Amphibious Warfare Flashcards
(28 cards)
What is the Ship to Shore movement plan?
Specific times for craft entering/exiting the well and arrival and depart beach
What is the purpose of the LCS intentions message?
Message created by the LCAC control ship that defines the craft movements to the beach including number of waves/control points/time on track/ship rendezvous point
What is an OPTASK Amphib?
Message that provides all information regarding the amphibious operation as a whole, the basic plan for all operations
What is H-hour?
The time that the first craft crosses the beach
What does PERMA stand for?
Plan, Embark, Rehearsal, Movement, Action/Assault
What is a SUROB?
Surface Observation, provided to ships and craft by Beach Master Unit giving real time information of current beach and weather conditions
Who has control of any landing craft when entering/exiting the well deck?
Well Deck Control and Ramp Marshal’s
What is the meaning of ‘Control’ in amphibious operations?
The ship controlling amphibious waves to the beach
What are the types of control in amphibious operations?
- Independent
- Advisory
- Positive
What does CCA stand for?
Craft Collection Area (staging area in the water)
What does CDP stand for?
Craft Departure Point (initial point of transit to beach)
What does CCP stand for?
Craft Control Point (turn point along the track to the beach)
What does CPP stand for?
Craft Penetration Point (point that crafts transit from water to land on beach)
What does CLZ stand for?
Craft Landing Zone (location on beach where crafts stop on beach and unload/load)
Give examples of visual communication methods for beach approach and landing.
- Lights
- Flags
- Markers
- Signs
What is a CATF and what is his/her role?
Commander Amphibious Task Force, in charge of all Crafts upon exiting the ship
What order is given to commence the Ship-to-Shore Movement?
Land the Landing Force
What purpose does Well Deck Control serve in amphibious operations?
Controls craft movement in/out of the well
What is the role of Ballast Control in amphibious operations?
Raises/lowers the amount of water in the well deck
What is the function of the Stern Gate?
Lowered/raised to allow craft to enter the well
What is the main difference regarding water inside the well for normal LCAC operations versus conventional landing craft?
Standing water in the well severely affects LCAC movement inside the well
What is the primary hazard regarding LCAC operations inside the well deck?
Exhaust Gases
How many LCAC can USS HFY hold?
2
How many LCU can USS HFY hold?
1
