Block II (1a Technical Orders)

What does TO stand for?

Technical Order

What is the purpose of a Technical Order (TO)?

They give us the necessary steps and procedures to make proper and safe repairs. They establish standardized policies and provide clear instructions.

A Technical Order is a written military order, published under the authority of who?

A. MAJCOM

B. Secretary of the Air Force

C. Production Superintendent

D. Headquarters of the Air Force

B. Secretary of the Air Force

True or False:

Use of Technical Orders is MANDATORY for ALL maintenance tasks

True

What Technical Order Term indicates a mandatory requirement?

A. Shall

B. Must

C. Will

D. All of the Above

D. All of the Above

What Technical Order Term indicates a preferred method of accomplishment?

A. Should

B. Shall

C. May

D. All of the Above

A. Should

What Technical Order Term indicates an acceptable or suggested means of accomplishment?

A. Should

B. Must

C. May

D. All of the Above

C. May

What provides user-friendly, accurate, and up to date TOs in a digital format?

A. Technical Order Binder

B. E-Tools

C. G-Tools

D. F-Tools

B. E-Tools

What is an example of an E-Tool?

A. Desktop

B. Laptop

C. Tablet Device

D. Handheld Device

E. All of the Above

E. All of the Above

How many groups is TO number divided into?

A. At least 2, up to 7

B. At least 2, up to 14

C. At least 3, up to 14

D. At least 3, up to 7

D. At least 3, up to 7

What is a method of classifying, indexing, and numbering TOs for the Air Force?

A. DAFIs

B. DAFMANS

C. E-Tools

D. Numbering System

D. Numbering System

Which group in the numbering system identifies the type of equipment and primary aircraft mission?

A. Group 1

B. Group 2

C. Group 3

D. Both A and B

A. Group 1

How many different categories (types of equipment) can be identified in group 1 of the numbering system?

A. 2

B. 4

C. 6

D. 8

C. 6

What are the categories (types of equipment) in group 1 of the numbering system?

1 = Aircraft

2 = Engines

3 = Propellers

4 = Landing Gear

5 = Instruments

6 = Fuel Systems

In group 1 of the numbering system what Aircraft Mission does A identify?

A. Attack

B. Bomber

C. Cargo

D. Special Electionics

A. Attack

In group 1 of the numbering system what Aircraft Mission does B identify?

A. Attack

B. Bomber

C. Cargo

D. Helicopter

B. Bomber

In group 1 of the numbering system what Aircraft Mission does C identify?

A. Attack

B. Bomber

C. Cargo

D. Trainer

C. Cargo

In group 1 of the numbering system what Aircraft Mission does E identify?

A. VTOL/STOL

B. Helicopter

C. Special Electronics

D. Research

C. Special Electronics

In group 1 of the numbering system what Aircraft Mission does F identify?

A. Attack

B. Helicopter

C. Trainer

D. Fighter

D. Fighter

In group 1 of the numbering system what Aircraft Mission does H identify?

A. Research

B. Helicopter

C. Special Electronics

D. Unmanned Air Vehicles (UAV)

B. Helicopter

In group 1 of the numbering system what Aircraft Mission does Q identify?

A. Unmanned Air Vehicles (UAV)

B. Research

C. VTOL/STOL

D. Special Electronics

A. Unmanned Air Vehicles

In group 1 of the numbering system what Aircraft Mission does T identify?

A. Teamwork

B. Trainer

C. VTOL/STOL

D. Attack

B. Trainer

In group 1 of the numbering system what Aircraft Mission does V identify?

A. Fighter

B. Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV)

C. VTOL/STOL

D. Bomber

C. VTOL/STOL

In group 1 of the numbering system what Aircraft Mission does X identify?

A. Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV)

B. X-ray

C. Special Electronics

D. Research

D. Research

Which group in the numbering system contains the aircraft model, modified aircraft mission (in parenthesis), and aircraft production series?

A. Group 1

B. Group 2

C. Group 3

D. All of the above

B. Group 2

In the example 1F-16A-06, what is the 16?

A. Modified Aircraft Mission

B. Aircraft Type

C. Model Number

D. Production Series Letter

C. Model Number

In the example 1F-16A-06, what is the A?

A. Model Number

B. Modified Aircraft Mission

C. Production Series Letter

D. Category

C. Production Series Letter

What is the designation given to the aircraft for identification?

