately 6
inches above the point of the nose of the ARC. Secure the rear lashing with a trucker's hitch pulling the rear lashing away from the nose of the ARC. Tape around the two lashings with 2 inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
9.
Tie lashings 5 and 5a from the front of the platform, to the front lashing approximately, 3
inches above the rescue board quick attach link. Secure to the front lashing with a truckers hitch pulling the front lashing away from the rescue board quick attach link. Tape around the two lashings with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.

## Safety Tieing Suspension Slings

5-22. Safety tie the suspension slings as shown in Figure 5-24.

1.
Raise the suspension slings.
2.
Install the deadman's tie 6 to 8 inches above the load as described in FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4
11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C-7-1-5.
3.
Lower the suspension slings until they touch the tiedown ring. Secure them to the tiedown
ring with lengths of one turn 1/4-inch cotton webbing.
4.
Attach the suspension slings to the arms of a medium suspension clevis. Attach a 3-foot, 2
loop Type XXVI nylon suspension sling to the bolt end of the medium clevis.
5.
S-fold the excess suspension sling and tape with one turn 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.

## Stowing Cargo Parachute

5-23. Stow the G-12E cargo parachute as shown in Figure 5-25.

1.
Position the G-12E parachute with the bridle towards the front, centered on the rescue board.
2.
Secure all four corners of the G-12E D-bag to the platform with suitable lengths of 1/4-inch
cotton webbing.

## Installing The Automatic Cargo Parachute Release

5-24. Install the cargo parachute hydraulic release as shown in Figure 5-26.

## Warning

The automatic cargo parachute release must be pre-drop tested according to the manufacturer's instructions prior to installation on the airdrop load.

1. Attach the running end of the 3-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI nylon suspension sling to the bottom
release fitting shackle (small portion) with a suspension clevis. Tape the buffer with one turn 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
2. Attach one end of a 3-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI nylon webbing riser extension to the main body
of the release with a suspension clevis. Attach the running end of the riser extension to the cargo parachute clevis. Tape the buffers with 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
3. Secure the suspension clevises of the release to a convenient point on the top of the load
with suitable lengths of 1/4-inch cotton webbing.
4. Cut and remove the triple transportation tie on the cargo parachute clevis (not shown).

## Stowing The Extraction Parachute

5-25. Stow the 15-foot extraction parachute packed in a T-10 deployment bag as shown in Figure 5-27.

Note. For the 15-foot extraction parachute packing procedures, see FM 10-500-77, Chapter 3.

1.
Attach a 9-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI nylon webbing extraction line to the bell portion of a
medium suspension clevis. Attach the bridle of the G-12E cargo parachute to the bolted end of the medium clevis. Secure the clevis to the riser extension stow bar of the cargo parachute with a length of one turn single 14-inch cotton webbing.
2.
Attach a 36-inch adapter web of a 15-foot extraction parachute packed in a T-10 deployment
bag to the bell portion of a medium suspension clevis (not shown). Attach the running end of the 9-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI nylon webbing extraction line to the bolt end of the medium clevis. S-fold and tape the excess extraction line with one turn 2-inch cloth-backed adhesive tape.
Rigging the Advanced Rescue Craft (ARC) on a Combat Expendable Platform (CEP)

3.
S-fold the 36-inch adapter web and place it and the extraction line centered on top of the G
12E cargo parachute. Place the 15-foot extraction parachute, with the mouth of the bag facing to the rear of the load and suspension line protective flap up, centered on top of the adapter web and extraction line. Secure the extraction parachute to the front and rear riser extension stow bars of the cargo parachute with four suitable lengths of ticket number 5, 8/7 cotton thread.
4.
Fit rubber retainer bands to the front riser extension stow bar. Fold the static line, and hold
the folds in place with the rubber retainer bands.

## Attaching Flotation Devices For Training

5-26. Use flotation devices on training loads to help recover equipment. Install flotation devices as shown in Figure 5-28.

1.
Install one flotation device on the 3-foot suspension sling (below the release), and one on the
3-foot riser extension (above the release) with suitable lengths of Type III nylon cord.
2.
Install a flotation device on the left front of the cargo parachute deployment bag with suitable
lengths of Type III nylon cord.

