Ch 111 Marine Corps Operations Fundamentals (AIRCRAFT) Flashcards

Learn about aircraft from the Operations section of the FMF book.

1
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What is the nomenclature of the Cobra attack helicopter?

A

AH-1W Cobra

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What is the mission of a AH-1W Cobra?

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Fire support and security for forward and rear area forces.

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What is the crew of a AH-1W Cobra?

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2 Officers.

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What are the armaments of a AH-1W Cobra?

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A 20mm turreted cannon w/ 750 rounds, four external wing stations that can fire 2.75”/5” rockets, and precision guided missiles: TOW/Hellfire (point target/anti-armor) , Sidewinder (anti-air), and Sidearm (anti-radar)

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What is the nomenclature of a Sea Night medium assault lift helicopter?

A

CH-46E Sea Night.

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What is the mission of a CH-46E Sea Night?

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Primary mission: Troop assault. Secondary mission: Movement of supplies and equipment.

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What is the crew of a CH-46E Sea Night?

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Crew of 4: Pilot, Copilot, Crew chief, and Mechanic/aerial gunner.

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What is the maximum cargo for CH-46E Sea Night?

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2,000 to 4,000 pounds internal or external load.

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What is the nomenclature of a Sea Stallion helicopter?

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CH-53D Sea Stallion.

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What is the mission of a CH-53D Sea Stallion?

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Transportation of equipment, supplies, and personnel during amphibious assault and operations ashore.

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What is the crew of a CH-53D Sea Stallion?

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Crew of 4: Pilot, Copilot, Crew chief, and Mechanic/aerial gunner.

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What are the armaments of a CH-53D Sea Stallion?

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Two XM-218 .50 cal machine guns.

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What is the nomenclature of a Super Sea Stallion heavy lift helicopter?

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CH-53E Super Sea Stallion.

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What is the mission of a CH-53E Super Sea Stallion?

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Transportation of material and supplies.

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How much can a CH-53E Super Sea Stallion lift?

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16 tons.

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Range of a CH-53E Super Sea Stallion?

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Without refuel: 621 miles. With in-flight refuel: indefinite range.

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What is the crew of a CH-53E Super Sea Stallion?

A

Crew of 4: Pilot, Copilot, Crew chief, and Mechanic/aerial gunner.

18
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What are the improvements of a CH-53E Super Sea Stallion over the CH-53D Sea Stallion?

A

Addition of 3rd engine for improved lifting, dual point cargo hook system, improved main and tail rotor blades.

19
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What is the nomenclature of a Huey utility helicopter?

A

UH-1N Huey.

20
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What is the crew of a UH-1N Huey?

A

Crew of 4: two officers, two enlisted.

21
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What are the armaments of a UH-1N Huey?

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M240 7.62mm machine gun OR GAU-16 .50 cal OR GAU-17 7.62mm automatic gun. GAU-2B/A can be controlled by pilot. 2.75” rocket pods.

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What is the mission of a UH-1N Huey?

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Command and control, fire support and security, assault, medevac, maritime special ops, support arms control and coordination.

23
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How many litter patients can a UH-1N Huey hold?

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6 patients and 1 medical attendant.

24
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What is the nomenclature of a Osprey?

A

MV-22B Osprey.

25
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What is the mission of a MV-22B Osprey?

A

Marine Corps Assault support.

26
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What is the primary function of a MV-22B Osprey?

A

Transport of troops, equipment, and supplies.

27
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What aircraft will be replaced by the MV-22B Osprey?

A

CH-46E and CH-53D.

28
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What is the nomenclature of a prowler?

A

EA-6B Prowler.

29
Q

What is the mission of a EA-6B Prowler?

A

Collect electronic data, radar and communications jamming support against aircraft and ground units.

30
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What is the nomenclature of a Harrier jet?

A

AV-8B Harrier.

31
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What is the mission of a AV-8B Harrier?

A

Attack and destroy surface and air targets, escort helicopters, and other such air operations as may be directed.

32
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What is the nomenclature of a Hercules?

A

KC130-F/R/T Hercules.

33
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What is the primary function of a KC-130 Hercules?

A

In-flight refueling.

34
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Features of a KC-130 Hercules?

A

Removable 3600 gallon stainless steel fuel tank, can deliver 300 gallons of fuel per minute to 2 aircraft at once.

35
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What is the nomenclature of a Hornet jet?

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F-18A/B/C Hornet.

36
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What is the primary function of a F-18A Hornet?

A

Intercept and destroy enemy aircraft under all weather conditions, and to attack and destroy surface targets.

37
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What is the crew of a F-18A Hornet?

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1.

38
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What is the primary function of a F-18D Hornet?

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Intercept and destroy enemy aircraft and surface targets under all weather conditions, conduct recon, provide supporting arms coordination.

39
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What is the crew of a F-18D Hornet?

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2.