MP Nav Weaponeering Flashcards
What is MALB and when would you employ it?
Medium Altitude Level Bombing
The preferred profile for the employment of Precision Guided Munitions (PGMs) such as Paveway 4 (PWY4)
What is the MALB speed bracket for Texan?
M0.4 +/-0.02
Must release the weapon in a delivery ‘basket’, or cone, that tapers to the target
What symbology is used to fly MALB in the Texan?
BMB (Freefall) CCRP (Continuously Calculated Release Point)
What is the maximum simulated range of the gun?
4000ft
What is the meaning of BLIND?
No viz contact with friendly aircraft/ground position
What is the meaning of VISUAL?
Sighting of friendly aircraft/ground position
What is the meaning of CONTACT?
Acknowledges sighting of specified point
What is the meaning of TALLY?
Sighting of a TARGET
What is the meaning of NO JOY?
No viz contact with TARGET
What is the meaning of ABORT (with code)?
Terminate attack/do NOT release weapons
What is the meaning of IN (with HDG)?
Aircraft on final attack HDG, request permission to attack
What is the meaning of CLEARED HOT?
Permission for weapons release
What is the meaning of CONTINUE?
Continue with attack, expect further clearance
What is the meaning of BDA?
Battle Damage Assessment
What is the meaning of DANGER CLOSE?
Friendly troops within 300m of TARGET