Aircraft Rockets And Rocket Launchers Flashcards
What initiating device ignites the propellant grain of a rocket
Igniter
What component of a rocket contains the propellant , igniter , and nozzles
Motor
The gases produced when rocket motor propellant burns create what type of of force
Thrust
Rockets are propelled by what means
The expulsion of gases
Which of the following rocket components is/are a part of the motor
Propellant and nozzle and fin assembly
What type of HE-FRAG warhead is used with a 5.0 inch rocket
MK 63 Mod 0
What type of warhead combines the effectiveness of HE-FRAG and HEAT warheads
AT/APERS
What type of warhead is a compromise between the armor-piercing and fragmentation designs
GP
A 2.75 inch rocket assembly can be carried and launched from which of the following launcher packages
7- or 19-round packages
All 2.75 inch rockets may be shipped in which of the following configurations
All answers are correct
A.complete rounds in 7- or 19-tube launchers or in wooden boxes
B. Rocket motors in 7-tube launchers and fuze-warhead combinations in separate shipping containers
C. Separate components in authorized shipping containers
Which NAVAIR publication provides authorized assemblies , safety precautions , and restrictions for airborne rockets
11-75A-92
All 5.0 inch rockets should be received through the supply system in which of the following configurations
All answers are correct
A. Rocket motors in a 4-round launcher
B. Separate components in separate shipping containers
C.fuzes and warheads in separate shipping containers
A rocket motor should NOT be used if it has been dropped more than what prescribed number of feet
A rocket motor should NEVER be used if dropped
When, if ever, should you attempt to remove the base fuze from a rocket warhead
You should never attempt to remove the base fuze
The history of rockets cover a span of how many centuries
8
the history of rockets cover a span of eight centuries , but their use in aircraft armament began during what conflict
World War II
what is radio-frequency electromagnetic fields of sufficient intensity to produce harmful biological effects in humans , cause spark ignition of volatile combustibles , or actuate electroexplosive devices
radiation hazard (RADHAZ)
how many rocket types are currently used by the Navy
two
a misfire that later fires from delayed ignition is known as what
hangfire
when a rocket does not fire when the firing circuit is energized what is the result called
misfire
a weapon propelled by the sustained reaction of a discharging jet of gas against the container of gas is known as a what
rocket
what term is applied when internal parts react to the acceleration of the rocket and is a safety feature designed into those fuzes that use a gear timing device
setback
the force exerted by the gases produced by the brining of the rocket motor propellant is known as what
thrust
a complete round of service rocket ammunition consists of what three major components
motor , warhead , and fuze
what restrict or control burning on the propellant surface
inhibitors
what type of warheads are used against personnel and light material targets , such as trucks and parked aircraft
HE-FRAG
what is the only AT/APERS warheads currently in use
MK 32 Mod 0
what type of warhead is a compromise between the armor-piercing and the fragmentation designs
GP
what warheads contain a large number of small arrow-shapes projectiles and are used against personnel and light armored targets
flechette
what type of warhead is used to illuminate tactical operations
flare
when located in the nose of the warhead , impact firing fuzes are known as what type of fuzes
point-detonating (PD)
what is the only mechanical time rocket fuze currently in use
MK 193 Mod 0
what is the only acceleration -deceleration fuze currently in use by the navy
model 113A
proximity fuzes are primarily used in what type of operations where air bursts above the target are desired
air-to-ground
aircraft rocket launchers are classified as either 2.7 inch or what else
5.0 inch
what are made of impregnated molded fiber designed with a waffle or grenade type structure that shatters readily upon rocket impact or from a blast
frangible fairings
what is a safe arm device that prevents loaded rockets from firing
breaker switch
smoking is not permitted in the loading area within how many feet of ammunition
200
fuzes and/or warheads dropped how many feet or more onto a hard surface , and rockets that have been accidentally released from aircraft launchers upon aircraft landing , must be disposed of according to current directives
5