A. Category

B. Production Series Letter

C. Model Number

D. Aircraft Mission

C. Model Number

What denotes the number of times the aircraft design has been changed or modified (e.g. A = 1st production (Original)?

A. Production Series Letter

B. Aircraft Mission

C. Model Number

D. Category

A. Production Series Letter

In the example 1B-52D-1, the D represents what?

A. 2nd change to the design

B. 4th change to the design

C. 1st production (Original)

D. 3rd change to the design

D. 3rd change to the design

In a modified (secondary) Aircraft Mission, A stands for what?

A. Multi-Mission

B. Reconnaissance

C. Aerial Refueling (Tanker)

D. Attack

D. Attack

In a modified (secondary) Aircraft Mission, H stands for what?

A. Reconnaissance

B. Multi-Mission

C. Search/ Rescue/ MedEvac

D. Aerial Refueling (Tanker)

C. Search/ Rescue/ MedEvac

In a modified (secondary) Aircraft Mission, K stands for what?

A. Aerial Refueling (Tanker)

B. Attack

C. Reconnaissance

D. Multi-Mission

A. Aerial Refueling (Tanker)

In a modified (secondary) Aircraft Mission, M stands for what?

A. Attack

B. Search/ Rescue/ MedEvac

C. Reconnaissance

D. Multi-Mission

D. Multi-Mission

In a modified (secondary) Aircraft Mission, R stands for what?

A. Search/ Rescue/ MedEvac

B. Reconnaissance

C. Aerial Refueling (Tanker)

D. Attack

B. Reconnaissance

In the example 1F-16A-06, the A would indicate what production series for the F-16

A. 2nd change

B. 4th change

C. Original Design

D. 3rd change

C. Original Design

In the example 1B-52D-1, the B indicates what primary mission for the aircraft?

A. Fighter

B. Attack

C. Special Electronics

D. Bomber

D. Bomber

In the example 1C-135(K)A-4, the 1 in group 1 represents what category?

A. Engine

B. Propeller

C. Fuel System

D. Aircraft

D. Aircraft

In the example 1C-135(K)A-4, the C in group 1 represents what mission for the aircraft?

A. VTOL/STOL

B. Cargo

C. Bomber

D. Special Electronics

B. Cargo

In the example 1C-135(K)A-4, the 135 in group 2 represents what about the aircraft?

A. Model Number

B. Modified Aircraft Mission

C. Production Series Letter

D. Category

A. Model Number

In the example 1C-135(K)A-4, the (K) in group 2 represents the aircraft has what modified (secondary) mission?

A. Search/ Rescue/ MedEvac

B. Multi-Mission

C. Aerial Refueling (Tanker)

D. Reconnaissance

C. Aerial Refueling (Tanker)

In the example 1C-135(K)A-4, the A in group 2 represents that the aircraft has been changed or modified how many times?

A. 0

B. 1

C. 2

D. 3

A. 0 (1st Production or Original)

In the example 1C-135(K)A-4, the 4 in group 3 represents what type of TO?

A. Flight Manual

B. Illustrated Parts Breakdown

C. Inspection Requirements

D. Structural Repair

B. Illustrated Parts Breakdown

Which group identifies the type of TO being utilized in the numbering system?

A. Group 1

B. Group 2

C. Group 3

D. None of the Above

C. Group 3

Which type of TO is a Work Unit Code Manual (WUC)?

A. 06

B. 1

C. 3

D. 5

A. 06

Which type of TO is a Flight Manual (includes Check Flight Procedures and Checklists)?

A. 2

B. 5

C. 1

D. 6

C. 1

Which type of TO is Maintenance instruction (includes Job Guides and Checklists)?

A. 06

B. 2

C. 4

D. 6

B. 2

Which type of TO is Illustrated Parts Breakdown (IPB)?

A. 501 and higher

B. 5

C. 3

D. 4

D. 4

Which type of TO is Structural Repair?

A. 3

B. 6

C. 1

D. 2

A. 3

Which type of TO is Basic Weight Checklist and Loading Data (Weight and Balance)?

A. 3

B. 5

C. 06

D. 6

B. 5

Which type of TO is Inspection Requirements?

A. 2

B. 4

C. 6

D. 06

C. 6

Which type of TO is a Time Compliance Technical Oder (TCTO)?