## Marking The Rigged Load

5-27. Mark the rigged load according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO 010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figure 5-29.

Note. Attach the load data tag on the rear of the ARC.

Rigged Load Data
Weight: Load shown........(with a 20-man life raft) ........1,450 pounds
(without a 20-man life raft) ........1,380 pounds
Height:........ 78 inches Width: ........ 48 inches Length: ........ 124 inches
Overhang:
   Front........ 12 inches
                         Rear ........ 25 inches CB (from the front edge of the platform) ........ 36.5 inches

## Equipment Required

5-28. Equipment required to rig the ARC on the 48- by 87-inch combat expendable platform for lowvelocity airdrop is listed in Table 5-2.

| National Stock                                 |
|------------------------------------------------|
| Number                                         |
| 5530-00-128-4981                               |
| 3/4- by 48- by 96-inch Plywood                 |
| 1 Sheet                                        |
| 5510-00-220-6146                               |
| 2- by 4- by 44-inch Lumber                     |
| 5                                              |
| 5510-00-220-6148                               |
| 2- by 6- by 44-inch Lumber                     |
| 2                                              |
| 2-by 6- by 87-inch Lumber                      |
| 2                                              |
| 5510-00-220-6274                               |
| 4-by 4- by 87-inch Lumber                      |
| 2                                              |
| 5315-00-010-4659                               |
| Nail, steel, wire, common, 8d                  |
| As Required                                    |
| (or)                                           |
| Local Purchase                                 |
| 1 1/2-inch Wood screw                          |
| As Required                                    |
| Local Purchase                                 |
| Bolt, Carriage, 3/8-inch Dia. 7 inches long w/ |
| washer and nut                                 |
| 8                                              |
| Air Items:                                     |
| 1670-01-062-6302                               |
| Line, 20-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI                |
| 2                                              |
| 1670-01-062-6304                               |
| Line 9-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI                  |
| 1                                              |
| 1670-01-062-6301                               |
| Line 3-foot, 2-loop Type XXVI                  |
| 2                                              |
| 4030-00-678-8562                               |
| Clevis, Medium Suspension                      |
| 3                                              |
| 4030-00-360-0304                               |
| Clevis, Suspension, air delivery               |
| 2                                              |
| 4030-00-678-8560                               |
| Clevis, G-13                                   |
| 1                                              |
| 1670-01-065-3755                               |
| Parachute, Cargo G-12E                         |
| 1                                              |
| 1670-01-063-3715                               |
| Parachute, Cargo 15-foot extraction            |
| 1                                              |
| 1670-00-590-9909                               |
| D-bag, T-10 Personnel Parachute                |
| 1                                              |
| 1670-01-310-2875                               |
| Release, Automatic Cargo Parachute             |
| 1                                              |
| 4220-00-059-6061                               |
| Flotation Device, LPU-3/P                      |
| 3                                              |
| Expendables:                                   |
| 1670-00-753-3928                               |
| Pad, Energy Dissipating                        |
| 4 Sheets                                       |
| 8305-00-082-5752                               |
| Webbing, 12-inch Tubular Nylon                  |
| As Required                                    |
| 4020-00-240-2146                               |
| Cord, Type III Nylon                           |
| As Required                                    |
| 8305-00-268-2411                               |
| Webbing, 14-inch Cotton (80 lb.)                |
| As Required                                    |
| 8310-00-917-3945                               |
| Thread, Ticket #5 Cotton                       |
| As Required                                    |
| 7510-00-266-5016                               |
| Tape, 2-inch Cloth-backed adhesive             |
| As Required                                    |
| 7510-00-297-6655                               |
| Tape, 2-inch Masking                           |
| As Required                                    |
| 1670-00-568-0323                               |
| Band, Rubber Retainer                          |
| As Required                                    |

## Chapter 6 Wind Supported Aerial Delivery System (Wsads) Snow Goose Description Of Load

6-1. The Wind Supported Aerial Delivery System (WSADS) Snow Goose is a low-cost, reusable, fully autonomous, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that can be used to carry out a variety of missions at otherwise inaccessible locations. It is quickly configurable for air or ground launch deployable missions.

