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CAGE Code 81996
8 June 2005
Amendment 0007
ITEM PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION
FOR THE
ARMED RECONNAISSANCE HELICOPTER
Prepared for:
U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command
Redstone Arsenal, Alabama 35898-5000
Prepared by:
Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter Product Managers Office
Building 5681
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898-5000
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Table of Contents
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SCOPE...................................................................................................................................15
APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS............................................................................................15
2.1
General................................................................................................................................15
Non-Government Publications.........................................................................................19
2.4
Order of Precedence..........................................................................................................20
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS..............................................................................................20
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3.1.8 Shipboard Operations.................................................................................................23
3.1.8.1 Capability on Navy Ships.....................................................................................23
3.1.8.2 Service....................................................................................................................23
3.1.9 Reconfigurable............................................................................................................23
3.2 Performance Characteristics............................................................................................23
3.2.1 Configuration..............................................................................................................23
3.2.1.1 Weights..................................................................................................................23
3.2.1.2 Weight and Balance..............................................................................................23
3.2.1.2.1 Empty Weight...................................................................................................24
3.2.1.2.2 Basic Weight Standard Armed Reconnaissance Configuration...............24
3.2.1.2.3 Operating Weight Standard Armed Reconnaissance Configuration.......24
3.2.1.2.4 Gross Weight - Standard Armed Reconnaissance Configuration...............24
3.2.1.2.5 Unit Weights.....................................................................................................24
3.2.1.2.5.1 Standard Crew...........................................................................................24
3.2.1.2.5.2 Fluids (per gallon)......................................................................................24
3.2.1.2.5.3 Ordnance....................................................................................................24
3.2.1.2.5.4 Stores Equipment......................................................................................24
3.2.1.3 Center of Gravity Normal Limitations...............................................................25
3.2.2 Cruise Airspeed...........................................................................................................25
3.2.3 Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE).......................................................................25
3.2.4 Range............................................................................................................................25
3.2.5 Operational Radius.....................................................................................................25
3.2.6 Endurance....................................................................................................................25
3.3 Air Vehicle..........................................................................................................................26
3.3.1 Usage Spectrum...........................................................................................................26
3.3.2 Handling Qualities......................................................................................................30
3.3.2.1 Rough Field Operations.......................................................................................31
3.3.2.2 Autorotation..........................................................................................................31
3.3.3 Human Systems Integration.......................................................................................31
3.3.3.1 Pilot Accommodation...........................................................................................31
3.3.3.2 Controls and Displays..........................................................................................31
3.3.3.2.1 Image Intensification (I) Compatibility........................................................31
3.3.3.2.2 Standards..........................................................................................................31
3.3.3.2.3 Display Configuration.....................................................................................32
3.3.3.2.4 Visibility............................................................................................................32
3.3.3.2.5 Readability........................................................................................................32
3.3.3.3 Lighting.................................................................................................................32
3.3.3.3.1 Uniformity........................................................................................................32
3.3.3.3.2 Luminance Balance.........................................................................................32
3.3.3.3.3 Luminance........................................................................................................32
3.3.3.4 Emergency Egress................................................................................................32
3.3.4 Engine/Fuel System.....................................................................................................32
3.3.4.1 Engine....................................................................................................................32
3.3.4.1.1 Engine Inlet Sand and Dust Protection..........................................................33
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3.3.4.1.1.1 Filtration.....................................................................................................33
3.3.4.1.1.2 Characteristics...........................................................................................33
3.3.4.1.2 Exhaust Subsystem..........................................................................................33
3.3.4.1.2.1 Collection....................................................................................................33
3.3.4.1.2.2 Drainage.....................................................................................................33
3.3.4.1.2.3 Exhaust Gases............................................................................................33
3.3.4.1.2.4 Induced Loads............................................................................................33
3.3.4.1.3 Engine Drains-Nacelle.....................................................................................33
3.3.4.1.3.1 Fluid Entrapment......................................................................................33
3.3.4.1.3.2 Drains.........................................................................................................34
3.3.4.1.4 Vibration...........................................................................................................34
3.3.4.2 Fuel System...........................................................................................................34
3.3.4.2.1 Fuel Compatibility...........................................................................................34
3.3.4.2.2 Refueling / Defueling.......................................................................................34
3.3.4.2.3 Single Point Refueling / Defueling..................................................................34
3.3.4.2.4 Fuel Quantity Gauging....................................................................................34
3.3.4.2.5 Fuel Tanks.........................................................................................................34
3.3.4.2.5.1 Construction...............................................................................................34
3.3.4.2.5.2 Drop Test....................................................................................................35
3.3.4.2.5.3 Fuel Tank Removal/Installation...............................................................35
3.3.4.2.5.4 Fuel Cell Ballistic Capability....................................................................35
3.3.4.2.6 Fuel Line Ballistic Capability.........................................................................35
3.3.4.2.7 Auxiliary Fuel System.....................................................................................35
3.3.4.2.7.1 Fuel Transfer System.................................................................................35
3.3.4.2.7.2 Management...............................................................................................35
3.3.4.2.7.3 Crashworthiness........................................................................................35
3.3.4.3 Engine Control Subsystem...................................................................................35
3.3.4.3.1 Controls.............................................................................................................35
3.3.4.3.2 Rotor Speed......................................................................................................35
3.3.4.3.3 Start and Abort................................................................................................35
3.3.4.3.4 Motoring...........................................................................................................36
3.3.4.3.5 Control System Single Failure........................................................................36
3.3.4.4 Fire Extinguishing System (Dual Engine Only).................................................36
3.3.5 Drive Subsystem..........................................................................................................36
3.3.5.1 Life Limits.............................................................................................................36
3.3.5.1.1 Gears.................................................................................................................36
3.3.5.1.2 Bearings............................................................................................................36
3.3.5.2 Lubrication System..............................................................................................37
3.3.5.2.1 Lubrication.......................................................................................................37
3.3.5.2.2 Loss of Lubrication..........................................................................................37
3.3.5.2.3 Pumps................................................................................................................37
3.3.5.2.4 Filtration...........................................................................................................38
3.3.5.2.5 Cooling Fans.....................................................................................................38
3.3.5.2.6 Grease Fittings.................................................................................................38
3.3.5.2.7 Sensors..............................................................................................................38
3.3.5.3 Vibrations and Dynamics.....................................................................................38
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3.4.7.9.4 Display..............................................................................................................54
3.4.7.9.5 Break Track......................................................................................................54
3.4.7.9.6 Reacquisition of Targets..................................................................................54
3.4.7.10 Symbology.............................................................................................................54
3.4.7.10.1 Display............................................................................................................54
3.4.7.10.2 Selection..........................................................................................................54
3.4.7.11 TASS Field of Regard..........................................................................................54
3.4.7.12 TASS Field of View (FOV)..................................................................................55
3.4.7.12.1 Infrared Sensor Fields of View.....................................................................55
3.4.7.12.1.1 Narrow Field of View (NFOV)...............................................................55
3.4.7.12.1.2 Medium Field of View (MFOV).............................................................55
3.4.7.12.1.3 Wide Field of View (WFOV)..................................................................55
3.4.7.12.2 CTV Fields of View........................................................................................55
3.4.7.12.2.1 CTV Super Narrow Field of View (SNFOV).........................................55
3.4.7.12.3 Switching and Settling Times........................................................................55
3.4.7.12.4 FOV Center....................................................................................................55
3.4.7.13 Electro-Optics Counter Countermeasure (EOCCM).......................................55
3.4.7.14 TASS Open System Architecture........................................................................55
3.4.7.15 Anti-Ice..................................................................................................................56
3.4.8 Battlefield Interoperability.........................................................................................56
3.4.8.1 Net Centric............................................................................................................56
3.4.8.2 Network Protocol..................................................................................................56
3.4.8.3 System Interoperability........................................................................................56
3.4.8.4 Communication System.......................................................................................58
3.4.8.4.1 Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS)..............................................................58
3.4.8.4.2 Compatibility....................................................................................................58
3.4.8.4.3 GATM...............................................................................................................58
3.4.8.4.4 Range................................................................................................................59
3.4.8.4.4.1 Civil Airspace Entry Communications....................................................59
3.4.8.4.4.2 Nap of Earth (NOE) Communications....................................................59
3.4.8.4.4.3 Line-of-Sight (LOS) Communications.....................................................59
3.4.8.4.4.4 NOE SINCGARS Communications.........................................................59
3.4.8.4.4.5 Non Line-of-Sight Communications........................................................59
3.4.8.4.4.6 Link 16 Communications..........................................................................59
3.4.8.4.5 Identification and Combat ID.........................................................................59
3.4.8.4.5.1 Identification..............................................................................................59
3.4.8.4.5.2 Combat Identification (ID).......................................................................59
3.4.8.4.5.3 Enhanced ID..............................................................................................60
3.4.8.4.6 Voice and Data Communication.....................................................................60
3.4.8.4.7 Modes / Status Indications..............................................................................60
3.4.8.4.8 Simultaneous Communications......................................................................60
3.4.8.4.9 Receive/Transmit Capability..........................................................................60
3.4.8.4.10 Preset Channels..............................................................................................60
3.4.8.4.11 Still / Live Imagery........................................................................................60
3.4.8.4.12 UHF-AM.........................................................................................................61
3.4.8.4.12.1 Jam Resistance.........................................................................................61
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3.4.8.7 Navigation.............................................................................................................65
3.4.8.7.1 Radio Navigation.............................................................................................65
3.4.8.7.2 Area Navigation (RNAV) Systems..................................................................66
3.4.8.7.2.1 Sensors/Accuracy.......................................................................................66
3.4.8.7.2.2 Flight Management...................................................................................66
3.4.8.7.3 GATM Compliance..........................................................................................66
3.4.8.7.4 GPS IFR Requirement....................................................................................66
3.4.8.7.5 Absolute Altitude.............................................................................................66
3.4.8.7.5.1 Accuracy.....................................................................................................66
3.4.8.7.5.2 Drift Rate....................................................................................................66
3.4.8.8 Tactical Situational Awareness............................................................................67
3.4.8.8.1 Digital Map System..........................................................................................67
3.4.8.8.2 Digital Map Civil Capabilities........................................................................67
3.4.8.8.3 Inputs................................................................................................................67
3.4.8.8.4 Latency..............................................................................................................67
3.4.8.9 Map Display..........................................................................................................67
3.4.8.9.1 Capabilities.......................................................................................................67
3.4.8.9.2 Terrain and Feature Data...............................................................................67
3.4.8.9.3 Data Source......................................................................................................68
3.4.8.9.3.1 Digital Map Products................................................................................68
3.4.8.9.3.2 Compliancy................................................................................................68
3.4.8.9.4 Storage Capacity..............................................................................................68
3.4.8.10 Command and Control (C2) Interface...............................................................68
3.4.8.10.1 Variable Message Format (VMF).................................................................68
3.4.8.10.2 VMF................................................................................................................68
3.4.8.10.3 TADIL-J..........................................................................................................68
