8.6. Ground Ops.

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8.6.1. At strange fields, use caution for other transient aircraft. Use the airfield diagram during taxi. Some civilian fields are not accustomed to operations with military aircraft. It is the pilot’s responsibility to ensure the safety of civilian ground personnel.

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8.6.2. After engine shutdown, complete the Before Leaving Aircraft checklist, and conduct a thorough postflight inspection of the aircraft. Ensure transient maintenance personnel are thoroughly familiar with all servicing requirements and perform the strange field procedures checklist. Stay with the aircraft until refueling is complete and ensure the aircraft is properly secured.

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8.6.3. Provide transient maintenance or FBO personnel with contact information in the event that questions or unusual situations arise after leaving the aircraft. The aircrew is ultimately responsible for the aircraft when off station. If any doubt exists as to transient maintenance’s ability to service the aircraft properly and safely, contact the home station before servicing the aircraft.

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8.6.4. Other off-station considerations include:

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8.6.4.1. Before departing the aircraft, ensure the main gear is chocked.

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8.6.4.2. Before leaving base ops or the FBO, check the overnight and next day’s weather. If strong winds are in the forecast, triple chock the aircraft. Tie down ropes may also be used to anchor the aircraft down. Follow the procedures in the T.O. 1T-6A-1 when securing the aircraft with tie downs.

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8.6.4.3. If thunderstorms or icing is forecast, attempt to hangar the aircraft.

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8.6.4.4. Attempt to have a ground observer and fire bottle available for engine starts.

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8.6.4.5. Don’t allow a change in the off-station airfield environment to negatively affect normal habit patterns. Perform all normal checklists and procedures IAW T.O. 1T-6A-1. Section 8B—IFR Navigation

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