A. 501 and higher

B. 06

C. 5

D. 2

A. 501 and higher

What does a TO type -06, Work Unit Code Manual (WUC) outline?

A. Describes the aircraft and equipment operation

B. Contains instructions for troubleshooting, installation, removal and repair tasks (MAINTENANCE)

C. Identifies assigned system-related equipment CODES pertaining to servicing and maintenance functions-lists codes

D. Used to calculate an aircraft's WEIGHT and balance

C. Identifies assigned system-related equipment codes pertaining to servicing and maintenance functions-lists codes

What does a TO type -1, Flight Manual outline?

A. A guide in making STRUCTURAL repairs

B. Used to calculate an aircraft's WEIGHT and balance

C. Common or Routine INSPECTIONS

D. Describes the aircraft, equipment operation, and flight characteristics for normal and emergency procedures

D. Describes the aircraft, equipment operation, and flight characteristics for normal and emergency procedures

What does TO type -2, Maintenance Manual Outline?

A. Instructions for performing MAINTENANCE tasks on aircraft (e.g. troubleshooting, installation, removal, and repair of system components)

B. Identifies a TIME Compliance Technical Order (TCTO)

C. Used for identifying and ordering replacement PARTS

D. Visual examinations and manual checks (INSPECTIONS) to determine the condition of your aircraft's components

A. Instructions for performing tasks on aircraft (e.g. trouble shooting, installation, removal, and repair of system components)

What does a TO type -3, Structural Repair Manual outline?

A. Used for identifying and ordering replacement PARTS

B. Contains instructions for performing MAINTENANCE tasks on an aircraft (e.g. troubleshooting, installation, removal, and repair of system components)

C. Used as a guide in making STRUCTURAL repairs

D. Used to calculate an aircraft's WEIGHT and balance point, Center of Gravity

C. Used as a guide in making structural repairs

What does a TO type -4, Illustrated Parts Breakdown (IPB) Manual outline?

A. Used for identifying and ordering replacement PARTS

B. Contains instructions for performing MAINTENANCE tasks on an aircraft (e.g. troubleshooting, installation, removal, and repair of system components)

C. Used as a guide in making STRUCTURAL repairs

D. Used to calculate an aircraft's WEIGHT and balance point, Center of Gravity

A. Used for identifying and ordering replacement parts

What does TO type -5, Basic Weight Checklist and Loading Data Manual outline?

A. Used for identifying and ordering replacement PARTS

B. Contains instructions for performing MAINTENANCE tasks on an aircraft (e.g. troubleshooting, installation, removal, and repair of system components)

C. Used as a guide in making STRUCTURAL repairs

D. Used to calculate an aircraft's WEIGHT and balance point, Center of Gravity

D. Used to calculate an aircraft's balance point, Center of Gravity

What does a TO type -6, Scheduled Inspection/ Maintenance Requirement outline?

A. Used for identifying and ordering replacement PARTS

B. Contains instructions for performing MAINTENANCE tasks on an aircraft (e.g. troubleshooting, installation, removal, and repair of system components)

C. Visual examinations and manual checks (INSPECTIONS) to determine the condition of your aircraft's components

D. Used to calculate an aircraft's WEIGHT and balance point, Center of Gravity

C. Visual examinations and manual checks (INSPECTIONS) to determine the condition of your aircraft's components

What does a TO type -501 or higher outline?

A. Used for identifying and ordering replacement PARTS

B. Contains instructions for performing MAINTENANCE tasks on an aircraft (e.g. troubleshooting, installation, removal, and repair of system components)

C. Visual examinations and manual checks (INSPECTIONS) to determine the condition of your aircraft's components

D. Identifies a TIME Compliance Technical Order (TCTO)

D. Identifies a Time Compliance Technical Order

True or False:

Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) initiate and document all permanent modifications, update changes, and retrofit changes to standard AF systems, equipment, and end items

True

True or False:

Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) include One Time Inspections (OTI)

True

True or False:

One Time Inspections are normally look-only actions to verify the existence of suspected equipment conditions or malfunctions

True

How many categories do Time Compliance Technical Orders have based on importance and urgency of work involved?

A. 2

B. 3

C. 4

D. 5

B. 3

What are the three categories of a Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO)?