3.4.8.10.4 Common Message Format............................................................................68
3.4.8.11 Crash Survivable Memory Unit (CSMU)..........................................................68
3.4.8.11.1 Record Capability..........................................................................................68
3.4.8.11.2 Storage............................................................................................................69
3.4.8.11.3 Crashworthy...................................................................................................69
3.4.8.11.4 System Parameters........................................................................................69
3.4.8.11.5 Compatibility with US Army Safety Center................................................69
3.4.8.12 DISR Compliance.................................................................................................69
3.4.8.13 Central Test Support Facility Certification.......................................................69
3.4.8.14 Joint Interoperability Test Center (JITC) Certification...................................69
3.4.8.15 Spectrum Management........................................................................................69
3.4.9 Lethality.......................................................................................................................69
3.4.9.1 Employment..........................................................................................................69
3.4.9.2 Air-to-Ground Missiles / Rockets........................................................................69
3.4.9.2.1 Hellfire..............................................................................................................70
3.4.9.2.2 Rockets..............................................................................................................70
3.4.9.2.3 Armament Trajectory/Aircraft Clearance....................................................70
3.4.9.2.4 Armament /Aircraft Compatibility................................................................70
3.4.9.2.5 Armament Boresight.......................................................................................71
3.4.9.3 Self-Protection.......................................................................................................71
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3.4.9.5
3.4.9.6
3.4.9.7
3.5 Survivability.......................................................................................................................71
3.5.1 Radar Detection...........................................................................................................71
3.5.2 Infrared (IR)................................................................................................................72
3.5.2.1 IR Countermeasures............................................................................................72
3.5.2.2 IR Suppression......................................................................................................72
3.5.3 Laser Detection............................................................................................................72
3.5.4 Ballistic Protection......................................................................................................72
3.5.5 Seats..............................................................................................................................72
3.5.6 Airframe Crashworthiness.........................................................................................73
3.5.7 Major Component Displacements.............................................................................73
3.5.8 Blade Strikes................................................................................................................73
3.6 Environmental Conditions................................................................................................73
3.6.1 Physical Environment.................................................................................................73
3.6.1.1 Low Pressure (Altitude).......................................................................................73
3.6.1.2 Temperature..........................................................................................................73
3.6.1.2.1 Operating..........................................................................................................73
3.6.1.2.2 Non-Operating.................................................................................................74
3.6.1.2.3 Temperature Shock..........................................................................................74
3.6.1.3 Rain........................................................................................................................74
3.6.1.3.1 General Requirements.....................................................................................74
3.6.1.3.2 Blades................................................................................................................74
3.6.1.4 Icing/Freezing Rain..............................................................................................74
3.6.1.5 Humidity................................................................................................................74
3.6.1.6 Fungus...................................................................................................................74
3.6.1.7 Salt Fog..................................................................................................................75
3.6.1.8 Sand and Dust.......................................................................................................75
3.6.1.8.1 General Requirements.....................................................................................75
3.6.1.8.2 Blades................................................................................................................75
3.6.1.9 Explosive Atmosphere..........................................................................................75
3.6.1.10 Shock.....................................................................................................................75
3.6.1.10.1 Functional Shock...........................................................................................75
3.6.1.10.2 Bench Handling Shock..................................................................................75
3.6.1.10.3 Crash Hazard Shock......................................................................................76
3.6.1.11 Induced Vibration................................................................................................76
3.6.1.12 Solar Radiation.....................................................................................................76
3.6.1.13 Acceleration..........................................................................................................76
3.6.2 Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E)............................................................76
3.6.2.1 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)..................................................................76
3.6.2.2 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)..............................................................76
3.6.2.3 Electromagnetic Vulnerability (EMV)................................................................76
3.6.2.4 Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP).............................................................................77
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3.6.2.5
3.6.2.6
3.6.2.7
3.6.2.8
3.6.2.9
3.6.2.10
3.6.2.11
3.6.2.12
3.6.2.13
3.7 Sustainability......................................................................................................................77
3.7.1 Maintenance Concept.................................................................................................78
3.7.2 Computer Resources Support....................................................................................78
3.7.3 Packaging, Handling, Storage....................................................................................78
3.7.4 Publications..................................................................................................................78
3.8 Reliability............................................................................................................................78
3.8.1 Mean Time Between Essential Function Failure (MTBEFF).................................79
3.8.2 Mean Time Between System Aborts (MTBSA)........................................................79
3.9 Maintainability...................................................................................................................79
3.9.1 Direct Maintenance Man-Hour per Flight Hour (DMMH / FH)............................79
3.9.2 Mean Time To Repair- Essential (MTTRe)...............................................................80
3.10
Battle Damage Assessment and Repair (BDAR).........................................................80
3.10.1
BDAR Time..............................................................................................................80
3.10.2
BDAR Duration.......................................................................................................80
3.11
Diagnostics......................................................................................................................80
3.11.1
Detection and Isolation............................................................................................80
3.11.2
False Alarm Rate......................................................................................................81
3.12
Facilities...........................................................................................................................81
3.13
Training...........................................................................................................................81
3.13.1
Integrated Training Program (ITP).......................................................................81
3.13.2
Operational Training Engagement System...........................................................81
3.13.2.1 Tactical Engagement Simulation System (TESS)..............................................81
3.13.2.2 Embedded Instrumentation................................................................................82
3.14
MANPRINT General.....................................................................................................82
3.14.1
Personnel..................................................................................................................82
3.14.2
Human Factors Engineering...................................................................................82
3.14.3
Soldier Survivability................................................................................................82
3.14.4
System Safety...........................................................................................................82
3.15
Transportability..............................................................................................................83
3.15.1
Embark Operations.................................................................................................83
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3.15.3
3.15.4
Debark Operations..................................................................................................83
Intra-Theatre Transportability...............................................................................83
Strategic Transportability.......................................................................................83
3.16
3.17
Recovery..........................................................................................................................83
VERIFICATION...................................................................................................................84
4.1
Requirements Verification................................................................................................84
4.2
Verification Methods.........................................................................................................84
PACKAGING........................................................................................................................85
NOTES...................................................................................................................................85
Commonality......................................................................................................................86
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
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List of Tables
Table I Usage Spectrum................................................................................................................26
Table II Average MTBR / MTBRRDR for Dynamic Components..............................................39
Table III Sample Requirements Verification Matrix.....................................................................84
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1 SCOPE
This document provides the performance, qualification, and verification requirements for the
Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter (ARH). The ARH will conduct armed reconnaissance to gain
actionable combat information enabling joint/combined air-ground maneuver execution of
Mobile Strike, Close Combat and Vertical Maneuver operations across the full-spectrum of
military operations. The ARH will replace the current fleet of OH-58D reconnaissance aircraft
upon retirement. Initial delivered aircraft will be a combination of Off the Shelf (OTS) and NonDevelopment Items (NDI) capable of operating with current and Stryker-equipped forces.
Follow on lots of aircraft will provide Future Force capabilities.
The document defines the requirements in terms of Threshold (T), Threshold Tradeable 1, 2, and
3 (TT1, TT2, and TT3), and Objective (O) requirements and are defined as follows:
(T) Threshold requirements and specific parameters are mandatory.
(TT1) Threshold requirements are mandatory; specific parameters are highly desirable but not
mandatory.
(TT2) Threshold requirements are mandatory; specific parameters are desirable but not
mandatory.
(TT3) Threshold requirements are desired.
(O) Objective requirements are desired requirements which describe capabilities that will enable
the ARH to fully address deficiencies identified in the currently fielded reconnaissance aircraft.
Objective requirements as written specifically address the delta parameters of the threshold
requirement. Any parameter not addressed in the objective requirement remains as written in the
threshold requirement.
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APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
2.1 General
Documents listed in this section are specified in sections 3, 4, or 5 of this specification. This
section does not include documents cited in other sections of this specification or recommended
for additional information or as examples. While every effort has been made to ensure the
completeness of this list, document users are cautioned that they shall meet all specified
requirements of documents cited in sections 3, 4, or 5 of this specification, whether or not they
are listed.
2.2
Government Documents
2.2.1
Specifications, Standards, and Handbooks
The following specifications, standards, and handbooks of the exact revision listed below form a
part of this document to the extent specified herein.
MIL-DTL-27422C
14 Jan 02
MIL-DTL-5624U
5 Jan 04
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MIL-DTL-83133E
1 Apr 99
MIL-E-52031D
05 Sep 79
MIL-F-8815
23 Jun 95
MIL-L-6503H
25 Mar 96
MIL-PRF-23699F
21 May 97
MIL-PRF-7808L
2 May 97
MIL-PRF-83282D
30 Sep 97
MIL-PRF-87257B
22 Apr 04
MIL-STD-130L
10 Oct 03
MIL-STD-188-181B
20 Mar 99
MIL-STD-188-182A
31 Mar 94
MIL-STD-188-183
18 Sep 92
MIL-STD-188-184
20 Aug 93
MIL-STD-188-185(2) 9 Sep 98
MIL-STD-461E
20 Aug 99
MIL-STD-704F
12 Mar 04
MIL-STD-1425A
30 Aug 91
MIL-STD-1472F(1)
5 Dec 03
Human Engineering
MIL-STD-1474D
29 Aug 97
Noise Limits
MIL-STD-1787C
5 Jan 01
MIL-STD-2073-1D(1) 10 May 02
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MIL-STD-2361C
15 Oct 04
MIL-STD-2525B
30 Jan 99
MIL-STD-3005
20 Dec 99
MIL-STD-3009
4 Oct 02
MIL-STD-3011
30 Sep 02
MIL-STD-6016C
31 Mar 04
MIL-STD-6017
1 Apr 04
MIL-STD-704F
12 Mar 04
MIL-STD-810F
5 May 03
MIL-STD-40051-1
15 Oct 04
MIL-T-81259B
11 Oct 91
Information Assurance
AC 20-136
ADS-27
5 Mar 90
Jun 93
ADS-33E-PRF
21 Mar 02
ADS-37A-PRF
28 May 96
ADS-50-PRF
15 Apr 96
ADS-69-PRF
27 Oct 04
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01 Oct 97
AR 95-1
01 Sep 97
Flight Operations
14 CFR, Part 27
14 CFR, Part 33
21 CFR, 1040
DOD-PRF-85734A
29 Jun 04
RTCA/DO-160D
29 Jul 97
RTCA/DO-178B
1 Dec 92
RTCA/DO-181C
12 Jun 01
RTCA/DO-254
19 Apr 00
TM 55-1500-345-23
12 Jun 86
TR 89/044
Mar 89
TR 89-D-22E
Dec 89
TSO C-115b
30 Sep 94
TSO C-129a
20 Feb 96
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AIR-STD-15/7G(1)
3 Mar 98
AIR-STD-25/3B
8 Dec 00
AIR-STD-25/11B
23 Jun 95
AIR-STD-25/12A(2)
24 Aug 91
ANSI Z136.1-2000
SAE-AS5440
1 Apr 98
SAWE RP7C
18 May 02
SAWE RP8A
1 Jun 97
STANAG-3516 ED.5
27 Jan 03
STANAG-3614 ED.5
7 Jan 02
STANAG-3632 ED.5
30 Dec 85
Grease Nipples
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9 Oct 98
STANAG-4209 ED.2
4 Aug 95
System Requirements
3.1
3.1.1
General Requirements
Start Timeline
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3.1.4
Airframe Growth Capability
(TT1) The ARH shall have the capability to accept engines with increased shaft horsepower and
associated airframe structural and dynamic component improvements to include the rotor and
drive-train system, resulting in an overall power growth of at least 8%.
3.1.5
Ozone Depleting Chemicals
(T) The ARH program (design, components, testing, production, installation, maintenance,
support and disposal) shall not introduce ozone depleting chemicals.
3.1.6
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Performance Characteristics
Configuration
3.2.1.1 Weights
3.2.1.2 Weight and Balance
The aircraft weight and balance classification shall be determined according
to AR 95-1, paragraph 7-3. If no classification, then aircraft is class 2.
3.2.1.2.1 Empty Weight
The empty weight used for performance shall be as defined in Society of
Allied Weight Engineers (SAWE) Recommended Practices (RP) 7 and SAWE RP
8, Part I. The weight empty shall include the weights of all armament and
Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) provisions as well as sensor
assemblies.
3.2.1.2.2 Basic Weight Standard Armed Reconnaissance Configuration
The basic weight shall consist of the empty weight plus trapped and unusable fuel, full hydraulic
and oil systems, and all fixed equipment including crew station armor, non-expendable active
and passive countermeasures, weapons pylons, two M-260 seven-shot rocket launchers, and
auxiliary fuel tanks (if required).
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(O) The ARH, at the standard armed reconnaissance configuration gross weight, shall achieve a
cruise airspeed of at least 120 KTAS, at 6,000 ft pressure altitude and 95o Fahrenheit (6k/95F),
using no more than MCP
3.2.3
Hover Out of Ground Effect (HOGE)
(T) At take-off using Intermediate Rated Power (IRP- 30 minute rating), the ARH, at the
standard armed reconnaissance configuration gross weight, shall perform an out-of-ground effect
hover (A skid or wheel height of at least one and one half (1.5) main rotor diameters above
ground level) at 4k/95.
(O) At take-off using IRP, the ARH, at the standard armed reconnaissance configuration gross
weight shall perform an out-of-ground effect hover at 6k/95.
3.2.4
Range
(T) The ARH, in the standard armed reconnaissance configuration, shall achieve a range of 212
km at 4k/95 using a 1-minute takeoff, cruise at .99 best range airspeed (Vbr), with 20-minute
reserve at best endurance airspeed (Vbe), profile. Auxiliary fuel may be used to meet this
requirement.
(O) The ARH, in the standard armed reconnaissance configuration, shall achieve a range of 424
km at 6k/95 using a 1-minute takeoff, cruise at .99 Vbr, with 20-minute reserve at Vbe, profile.
Auxiliary fuel may be used to meet this requirement.
3.2.5
Operational Radius
(TT1) The ARH, in the standard armed reconnaissance configuration, shall achieve an
operational radius of 75 km at 4k/95 using a 1-minute takeoff, cruise at .99 Vbr to objective area,
1 hour station time while cruising at Vbe, cruise at .99 Vbr to return, with 20 minute fuel reserve
at Vbe, profile. Auxiliary fuel may be used to meet this requirement.
(O) The ARH, in the standard armed reconnaissance configuration, shall achieve an operational
radius of 150 km at 6k/95 using a 1-minute takeoff, cruise at .99 Vbr to objective area, 1 hour
station time while cruising at Vbe, cruise at .99 Vbr to return, with 20 minute fuel reserve at Vbe,
profile. Auxiliary fuel may be used if required.
