Skill At Arms - 1.09 Marksmanship Principles Flashcards
1
Q
Marksmanship Principle 1
A
The position and hold must be firm enough to support the weapon
2
Q
Marksmanship Principle 2
A
The weapon must point naturally at the target without any undue physical effort
3
Q
Marksmanship Principle 3
A
Sight alignment and sight picture must be correct
4
Q
Marksmanship Principle 4
A
The shot must be released and followed through without any undue disturbance to the position
5
Q
Four factors that could affect the round accuracy
A
- Wind (for targets at >200m)
- Oily rounds and oil in the chamber
- Sight settings (300m) versus target distance
- Consider elevation and deflection (wind + heat)
6
Q
Acronym EAST
A
Eye // Aperture // Sight // Target
7
Q
Where will shot be in relation to POA at 100m?
A
Below POA
8
Q
Where will shot be in relation to POA at 200m?
A
Above POA
9
Q
Where will shot be in relation to POA at 300m?
A
On POA
