Danger Close Flashcards
1
Q
PEr?
A
Probable error range
2
Q
PEd?
A
Probable error deconfliction
3
Q
TD?
A
Trigger distance
4
Q
SSD?
A
Safe splinter distance
5
Q
SD?
A
Safe distance
6
Q
What if 1 round falls far from the intended impact point and it forms a safety/collateral damage problem?
A
- Command a bty left + repeat
- Remove gun #
- Continue fire mission
7
Q
Is DC mandatory at all times?
A
No.
- When the danger is so high only FFE is a solution.
- Eliminating a tgt > fratricide
- Military advantage > collateral damage
TACTICAL COMMANDER DECIDES.
8
Q
What if friendlies are to close for comfort?
A
- Deliver FFE slightly to a safe side
- Choose HE DL, minimal shattering effect.
- Limit the rounds in FFE