3.2.6
Endurance
(T) The ARH, in the standard armed reconnaissance configuration, shall achieve an endurance
of 2.2 hours at 4k/95 using a 1-minute takeoff, cruise at Vbe, with 20-minute fuel reserve at Vbe,
profile. Auxiliary fuel may be used to meet this requirement.
(O) The ARH, in the standard armed reconnaissance configuration, shall achieve an operational
endurance of 3.0 hours at 6k/95 using a 1-minute takeoff, cruise at Vbe, with 20-minute fuel
reserve at Vbe, profile. Auxiliary fuel may be used to meet this requirement.
3.3
3.3.1
Air Vehicle
Usage Spectrum
Table I Usage Spectrum
PERCENT LIFE
CONDITIONS
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NORMAL START
1.0000
NORMAL
SHUTDOWN
1.0000
IDLE
1.0000
TAKEOFF
HOVERING
normal
0.8000
vertical
0.1000
steady
7.6000
hover turns
control
reversals
sideward flight
left
0.3300
right
0.3300
longitudinal
0.0100
lateral
0.0100
rudder
0.0100
stabilized left
0.4000
left acceleration
0.0250
left deceleration
0.0250
stabilized right
0.4000
right acceleration
0.0250
right deceleration
0.0250
rearward flight
0.4500
normal landing
0.5050
auto to power
recovery
0.1300
full auto
landing
0.0050
.1 %VH
5.0500
.2
5.0500
.3
5.0500
.4
4.1400
.5
3.7100
.6
1.6400
.7
2.4900
.8
4.5600
.9
3.7100
1.0
1.0400
1.11
0.0600
ACCELERATION
normal
max rate
0.6000
0.4000
0.2400
0.1600
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DECELERATION
normal
max rate
CLIMB
0.3360
0.5040
0.2240
0.3360
max
continuous
power
1.8200
max engine
power
0.2800
PARTIAL POWER
DESCENT
CONTROL
REVERSALS AT VH
NORMAL TURNS
3.4000
longitudinal
0.0100
lateral
0.0100
rudder
0.0100
to the left
.3 VH
.7 VH
.9 VH
1.11 VH
to the right
.3 VH
.7 VH
.9 VH
1.11 VH
SYMMETRIC PULLUP
.3 VH
.7 VH
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1.5 G
0.3350
2.0 G
0.0074
1.5 G
1.2293
2.0 G
0.2162
MAX G
0.0079
1.5 G
1.0364
2.0 G
0.0611
MAX G
0.0072
1.5 G
0.1429
2.0 G
0.0066
1.5 G
0.3350
2.0 G
0.0074
1.5 G
1.2293
2.0 G
0.2162
MAX G
0.0079
1.5 G
1.0364
2.0 G
0.0611
MAX G
0.0072
1.5 G
0.1429
2.0 G
0.0066
1.5 G
0.4832
2.0 G
0.0107
1.5 G
1.7733
2.0 G
0.3122
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1.11 VH
ROLLING PULLUP
to the left
.3 VH
.7 VH
.9 VH
1.11 VH
to the right
.3 VH
.7 VH
.9 VH
1.11 VH
PUSHOVERS
.3 VH (.50 - .
75G's)
.7 VH
.9 VH
1.11 VH
YAWED FLIGHT .9 VH
POWER TO
AUTOROTATIONS
1.5 G
1.4950
2.0 G
0.0882
MAX G
0.0103
1.5 G
0.2062
2.0 G
0.0096
1.5 G
0.0604
2.0 G
0.0014
1.5 G
0.2216
2.0 G
0.0390
MAX G
0.0014
1.5 G
0.1868
2.0 G
0.0110
MAX G
0.0014
1.5 G
0.0258
2.0 G
0.0012
1.5 G
0.0604
2.0 G
0.0014
1.5 G
0.2216
2.0 G
0.0390
MAX G
0.0014
1.5 G
0.1868
2.0 G
0.0110
MAX G
0.0014
1.5 G
0.0258
2.0 G
0.0012
0.0450
0 - .25G's
0.0014
.25 - .50G's
0.0105
.50 - .75G's
0.1785
0 - .25G's
0.0009
.25 - .50G's
0.0051
.50 - .75G's
0.1390
.25 - .50G's
0.0005
.50 - .75G's
0.0191
to the left
0.0500
to the right
0.0500
.5 VH
0.0300
VH
0.0100
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AUTOROTATION TO
POWER AT VNE
(autorotation)
0.0300
STABILIZED AT VNE
(autorotation)
0.1500
TURNS AT VNE
(autorotation)
to the left
0.0500
to the right
0.0500
PULLUP AT VNE
(autorotation)
HOVERING
0.0500
360 degree
clearing turn
left
0.8251
360 degree
clearing turn
right
0.8251
control
reversals
longitudinal
0.0277
lateral
0.0277
rudder
0.0277
steady
1.5320
RUN-ON LANDING
LATERAL AGILITY
POP UP
SIDE FLARE WITH
KICKOUT
0.2475
35KTS left to
quick stop
0.2863
35KTS right to
quick stop
0.2863
35KTS left
with kickout
and accel
0.2863
35KTS right
with kickout
and accel
0.2863
at 20KTS
0.4288
at 40KTS
0.4288
to the left
to the right
MAXIMUM YAW
to the left
to the right
At 40KTS
0.2863
at 60KTS
0.2863
At 40KTS
0.2863
at 60KTS
0.2863
At 40KTS
0.1426
at 60KTS
0.1426
At 40KTS
0.1426
at 60KTS
0.1426
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TERRAIN TURNS
to the left
to the right
PEDAL TURNS
to the left
to the right
TERRAIN PULLUPS
TERRAIN
PUSHOVERS
DASH/QUICK STOP
at 20KTS
1.1431
At 40KTS
1.6431
at 60KTS
1.6431
at 20KTS
1.1431
At 40KTS
1.6431
at 60KTS
1.6431
At 40KTS
0.4288
at 60KTS
0.4288
At 40KTS
0.4288
at 60KTS
0.4288
at 40KTS
1.3931
at 60KTS
1.3931
at 40KTS
1.3931
at 60KTS
1.3931
accel to
60KTS to
quick stop
2.8586
accel to VH to
quick stop
2.2840
TOTAL
100.0000
3.3.2
Handling Qualities
(T) The ARH shall have at least level 2 handling qualities for all Scout Rotorcraft Category
Mission Task Elements as defined by ADS-33E-PRF, Table I.
(O) The ARH shall have level 1 handling qualities for all Scout Rotorcraft Category Mission
Task Elements as defined by ADS-33E-PRF, Table I.
3.3.2.1 Rough Field Operations
(TT2) The ARH shall be capable of performing all combat missions from unprepared sod and
clay/dirt fields on slopes of up to 10 degrees.
3.3.2.2 Autorotation
(TT1) The ARH shall be capable of entering power-off autorotation at any speed from hover to
maximum forward speed up to maximum gross weight, including jettisonable stores, and land
safely (no further damage to aircraft nor injury to the aircrew) minus jettisonable stores. The
transition from powered flight to autorotative flight shall be established smoothly, with adequate
controllability, and with a minimum loss of altitude. It shall be possible to make this transition
safely when initiation of the manual collective pitch control motion has been delayed for at least
1 second following loss of power without exceptional piloting skill or exceptionally favorable
conditions. At no time shall the rotor speed fall below a safe minimum transient autorotative
value. At a touchdown speed of 35 knots on a level paved surface it shall be possible to bring the
helicopter to a stop in less than 200 ft.
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(O) The ARH shall be capable of entering power-off autorotation at any speed from hover to
maximum forward speed up to maximum gross weight, including jettisonable stores, and land
safely (no further damage to aircraft nor injury to the aircrew) with jettisonable stores. It shall be
possible to make this transition safely when initiation of the manual collective pitch control
motion has been delayed for at least 2 second following loss of power without exceptional
piloting skill or exceptionally favorable conditions.
3.3.3
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3.3.3.3 Lighting
(TT2) The ARH shall provide lighting uniformity and balance of all displays.
Uniformity
(TT2) Lighting across individual displays shall meet the following uniformity standard: the ratio
of the standard deviation of the indicator element luminances to mean indicator luminance shall
be not more than 0.25, using eight or more equally spaced test measurements.
Luminance Balance
(TT2) Display luminance on individual dimming circuits shall be balanced such that the mean
indicator luminances of any two instruments shall not vary by more than 33% (balance) across
the range of full ON to full OFF.
Luminance
(TT2) The luminance of all markings on the displays and panels shall be 1.0+/-0.5 foot lamberts
when illuminated by the integral lighting system and at the rated voltage only.
3.3.3.4 Emergency Egress
(TT1) The ARH shall accommodate the emergency egress of the crew, as defined in the Pilot
Accommodation paragraph above, in no more than 20 seconds while aircraft is resting on its side
assuming fuselage and structure deformation has not occurred.
3.3.4
Engine/Fuel System
3.3.4.1 Engine
(T) The engine shall be either military (Army Rotorcraft) qualified to AV-E-8593, certified to 14
CFR, Part 33 and currently operating on US Army aircraft under an Airworthiness Release
(AWR) / Interim Statement of Airworthiness Qualification (ISAQ) authority, or certified to 14
CFR, Part 33 with the following additional testing/analysis performed to satisfy the requirements
for an AWR:
1. Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3)/Electromagnetic Interference
(EMI)/Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) verified by analysis and test IAW ADS-37-PRF
2. Vibration IAW MIL-STD-810, Method 514.5, Procedure I, and Method 519.5, Procedure IV.
3. Power Turbine Overspeed Control System Analysis IAW the Airworthiness Qualification Plan
(AQP).
4. Engine Ingestion IAW the AQP.
5. Engine Component Lifing IAW the AQP.
3.3.4.1.1 Engine Inlet Sand and Dust Protection
3.3.4.1.1.1 Filtration
(TT3) The engine inlet shall have a sand and dust filtration system that removes greater than
98% of AC Fine and AC Coarse sand.
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3.3.4.1.1.2 Characteristics
(TT3) The variation in total pressure and total temperature at the engine inlet face shall not be
greater than that established by the engine manufacturers specification.
3.3.4.1.2 Exhaust Subsystem
3.3.4.1.2.1 Collection
(TT2) The exhaust subsystem shall not collect fuel, oil, rain, snow, or Foreign Object Debris
(FOD).
3.3.4.1.2.2 Drainage
(TT2) The exhaust subsystem shall provide for drainage outside the aircraft structure.
3.3.4.1.2.3 Exhaust Gases
(TT1) Exhaust gases shall be directed away from the crew and troop/cargo compartment, fluid
drains, air intakes, flammable aircraft components, and ground vegetation and shall not impinge
upon any portion of the aircraft.
3.3.4.1.2.4 Induced Loads
(TT1) The exhaust subsystem shall not induce loads or moments to the engine in excess of the
engine qualification limits.
3.3.4.1.3 Engine Drains-Nacelle
3.3.4.1.3.1 Fluid Entrapment
(TT2) The subsystem shall be free of traps or configurations that could accumulate vapor and
fluid.
3.3.4.1.3.2 Drains
(TT1) Drains for the engine compartment shall be provided which drain fuel at a rate equal to or
greater than the maximum fuel flow rate that could result from a severed fuel line.
3.3.4.1.4 Vibration
(TT1) The air vehicle shall not induce vibration to the engine that exceeds the engine
qualification limits.
3.3.4.2 Fuel System
(TT1) The fuel system shall prevent flammable fluid spillage or ignition during survivable crash
impacts as defined in the Crash Survival Design Guide, TR 89-D-22E.
3.3.4.2.1 Fuel Compatibility
(TT1) The system shall meet all operating requirements with fuel conforming to MIL-DTL5624, Grade JP-4 / JP-5, or JP-8 / JP-8 +100 per MIL-DTL-83133, or commercial equivalents, at
fuel temperatures to 135o F.
(TT3) The system shall comply with the requirements of AIR STD 15/6E-Guide Specifications
(Minimum Quality Standards) for Aviation Fuels: NATO F-34, F-35, F- 40, and F-44.
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duration) which can be input (on a one-time basis) by the engine(s) or through the rotor system.
Fatigue calculations shall be based on 3 working curves.
(TT3) All drive subsystem components shall have a minimum 4500 hours life, based on fatiguerelated failures, when operated in accordance with the usage spectrum.
3.3.5.1.1 Gears
(TT1) At the gearbox rated power, all gears shall have a minimum life of CFI cycles in tooth
bending, and CFI hour minimum life in tooth contact, using standard gear life calculation
methodologies. The influence of gearbox deflections shall be included in the life analysis. Gears
shall be insensitive to scoring for all possible combinations of load and temperature.
(TT3) At the gearbox rated power, all gears shall have infinite life (>107 cycles) in tooth
bending, and 4500 hours life in tooth contact, using standard gear life calculation methodologies.
