Block 8 Aircraft Interior Familiarization

Question 1

Briefly describe- Mission Commander (MC)

Answer 1

May be Pilot or NFO.

Responsible for ALL phases of the mission except FLIGHT SAFETY.

Question 2

Briefly describe- Patrol Plane Commander (PPC)

Answer 2

Responsible for all matters affecting flight safety.
Shall coordinate ASW tactics with TACCO and position the aircraft accordingly.
Back-up to MC.

Question 3

Briefly describe- Patrol Plane Pilot (PPP)

Answer 3

Assist the PPC by reading checklists designated by the PPC and piloting the aircraft when the PPC is away from station. Safety back-up to the PPC.

Question 4

Briefly describe- Patrol Plane Copilot (PPCP)

Answer 4

Acts as a relief for the PPC or PPP during extended flight operations.

Question 5

Briefly describe- Tactical Coordinator (TACCO)

Answer 5

Employs tactics and procedures most effective to carry out the aircrafts mission requirements. Responsible for safe and accurate navigation of the aircraft.

Question 6

Briefly describe- CO-Tactical Coordinator (COTAC)

Answer 6

Maintain communications required to carry out the aircrafts mission and assist the TACCO when necessary.

Question 7

Briefly describe- Acoustic Operator

Answer 7

Detect, Classify, and report contact data, ensuring audio is recorded for mission reconstruction.

Question 8

Briefly describe- Electronic Warfare Operator

Answer 8

Utilizes mission systems to detect and analyze targets of operational significance and provide radar intercept and navigation information to the TACCO and NAV/COMM.

Question 9

Briefly describe- Ordnance Qualified Crewmember

Answer 9

Ensures proper ordnance loads.