(1) Immediate

(2) Urgent

(3) Routine

Which action in a Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) corrects safety conditions that are unacceptable due to risk of FATALITY/ serious injury to personnel or damage to aircraft?

A. Immediate

B. Urgent

C. Routine

D. All of the Above

A. Immediate

Which action in a Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) corrects safety conditions that could cause INJURY to personnel or damage to property (must be corrected within a specified timeframe)?

A. Immediate

B. Urgent

C. Routine

D. All of the Above

B. Urgent

Which action in a Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) is equipment or procedural deficiencies which COULD BE HAZARDOUS to personnel or equipment?

A. Immediate

B. Urgent

C. Routine

D. All of the Above

C. Routine

What does an immediate TCTO result in?

A. Grounds the aircraft immediately

B. Grounds the aircraft if not corrected within the time frame

C. Time frame to complete is based on safety (will not ground the aircraft)

D. None of the Above

A. Grounds the aircraft immediately

What does an urgent TCTO result in?

A. Grounds the aircraft immediately

B. Grounds the aircraft if not corrected within the time frame

C. Time frame to complete is based on safety (will not ground the aircraft)

D. None of the Above

B. Grounds the aircraft if not corrected within the time frame

What does a routine TCTO result in?

A. Grounds the aircraft immediately

B. Grounds the aircraft if not corrected within the time frame

C. Time frame to complete is based on safety (will not ground the aircraft)

D. None of the Above

C. Time frame to complete is based on safety (will not ground the aircraft)

True or False:

Groups 4 through 7 further sectionalize the breakdown of Group 3

True

What kind of text if not strictly observed, could result in injury, DEATH, or long-term health hazards?

A. Cautions

B. Warnings

C. Notes

D. None of the Above

B. Warnings

What kind of text if not strictly observed, could result in DAMAGE to or destruction of equipment, loss of mission effectiveness, or long-term health hazards?

A. Cautions

B. Warnings

C. Notes

D. None of the Above

A. Cautions

What kind of text highlights any operating procedure and notifies personnel to prevent accidental operation of systems?

A. Cautions

B. Warnings

C. Notes

D. None of the Above

C. Notes

True or False:

You should memorize TOs because they will never change procedures and guidance

False

True or False:

Air Force TOs are the ONLY official means of providing technical information about the operation, safety procedures, maintenance, inspections, and servicing of your aircraft

True

In technical orders, the terms of Shall, Must, Will indicate a ____________ requirement.

A. selective

B. preferred

C. suggested

D. mandatory

D. mandatory

Which of the following are NOT included in Electronic-Tools (E-Tools) used to access technical orders?

A. Laptop computers

B. Hand-held devices

C. Desktop computers

D. Personal Digital Assistant

D. Personal Digital Assitant

What is the purpose of TO numbering systems?

A. Identify secondary mission

B. Provide inspection/maintenance requirements

C. Organize technical orders in a logical sequence

D. Guide technicians in the performance of weight and balance

C. Organize technical orders in a logical sequence

The letter inside the parenthesis in Group 2 identifies the ___________ mission.

A. Modified or primary

B. Modified or secondary

C. Primary or special-modified

D. Primary or special-secondary

B. Modified or secondary

Which group in the TO numbering system designates the type of technical manual?

A. Group 1

B. Group 2

C. Group 3

D. Group 4

C. Group 3

Which technical order provides step-by-step information needed to perform maintenance tasks on aircraft?

A. 1B-1B-5

B. 1F-15A-2

C. 1A-10A-01

D. 1C-130A-06

B. 1F-15A-2

Which technical order is used as a guide for making structural repairs to the airframe?

A. 1U-2S-1

B. 1B-1B-5

C. 1F-15E-3

D. 1C-130A-6

C. 1F-15E-3

Which of the following Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) grounds the aircraft if not completed in a specified amount of time?

A. Urgent

B. Routine

C. Specialty

D. Immediate

A. Urgent

Which of the following describes groups 4 through 7 in the TO numbering system?

A. Further sectionalizes specific TOs

B. Identifies the category number of the end item

C. Identifies production group within a specific design

D. Provides instructions for repair of the airframe structure

A. Further sectionalizes specific TOs

Which of the following indicates items that could result in fatalities if not followed during maintenance procedures?

A. Note

B. Caution

C. Warning

D. Attention

C. Warning