What is the minimum number of people needed to tow a HC-27, and H-144?

What is the minimum number of people needed to tow a HC-27, and H-144?

• A. 4
• B. 6
• C. 5
• D. 7

Answer: (B)

Towing safety requires a dedicated crew for each aircraft to control movement, guide clearance, and monitor braking. For each aircraft, three people are typically needed: one to operate the towing vehicle and towbar, one to guide and signal the aircraft’s movement (spotter), and one to monitor clearance and act as a safety observer. When towing two aircraft—the HC-27 and the H-144—you must have that three-person team for each airframe, adding up to six people minimum.

Towing safety requires a dedicated crew for each aircraft to control movement, guide clearance, and monitor braking. For each aircraft, three people are typically needed: one to operate the towing vehicle and towbar, one to guide and signal the aircraft’s movement (spotter), and one to monitor clearance and act as a safety observer. When towing two aircraft—the HC-27 and the H-144—you must have that three-person team for each airframe, adding up to six people minimum.