For dual-engine drive gearboxes, the gears located before the gear which combines the load from
each engine shall have infinite life in tooth bending, and 4500 hours life in tooth contact, at the
gearbox one engine inoperative (OEI) rating.
3.3.5.1.2 Bearings
(TT1) Unless otherwise specified, all rolling element bearings shall have a minimum B10 life of
CFI hours based on operation at 71 % of the gearbox power rating.
(TT3) Unless otherwise specified, all rolling element bearings shall have a minimum B10 life of
4500 hours based on operation at 71% of the gearbox power rating. Unless otherwise specified
for dual-engine drive gearboxes, the bearings located before the gear which combines the load
from each engine shall have a minimum B10 life of 4500 hours based on operation at 71% of the
gearbox OEI rating. Rolling element bearings in magnesium, aluminum, or composite housings
shall be installed in liners which are retained or locked by a positive method to prevent rotational
and axial motion.
3.3.5.2 Lubrication System
(TT1) Lubrication shall be provided at the required pressure and flow rate to all required
components and accessories at all allowed gearbox attitudes. Suitable means shall be provided
for setting the gearbox internal pressure and flow to the required level during steady state ground
operation, and for maintaining required gearbox internal pressures under all operating conditions
and gearbox attitudes. Breathers shall be equipped with filtration devices which remove airborne particles.
(TT3) Breathers shall be equipped with filtration devices which remove air-borne particles of
10-microns or larger. Breathers shall be arranged to prevent loss of oil from the gearbox under
all operating conditions and gearbox attitudes.
3.3.5.2.1 Lubrication
(TT1) The system gearboxes shall incorporate a lubrication system using oil conforming to
DOD-PRF-85734, MIL-PRF-23699, or, for cold weather operation below -20OF, MIL-PRF-7808.
The lubrication system shall provide lubricant to all required components and accessories under
all attitude conditions which may be imposed by operation of the aircraft as allowed by the
aircraft specification. Gearboxes and accessories which are lubricated by the gearbox lubrication
system shall be adequately lubricated during autorotation. Failure of a gearbox-driven accessory
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or an accessory lubricated by the gearbox lubrication system shall not cause failure of the
gearbox, and shall not contaminate the gearbox lubrication system with debris from the
accessory.
(TT3) All oil passages connecting points in the same gearbox shall be located within the gearbox
and shall incorporate jet-protection screens which prevent the lubricating jets from becoming
clogged with debris.
3.3.5.2.2 Loss of Lubrication
(TT1) All transmissions and gearboxes, including clutch mechanisms, shall function for a
minimum of 30 minutes after complete loss of the lubricant from the primary lubrication system.
Operational conditions shall be such that the loss of lubricant occurs at maximum continuous
power, followed by transition to maximum range cruise and a vertical landing, at sea level
standard conditions. For dual-engine applications, the drive subsystem shall be capable of safe
operation in the overrunning mode for at least 30 minutes with complete loss of gearbox
lubrication. For single engine aircraft, the drive subsystem shall be capable of safe operation in
the overrunning mode for at least 5 minutes.
3.3.5.2.3 Pumps
(TT2) No air traps shall exist at the lubrication pump inlet(s). The pump(s) shall provide the
required oil flow rate and pressure without degradation of performance at all altitudes up to and
including the helicopters maximum operating altitude.
3.3.5.2.4 Filtration
Filtration size and capacity shall be CFI.
(TT1) Oil filters shall be utilized on all pressurized lubrication systems. An integral bypass shall
be provided to bypass the filter element in the event the filter element becomes clogged.
Suitable indications shall be provided in the event of impending and actual bypass conditions.
The impending bypass indication shall be set such that a minimum of 10 hours of gearbox
operation is possible before actual bypass occurs.
(TT3) The filtration ratio shall be Beta 3 > 200 and Beta 2 > 100. Filter elements shall be noncleanable, throw-away type. Dirt holding capacity shall be sufficient to hold 25 grams AC fine
test dust.
3.3.5.2.5 Cooling Fans
(TT1) Failure of heat exchanger blowers shall not cause failure of the drive system or any of its
components.
3.3.5.2.6 Grease Fittings
(TT3) The system grease nipples shall comply with the requirements of STANAG 3766 (Grease
Nipples).
3.3.5.2.7 Sensors
(T) Debris sensors and oil pressure (if pressurized oil distribution system) and temperature
sensors shall be provided for all oil lubricated gearboxes. The operating oil temperature and
pressure shall be continuously monitored, and provisions shall be made for display of the oil
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pressure and temperature, as well as the operating limits, on cockpit instrumentation. Caution
and warning indications for all sensors shall be provided for cockpit display to the pilot.
3.3.5.3 Vibrations and Dynamics
(T) The drive subsystem and individual components shall be free of destructive vibration at all
operating speeds and powers, including steady-state, autorotation, and transient operation. When
the engines, accessories, rotor systems, and drive subsystem dynamic components are operated
as a combined dynamic system, there shall be no dynamic coupling modes or instabilities that are
destructive or limit the air vehicle for all ground and flight modes.
3.3.5.4 Overrunning Clutches
(TT1) The drive subsystem shall, during autorotation and single-engine operations, immediately
and automatically decouple the engine(s) not supplying torque, from the main rotor, tail rotor,
and accessories. During single-engine operation, the engine not supplying torque shall be
disengaged and shall permit operation of the main rotor, tail rotor, and accessories for a
minimum of two hours without damage to the clutch mechanism.
3.3.5.5 Accessory Drives
(TT1) A failure of the accessories that results in loss of rotation of those accessories shall not
prevent the main gear box from meeting the requirements of this specification. Gears shall not
have any resonances which affect the strength of the gear at all possible operating conditions.
Failure of accessories shall not cause failure of the rotor drive system.
3.3.5.6 Mechanical Gust Lock
(TT2) The system shall provide mechanical locking to prevent rotation of the rotor in a
horizontal 30 kt wind, or with one engine operating at ground idle. For aircraft configured with a
rotor brake, the rotor brake may be used to provide mechanical locking of the rotor.
(TT3) The system shall provide mechanical locking to prevent rotation of the rotor in a
horizontal 45 kt wind.
3.3.5.7 Rotor Brake
(T) If a rotor brake is not installed, a rotor brake kit shall be available for ARH. Provisions for
incorporation of the rotor brake kit must enable full installation at the unit level.
(TT3) A rotor brake shall be provided for ARH. With the engine(s) off, the rotor brake shall stop
the main rotor from 50% speed in not more than 50 seconds and hold the rotor in the stopped
position.
3.3.5.8 Drive Shaft Subsystem
3.3.5.8.1 Drive Shafting
(T) Margin shall be provided between shaft whirling critical speeds and aircraft steady-state
operating speeds, including idle, all flight conditions, and autorotation, to preclude any damaging
vibrations or stress amplifications that exceed the design limitations. Damping of supercritical
shafts shall be provided such that stress amplifications do not exceed the design limitations.
(TT1) The shafts shall be dynamically balanced and shall accommodate installation
misalignment and aircraft frame deflections.
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3.3.5.8.2 Couplings
(T) The torque and misalignment capabilities of drive shaft couplings shall be suitable for all
operational combinations of torque and speed when installed in the aircraft at the maximum
permissible misalignment. Couplings shall be fail-safe.
(TT3) Replacement of couplings shall not be cause for realignment of the associated shafting.
3.3.5.8.3 Bearings
(TT1) Grease-lubricated bearings shall incorporate methods for field checking, servicing, and
replacement of the lubricant as required.
(TT3) A self-aligning feature shall be provided for the bearing component of each hanger
bearing assembly.
3.3.5.9 Dynamic System Mean-Time-Between-Removal (MTBR)
(TT2) The inherent values of MTBR and Mean-Time-Between-Removal-Requiring-Depot
Return (MTBRRDR) for the major dynamic components and the inherent values of major nondynamic component MTBR and MTBRRDR shall be as specified in Table II .
Table II Average MTBR / MTBRRDR for Dynamic Components
Average
MTBR (Hours)
Average
MTBRRDR (Hours)
Swashplate
CFI
CFI
CFI
CFI
CFI
CFI
Main Gearbox
CFI
CFI
Intermediate Gearbox
CFI
CFI
Tail Gearbox
CFI
CFI
Drive Shafts
CFI
CFI
CFI
CFI
Other
CFI
CFI
Dynamic Component
3.3.6
Hydraulic Subsystem
If a hydraulic subsystem is provided it shall meet the following:
3.3.6.1 General Subsystem Performance
(TT2) Hydraulic subsystem design and performance criteria shall be in accordance with ADS50-PRF. Hydraulic subsystems and components thereof shall meet the performance
requirements of this specification under all conditions that the aircraft may encounter within the
structural limitations of the aircraft, including forces or conditions caused by acceleration,
deceleration, zero gravity, negative g, or any flight attitudes obtainable with the aircraft,
structural deflection, vibration, or other environmental conditions.
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3.4.6.2 Compatibility
(TT1) The ARH shall have an Aviation / Joint Mission Planning System (AMPS/JMPS)
compatible DTS that stores a minimum of 600 Megabytes of mission and map data and sends
and receives data within the ARH architecture at a minimum rate of 1 Megabit per second.
3.4.6.3 Automation
(TT3) The DTS subsystem shall provide the necessary interfaces to the communications,
navigation, aircraft survivability equipment (ASE), and mission equipment subsystems to
automate data input to the mission management subsystem to include a minimum of two days of
presets, frequencies/nets, and channel identifiers.
3.4.6.4 Cartridge Media
(T) The cartridge media for the DTS shall be defined by the Personal Computer Memory Card
International Association (PCMCIA) standard.
3.4.6.5 Onboard Mission Rehearsal
(O) The ARH shall provide an onboard mission rehearsal capability.
3.4.6.6 Data/Audio/Video Memory Storage/Retrieval
(TT1) The DTS shall store/retrieve selected data and video required/generated by ARH
subsystems for all modes of aircraft operation, including operational, maintenance, and
diagnostic data. The DTS shall provide the crew the ability to record at least 2 hours of data,
voice, sensor imagery, and symbology on a solid state recording device compatible with AMPS.
3.4.7
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(TT1) Laser Track: The TASS shall be pointed with reference to azimuth and elevation
data provided by the laser spot tracker.
(T) Boresight: The TASS shall align the LOS of the imaging sensors with the laser
rangefinder / designator.
(TT2) Geolocation Track: The ARH MEP shall provide the commands to point the
TASS to a waypoint/target via navigation data.
(TT1) IBIT: The TASS shall provide the operator or maintainer the ability to initiate a
Built In Test (BIT). The results of BIT shall be provided on ARH displays.
(TT1) Scan Mode: The TASS shall automatically perform an operator selected scan in
any combination of azimuth and elevation.
3.4.7.3 Slew Rate
(TT2) The TASS shall have a slew rate of at least 2.5 rad/sec in each axis and slew acceleration
of at least 7 rad/sec2
3.4.7.4 TASS Startup Timeline
(TT1) The TASS shall be fully operable within 5 minutes of TASS startup initiation including
any sensor cool-down time when TASS heat soak temperatures are below 122oF.
(TT1) The TASS shall be fully operable within 10 minutes of TASS startup initiation including
any sensor cool-down time when TASS heat soak temperatures are above 122oF.
(O) The TASS shall be fully operable within 1 minute of TASS startup initiation including any
sensor cool-down time when TASS heat soak temperatures are below 140oF.
(O) The TASS shall be fully operable within 3 minutes of TASS startup initiation including any
sensor cool-down time when TASS heat soak temperatures are above 140oF.
3.4.7.5 Boresight
Automation
(T) The TASS shall have a completely automated, internal boresight capability, executable in
less than 1 minute, which will align the laser to other sensors with a degree of accuracy to meet
performance requirements consistent with laser designation requirements listed in the classified
annex.
3.4.7.5.1 Crew Interface
(T) The TASS shall provide the crew a function to initiate and terminate automatic boresight
alignment.
Outside Targets
(T) No outside targets shall be required for boresight.
Alignment Retention
(TT2) The TASS shall retain alignments throughout a 4-hour flight with not more than 2 inflight boresight alignments, throughout the aircraft flight envelope, to include gunfire.
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Safety Features
(TT1) Boresighting shall have safety features such that the procedure can be accomplished at
any time, including on the ground, in flight, and in enclosed buildings, with no restrictions on the
close proximity of personnel.
Drift Recognition
(TT2) The TASS shall indicate to the crew when the sensor alignments have drifted outside of
the limits required to maintain laser designation accuracy.
3.4.7.6 Target Acquisition Sensor Suite (TASS)
(TT1) The ARH shall have a slewable Target Acquisition Sensor Suite (TASS) controllable from
both flight crew stations.
