Visual search and target detection

Question 1

If the pilot, copilot, or other aircrew members acquire a target, the observing aircrew member alerts the other aircrew members. The standard weapons sequence is:

Answer 1

● Where is the target (clock position)?
● What is the estimated range (in meters) to target?
● What is it (target description)?
● What should be done with it (engage or track)?

Question 2

An example of a typical weapons sequence is

Answer 2

“LEFT GUN, 11 O’CLOCK, SIX HUNDRED METERS,
TROOPS IN THE OPEN.” The left-side door gunner, upon acquisition, will announce, “TALLY, TROOPS.” The PC will announce “ENGAGE” then the gunner announces “ENGAGING” and engages the target.

Question 3

Reference:

Answer 3

Reference: TC 3-04.3 Ch. 12