LTL TATM LTL - Vol 1
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Switch the mooring winch control pendant to
LOWER
and
MOOR ONE
, and re-tension the inner
mooring lines.
Ensure that all inner and outer mooring lines have equal tension. It may be necessary to tighten the
outer mooring lines again.
The balloon is now in the High Moored Position.
3.7 Flying from High Mooring Position
OPERATIONS MANUAL REFERENCE: SECTION 3.4.8.2 Un-mooring Procedures
Ensure the mooring winch system is switched on.
Remove the outer mooring ropes from the ratchet straps and reconnect to the last loop. If outer
mooring winch system is fitted, leave the ropes attached to the winch drums as these will
automatically wind out. Lay out the ratchet straps with two turns through the buckle, ready for re-
mooring.
Switch the mooring winch control pendant to
RAISE
and
MOOR ALL
.
Before depressing the button, the operator should indicate to other personnel that the winches are
about to work by shouting “WINCHES”. Other personnel should return this call to indicate that they
are aware that the winches are about to be used. Once the operator is satisfied that all personnel are
clear, the mooring button should be depressed.
The remaining ground crew should watch the winches for any sign of malfunction or problems.
If anyone is not satisfied with the function of any of the mooring winches, they are to shout “STOP”. If
the word “STOP” is heard, operations are to cease immediately and the reason made clear to all
personnel.
The operator should watch the Free Lift as the tension comes off the inner mooring ropes. As the
free lift ceases to rise, the inner mooring ropes will become slack. When the ropes are slack, cease
operation.
Switch the mooring winch control pendant to
RAISE
and
MOOR ONE
.
Remove the inner mooring ropes and stow in the bags provided on the gondola (or attach to the
karabiners).
Stow outer mooring ropes in the bags provided on the gondola (or attach to the karabiners).