Note. Before rigging the WSADS by this chapter, refer to the manufacturer's Pre-Flight Procedures to ensure all steps are adhered to. Mission requirements dictate the amount of fuel that is used, but each fuel cell will be full. Strict adherence to proper procedures is crucial to the survivability of this piece of equipment.

## Installing Air Launch Parachute

6-2. Install the Air Launch Parachute as described and shown in Figure 6-2.

It is a mandatory requirement that only qualified riggers who have
successfully
             completed
                         the Mist Mobility Integrated Systems

Technology (MMIST) Air Parachute training course are certified to
pack both the air launch and drogue parachutes. Packing both
parachutes requires following precise, detailed procedures to ensure
the successful and timely deployment of both parachutes. The Air
Launch Parachute will be packed prior to rigging the WSADS and
according to the manufacturer's rigging procedures.

1.
Install the Air Launch Parachute Container to the Snow Goose top panel.
2.
Secure both side flaps with the hardware provided.
3.
Unfold the parachute container rear flap, outer side flaps and inner side flaps leaving the
front flap towards the front of the vehicle. The front flap has a channel guide for the locking pin bridle for easy identification. 4.
Place the packed parachute in its recovery bag on top of the Snow Goose with the direction
of flight arrow facing the front.
5.
Open the recovery bag exposing the six lower riser shackle bolts (right side shown).
Note. The green-tagged risers should be on the right.

6.
One at a time, disconnect each lower riser shackle from the recovery bag and immediately
connect it to the corresponding attachment point on the vehicle.
7.
Insert shackle bolts from the outboard to inboard and tighten until screw pin clicks.
8.
Once all six shackles are connected, ensure there are no twists in the lower risers (not
shown). 9.
Pull each of the two Airborne Guidance Unit (AGU) steering lines to their full extension
(called mechanical zero).
Note
Right steering line should be 8 to 10 inches longer than the left steering line.
:
10. Feed the left steering line through the left guide ring at the top of the lower riser and connect
the left steering line end with the preset loop to the left parachute steering line extension using a rapide link connector.
11. Visually check to ensure that the steering line extension runs directly from the brake, down
the inner edge of the riser and then through the lower steering guide ring before the connection is made to the AGU steering line.
12. Visually check to ensure that the AGU steering lines run directly from the AGU to the
connection point, without twisting around the lower risers. Tape the steering lines with a suitable length of masking tape.
13. Repeat steps 10 through 12 to connect the right AGU steering line to the right parachute
steering line extension.
14. Starting at the front, carefully stow the left steering line in the steering line channel on the
lower front left riser and S-fold any excess at the rear of the channel (not shown).
Note. Carefully stow all excess steering line in the upper rear riser steering line channel.
15. Repeat the above step carefully stowing the right steering line in the right steering line
channel.
Note. This step requires a second individual to remove the recovery bag.
16. Remove the recovery bag, and place the packed parachute immediately in front of the engine
intake, with the lines in front of the parachute.
17. Ensure the steering line or the brake setting does not get dislodged during the removal of the
recovery bag.
18. Place the left set of lower risers over the left edge of the vehicle on top of the side flaps and
repeat for the right set of lower risers.
19. Straighten the upper risers.
20. On the left side, pull the lower rear, middle, and front risers in the container area. S-fold the
riser within the container area keeping all three lower risers tight.
Note. Ensure neither the steering line, nor the brake setting gets dislodged during the S-folding process. This step also requires a second individual.

21. Repeat the above step on the right side (not shown).
22. Make sure that the left and right brake settings are still intact (not shown).
23. Cover the risers with the two inner container side flaps. 24. Roll the parachute over the S-folded risers leaving the lines at the rear of the vehicle.
25. Girth hitch the locking pin bridle short end to the deployment bag loop.
26. Close the flaps of the container starting with the front and rear followed by the sides (not
shown).
27. Before stowing the locking pin bridle, ensure bridle exits bag on the right side of the front flap
grommet. Stow the excess bridle outside the container with a retainer band located at the top of the channel guide.
28. Route a pull-up cord through each soft loop. Route the front pull-up cord through the
grommets in the following sequence: front, left, rear. Secure with short locking pin.
29. Repeat for rear pull-up cord using the long locking pin. 30. Remove the pull-up cords (not shown). 31. Ensure the corners of the front and rear flaps are neatly tucked under the side flaps.
32. Stow the drogue bridle in the bridle channel along the front of the container and along the
channel on the cowl. Secure with masking tape at intervals of 4 to 6 inches.

