Chapter 3, A/A Missiles And Missile Launchers Flashcards
1
Q
Speeds up to Mach 0.8 are referred to by what term?
A
Subsonic
2
Q
A missile with a rated speed of Mach 3.2 is fired from an aircraft that is flying at 2.6. What is the missile’s actual speed after being launched?
A
5.8
3
Q
To prevent certain types of exercise missiles from traveling beyond the target range, what safety measure should be installed in the missiles?
A
An explosive-destruct charge
4
Q
Speeds from Mach 1.2 to Mach 5.0 are referred to by what term?
A
Super sonic
