CN-01

Question 1

Authenticate

Answer 1

A coded challenge or response to a coded challenge

Question 2

Words

Answer 2

Directive or interrogative call regarding further information or directives pertinent to the mission

Question 3

On Station

Answer 3

Informative call that unit/aircraft has reached assigned station

Question 4

Interrogate

Answer 4

Interrogate the designated contact IFF mode indicated

Question 5

Cleared

Answer 5

Requested action is authorized

NOTE: Engaged/support roles not established or transferred

Question 6

Push (channel)

Answer 6

Switch to designated frequency. No acknowledgement required

Question 7

Sweet

Answer 7

(Opposite of sour, cancels sick/bent)

1. (Mode/type) [A/A] [S/A] valid response to an administrative IFF/SIF check request
2. (Link name)(e.g. TIMBER SWEET) confirms receipt of data link information
3. Equipment indicated is operating efficiently

Question 8

Sour

Answer 8

(Opposite of sweet)

1. (Mode/type) invalid/ no response to an administrative IFF/SIF check
2. (Link name) (TIMBER SOUR) potential problems with net entry; initiates premission link troubleshooting