After towing, the IRCM system should be returned to service.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only if needed
• D. Never

Answer: (A)

Returning the IRCM system to service after towing is the standard practice to ensure it’s ready for operation. Tow operations often require systems to be temporarily isolated or placed in a safe state to protect equipment and simplify maneuvering. Once the tow is complete, re-enable the IRCM and perform the post-tow checks to confirm normal operation before the next mission. Keeping the system active ensures all indicators, safety interlocks, and functionality are ready for immediate use, maintaining readiness and safety. Leaving it disabled or only reactivating “if needed” would leave the aircraft without a fully reliable system when it’s required, and never would be appropriate. So the correct approach is to return it to service.