TM 5-5420-278-10
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RECOVERY BY HELICOPTER (Contd)
WARNING
Do not connect lifting sling to bridge rafting bracket
mounting holes and quick-release pins. Use only the
load receiving pins with one chain at each pin. Failure
to comply may result in damage to equipment or
possible injury or death to personnel.
t. Position helicopter lifting sling on top of ramp bay, and pass end of each
chain (2) under load receiving pin (1) at four LIFT/TIEDOWN brackets (4).
u. At rear end (ramp end) of bay, connect chain hook (3) to each chain (2) so
length of both chains (2) is equal.
v. At front end (connecting end) of bay, disconnect/connect chain hook (3) to
each chain (2) so length of both chains (2) is approximately 9.5 in. (240 mm)
shorter than chains (2) at rear end of ramp bay.
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2
2
3
2
3
3
4
HELICOPTER
LIFTING SLING
FRONT
END
REAR
END
9.5 in.
(240 mm)