What is the rating of the CH-47 Dual Cargo Hook (Front and Rear)?

• A. 26,000 lbs
• B. 17,000 lbs
• C. 9,000 lbs
• D. 25,000 lbs

Answer: (D)

When lifting with the CH-47, using both front and rear hooks together defines a specific maximum load. The rating for this dual-hook setup is 25,000 pounds. This value reflects the helicopter’s structural limits and the load distribution when both hooks are engaged, ensuring safe handling and flight characteristics.

So, the two-hook configuration can carry up to 25,000 pounds in total. The other numbers don’t represent the dual-hook capacity: they may correspond to other configurations or misremembered specs, but they’re not the rated combined load for front and rear hooks.