MQF: Precision Guided Munitions Operations

Question 1

When BMS software is operating in Indoctrination state no actual PGMs are expended; however the ______ can still employ live ammunition. If canisters are connected, the operator _______ be permitted to enter Indoctrination state.

Answer 1

GWS; will not

Question 2

In INDOC state, BMS will always send voltage to the canisters.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

There are ______ on the aircraft. The BMS server sends GPS Messages, mission data, and initialization commands through the ____ to each of the munitions.

Answer 3

Three Stack Control Modules (SCM); SCMs

Question 4

The ______ conditions and distributes power throughout the PGM System.

Answer 4

Logic & Power Control Module (LPCM)

Question 5

The PGM ATACNAV is located in the _______.

Answer 5

RHS aft cheek rack just forward of the right paratroop door

Question 6

The ______ is located between the CLT portals in the cargo door. It provides access to circuit breakers for the LPCM, WOW override switch, eleven key loading terminals, and two Mission Interface Unit (MIU) maintenance terminals.

Answer 6

Power Distribution Unit (PDU)

Question 7

Part of the CLT launch circuitry is a safety solenoid pin that is designed to _____ by locking the ejector piston in place until a solenoid arm voltage is present.

Answer 7

Prevent the inadvertent launch of a munition

Question 8

The ______ is the munitions carriage assembly capable of carrying, monitoring, readying, and releasing up to four GBU-39s.

Answer 8

BRU-61/A

Question 9

There are _____ CLT launch portals, they are divided into _____ stacks each containing _____ positions.

Answer 9

Ten; two; five

Question 10

Up to ______ Griffins can be employed or “rippled” from the ______ in a single engagement.

Answer 10

Three; CLT Portals

Question 11

Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) keys allow the:

Answer 11

Decryption of precise GPS coordinates from GPS satellites

Question 12

Griffins and SDBs require _____ and _____ keys.

Answer 12

Yearly; Monthly

Question 13

Griffins that do not have SAASM keys loaded will operate in Course Acquisition (C/A) mode. When in C/A mode, the coordinates from GPS satellites ________________ and the mission initialization process takes several seconds longer. It is not advised to launch Griffins in C/A mode.

Answer 13

Are not as precise

Question 14

During Initial Pre-flight, if CLTs are installed in CLT Launch Portals ensure CLT safety pins are:

Answer 14

Onboard the aircraft

Question 15

During Initial Pre-flight, if CLTs are stowed, ensure safety pins are:

Answer 15

Installed

Question 16

Inspect exterior portion of CLT launch portals for any damage, excessive wear, or anything
that could possibly jeopardize the safe departure of munitions. The exterior portals for
positions 1-1 and 2-1 _____ safety wire securing the exterior bolts.

Answer 16

Will have

Question 17

If CLT launch portals are _____, the bypass switch will need to be placed in the
BYPS position to operate cargo ramp & door eclectically.

Answer 17

Not powered

Question 18

Do not attempt to remove port plugs or CLTs from any position other than ______ while the aircraft is pressurized.

Answer 18

1-1 and 2-1

Question 19

When loading/unloading CLT portal positions ______, ensure the air-lock safety valve is in the ________ position when the aircraft is pressurized.

Answer 19

1-1 and 2-1; closed

Question 20

______ CLTs if moderate or greater turbulence exists or during taxi operations.

Answer 20

Do not install/remove

Question 21

If an unfired CLT is dropped during any part of the procedure it will be marked as “drop
distance exceeded, condition unknown” ______.

Answer 21

And turned over to munitions personnel upon landing