Firing Techniques

Question 1

Define “DESTRUCTION”

Answer 1

is a decisive engagement that puts a target out of action permanently. _______________ is achieved by killing enemy personnel or destroying enemy equipment. It requires weapons to strike within lethal range of the target. Hellfire missiles are well suited for destructive fires.

Question 2

Define “NEUTRALIZATION”

Answer 2

requires weapons effects to hit the target and cause damage to it. Unlike suppressive fire, target neutralization cannot be achieved by rounds that miss the target. Neutralizing damage to a target can temporarily remove it from the battle.

Question 3

Define “SUPPRESSION”

Answer 3

_____________ of a target limits the ability of enemy personnel to perform their mission. _________________ is used to defend friendly forces from accurate enemy attack. It limits enemy movement and observation and increases friendly freedom to maneuver.

Question 4

How many delivery techniques are there and what are they?

Answer 4

1. Hover
2. Running
3. Diving
4. Low altitude bump
5. Running/diving from IP