NCF Officer: Embark Fundamentals Flashcards
Define TPFDD
Time Phased Force and Deployment Data
What is the purpose of the TPFDD when utilized in programming a stratigic lift.
- Prioritizes unit arrival
- Details unit travel route
- Estimate cargo movement req.
- Estimates transportation req.
What is JOPES?
Joint Operational Plan and Execution Systems
How is JOPES used in the embark process?
Tracks the following:
- Name, UIC, origin of unit
- Ports embarkation and debarkation
- Earliest and latest arrival date
- # PAX, weight of cargo, SQFT of cargo
What is the difference between a Special Assignment Airlift Mission (SAAM) and Operational Support Airlifts
- SAAM is managed by Air Mobility Command (AMC) but used funded.
- SAAM is for pickup or delivery at locations outside of an established AMC route.
- Operational support lifts utilize previously established AMC or commercial flight routes. Is not utilized for full Battalion mount-out.
What are the Embarkation Officer duties within ACB-1?
- Responsible to the CO for orderly and efficient embarkation of the Battalion
- Awareness of the TOA asset locations, conditions, and how much space is required for marshalling, transporting, and arrival/assembly.
- Maintain embark/MOCC and turnover files.
- Training and readiness of embark personnel
Coordinate requirements for movement with S3. - Validate load plans.
- Maintain embarkation library.
- Ensure DET is assigned qualified embarkation personnel.
Explain the Movement Control Process for your unit.
The MCC’s primary mission is to maintain technical continuity. ACB-1s embark staff is collocated within the MCC in Port Hueneme to improve communication and interface.
What are the capabilities of the C-130?
- C-130 Hercules
- Tactical air lift (intra-theater)
- ACL: 25,000 lbs
- PAX: 90 over land, 74 over water
- 463L: 6
What are the capabilities of the C-17?
- C-17 Globemaster
- Troop and cargo transport (Inter/intra-theater)
- ACL: 90,000 lbs
- PAX: 54 sidewall seats. Max 102
- 463L: 18
What are the capabilities of the C-5?
- C-5 Galaxy
- Outsized/overweight cargo (inter-theater)
- ACL: 150,000 lbs
- PAX: 343 over land, 329 over water
- 463L: 36
What are the capabilities of the KC-10 Extender?
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What are the capabilities of the KC-135 Stratotanker?
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What is the Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF)?
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What are the capabilities of the Transport-Auxiliary Crane Ship?
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What are the capabilities of the LASH Ship?
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