AFI 11-2C-130v3 - BITS

226 AFI11-2C-130V3 23 APRIL 2012
17.8.1.4. After clearance from the pilot, the loadmaster lowers the ramp, and clears off
headset to direct on-load or off-load operations.
17.8.1.4.1. The loadmaster will direct all on-load and off-load operations using prebriefed
signals. Other qualified loadmasters (CRG, aerial port) may perform these
duties; however, the aircraft loadmaster retains overall responsibility for the
operation.
17.8.1.5. Personnel on/offload through the aft cargo door and ramp.
17.8.1.5.1. Passengers will be escorted by a crewmember or qualified CRG, aerial
port, or airfield control (e.g. STT) personnel when enplaning or deplaning through the
aft door and ramp.
17.8.1.5.2. Auxiliary ground loading ramps should be used.
17.8.1.5.3. Unless cargo size and location dictate otherwise, deplane passengers
before cargo, and enplane after cargo.
17.8.1.6. Personnel on-load and off-load through the crew entrance door:
17.8.1.6.1. Station a crewmember (normally the loadmaster) on interphone with cord
held taut at approximately 20-feet at an angle of 45-degrees from the aircraft axis.
17.8.1.6.2. Brief deplaning personnel to secure loose articles and remain forward of
the interphone cord.
17.8.1.6.3. No enplaning personnel will approach the airplane until the loadmaster is
in place.
17.8.1.7. Upload Preparation/Procedures. Review the passenger and cargo manifests,
crew lists, and complete DD365-4 for the subsequent sortie.
17.8.1.7.1. Loadmasters may use the load plan total weight and load center of
balance (CB) for entry on the DD365-4 provided these procedures are followed:
17.8.1.7.1.1. The load plan data must be checked and validated by a qualified
load plan validator i.e., aircraft loadmaster, aerial port specialist, or any individual
who has completed the AMC Affiliation Program Airlift Planners Course.
17.8.1.7.1.2. The load plan validator will legibly sign the signature block on the
load plan with name, rank, and organization.
17.8.1.7.1.3. The load must be placed on the aircraft exactly according to the load
plan.
17.8.1.7.1.4. Prior to flight, if there is any doubt on the accuracy of the load plan
weight or CB, the loadmaster must accomplish the DD365-4 by station loading
each individual item.
17.8.1.7.1.5. If downloading to an empty aircraft, a DD365-4 is not required for
the subsequent sortie.
17.8.1.8. After completion of on-load or off-load, secure the ground loading ramp(s) in
the installed position (if mission dictates), in the cargo compartment, or stow them in the
aft cargo door.