CDC Volume 1 Flashcards
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The IP or battle position is normally how far from the target?
Between 4-14 miles
Who issues ROEs
Any competent military authority
What is the primary danger from laser designators?
Damage to the eyes
What is one of the real problems the army has when deploying helicopter gunships in a joint CAS environment?
Logistics
What is the first ROE for fire support?
Know your abort code.
What does the pilot say to end laser designation?
“Terminate”
What are the nine conditions required for successful CAS missions?
Air superiority, suppression of enemy air defenses, favorable weather, prompt response, target marking, appropriate ordinance, aircrew and terminal controller skill, communications, and command and control.
What will display in the AN/PEQ-1 SOFLAM reticle when designating a target?
XMT
What is one disadvantage of he ATI/LIA on the AC-130?
The gunship is also identified and is vulnerable to enemy attack.
Which aircraft is capable of using radar beacons as a target acquisition aid?
B-1B
What is the standard “danger close “ distance for the 105 mm Howitzer?
200 meter
What term describes light waves that are “in step” with each other?
Coherent
What is the beacon offset distance for the AC-130H gunship?
Less than 1,500 meters
What daytime friendly visual marking has the greatest range?
Signal mirror
The MK-76 is what type of bomb?
Practice
When an aircraft and artillery are attacking the same target which type of separation requires the most coordination?
Time
Direct and indirect controls are subdivisions of what level of weapon release authority?
Positive control
What regulation would you refer to for for detailed information on A-10 CAS?
MCM 3-1 Vol. III
What terminology is used to describe twirling a chemlight on a string?
Buzzsaw
What document would you consult to find information about a specifically tasked mission?
ATO/ITO
What is he ultimate goal of CCT in air base defense?
Teach security forces how to use the gunship
In a trail attack formation how far behind the lead is the number two aircraft?
About 30 seconds
What class of laser in the AN/PEQ-1SOFLAM?
Class 4
Which type of helicopter attack is the most accurate?
Hovering