## Warning

Ensure the drogue bridle is routed over top of the steering line.

33. Connect the locking pin bridle to the drogue assembly with a small rapide link connector (not
shown).
34. Connect the hook pile tape on the drogue bag with the hook pile tape strip on the cowl.
Ensure the drogue bag is flush against the parachute.
35. S-fold excess locking pin bridle to keep off floor of the aircraft with a rubber retainer band.

## Installing Pyrotechnic Cutters

6-3. Install pyrotechnic cutters as shown in Figure 6-3.

## Warning

drogue attachment point using the rapide link connector. A direct connection will prevent the pyrotechnic cutters from deploying the main canopy, causing critical failure of the system.

1.
Install the pyrotechnic cutters between the Snow Goose drogue attachment point and the
medium rapide link connector on the drogue bridle ring (not shown).
2.
Route a 14-inch piece of braided dacron (1575 pound breaking strength) through two 6
second (E-3) pyrotechnic cutters approximately 3 inches from the looped end.
3.
Route looped end up through the drogue attachment ring and attach it to the rapide link.
Note. Ensure that only the cutter loop connects the drogue bridle to the Snow Goose drogue attachment point.
4.
Route opposite end of the braided dacron up through rapide link and down through the
drogue attachment ring.
5.
Route over pyrotechnic cutters and attach to rapide link.
6.
Close rapide link finger tight.
7.
Once cutters are in place, ensure they are clear of the braided dacron cutter loop
8.
Connect two small rapide links to the sewn loop on the drogue bag, then connect a
pyrotechnic cutter to each rapide link.
attachment bag will prevent the parachute from being deployed.

9. Girth hitch two lengths of type I, 1/4-inch cotton webbing to the sewn loop on the drogue bag.
Tie one length to the drogue attachment ring, and the other to the front frame (this reduces lateral and vertical motion of the drogue bag and prevents early activation of the pyrotechnic cutters).
10. Tie a length of ticket 5, 8/7 cotton thread across the pyrotechnic cutters to secure the cutters
to the drogue attachment ring.

## Recovery Dispatch Pin Placement

6-4. Install recovery dispatch pin as shown in Figure 6-4.

## Warning

1. Ensure that both the Master Panel-Arming Switch and the Engine Start Enable Switch are
both in the off position.

## Warning

Failure to replace the recovery dispatch pin will prevent the AGU from starting the engine after it leaves the aircraft resulting in the possible loss of the Snow Goose and a failed mission.

2.
Remove the recovery dispatch pin and immediately insert the drogue bag dispatch pin line.
3.
Push the dispatch pin line through the dispatch switch cover as far as possible to prevent
accidental removal.

## Securing Landing Gear

6-5. Secure landing gear as shown in Figure 6-5.

1. Depress the leg release pin and insert two leg support lanyards over the top of the pin and
under the guard.
Ensure only the leg release pin and not the guard holds each lanyard.

## Warning

The landing gear support lanyards must pass underneath the parachute risers when securing the landing legs. Passing a lanyard over the top of the riser will result in damage to the Snow Goose, including the landing gear.

2.
Raise the left side of the vehicle skid and pass the other side of the left landing gear support
lanyard underneath the parachute riser.
3.
Pass the unfinished end of the 53-inch braided dacron through the eyebolt and secure with
three half hitches and a knot in the running end.
Note. The landing gear support lanyard will come from the manufacturer with one end finger trapped and 53 inches long.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the right side landing gear support lanyard (not shown).

## Installing Propeller Brake

6-6. Install propeller brake as shown in Figure 6-6.

1.
Install left propeller brake by passing the elastic lanyard end through the eyebolt on the rear
end of the skid. Secure the free end of the brake release lanyard to the vehicles left skid center eyebolt with three half hitches and a knot in the running end.
2.
Install the propeller brake 4 to 6 inches from the tip of the propeller. Route a suitable length of
type III nylon cord through the left skid rear end eyebolt and tie it tight to the eyebolt using half hitches and a knot in the running end.
Note. Do not overcome the tension of the elastic lanyard with type III nylon cord.

