Day Tactics Flashcards
What does METT-TC stand for?
Mission
Enemy
Terrain and weather
Troops and support
Time
Civil considerations
How far apart should ACPs be placed?
5-20 km or NM apart
How far from LZs/PZs should RPs and SPs be placed?
3-8 km or NM
What are the three major groups of external loads?
Low density
High density
Aerodynamic
What are the fundamentals of recon?
GORRDEE
-Gain and maintain enemy contact
-Orient on the objective
-Report rapidly and accurately
-Retain the freedom to maneuver
-Develop the situation rapidly
-Ensure maximum recon forces are forward
-Ensure continuous recon
Visual Cues that indicate enemy activity
MCOSSTTH
-Movement and light
-Color
-Obvious sightings
-Smoke
-Shadows
-Texture
-Trails
-Heat
Tactical considerations of LZ/PZ selection
(MSL)
-Mission
-Security
-Location
Technical considerations of LZ/PZ selection
(LONGLASSV)
-Landing formations
-Obstacles
-Number and type of A/C
-Ground slope of landing area
-Load suitability
-Approach and departure directions
-Size of landing area
-Surface condition
-Vulnerability
Meteorological considerations of LZ/PZ selection
(CVWD)
-Ceiling
-Visibility
-Winds
-Density Altitude
What are the different classifications for external loads?
-certified sling loads
-suitable sling loads
-unique sling loads
-prohibited sling loads
When selecting a landing site, what is the minimum diameter of a landing point for sling load operations?
(Sling load vs. longline vs. NVG Sling)
Sling load-100 meters
Longline-125 meters
NVG sling-150 meters
During external load hookup, what is the first area to be coordinated between the ground crew and aircraft crew in the event of an aircraft emergency?
Aircraft emergency landing area
What airspeeds should the pilot adjust to prior to entering moderate and severe turbulence?
Moderate- VNE minus 10 KCAS or max range, whichever is slower
Severe- VNE minus 15 KCAS or max range, whichever is slower
