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| When computing lateral shift for a shift from a known point mission, at what point should the observer consider using another method of target location? |
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| • When a shift of 600 mils or greater is required |
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| List one reason the observer may include the word MARK in the Method of Engagement. |
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• Orient himself
• Indicate targets to ground troops
• Indicate targets to close air support aircraft |
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| Explain the difference between FUZE TIME and FUSE PROXIMITY. |
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• Time must be mechanically adjusted at the gun line
• Proximity does not have to be adjusted |
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| Define angle T and explain the actions taken by an observer if it is 500 mils or greater. |
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• Angle T is the intersection of the gun-target line and the observer-target line with the vertex formed at the target
• The observer should consider cutting his corrections |
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| Define angle T and explain the actions taken by an observer if it is 500 mils or greater. |
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• Angle T is the intersection of the gun-target line and the observer-target line with the vertex formed at the target
• The observer should consider cutting his corrections |
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| If the observer wishes to 1) Make a range correction, 2) Change the method of fire, 3) Include danger close, & 4) Send OT direction, what order would he transmit his correction IAW the sequence of subsequent corrections? |
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• OT direction
• Danger close
• Method of fire
• Range correction |
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| Maximum rate of fire for a M119A2 is _____ rounds per minute for ______ minutes. |
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| What is the maximum rate of fire, in rounds per minute, for the first 4 minutes for the M224 60mm mortar? |
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| What is the maximum range of a 60mm mortar in the hand-held mode? |
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| What are the elements of the acronym S-A-L-U-T-E? |
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Definition
• Size
• Activity
• Location
• Unit/Uniform
• Time
• Equipment |
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| When possible this report would be completed on a DA FORM 2185-R? |
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| When possible this report would be completed on a DA FORM 2185-R? |
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| With the AN/PRC-119 radio set on high power, what is the maximum range the operator can expect to communicate with voice (KM)? |
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| With the AN/PRC-119 radio set on high power, what is the maximum range the operator can expect to communicate with voice (KM)? |
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| Explain the major difference between the manual adjustment and center grid BCS adjust method of Final Protective Fire adjustment. |
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Definition
• Manual—all guns will be adjusted to a specific point on the FPF line
• BCS—only the base piece will be adjusted to the center of the FPF line |
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| Who designates the location of an FPF? |
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| What is the purpose of an auxiliary adjusting point? |
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Definition
| • Deceive the enemy as to the real purpose of the adjustment |
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| What is the purpose of an auxiliary adjusting point? |
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Definition
| • Deceive the enemy as to the real purpose of the adjustment |
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Term
| Name 3 of the 4 methods of engaging a large or irregularly shaped target. |
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Definition
• Center grid, length, width, attitude
• Grid-to-grid
• Grid-to-grid-to-grid
• Center grid with radius |
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| Name 3 of the 4 methods of engaging a large or irregularly shaped target. |
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Definition
• Center grid, length, width, attitude
• Grid-to-grid
• Grid-to-grid-to-grid
• Center grid with radius |
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| What measure should an observer take when adjusting an FPF to minimize the hazard to friendly troops? |
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| Which is faster at building a smoke screen 105mm WP or 105mm smoke? |
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| Why should ICM not be fired into forests, mountainous areas, or rocky uneven terrain? |
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| What is a series of targets? |
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Definition
| • Two or more targets that will be attacked in a specific sequence |
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Term
| What is a series of targets? |
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Definition
| • Two or more targets that will be attacked in a specific sequence |
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Term
| . T or F a group of targets can be fired as part of a series? |
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Term
| What are the 2 exceptions when fires may be delivered into a No-Fire Area? |
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Definition
• On a case-by-case basis when approved by establishing HQ
• When receiving fire from the NFA, you may return fire with only the amount of force necessary to subdue the enemy and continue the mission |
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Term
| T of F Boundaries are both permissive and restrictive. |
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Definition
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| Which basic control measure is used by commanders to designate a geographical area for which a particular unit has tactical responsibility? |
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| Which basic control measure is used by commanders to designate a geographical area for which a particular unit has tactical responsibility? |
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| What are the three control measures for CAS? |
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Definition
• Initial point (IP)
• Contact point (CP)
• Pull-up point (PUP) |
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| What are the two types of CAS requests? |
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| Name four of the six capabilities of Naval Gunfire? |
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Definition
• Ammunition variety
• Muzzle velocity
• Rates of fire
• Dispersion pattern
• Mobility
• Fire control equipment |
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| Name four of the eight limitations of Naval Gunfire? |
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Definition
• Range probable error
• Changing gun-target line
• Communications
• Hydrography
• Fixing of ship position
• Weather and visibility
• Enemy action
• Magazine capacity |
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| What are the two types of precision missions? |
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Definition
• Registration
• Destruction |
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Term
| In a mortar registration, the goal is to attain_____ rounds over and ____-rounds short along the OT line with the same data fired or data 50 meters apart. |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the lateral spread between rounds in meters when adjusting the sheaf for 81mm mortars? |
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Definition
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Term
| The most accurate way of marking a target is? |
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Definition
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| What are the two types of CAS requests? |
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Definition
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| What measure should an observer take when adjusting an FPF to minimize the hazard to friendly troops? |
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Definition
| • Announce Danger Close and request fuze Delay |
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Term
| T or F a group of targets can be fired as a series? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is a series of targets? |
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Definition
| • Two or more targets that are attacked in a specific order |
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Term
| The unit boundary is the basic control measure used by commanders to designate the geographical area for which a particular unit is tactically responsible. Is this a permissive or restrictive measure? |
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| What ships are used in direct support? |
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Definition
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| T or F the ship will assign the initial target number? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the two mandatory read backs in a JFO Target brief? |
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Definition
| Target elevation, Target location |
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Term
| What are the methods for determining direction on a high angle shell crater? |
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Definition
| Main axis, splinter groove, fuze funnel |
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Term
| The term CLEARED HOT means that “you are cleared to pass ordnance for release to the JTAC on this pass” TRUE/ FALSE |
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Definition
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Term
| FPF’s are fired at what specified rate of fire |
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Definition
| Max rate of fire until firing unit is requested to stop, or all rounds are exhausted |
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Term
| During a Close Combat Attack fire mission similar to Rotary wing CAS brief which is available to the JTAC/FO to expedite fires. How many lines are there? And does the observer specify my location? |
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Definition
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Term
| Linear and rectangular targets require orientation in terms of direction. The observer sends what to the FDC? |
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Definition
| Center Grid, Length, width, and attitude of the target |
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Term
| A linear target is one that is more than _______ meters but normally less than________ meters long |
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Definition
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| The supported commander designates the location of the FPF. The observer should plan the FPF to support a defense and integrate the FPF into the final protective line of the maneuver unit. The FPF may be any distance from the friendly position, but is normally within ____ to _____ meters (danger close) of friendly positions |
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| In some instances, the tactical situation dictates against adjusting the FPF. In these cases, give the dimensions of the FPF in the call for fire by using all EXCEPT |
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| Is a final protective fire an example of a priority target? TRUE/ FALSE |
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Definition
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| CAS is air action by FW and RW aircraft against hostile targets that are in_________ to ____________ and requires detailed integration of each air mission with the fire and movement of those forces |
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Definition
| Close proximity, friendly forces |
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