3.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the right side brake release making sure the propeller blades are
evenly positioned and secured.

## Installing Deflector Lanyards

6-7. Install deflector lanyards as shown in Figure 6-7.

1.
Secure the end of a riser deflector lanyard to the left skid front padeye or eyebolt with three
alternating half hitches and a knot in the running end.
2.
Route the deflector lanyard behind the drogue tube, through the 24 second (E-3) pyrotechnic
cutter, between the drogue attachment strap, and behind the locking pin bridle.
3.
Attach the opposite end of the deflector lanyard to the right skid front padeye or eyebolt and
secure with three alternating half hitches with a knot in the running end.
4.
Attach the cutter to a small rapide link, and safety with ticket 5, 8/7 cotton thread to the L-link
above the drogue ring. Shown above and on the next page.
5.
Route the riser deflector unfinished end through the right deflector overhand loop and secure
through the eyebolt using three alternating half hitches with a knot in the running end (not shown).
Note. Tension of the deflector lanyards must not overcome tension supplied by the leg support lanyards.

The deflector must be routed under the drogue tube and the locking pin bridle.

6.
Secure all lanyard loose ends with suitable lengths of masking tape (not shown).

## Equipment Required

6-8. Use the equipment listed below in Table 6-1 to rig this load.

Note. Along with the equipment list, it is recommended that an air drop kit with the following contents be added: (Braided Dacron lanyards, pyrotechnic cutters, propeller brakes, masking tape, cotton wadding and ticket 5).

| Item                                                       |
|------------------------------------------------------------|
| 1                                                          |
| 1                                                          |
| 1                                                          |
| 1                                                          |
| 1                                                          |
| 1                                                          |
| 1                                                          |
| WSADS Battery Charger                                      |
| Mission Planner (MP) file created with the MP software     |
| Suitable computer with MP software installed               |
| Flight Termination Device (FTD)                            |
| MP cable                                                   |
| WSADS Tool Kit                                             |
| High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), fitted |
| with Launch Control Box (LCB) and a mounted Ground Launch  |
| Bracket (GLB)                                              |
| Hand Held Remote Control Unit (HRCU)                       |
| Yellow Dispatch Pin                                        |
| Link, Rapide, medium                                       |
| Link, Rapide, small                                        |
| 1                                                          |
| 1                                                          |
| 1                                                          |
| 3                                                          |

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## Glossary

AC
Aircraft
AFB
Air Force Base
AFMAN (I)
Air Force Manual Interservice
AFSOC
Air Force Special Operations Command
AFTO
Air Force technical order
AMC
Air Mobility Command
ARC
advanced rescue craft
ARNG
Army National Guard
attn
attention
AGU
Airborne Guidance Unit
C
change
CB
center of balance
CEP
combat expendable platform
CRRC
combat rubber raiding craft
d
penny
DA
Department of the Army
DC
District of Columbia
DD
Department of Defense
diam
diameter
DP
Dispatch Point
EFTC
extraction force transfer coupling
EMM
Engine Management Module
EZ
Electrical Zero
FAA
Federal Aviation Administration
FM
Field Manual
FOD
Foreign Object Debris
ft
foot/feet
FTD
Flight Termination Device
Gal
gallon
GLB
Ground Launch Bracket
GPS
global positioning system
HQ
headquarters
HSLLADS
high-speed, low-level, aerial delivery system
HMMWV
High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle
Hp
Horse Power
HRCU
Hand Held Remote Control Unit
in
inch
JAI
joint airdrop inspector
LAW
light anti-tank weapon
lb
Pound
LCB
Launch Control Box
LPU
life preserver, underarm
LCSM
Life Cycle Sustainment Manager
LOS
Line of Sight
LV
low-velocity
LVAD
low-velocity airdrop
MADS
maritime aerial delivery system
MARS
marine amphibious reconnaissance submersible
MCRP
Marine Corps Reference Publication
mm
millimeter
MMIST
Mist Mobility Integrated Systems Technologies Inc.
MP
Mission Planner
NAVSEA
Naval Sea Systems Command
no
number
NSN
national stock number
NSW RIB
Naval Special Warfare Rigid Inflatable Boat
psi
pounds per square inch
qty
quantity
RAMZ
rigging alternate method zodiac
rqr
requirement
SCUBA
self contained breathing apparatus
sec
second
SOP
standing operating procedure
STS
special tactics squadron
TM
technical manual
TO
technical order
TRADOC
US Army Training and Doctrine Command
UAV
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
US
United States
USAR
US Army Reserve
w
with
WAPR
water-activated parachute release
WSADS
Wind Supported Aerial Delivery System

