Block 12 Aircraft Interior Familiarization

Question 1

Briefly describe Mission Commander (MC)

Answer 1

A qualified naval aviator or naval flight officer responsible for all phases of the flight except Flight Safety related to physical control of the aircraft.

Question 2

Briefly describe Tactical Coordinator (TACCO or TC)

Answer 2

To employ tactics and procedures to effectively carry out the mission of the aircraft and it’s crew.

Question 3

Briefly describe the Co-Tactical Coordinator (COTAC OR CTC)

Answer 3

Assist the TACCO in all tasking and will be a major asset in determining a plan of action for aircraft and aircrew.

Question 4

Briefly describe Acoustic Air Warfare Operator (AAW)

Answer 4

Responsible to detect, classify and report contact data ensuring audio info is recorded for reconstruction.

Question 5

Briefly describe Electronic Warfare Operator (EWO).

Answer 5

Utilizes mission systems to detect and analyze targets of operational significance and provide radar intercept and navigation information to the flight deck and TACCO.

Question 6

Briefly describe Patrol Plane Commander.

Answer 6

Responsible for safety, accurate navigation and orderly conduct of the flight.
Next in line after MC

Question 7

What duties does the Plane Patrol Copilot (3P) perform?

Answer 7

Performs those duties of Pilot, Copilot, Pilot flying, Pilot Monitoring, Augment Pilot, and Observer.

Question 8

Briefly describe Pilot (P)

Answer 8

Refers to the left seat pilot.

The PPC, 2P, or 3P may occupy and perform duties from the P seat.

Question 9

Briefly describe Copilot (CP)

Answer 9

Assists the Pilot in performance of assigned duties and is the right seat pilot.

Question 10

Briefly describe (PF)

Answer 10

Has the immediate responsibility for, and control of, the aircraft and can be either the P or CP.

Question 11

What are the general PF phases of responsibility?

Answer 11

Taxiing
Flight path and airspeed control
Aircraft configuration
Navigation

Question 12

Briefly describe Pilot Monitoring (PM)

Answer 12

Monitors all maneuvers being performed by the PF and brings to their attention any deviation from normal operation.

Question 13

What are the general PM phases of responsibility?

Answer 13

Reading and verifying correct execution of checklist
Performing radio and interphone communications
Coordinating mission crew activities with the Tactical Coordinator
Completing tasks as directed by the PF
Monitoring taxiing, flight path, airspeed, aircraft configuration, and navigation

Question 14

Briefly describe Augment Pilot (AP)

Answer 14

Performs duties specifically on the flight deck or in direct support of the PF and PM, but does not operate the P or CP seat

Question 15

Briefly describe Observer

Answer 15

Responsible for preflight duties of ‘safety of flight’ mission systems, in flight emergency procedures, and assisting in post flight duties.

Question 16

Briefly describe Ordnance Qualified Crewmember.

Answer 16

Obtain the mission search stores required by the TACCO and to ensure they are properly loaded..