Which configuration uses one cargo hook?

• A. Single-Point Load Configuration
• B. Dual-Point Load Configuration
• C. Sling Load Operations
• D. Basic Operations

Answer: (A)

In sling load operations, the configuration describes how many cargo hooks are used to lift the load. Using one cargo hook is the single-point load configuration, chosen when the load is suitable for a single attachment and rigging can be kept simple. This setup concentrates all lift forces at one point, so it’s quick to rig but requires careful balancing and secure attachment to prevent sway or tilt. The dual-point load configuration uses two hooks to distribute weight and improve stability for longer or heavier items, which isn’t the situation described here. Sling load operations is a broad term for the overall process, not a specific hook count, and basic operations is even more general.