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Support (DS) Maintenance Manual (Including Repair Parts and Special Tools List) for Parachute, Personnel Type: 35-Foot Diameter, T-10C Troop Back Parachute Assembly (NSN 1670-01-248-9502); 35-Foot Diameter, T-10D Troop Back Parachute Assembly (1670-01-484-2234). 30 August 2001.
TM 10-1670-296-20&P/TO 13C7-49-2. Unit Maintenance Manual (including repair parts and
special tools list) for Ancillary Equipment for Low-Velocity Air Drop System (LVADS) Line, Multi-Loop (Extraction Lines, Deployment Lines, Bag Clustering Lines, Riser Extension, Suspension Slings) (NSN 1670-01-062-6301) (1670-01-062-6306) (1670-01-062-6304) (1670-01-062-6305) (1670-01-062- 6311) (1670-01-063-7760) (1670-01-062-6310) (1670- 01-062-6303) (1670-01-062-6307) (1670-01-062-6312) (1670-01-063-7761) (1670-01-062- 6308) (1670-01-062-6302) (1670-01-064-4453) (1670-01-107-7651) (1670-01-062-6309) (1670-01-064-4451) (1670-01-064-4452) (1670-01-107-7652) Coupling, Extraction Force Transfer: (1670-00-434-5783) (1670-00-434-5785) (1670-00-434-5787) (1670-00-434-5782) (1670-01-326-7309) Release, Cargo Parachute, M-1: (1670-01-097-8816) Release, Cargo Parachute, M-2: (1670-01-097-8817) Link Assembly, Single Suspension, Type IV: (1670-00- 783-5988) Assembly, Heavy Duty: Link, 4-Point: (1670-00-006-2752) Cover, Link, Type IV: (1670-01-360-0329) Clevis, Aerial Delivery: (4030-00-360-0304) (4030-00-678-8562) (4030-00-090-5354) (4030-00-432-2516) Cover, Clevis: (1670-00-360-0328) Strap, Parachute Release, Single Knife (1670- 00-998-0116) Strap, Parachute Release, Multi-Knife: (4340-00- 040-8219) Link Assembly, Coupling, 3-Point: (1670-01-307-0155) Bracket, Suspension: (1670-01-207-7223) Bracket, Suspension: (1670-00-078-4319) Plate, Suspension: (1670-01-141-1522) Tiedown, Cargo, 10k: (1670-00-937-0271) Tiedown, Cargo, Quick-Release: (1670-01-333-6082) Tiedown, Cargo, Aircraft: (1670-00-545-9063) Drive Off Aid, Type IV: (1670-01-344-0825) Link, 2-Point, 3 3/4-In: (1670-01-493-6418) Link, 2-Point, 5 1/2-In: (1670-01-493-6420) Break Away Static Line, Main: (1670-01-487- 5461) Jettison System, Parachute, Extraction: (1670-01-475-1990) {TO 13C7-49-2}. 30 October 2002.

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By Order of the Secretary of the Army and the Air Force:

 GEORGE W. CASEY, JR


General, United States Army

             Chief of Staff Official:


    JOYCE E. MORROW

Administrative Assistant to the

    Secretary of the Army


0724103

BRUCE CARLSON


T. MICHAEL MOSELEY

     General, USAF

        General, USAF

Commander, AFMC

         Chief of Staff

By Direction of the Commandant of the Marine Corps:

                                                       JAMES F. AMOS
                                             Lieutenant General, U.S. Marine Corps
                                                    Deputy Commandant
                                              Combat Development and Integration


By Direction of the Program Executive Officer of Littoral and Mine Warfare of the Navy:


                                                                                                                   JAMES E. THOMSEN
                                                                                                               Program Executive Officer,
                                                                                                                Littoral and Mine Warfare
                                                                                                                             U.S. Navy

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