The TASS shall consist of the following:
(T) Infrared Imaging Sensor
(T) Color Television (CTV)
(O) Low Light Color TV (LLCTV)
(T) Laser Rangefinder / Designator
(O) Eyesafe Rangefinder
(T) Laser Spot Tracker
(T) Laser Pointer
3.4.7.6.1 Infrared Sensor
(T) The TASS shall include an Infrared Sensor that allows the crew to manually detect, classify,
recognize, and identify vehicular and man sized targets with at least the probabilities and ranges
listed in the classified annex.
3.4.7.6.1.1 Output
(T) Infrared imagery shall be output for display on the MFDs.
3.4.7.6.1.2 Display Viewability
(TT1) The infrared imagery combined with symbology, shall interface and be viewable on either
or both crewmembers' displays.
3.4.7.6.1.3 Polarity (black/white hot)
(T) A crew selectable control shall be provided to allow the crew to select between display white
hot and black hot FLIR imagery.
3.4.7.6.1.4 Future Growth
(O) Infrared imagery shall be output as 12 bit digital to allow growth for a future Aided Target
Recognition capability.
3.4.7.6.2 CTV
(TT1) The CTV shall meet the requirements specified in the classified annex.
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(O) The Low Light Color TV shall provide color output at lighting conditions down to at least
1.0 lux.
3.4.7.6.2.1 Sun Viewing Protection
(TT1) The CTV shall be protected from damage due to inadvertent viewing of the Sun.
3.4.7.6.2.2 CTV Display
(T) CTV imagery shall be output for display on the MFDs. The CTV, combined with
symbology, shall interface and be viewable on either or both flight crewmembers' displays.
3.4.7.6.3 Laser Rangefinder/Designator
3.4.7.6.3.1 Safety
(T) When the laser is armed or firing, the TASS shall warn the pilot and co-pilot via symbology
on the MFDs.
3.4.7.6.3.2 Fail-Safe
(T) The laser shall include a fail-safe system that does not allow accidental firing of the noneyesafe wavelength during eyesafe operations or maintenance.
3.4.7.6.3.3 Firing Limits
(T) All lasers shall have laser firing limits to prevent self lasing of the airframe or rotor system.
3.4.7.6.3.4 Safety Interlocks
(T) The laser system shall have safety interlocks to prevent inadvertent firing when on ground.
3.4.7.6.3.5 Notification
(T) The system shall provide notification to the crew when laser firing is inhibited.
3.4.7.6.3.6 Codes
(T) The laser designation mode shall provide Pulse Repetition Frequency (PRF) codes and Pulse
Interval Modulation (PIM) codes for precision guided munitions against stationary and moving
targets.
3.4.7.6.3.7 Range
(T) The rangefinder mode shall provide full range capability for all ARH laser guided weapon
systems. Laser performance requirements IAW the classified annex.
3.4.7.6.3.8 Accuracy
(T) The laser performance and accuracy shall be IAW the classified Annex.
3.4.7.6.3.9 Compatibility
(T) Laser pulse codes shall correspond to all Pulse Repetition Interval (PRF) and Pulse Interval
Modulation (PIM) as described in CR-RD-MG-98-2.
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Selectability
(T) The laser pulse codes shall be crew selectable while in flight.
3.4.7.6.3.11
Interface with Avionics
(T) The laser rangefinder / designator (LRF/D) shall provide turret azimuth and elevation and
laser range data to onboard avionics systems for the geolocation of targets.
3.4.7.6.3.12
Modes of Operation
(T) The LRF/D system shall operate in the following modes as a minimum: Laser Off Mode,
Laser Standby Mode, Laser Range Mode, Laser Designate Mode.
(O) Eyesafe Laser Range Mode
3.4.7.6.3.13
(T) See classified annex.
3.4.7.6.3.14
Laser to Sensor LOS Coincidence
(TT1) The Laser LOS and Sensor LOS shall be aligned in the narrowest field of view. In this
view, 90% of the laser energy shall be placed with a 95% probability (2.237 sigma each axis) on
a 2.3 meter by 2.3 meter target at distances as specified in the classified annex. (For the laser
designator, 90% of laser energy refers to the beam divergence diameter, centered about the center
of the laser beam; laser energy that falls outside of the beam divergence shall not be considered
part of the 90% energy requirement.)
3.4.7.6.4 Laser Pointer
(T) The system shall provide the capability to illuminate a specific point with the laser pointer
that is viewable with image intensification devices and not to the unaided eye.
3.4.7.6.4.1 Target Location Error
(TT1) See classified annex.
Laser Spot Tracker
(T) The system shall have a Laser Spot Tracker (LST) to acquire and track PRF and PIM laser
codes and provide symbology and steering data to the crew on the MFDs.
3.4.7.7 Image Fusion
(TT1) The CTV shall provide imagery that is registered with the infrared sensor imagery for the
purpose of fusing infrared sensor and CTV imagery in the FOVs common between the infrared
sensor and the CTV .
3.4.7.7.1 Image Selection
(TT1) The crew shall be able to select image fusion within each FOV.
3.4.7.7.2 Adjustment
(TT1) The image fusion mode shall be selectable between fully automated or manual adjustment
of the image fusion algorithm.
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turret azimuth and elevation, laser range, emitting laser status, laser spot tracker, active FOV,
track gates, BIT status, operating mode, and image fusion percentage.
3.4.7.10.2 Selection
(TT1) The symbology displayed shall be crew selectable and shall range from no symbology
(sensor imagery only) being displayed, a partial set of crew selected symbology, and the full
symbology set.
3.4.7.11 TASS Field of Regard
(TT1) The TASS shall have an unvignetted Field of Regard (FOR) in all fields of view from a
fixed forward position mounted on the airframe of (reference to aircraft center line):
Azimuth: +/- 180 degrees
Elevation +/- 30 degrees
(O)
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FOV Center
(TT1) When changing FOV, the centers of the FOV shall remain coincident within 10% of the
FOV being selected.
3.4.7.13 Electro-Optics Counter Countermeasure (EOCCM)
(TT1) The TASS shall incorporate protection against laser damage, jamming, and exploitation
from counter measures.
3.4.7.14 TASS Open System Architecture
(TT2) The TASS shall provide space and power for incorporation of the emerging technologies
of third generation Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) (2 color FLIR with mid-wave and longwave infrared in the same focal plane assembly) and Aided Target Recognition (ATR) software.
3.4.7.15 Anti-Ice
(TT1) The TASS shall have an anti-ice capability that keeps external optical surfaces
unobstructed by ice during operation.
3.4.8
Battlefield Interoperability
b)
Supporting the DoD vision of post before process by interfacing with the GIG via
alignment with the NCOW-RM service entitled Interact with the Net-Centric
Information Environment A1 using formatted VMF radio messages to/from
supported operations centers,
c)
Incorporating Internet Protocol Version 6 via the IDM in conjunction with the Army
Software Blocking Plan schedule,
d)
e)
Incorporating the standards applicable for small weapons systems from the
Department of Defense Information Technology Standards Registry (DISR),
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UHF SATCOM DAMA, Secure Voice and Data (Variable Message Format & Common Message
Format)
(T) Stryker Brigade Combat Team TOC (Voice and Variable Message Format) BLOS Link
(O) Integrated Broadcast System Intelligence Broadcast Monitor (Common Message Format
Binary)
(TT3) Enhanced Precision Location Reporting System (EPLRS), Secure Data (Variable Message
Format)
Army Maneuver C2
Tactical Internet (Army Battle Command Systems)
Army Airborne Command and Control System (A2C2S)
(O) Link-16, Secure Voice and Data, (Tactical Digital Information Link-Joint TADIL-J Format)
Air Force Intelligence Aircraft (AWACS, JSTARS)
Joint and Allied /Coalition Aircraft
Naval Ships
Army Air Defense Systems
Supports Combat ID
(O) Tactical Common Data Link, Secure Data (TCDL format)
UAV Level 4 Control Link
Receipt of UAV Live Video
Transmission of ARH Live Video to Distributed Common Ground Station-Army (DCGS-A)
(T) Transponder, Mode 1, 2, 3 A/C:
Air Traffic Control Agencies
(T) Transponder, Mode S:
Air Traffic Control Agencies
(T) Transponder, Mode 4:
Tactical Air Traffic Services
Air Force Intelligence Aircraft (AWACS, JSTARS)
Joint / Coalition Aircraft
Supports Combat ID
(T) Transponder, Mode 5:
Tactical Air Traffic Services
Air Force Intelligence Aircraft (AWACS, JSTARS)
Joint/Coalition Aircraft
Supports Combat ID
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Continuous Guard
(T) Continuous UHF-AM Guard monitoring at 243.0 megahertz (MHz) shall be provided.
3.4.8.4.11 VHF-FM
(T) The system shall provide dual VHF-FM communication that shall be capable of both voice
and data (using VMF messages), with external systems using qualified Army aviation radios. In
addition, the system shall have the following functions, at a minimum:
3.4.8.4.11.1
Jam Resistance
(T) Jam resistant VHF-FM communications shall be accommodated with the SINCGARSEnhanced System Improvement Program (ESIP) waveform.
3.4.8.4.11.2
Joint Service Interoperability
(T) Joint Service VHF-FM communications shall be accommodated with the SINCGARS-ESIP
waveform.
3.4.8.4.11.3
Secure Communications
(T) Secure VHF-FM communications shall be accomplished with an encryption device.
3.4.8.4.11.4
UAV Level 2 Data and Still Image Display
(TT1) CapabilitytodirectlyreceiveanddisplaydataandstillimagesfromUAVsshallbe
provided .
3.4.8.4.11.5
UAV Level 2 Control
(TT1) Capability up to and including Level 2 control of UAVs shall be provided.
3.4.8.4.11.6
Data from the IDM
(T)DatafromtheIDM,IAWMD1359/A,shallbedisplayedtothecrew.
3.4.8.4.12 VHF-AM Communication
(T) The system shall communicate, in voice, with external systems using qualified Army
aviation radios.
3.4.8.4.12.1
IDM Interface
(T) The IDM shall be connected to the VHF-AM radio.
3.4.8.4.12.2
Channel Spacing
(T) The system shall provide 8.33 KHz channel spacing.
3.4.8.4.12.3
Continuous Guard
(T) Continuous VHF-AM Guard monitoring at 121.5 Megahertz (MHz) shall be provided.
3.4.8.4.13 Ultra High Frequency (UHF) EPLRS
(TT3) The system shall communicate via data (VMF messages) with the Army Tactical Internet
using a certified Army aviation radio. The IDM shall be connected to the EPLRS radio. In
addition, the system shall have the following functions, as a minimum:
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Secure Communication
(T) If EPLRS is provided data from the IDM MD-1359/A, IAW MICD for the IDM Version 8,
or some other digital interface shall be displayed to the crew.
3.4.8.4.14 L-Band - BFT Data Communication
(T)Thesystemshallcommunicate;bothreceiveandtransmit,indata(VMFmessages)withthe
ArmyTacticalInternet.TheIDMshallbeconnectedtotheBFTradio.Inaddition,thesystem
shallhavethefollowingfunctions,ataminimum:
3.4.8.4.14.1
Secure BFT
(TT3) Secure BFT communications shall be accomplished with an encryption device.
3.4.8.4.14.2
Data from IDM
(T) Data from the IDM MD-1359/A, IAW MICD for the IDM Version 8, shall be displayed to
the crew.
3.4.8.4.15 L-Band Link-16 Voice and Data Communication
(T) The ARH shall provide space, weight, and power to incorporate federated Link 16.
(O) The system shall communicate, in voice and data (using TADIL-J messages), with external
systems using a certified DoD radio. In addition, the system shall have the following functions,
at a minimum: A certified Interference Protection Feature (IPF), frequency remapping capability,
voice 2.4 and 16 Kbps, imagery utilizing the EagleEye compression algorithm, Time Slot
Reallocation (TSR) and 200 Watt output as measured at the antenna port.
3.4.8.4.15.1
Secure Link-16
(TT3) Secure Link-16 communications shall be accomplished with an encryption device.
3.4.8.4.15.2
Data from IDM
(TT3) Data from the IDM MD-1359/A, IAW MICD for the IDM Version 8, or another
acceptable interface shall be displayed to the crew.
3.4.8.4.16 Ku Band TCDL Data Communication
(O) The system shall communicate, in data (using TCDL protocols and NationalImagery
TransmissionFormatStandard(NITFS)wrappers) with UAVs, their Ground Control Stations,
and DCGS-A using a certified DoD data link radio. In addition, the system shall have the
following functions at a minimum:
3.4.8.4.16.1
Secure TCDL
(O) Secure TCDL communications shall be accomplished with an encryption device.
3.4.8.4.16.2
Data Display
(O) Level 4 data shall be provided through an acceptable interface.
3.4.8.4.16.3
Control of UAVs
(O) Capability up to and including Level 4 control of UAVs shall be provided.
