Gday Capt Fathome,
Similar to what Layman said...
Critical Missions, - sorties whereby the performance of the Crew may affect the rescue of lives in jeopardy.
Complex Jet, - let's face it, the 604 is no Blanik. The Challenger requires two coordinated and type rated Crew to operate it professionally. There are seven heavy volumes in the flight manual alone and many many buttons, ccb's and reversion options.
Low level, - flight below IFR LSALT. Eg 500, 200ft above ground.
Slow speed drops, - min manouvreing speed at first stage of flap is 160kt. Drops by the Danish Air Force are conducted at ~170kt I think. Not much margin there and low speed cues are visible at those configurations.
Inclement wx, - Murphys Law isn't it? Greater chance of wx below the tropopause. Low level, low speed, below 10deg c, visible moisture = icing conditions. It would be a skillful juggle to operate/ drop in those sorts of conditions.
Not fully automated flight deck. - I hear that there's no auto thrust on these particular beasts.
That's a quick personal rundown of those dot points. What's your opinion?
Originally Posted by
Capt Fathom
Define:
Critical Missions,
Complex Jet,
Low level,
Slow speed drops,
Inclement wx,
Not fully automated flight deck.