What are the three phases of a sling load operation?

• A. Hookup team; Receiving team
• B. Ground Crew
• C. Preparation and rigging; Inspection of preparation and rigging; sling load operation
• D. Recovery and return

Answer: (C)

These three phases map the entire sling-load mission from setup to execution. First, preparation and rigging covers selecting the load, assembling and attaching the rigging gear, and securing the load to the slings and aircraft in the proper configuration. Then, inspection of preparation and rigging is a formal safety check to verify every connection, hook, shackle, knot, and tie-off is correct, the load is balanced, and there’s no damage or misrigging. Finally, the sling load operation is the actual lift and transport by the aircraft, including the lift, flight to the destination, and safe setting down of the load. This sequence ensures rigging is correct and checked before the lift, which is essential for safety and effectiveness.