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Video
(O) Capability to receive and transmit live video shall be provided.
3.4.8.4.17 Multiple Frequency Bands (WNW, NDL, SRW) Communication
(O) The system shall communicate, in voice and data (using Future Combat System (FCS)
protocols) with the FCS Family of Systems (FoS) using a certified Army Cluster 1 or equivalent
JTRS radio. In addition, the system shall have the following functions, at a minimum:
3.4.8.4.17.1
Secure Communications
(O) Secure communications shall be accomplished with an encryption device(s).
3.4.8.4.17.2
Data from IDM
(O) Data from the IDM MD-1359/A, IAW MICD for the IDM Version 8, shall be displayed to
the crew.
3.4.8.4.17.3
Video
(O) Provide capability to receive and transmit live video shall be provided.
3.4.8.4.18 Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Identification, Surveillance,
and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Interface
(T) The system shall communicate in the C4ISR environment using the above radio capabilities
supported by the Army IDM. The IDM MD-1359/A shall be integrated into the avionics system
IAWMICDfortheIDMVersion8. The IDM baseline shall be software Version 8 and shall be
updated as necessary to meet the Software Blocking requirements.
3.4.8.4.19 Retransmission / Crossbanding
(TT2) The system shall provide switching and interconnections to enable retransmission/
crossbanding of voice and data (UHF and VHF). All information shall be at the same security
level.
(TT3) The system shall provide switching and interconnections to enable retransmission / crossbanding of voice and data (UHF, VHF, and Link 16). All information shall be at the same
security level.
3.4.8.4.20 Integrated Broadcast Services (IBS)
(O) The system shall have the ability to receive standard IBS messages. The IBS messages shall
be compliant with the Common Message Format Binary (CMF-B).
3.4.8.4.21 Intercommunication Subsystem
3.4.8.4.21.1
Simultaneous Communication
(T) The Intercommunication Subsystem shall provide the aircrew with the capability to transmit
and receive simultaneously on any VHF-AM, VHF-FM, or UHF radio and the ability to monitor
all radios from all crew positions, as selected by individual crewmembers.
(O) Link 16 shall also be able to transmit and receive simultaneously.
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Interface Capability
(T) All Intercommunication Subsystem positions shall interface with navigation aids, IFF, and
other avionics that provide audio caution and warning tones. The Intercommunication
Subsystem shall provide an external communication port for ground maintenance personnel.
3.4.8.4.21.3
Secure and Clear Voice
(T) The Intercommunication Subsystem shall accommodate both secure and clear voice.
3.4.8.4.21.4
Interface with DTS
(T) The Intercommunication Subsystem shall provide the required interfaces to the aircraft DTS.
3.4.8.4.21.5
Intercommunication Subsystem Controls
(T)EachIntercommunicationSubsystemstation,includinggroundcrew,shallhavethe
necessarycontrolsforindependentlyselectingequipmentformonitoring,adjustingvolumelevel
forthevariousequipment,hotmikecontrol,selectionofinterphonechannel,audioon/off,
adjustmentofthesignalleveltotheheadsetandgrowthcapabilityforLink16.
(TT3)Inadditiontotherequirementslistedabove,eachintercomSubsystemstation,including
groundcrew,shallhaveVOXcapability.
3.4.8.4.21.6
Intercommunication Subsystem Audio Intelligibility
(TT1) Audio transmissions shall be intelligible at all operational ambient noise levels. Modified
Rhyme Tests shall yield scores of not less than 91 percent when performed through the worst
case audio path (including speaker, transmitter, receiver, audio distribution, and listener) with
both speaker and listener in (a) a pink noise environment of 105 Decibel (dB) Sound Pressure
Level (SPL) and (b) an environment equivalent to worst case cockpit noise under normal
operating conditions.
3.4.8.5 TEMPEST
(T) The intent of National Communications Security Engineering Memorandum (NACSEM)
5112 (NONSTOP Evaluation Techniques) and KAG/TSEC (Compromising Emanations for
Crypto Equipment- HIJACK) shall apply to the ARH in regard to handling of classified data.
3.4.8.6 Visual Flight Rules/Instrument Flight Rules (VFR/IFR)
(TT1) The ARH shall operate day and night, in national and international airspace under FAA
and ICAO Visual and Instrument Flight Rules (VFR/IFR) in both the surface and oceanic Air
Traffic Control (ATC) environments. The ARH shall perform ground-based navigational aid
(NAVAID) non-precision and Category I precision instrument approaches as well as GPS nonprecision approaches with vertical guidance (including tactical VNAV).
(TT3) The ARH shall perform IFR enroute, terminal and approach navigation using GPS as the
primary navigation means and shall include the capability to conduct GPS Category I precision
instrument approaches.
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3.4.8.7 Navigation
Radio Navigation
(T) The radio navigation system shall include VHFOmnidirectionalRange(VOR).
(TT1) The radio navigation system shall include Distance Measuring Equipment (DME), and the
Marker Beacon and Instrument Landing System (ILS).
(TT2) The radio navigation system shall include Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) or
equivalent.
(T) The VHF capability shall have FM immunity and the marker beacon audio shall be applied
to the Intercommunication Subsystem (ICS).
3.4.8.7.1 Area Navigation (RNAV) Systems
(T) The ARH shall include a multi-sensor area navigation system that providespreciselocation
accuracyforintelligenceinformation,reportingaccuracy,quickresponsetochangesinmission,
precisetargethandoversforengagementoftargets.Theareanavigationsystemshallalso
supportVFR/IFRenroute,terminalandapproachflightoperations.
3.4.8.7.1.1 Sensors/Accuracy
(T) An Inertial Navigation System (INS) sensor shall be provided and shall perform to the
requirements of the inertial navigator in the Enhanced Embedded GPS/Inertial (EGI+). The
RNAV system with the INS sensor shall meet the civil requirements for INS use enroute.
(T) A GPS sensor shall be provided and shall perform to the requirements of the GPS navigator
in the EGI+ with anti-spoof and anti-jam capability. The RNAV system with the GPS sensor
shall meet at least the requirements for FAA Technical Standard Order (TSO) C-115b and
applicable parts of other TSO, advisory circulars, and orders for GPS use en-route, terminal, nonprecision approach.
(T) The combined INS/GPS mode shall have navigational accuracy sufficient to meet required
target location accuracy as defined in the classified annex.
(T) The INS sensor shall accept position updates from geographical positions.
3.4.8.7.1.2 Flight Management
(T) The flight management system shall comply with all applicable civil requirements.
(T) Non-corruptible database requirements shall be complied with using National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (NGA) Digital Aeronautical Feature Information File (DAFIF) data.
3.4.8.7.2 GATM Compliance
(O) The system, including receivers, transmitters, and antennas, shall comply with GATM
Capstone Requirements Document Annex II as set forth in the US Army GATM ORD.
3.4.8.7.3 GPS IFR Requirement
(T) The GPS shall be IFR qualified to the Class B1 requirements IAW FAA TSO C-129a.
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contrasting of all terrain above and below the current flight altitude or a pilot selected altitude;
and (f) depiction of terrain covered during all sensor scans, including depiction of the terrain not
viewed.
3.4.8.9.2 Terrain and Feature Data
(T) The on-board digital map system shall use terrain and feature data provided by the
AMPS/JMPS.
3.4.8.9.3 Data Source
(T) The primary source map data bases and standards for the digital map shall be NGA products:
DTED Level 1 and 2, CADRG, CIB, DAFIF, and Foundation Feature Data (FFD) when
available.
3.4.8.9.3.1 Digital Map Products
(TT2)TheARHshallusestandarddigitalmapproductsfromaNationalSystemforGeospatial
Intelligence(NSGI)provider,toincludebutnotlimitedtotheNGA.
3.4.8.9.3.2 Compliancy
(TT3) ARH navigation data and digital maps shall be compliant with all COE and Network
Centric Enterprise Services (NCES) and geospatial information segments, including the
Commercial Joint Mapping Toolkit (C/JMTK).
3.4.8.9.4 Storage Capacity
(TT1) The on-board digital map data storage capacity shall accommodate the storage
requirements for the highest resolution digital product or digitized paper map product for a
coverage of 300 kilometers (km) x 300 km (162 nm x 162 nm) at 1:50,000 scale.
3.4.8.10 Command and Control (C2) Interface
3.4.8.10.1 Variable Message Format (VMF)
(T) The system shall provide a Pilot Vehicle Interface (PVI) that will permit the reception,
transmission and display of VMF C2 and Situational Awareness information.
3.4.8.10.2 VMF
(T) The system shall incorporate the VMF minimum implementation defined IAW MIL-STD6017, without degradation to the operation of the system. The IDM baseline shall be software
Version 8 and shall be updated as necessary to meet the requirements defined in the Software
Blocking paragraph.
3.4.8.10.3 TADIL-J
(O) The system shall incorporate the minimum implementation TADIL-J message set IAW MILSTD-6016 that provides awareness of the Joint fighter situation and target tracks.
3.4.8.10.4 Common Message Format
(O) The system shall incorporate the minimum implementation CMF-Binary message set that
permits reception of the enemy situation information broadcasted by the IBS.
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Lethality
3.4.9.1 Employment
(TT1) The ARH shall provide for short and long-range engagement of moving and stationary
ground and air targets and provide the capability to aim weapons heads-up/eyes-out both day and
night.
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3.5.2
Infrared (IR)
3.5.2.1 IR Countermeasures
(T) The ARH shall have a X% probability of successfully surviving a SA-XX missile
engagement at a range of X meters by preventing successful lock-on or causing the missile to
miss.
(O) The ARH shall have a X% probability of successfully surviving all Band XX missile
engagements at a range of X minus meters by preventing successful lock-on or causing the
missile to miss.
3.5.2.2 IR Suppression
(O) The ARH shall have an infrared engine exhaust suppressor system.
3.5.3
Laser Detection
(TT1) The ARH shall have a laser detection system that provides detection of laser threats to the
flight crew.
3.5.4
Ballistic Protection
(TT1) The ARH shall have crew station seat and floor armor that provides crew protection
against impact from a single armor piercing incendiary (API) xxxx mm round as defined in the
classified annex.
(O) The ARH shall have crew station seat and floor armor that provides crew protection as well
as armor that provides protection for critical flight control systems and engine electronic controls
against impact from a single API xxxx mm round as defined in the classified annex.
3.5.5
Seats
(T) Crew seats requirements shall meet the FAR 27.562 Emergency Landing Dynamic
Conditions.
(TT3) Crew seats shall meet the requirements of JSSG-2010-7 or equivalent.
(T) Crew seats shall meet the requirements of 14 CFR, Part 27, Amendment 27-25, Section
27.562.
(TT3) Crew seats shall meet the requirements of 14 CFR, Part 27, Amendment 27-25, Section
27.562 for the target Army Aviator population.
(TT1) The seats shall include self extinguishing padding and covers. Seat cushions shall be
accounted for in the crashworthiness of the seat.
(TT1) The seat shall have a headrest that accommodates the target Army Aviator population with
the HGU-56P helmet. The headrest shall accommodate the night vision goggle battery pack.
(TT2) There shall be a positive method of guarding against equipment under the seat.
(TT2) This seat shall support the target Army Aviator population attired in all personnel and
protective gear to include the Air Warrior ensemble. A 5-point harness is acceptable and shall be
used with a minimum of an MA-16 inertia reel. The seat release mechanism shall allow
disconnect time in under 20 seconds. The release shall be of rotary type and shall be able to be
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operated with 1 finger. The release shall also work in every axis including full 180 degrees with
the weight of the crew member resting on it.
3.5.6
Airframe Crashworthiness
(TT2) The ultimate crash load factors of crew seats and seat installation, personnel restraint
systems, fuel tank, equipment items, or any other object which would result in personnel injury
in the event of a crash, shall be CFI.
3.5.7
Major Component Displacements
(T) Major components, such as the transmission, engine, and sensor assembly, shall not be
displaced into occupied space in the event of a crash.
3.5.8
Blade Strikes
(TT2) The helicopter shall make a survivable landing when the main rotor blade impacts a CFI
inch diameter hardwood branch at normal rotor speed or the tail rotor strikes a hardwood branch
of CFI inch diameter.
3.6
Environmental Conditions
3.6.1
Physical Environment
The ARH shall operate within the environmental conditions specified below.
3.6.1.1 Low Pressure (Altitude)
(TT1) The ARH and/or its equipment/components shall be able to withstand the storage/air
transport low pressure (altitude) conditions at altitudes to 50,000 feet above sea level as outlined
in MIL-STD-810F, Method 500.4, Procedure I. The ARH and/or its equipment/components shall
meet their individual performance requirements while exposed to the operational low pressure
(altitude) conditions at the altitudes to 20,000 feet as outline in MIL-STD-810F, Method 500.4,
Procedure II.
