OPS261K, Rotary-wing Combat Operations

Question 1

Identify the seven core competencies of Army aviation.

Answer 1

1. Provide accurate and timely information collection on the enemy, terrain, local populations and friendly forces
2. Provide reaction time and maneuver space
3. Destroy, defeat, disrupt, divert, or delay enemy forces
4. Air assault ground maneuver forces
5. Air movement of personnel, equipment, and supplies
6. Evacuate wounded or recover isolated personnel
7. Enable mission command over extended ranges and complex terrain

Question 2

List the main method to request or receive Army aviation support.

Answer 2

Air Mission Request (AMR)

Question 3

List the three employment methods used by Army attack helicopter battalions.

Answer 3

• Continuous attack
• Phased attack
• Maximum destruction

Question 4

Identify the correct format(s) to be used when employing attack helicopters in an attack aviation call for fire (AACFF) or close air support (CAS) mission.

Answer 4

AACFF: 5-liner

RW CAS: 9-liner

Question 5

Identify the three types of helicopter modes of firing used during engagements.

Answer 5

• Hovering fire (below 25 knots)
• Running fire (25 knots or above)
• Diving fire