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'''Master Wings requirement:'''
[[TASK 2125 ]] ''- PERFORM PINNACLE AND RIDGE LINE OPERATIONS''

 
===32. TASK 2125: Perform pinnacle and ridge line operations===

====32.1. Objective: The pilot will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to perform pinnacle and ridge line operations as per task 2125 UH-1h ATM 2007====

====32.2. Competencies expected: Senior Wings certification standards and for this task, the pilot will demonstrate effective pinnacle, ridgeline / shoulder and confined area operations and===

=====32.2.1. on reconnaissance:=====

=====32.2.1.1. establish a desired altitude ±100 feet======

=====32.2.1.2. establish a desired airspeed, ±10 KIAS======

=====32.2.1.3. properly perform a continuous reconnaissance======

=====32.2.2. on approach:=====

======32.2.2.1. maintain ground track alignment with the selected approach path with minimum drift======

======32.2.2.2. maintain a constant approach angle======

======32.2.2.3. maintain an appropriate rate of closure======

======32.2.2.4. executing a smooth, controlled termination in the forward, usable one-third of the landing area======

=====32.2.3. on takeoff;=====

======32.2.3.1. perform a hover power check, if required, and complete a before-takeoff check without error======

======32.2.3.2. perform an airspeed-over-altitude takeoff while maintaining heading ±10 degrees.======

====32.3. be familiar with all mountain terrain operational considerations====