3.6.1.2 Temperature
3.6.1.2.1 Operating
(TT1) The ARH and/or its equipment/components shall meet their individual performance
requirements while exposed to high operational temperature conditions outlined in MIL-STD810F, Method 501.4, Procedure II with an upper limit of 122oF. The ARH and/or its
equipment/components shall meet their individual performance requirements while exposed to
low operational temperature conditions outlined in MIL-STD-810F, Method 502.4, Procedure II
with an lower limit of -40oF. Winterization kits may be used below -20oF.
(O) The ARH and/or its equipment/components shall meet their individual performance
requirements while exposed to high operational temperature conditions outlined in MIL-STD810F, Method 501.4, Procedure II with an upper limit of 140oF.
3.6.1.2.2 Non-Operating
(TT1) The ARH and/or its equipment/components shall be able to withstand the non-operating
high temperature conditions outlined in MIL-STD-810F, Method 501.4, Procedure I with an
upper limit of +160oF without degradation in performance or mission readiness. The ARH
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and/or its equipment/components shall be able to withstand the non-operating low temperature
conditions outlined in MIL-STD-810F, Method 502.4, Procedure I with a lower limit of -65OF
without degradation in performance or mission readiness.
3.6.1.2.3 Temperature Shock
(TT1) The ARH and/or its equipment/components shall withstand the effects of movement to
and from heated storage, maintenance, or other enclosures or a heated cargo compartment with a
temperature range of +122oF to -40oF as outlined in MIL-STD-810F, Method 503.4, Procedure I.
(O) The ARH and/or its equipment/components shall withstand the effects of movement to and
from heated storage, maintenance, or other enclosures or a heated cargo compartment with a
temperature range of +140oF to -40oF as outlined in MIL-STD-810F, Method 503.4, Procedure I.
3.6.1.3 Rain
3.6.1.3.1 General Requirements
(TT1) The ARH and/or its external equipment/components shall meet their individual
performance requirements while exposed to the environmental conditions of rain and blowing
rain as outlined in MIL-STD-810F, Method 506.4, Procedure I. Internal equipment/components
shall meet their individual performance requirements while exposed to the environmental
conditions of falling water as outlined in MIL-STD-810F, Method 506.4, Procedure III.
3.6.1.3.2 Blades
(TT2) Main and tail rotor blades shall provide for erosion protection against a rainfall rate of 1
inch per hour for 6 hours. Raindrop sizes shall range from 0.5mm to 4.0mm with a median size
of 2.5 mm.
3.6.1.4 Icing/Freezing Rain
(TT1) The ARH and/or its external equipment/components shall meet their individual
performance requirements while exposed to the environmental conditions of icing/freezing rain
as outlined in MIL-STD-810F, Method 521.2, Procedure I.
3.6.1.5 Humidity
(TT1) The ARH and/or its equipment/components shall meet their individual performance
requirements while exposed to humid environmental conditions as outlined in MIL-STD-810F,
Method 507.4.
3.6.1.6 Fungus
(TT1) The ARH and/or its equipment/components shall meet their individual performance
requirements while exposed to the environmental conditions of fungus as outlined in MIL-STD810F, Method 508.5.
3.6.1.7 Salt Fog
(TT1) Salt fog shall not cause clogging or binding of mechanical components or assemblies,
electrical malfunctions, or corrosion that affects proper operation of structural integrity of the
aircraft when exposed to the salt fog environmental conditions as defined in MIL-STD-810F,
Method 509.4.
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Particle Size
(microns)
1,000
900
600
400
200
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3.7.2
Computer Resources Support
(TT1) The ARH shall be supported by existing and/or planned common computer resources.
The ARH shall have an architecture that minimizes computer resource constraints (e.g. language,
computer, database, architecture or inoperability), unique interface requirements, documentation
needs or special software certification. The ARH shall provide the capability to digital transfer
logistics data from the aircraft to the current Army Standard Army Information Management
System (STAMIS) and future Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSS-A) network. The
ARH and any maintenance instrumentation equipment shall be compatible with the Armys
automated logistics support system utilizing an electronic logbook. Interface and downloading
device(s) and procedures shall be provided. The ARH support system shall provide a capability
to update embedded air vehicle software at the Aviation Unit and Intermediate Maintenance
Levels.
3.7.3
Packaging, Handling, Storage
(T) Containers shall be designed or modified as required to provide Level A protection as
specified in MIL-STD-2073-1.
3.7.4
Publications
(T) The support system shall include an Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM) IAW
MIL-STD-40051 and MIL-STD-2361.
(TT1) Specific IETM functionality shall be in accordance with CDRL A075, Preparation of
Digital Technical Information for Multi-Output Presentation of Technical Manuals, and
associated Functionality Matrix and Frame-Based TM Requirements Matrix.
3.8 Reliability
This section specifies the ARH system-level reliability performance parameters required to
achieve mission success for the specified wartime operational mode summary / mission profile
(OMS / MP), Attachment 1. Reliability will be assessed analytically using the US Army
Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) approved Logistical/Operational Readiness
Impacts of Maintainability and Reliability Requirements (LORIMRR) program and through
demonstrations. The specified reliability performance parameters directly relate to either
operational effectiveness or impact operating and support cost. For reliability, all maintenance
actions are classified as scheduled or unscheduled. Scheduled maintenance actions include
preventive maintenance actions. Failures resulting in unscheduled maintenance actions are
categorized as: non-essential function failures (NEFF), essential function failures (EFF), and
System Aborts (SA).
3.8.1
Between
Function
(MTBEFF)
(TT1) The
achieve an
at least 3.5
MTBEFF is
Mean Time
Essential
Failure
ARH shall
MTBEFF of
hours. The
the average
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time between mission-essential functional failures. MEFF do not necessarily have to occur
during a mission; they merely must or could cause mission impact. MTBEFF is calculated as
follows:
MTBEFF = Operating Time / # EFFs
(O) The ARH shall achieve an MTBEFF of at least 4.5 hours.
3.8.2
Mean Time Between System Aborts (MTBSA).
(T) The ARH shall achieve a MTBSA of 10.0 hours. MTBSA is a measure of the ability of a
single ARH to complete a mission. A system abort includes those malfunctions causing the
termination of the mission prior to scheduled completion. MTBSA is calculated as follows:
MTBSA = Operating Time / # System Aborts
(O) The ARH shall achieve an MTBSA of 33.0 hours.
3.9 Maintainability
This section specifies the ARH system-level maintainability performance parameters required to
achieve mission success for the specified wartime Operational Mode Summary/Mission Profile
OMS / MP. These parameters directly relate to either operational effectiveness or impact
operating and support cost. All maintainability performance is based upon an operational tempo
(OPTEMPO) of 80 flight hours per month per aircraft for 10 aircraft using an Administrative and
Logistical Downtime (ALDT) of 3.4 hours.
3.9.1
Direct Maintenance Man-Hour per Flight Hour (DMMH / FH).
(TT1) The ARH shall achieve a DMMH / FH of no more than 3.5 hours. This ratio reflects the
total maintenance manpower burden required in an operational environment to maintain the
system at the desired operational readiness levels. DMMH / FH is defined as the cumulative
number of direct man-hours of maintenance expended in direct labor during a given period of
time, divided by the cumulative number of flight hours during the same time period. DMMH /
FH includes on-aircraft unscheduled and scheduled maintenance. DMMH / FH are calculated as
follows:
DMMH / FH = direct maintenance man-hours expended / flight hours
(O) The ARH shall achieve a DMMH / FH of no more than 2.6 hours.
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3.9.2
Mean Time To Repair- Essential (MTTRe).
(TT1) The ARH shall achieve an MTTRe of 1.5 hours. MTTRe is used as an "on-system"
maintainability index and is not used for the off-system repair of replaced components. For a
particular interval, MTTRe is calculated as follows:
MTTRe = "on-system" Essential Maintenance Clock hours / # of EFFs
(O) The ARH shall achieve an MTTRe of 1.0 hours.
3.10 Battle Damage Assessment and Repair (BDAR)
BDAR is rapid damage assessment and repair, bypassing or jury-rigging components, to restore
minimum essential capability to support a combat mission or enable self-recovery. Such enabling
repairs may be temporary or permanent, depending on the repair required. In many cases, they
may not restore full mission capability. BDAR determines damage and reparability, the assets
needed to make the repair, and where the repair should take place. BDAR includes any
expedient action that returns a damaged part or assembly to mission-capable or limited missioncapable condition within the BDAR time and duration performance parameters stated below.
3.10.1 BDAR Time
(TT2) BDAR component repair and line replaceable unit (LRU) replacement shall not exceed
3.0 hours 95% of the time.
3.10.2 BDAR Duration
(TT2) BDAR shall be durable for > 80 hours of operation.
3.11 Diagnostics
3.11.1 Detection and Isolation
(TT1) The ARH shall achieve a fault detection and isolation capability sufficient to meet the
MTTRe threshold requirement.
(O) The ARH shall achieve a fault detection and isolation capability sufficient to exceed the
MTTRe threshold requirement.
3.11.2 False Alarm Rate
(TT1) The ARH shall achieve a 10% false alarm rate.
(O) The ARH shall achieve a 5% false alarm rate.
3.12 Facilities
(TT1) The ARH shall not require any unique fixed facilities or shelters.
EXISTING HANGER FACILITIES
Utilities;
120 VAC, 3 Phase, 400 Hz, 157 AMPS
220/440 VAC, 3 phase 60 Hz
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28 VDC, 15 AMPS
120 PSI (compressed air)
3.13 Training
3.13.1 Integrated Training Program (ITP)
(T) The ARH shall have an ITP developed IAW the Systems Approach to Training (SAT)
process that supports individual and collective training, at the training institution, within live,
virtual, and constructive environments.
(O) The ARH shall have an ITP developed IAW the SAT process that supports individual and
collective training, at the training institution, within live, virtual, constructive, and embedded
training environments. The embedded training capabilities shall utilize the same tactical
hardware of the system while incorporating embedded training software.
3.13.2
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3.14.1 Personnel
(T) The ARH shall not exceed personnel skill levels of OMS personnel requirements of the OH58D and the soldier characteristics identified in the Target Audience Description (TAD). The
number of ARH OMS personnel shall not exceed the number of OH-58D OMS personnel.
3.14.2 Human Factors Engineering
(TT1) Parts/component marking, interface, and required maintenance procedures shall be
designed to minimize error induced malfunction or failure. Accessibility of subsystem
assemblies for inspection, servicing, and maintenance shall be integrated with design to eliminate
or control safety hazards. All system requirements shall be met with the soldier-in-the-loop
while using appropriate combat gear and wearing protective clothing. Soldier/system interface
shall minimize the requirement for: (1) Separate, one time use, component securing and/or
locking devices, i.e., safety wire, lock(ing) tabs, and cotter pins; (2) The use of special tools and
peculiar ground support equipment; (3)Components that can be installed incorrectly, i.e.,
backward, upside down, reversed, or wrong location; (4) Close-proximity connections which are
interchangeable; (5) The removal of serviceable components to gain access to failed components;
(6) The use of torque measuring devices.
3.14.3 Soldier Survivability
(TT1) The ARH weapon system shall increase the probability of Operator, Maintainer, and
Support (OMS) personnel survivability in all operational scenarios when compared to the current
OH-58D fleet.
3.14.4 System Safety
(T) All lasers shall be in accordance with Title 21, Part 1040 (21 CFR 1040), Performance
Standards for Light-Emitting Products, and American National Standards Institute Z136.1-2000,
Safe Use of Lasers (ANSI Z136.1-2000), unless a written exemption has been provided to the
contractor by the Government. All exemption requests shall specify which provisions of 21 CFR
1040 and ANSI Z136.1-2000 are to be waived and the alternative hazard controls which will be
applied. Microwave and radio frequency emissions shall comply with Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers C95.1- 1999, (IEEE C95.1- 1999), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with
Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz, in
areas of the aircraft which are accessible during flight and external areas in which personnel may
be present during on-ground system(s) operation..
3.15 Transportability
3.15.1 Embark Operations
(T) The ARH shall have the ability to embark on a C130 in 15 minutes or less with no special
equipment and a crew of 4. Embark operations shall be defined as disassembly, preparation,
loading, tie-down and all removed components secured, and load-out support and soldier
equipment, onboard the cargo aircraft.
(TT1) The ARH shall have the ability to embark on a C5, or C17, in 15 minutes or less with no
special equipment and a crew of 4.
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3.15.2
Debark Operations
(T) The ARH shall have the ability to debark from a C130 in 15 minutes or less with no special
equipment and a crew of 4. Debark operations include: unsecuring, off-loading, reassembling,
refueling, rearming, and startup to the configuration defined in the Standard Armed
Reconnaissance Gross Weight paragraph of this specification. No test flight shall be required.
(TT1) The ARH shall have the ability to debark from a C5, or C17, in 15 minutes or less with no
special equipment and a crew of 4.
