AWS Flashcards
(20 cards)
Will the AWS continue to follow the IHADSS LOS when operating in the NVS FIXED mode?
Yes
What is the gun duty cycle?
6x50-round bursts with 5 seconds between bursts, followed by a 10-minute cooling period OR
no more than 300 rounds are fired within 60 seconds before allowing the gun to cool for 10 minutes
If 300 or more rounds have been fired in the preceding ten minutes, and a stoppage occurs, personnel must remain clear of the aircraft for 30 minutes. Aircraft crewmembers should remain in the aircraft and continue positive gun control.
What 3 types of rounds can the 30mm accommodate?
M788 (Training), M789 (HEDP), M848
The M789 HEDP 30mm round is a _________________________ round, and will penetrate of more than ________ of RHA at ___________.
High Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP); 2in; 2500 m
What is the “WARNING” associated with failure of adherence to the 30mm Gun Duty Cycle?
Failure to adhere to the published gun duty cycle may result in a catastrophic failure, loss of aircraft, injury or death.
Where will the AWS be positioned while in the fixed mode?
Azimuth: 0 degrees
Elevation: +0.87 degrees
How many rounds will be displayed on the 30mm while in the training mode?
888 Rounds
What is the rate of fire for the 30 mm cannon?
625 +/- 25 RPM
In the event of an IHADSS failure with the gun selected and the HMD as the selected sight, the gun will remain ______________________________, gun firing _____________. When the gun is deactioned, it will ______________.
In the last commanded position; is inhibited; return to stow
When conducting AWS Harmonization, the target should be located _____ to _____ meters in front of the aircraft.
500 to 1500 m
What is the software range limit for the 30mm?
4200 m
Max ammunition with 100 gallon fuel cell integrated storage magazine for approximately_______ rounds.
300 Total (248 in the tank, 52 in the AHS)
What is the capacity of the 30mm ammo handling system?
1200 Rounds Max
In the event of a power loss the gun is spring driven to ____________ in elevation to prevent _______ into the ground during landing.
+11 degrees; digging
The 30mm AWS is limited to _______ degrees with rockets actioned and ____ degrees on the side of the next missile to be fired with missiles actioned when on the inboard pylon.
60 degrees ; 52 degrees
What are the 30mm Gun turret azimuth and elevation limits (opposite crew member not action weapon) on the ground?
Azimuth
1) 86° left and right of aircraft centerline
Elevation
1) +9° within 10° left and right of aircraft centerline
2) +11° from 10° left and right of aircraft centerline to 86° left and right
Depression
1) -6.45° within 86° left and right of aircraft centerline
The warning regarding 30mm stoppage states: If _____ or more rounds have been fired in the preceding _____ minutes, and a stoppage occurs, personnel must remain clear of the aircraft for ____________. Crewmembers should ____________________________________.
300 Rounds; 10 min; 30 min; remain in the aircraft and continue positive gun control
What is the elevation of the gun in the FIXED mode?
+0.87
What is the Caution associated with the SQUAT ORIDE switch on the Load Maintenance Panel?
The LMP incorporates a SQUAT ORIDE switch. There is no indication in the cockpit when the SQUAT ORIDE switch is in the AIR position. If the switch is placed in the AIR position while the aircraft is on the squat switch (wheels on the ground) the ground safety limits for the gun depression are overridden and, if actioned, the gun could be driven into the ground.
Engagement at greater than _______________ can be heard by the dismounted personnel before the first round impacts.
2000 m
