aircraft Flashcards
(15 cards)
What is the purpose of an ATTACK aircraft?
Used for ground attack surface and Close Air Support.
What is a BOMBER used for?
Used for bombing strategic ground targets. Modern forces use smart bombs for target precision to prevent collateral damage and utilize satellites or GPS for guidance.
What is the function of a CARGO aircraft?
Used for general purpose cargo, especially heavy and medium payloads. It transports supplies, equipment, vehicles, and troops for airborne operations.
What is the role of ELECTRONIC/ELECTRONIC COUNTER MEASURE aircraft?
Used as airborne radar and electronic jamming to support friendly forces such as aircraft, ground troops, and naval vessels.
What is a FIGHTER aircraft used for?
Used for air interdiction, intercepting enemy aircraft and engaging them with cannons and missiles.
What is a GLIDER primarily used for?
Mostly used for recreational purposes by civilians. In the military, they are used for surveillance and covert operations such as infiltration and exfiltration behind enemy lines.
What is the versatility of a HELICOPTER?
The most versatile aircraft that can land without an airstrip and hover for long periods, widely used in rescue and tactical airlift.
What is the purpose of a TANKER aircraft?
Especially built for aerial refueling of other aircraft.
What is the function of an OBSERVATION aircraft?
Used for ground observation of targets, commonly by forward Air Controllers during the Vietnam War for Close Air Support missions.
What does ELECTRONIC JAMMING involve?
Used primarily for jamming enemy radar and communication systems, both airborne and land-based.
What are DRONES used for?
Designates any unmanned aircraft that fly remotely controlled, used for observation and reconnaissance of enemy territory.
What is the purpose of RECONNAISSANCE aircraft?
Used for long-range missions sneaking into enemy territory to provide vital intelligence information.
What is the function of a TRAINER aircraft?
Used to train student pilots, usually configured as two-seaters.
What is a UTILITY aircraft used for?
General purpose aircraft that may be used for carrying troops, personnel, equipment, and supplies.
What does V/TOL/STOL stand for?
Capable of vertical take-off and landing or short take-off.