3.15.3 Intra-Theatre Transportability
(T) The ARH shall be transportable with two (2) per C130.
(O) The ARH shall be transportable with three (3) aircraft per C130.
3.15.4 Strategic Transportability
(TT1) The ARH shall be transportable with 8 aircraft per C17.
(TT1) The ARH shall be transportable with 16 aircraft per C5.
(O) The ARH shall be transportable with a minimum of 10 aircraft per C17.
(O) The ARH shall be transportable with a minimum of 20 aircraft per C5.
3.16 Other Transportability Requirements
(TT1) The ARH shall be transportable by naval ships such as light assault ship helicopter
(LASH) lighter ships; Seabee barge/ships, roll-on/roll-off (RORO) ships, seatrain ships, and fast
sealift ship (FSS). ARH shall be capable of incorporating military standard lifting and tie down
provisions.
(TT1) ARH shall be ground transportable by commercial semi-trailer or military NH-72 semitrailer and US Army family of transport vehicles. The ARH shall meet US and North Atlantic
Treaty Organization (NATO) highway limits. Transport of ARH aircraft must be accomplished
without system damage or degradation in system performance.
3.17 Recovery
(TT1) The ARH shall have an interface for rapid aerial recovery by CH-47 and UH-60 utilizing
the Unit Maintenance Aerial Recovery Kit (UMARK).
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Verification
4.1
Requirements Verification
The verification methods shall be contractor provided and Government approved. The
requirements shall be verified as in the verification matrix with content as shown in Table III.
Table III
Requirement
Verification
(Section 3.0)
(Section 4)
Verification Method
Verification Level
3.2.1
4.2.1
3.2.1.1
4.2.1.1
3.2.1.2
4.2.1.2
4.2
Verification Methods
Verification Methods are as follows:
a) Demonstration. Demonstration shall consist of a functional verification in which the
observation of events is the predominant vehicle. Measurements are not usually required.
When appropriate, it includes the actual exercise of software along with appropriate
drivers, simulators, or integrated hardware to verify that requirements have been satisfied.
b) Inspection. Inspection shall consist of visual examination, physical manipulation, or
measurement (as applicable) of documentation, hardware, or software to verify that
requirements have been satisfied.
c) Analysis. Analysis shall consist of the examination of applicable attributes of the
existing documentation, hardware, software, and recorded data to verify that
requirements have been satisfied. Analysis includes verification by investigation,
mathematical analysis, and sampling the collection of measured data and observing test
results with calculated, expected values to establish conformance with stated
requirements.
d) Test. Test shall consist of the collection of analysis of data obtained from the actual
exercise of hardware and/or software in either a controlled or an operational environment
as appropriate. Actual input stimuli and/or stimuli obtained from drivers or simulators
are employed as deemed appropriate. Comparison of the tested characteristics with
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performance and operational requirements is the usual means employed to verify that
requirements have been satisfied.
e) Simulation. Simulation includes verification through the use of mathematical models
incorporated into a simulation which replicates the following: the operation or
performance of the equipment being evaluated; the threat which the equipment must
operate against; the environment in which the equipment must operate; and combinations
of the equipment, threat, and environmental simulators.
f) Similarity. Similarity shall consist of verification requirements that are previously
satisfied through other programs.
5 Packaging
For acquisition purposes, the packaging requirements shall be as specified in the contract or
order. When actual packing of material is to be performed by DoD personnel, these personnel
need to contact the responsible packaging activity to ascertain requisite packaging requirements.
Packaging requirements are maintained by the Inventory Control Point's packaging activity
within the Military DoD Agency, or within the Military Department's System Command.
Packaging data retrieval is available from the managing Military Department's or Defense
Agency's automated packaging files, CD-ROM products, or by contacting the responsible
packaging activity.
6 Notes
This section contains information of a general or explanatory nature that may be helpful but not
mandatory.
6.1 Change in Design Envelope and Usage Spectrum
Any change in baseline Design Cruise Altitude, Maximum Altitude, Landing Speed, Landing
Conditions, Operational Environments, and Usage Spectrum will change the loads that the
aircraft experiences. The Design Envelope and Usage Spectrum are the baseline from which
loads are developed. Any alteration in these will affect the original certification. The increase in
altitude pressure loads may affect the certification and result in additional requirements for fullscale pressure load tests. Any change to the baseline aircraft Usage Spectrum may affect the
engine certification and require additional analysis or testing to determine the impact to engine
life. Increased SHP extraction may impact the qualification of the engine and the gearbox.
Airworthiness Approval
6.1.1
U.S. Army Qualified Aircraft
Airworthiness for an existing U.S. Army aircraft will be based on a currently issued
Airworthiness Release (AWR), an Interim Statement of Airworthiness Qualification (ISAQ) or a
Statement of Airworthiness Qualification (SAQ). All modifications impacting airworthiness will
subject the aircraft system, subsystem or allied equipment to re-qualification. An AWR, ISAQ or
SAQ is required for all modifications impacting airworthiness of Army aircraft for which
AMCOM has engineering cognizance. Airworthiness approval is based on technical data
requirements established by AMCOM.
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6.1.2
Other Aircraft
Airworthiness approval for other aircraft will come from recognized airworthiness authorities
(the FAA, NASA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, or a foreign authority whose airworthiness
approval has been accepted by a U.S. agency). The appropriate airworthiness authority is the
one exercising engineering cognizance over the aircraft system for which the airworthiness
approval is granted. This approval will result from a demonstrated capability to function
satisfactorily when used within the prescribed limits and be in the form of any technical
document that provides operating instructions and limitations necessary for safe operation and
flight of an aircraft system, subsystem, or allied equipment. Modifications to other aircraft
(system, subsystem, or allied equipment) will require an airworthiness assessment. Based on this
assessment, a determination will be made by AMCOM of the extent of airworthiness
qualification and appropriate documentation required for in-flight operation.
6.2 Commonality
Contractor should maximize commonality with existing Army Aviation assets in selecting
components. Maximized commonality will lead to reduced recurring hardware costs, reduced
field support costs, and reduced schedule impacts.
6.3 Information Exchange Requirements
The Net Ready KPP has replaced the IER-based Interoperability KPP; however, IERs are still an
important part of the overall DoD plan for Net-Centric warfare. IERs are now the Operational
View (OV)-3 which is one of the many required operational architecture views that the Attack /
Recon TSM is responsible for. The ARH OV-3 is available for informational purposes on the
ARH website.
6.4 Air Warrior Configurations
(1)The following mission equipment configuration information is provided as Air Warrior (AW)
anthropometric data for helicopter seat compatibility:
(a) Basic ensemble - The core worn clothing and mission equipment to include boots, socks,
undergarments, aircrew battle dress uniform,HGU-56P helmet, first aid kit, survival kit,
gloves, and survival vest. Total weight is 25 pounds.
(b) Basic ensemble, hot environment - Add a microclimatic cooling garment to the basic
ensemble which can keep the aviator cool in extreme hot environments or when wearing
NBC protective gear. Total weight is 27 pounds.
(c) Basic ensemble, hot environment, over water - Add an air bottle, water protection gear,
and a backpack life raft. Total weight is 43 pounds.
(d) Basic ensemble, cold environment, over water - Add cold weather protection clothing.
Total weight is 50 pounds.
(e) Basic ensemble, combat - Add soft and hard body armor to pilot/copilot, front only, add
9mm weapon, ammunition, and holster. Total weight is 44 pounds.
(f) Basic ensemble, cold environment, over water, combat, chemical/biological protective
gear - Add chemical protective undergarment, M45 Mask and blower, over-boots,
decontamination kit. Total weight is 82 pounds.
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(2) The AW ensemble places the over water kit in the backpack. The backpack replaces the
seats rear cushion and permits the same occupant seat position as when the cushion is installed.
The dimensions of the over water gear carrier (OWGC) are: 20" tall, 13" wide, with side
pouches for the HEEDs bottle and gear pouch which increase width to 18 inches maximum. The
OWGC does not exceed 2.5 inches in thickness.
(3) Placement for the attachment of the microclimatic cooling umbilical control block must be
considered. The placement is to be at the aviators right hip.
(4) The following Air Warrior documents are available on the Government ARH Website:
(a) AVNS-PRF-10173, Performance Specification Item Specification for the
Microclimate Cooling Unit (MCU) and Control/By-Pass Assembly (CBA)
(b) Interface Design Description (IDD), Microclimate Cooling Unit for Air Warrior
(5) As a minimum, the MCU A kit must be installed and included in the computation of the
Standard Armed Reconnaissance Mission Configuration weight.
6.5 Fuel Quantity Gauging
MIL-G-7940, Class 2, may be used as a guide for the main fuel tank(s), as well as any internal or
external auxiliary fuel tanks (if required), and total fuel.
6.6 Acronyms and Abbreviations
A2C2S
Army Airborne Command and Control System
ADI
Attitude Direction Indicator
AGL
Above Ground Level
AIMS
Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System Identification Friend or Foe Mark XII Systems
ALDT
Administrative and Logistical Downtime
AMCOM
Aviation and Missile Command
AMPS
Aviation Mission Planning System
API
Armor Piercing Incendiary
APKWS
Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System
ARH
Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter
ASE
Aircraft Survivability Equipment
ATC
Air Traffic Control
ATCRBS
Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System
ATR
Aided Target Recognition
AW
Air Warrior
AWACS
Airborne Warning and Control System
AWR
Airworthiness Release
BDAR
Battle Damage Assessment and Repair
BFT
Blue Force Tracking
BIT
Built in Test
BLOS
Beyond Line of Sight
C/JMTK
Commercial Joint Mapping Toolkit
86
RFP W58RGZ-05-R-0005
AVNS-PRF-10239
8 June 2005
C2
CASS
CFI
CMF-B
CSI
CSMU
CSVD
CTSF
CVR
DAFIF
DAMA
DCGS-A
DISR
DME
DMMH /
FH
DoD
DTS
E3
EFF
EGI
EMP
EMV
EOCCM
EPLRS
ESIP
FAA
FBCB2
FCS
FD/FI
FLIR
FOD
FOR
FOV
FSCS
GATM
GCSS-A
GIG
GPS
GOTS
HE
RFP W58RGZ-05-R-0005
AVNS-PRF-10239
8 June 2005
HERF
HERO
HERP
HOGE
HSI
IAW
IB
IBS
ICAO
ICS
ID
IDM
IER
IFF
IFR
ILS
IMC
IPF
IR
IRP
ISAQ
ITP
JCM
JITC
JMPS
JRTC
JSSG
JSTARS
JTRS
Kbps
KIP
km
KPP
kts
KTAS
LASH
LHA
LHD
LLCTV
LORIMRR
88
RFP W58RGZ-05-R-0005
AVNS-PRF-10239
8 June 2005
LOS
LPC
LRF/D
LRU
LST
MCP
MELPe
MEP
MFD
MHz
MIL-STD
MPSM
MRE
MTBEFF
MTBSA
MTBR
MTBRRDR
NACSEM
NATO
NCOW-RM
NDI
NDL
NEFF
NFOV
NGA
NIAP
NITFS
NSA
nm
NOE
NSN
NTC
NVIS
(O)
OEI
OMS
OMS / MP
OPTEMPO
ORD
OTS
PCMCIA
Line-of-Sight
Linear Predictive Coding
Laser Rangefinder / Designator
Line Replaceable Unit
Laser Spot Tracker
Maximum Continuous Power
Mixed Excitation Linear Predictive
Mission Equipment Package
Multifunctional Display
Megahertz
Military Standard
Multi Purpose Sub-Munition
Meals ready-to-eat
Mean Time Between Essential Function Failure
Mean Time Between System Aborts
Mean-Time-Between-Removal
Mean-Time-Between-Removal-Requiring-Depot Return
National Communications Security Engineering Memorandum
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Net Centric Operations and Warfare-Reference Model
Nondevelopmental Item
Network Data Link
Non-Essential Function Failures
Narrow Field of View
National Geospatial - Intelligence Agency
National Information Assurance Partnership
National Imagery Transmission Format Standard
National Security Agency
Nautical Miles
Nap of the Earth
National Stock Number
National Training Center
Night Vision Imaging System
Objective
One Engine Inoperative
Operator, Maintainer, and Support
Operational Mode Summary / Mission Profile
Operational Tempo
Operational Requirements Document
Off The Shelf
Personal Computer Memory Card International Association
89
RFP W58RGZ-05-R-0005
AVNS-PRF-10239
8 June 2005
PIM
PRF
PVI
RORO
RP
SA
SAQ
SAT
SATCOM
SAWE
SINCGARS
SRW
STAMIS
(T)
TACAN
TAD
TADIL-J
TASS
TB
TCDL
TRADOC
TSR
TV-1
UAV
UMARK
US
Vbe
Vbr
VFR
VHF-AM
VHF-FM
VMF
VOR
VSI
WFOV
WNW
90