Name two sling-load configurations commonly used in Phase 2.

• A. External single-point sling loads
• B. Dual-point sling loads
• C. Triple-point sling loads
• D. External single-point sling loads and dual/multi-point sling loads based on load distribution

Answer: (D)

In sling-load operations, how you attach the load to the helicopter is chosen based on how the load’s weight is distributed and how much stability you need during flight. External single-point sling loads are the simplest and quickest option: the load is carried from a single attachment point, which makes rigging fast and is suitable for smaller, evenly balanced items. When the load is larger, heavier, or unevenly distributed, using two or more attachment points—dual-point or multi-point configurations—helps spread the weight, improves balance, and reduces sway or pendulum motion during flight.

Triple-point or other highly multi-point setups aren’t typically needed for everyday Phase 2 loads; they’re used only for specific, awkward, or unusually heavy configurations. So the two common configurations you’ll see in Phase 2 are external single-point sling loads and dual/multi-point sling loads based on load distribution, with the choice driven by the load’s size, shape, and balance.