TM 10-1670-251-12&P
(c)
Lowering cargo. (figure 2-11)
1
Grasp the running end
of the rope at a point
where
it
enters
the
governor.
2
Release the rope from
the
safety
stop,
and
lower the cargo bundle to
the ground.
NOTE
Observe that the governor hangs
outside
the
helicopter,
but
is
accessible
to
personnel
located
inside.
When
using
the
UH-1
helicopter with this method, the rope
should run from within the helicopter,
through the governor, between the
landing skids, and to the cargo
bundle.
(3)
Controlling descent of cargo bundles.
(a)
For cargo loads less than 300
pounds,
control
descent
by
relaxing or increasing grip on
the rope.
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