MQF: Precision Guided Munitions Operations Flashcards
When BMS software is operating in Indoctrination state no actual PGMs are expended; however the ______ can still employ live ammunition. If canisters are connected, the operator _______ be permitted to enter Indoctrination state.
GWS; will not
In INDOC state, BMS will always send voltage to the canisters.
False
There are ______ on the aircraft. The BMS server sends GPS Messages, mission data, and initialization commands through the ____ to each of the munitions.
Three Stack Control Modules (SCM); SCMs
The ______ conditions and distributes power throughout the PGM System.
Logic & Power Control Module (LPCM)
The PGM ATACNAV is located in the _______.
RHS aft cheek rack just forward of the right paratroop door
The ______ is located between the CLT portals in the cargo door. It provides access to circuit breakers for the LPCM, WOW override switch, eleven key loading terminals, and two Mission Interface Unit (MIU) maintenance terminals.
Power Distribution Unit (PDU)
Part of the CLT launch circuitry is a safety solenoid pin that is designed to _____ by locking the ejector piston in place until a solenoid arm voltage is present.
Prevent the inadvertent launch of a munition
The ______ is the munitions carriage assembly capable of carrying, monitoring, readying, and releasing up to four GBU-39s.
BRU-61/A
There are _____ CLT launch portals, they are divided into _____ stacks each containing _____ positions.
Ten; two; five
Up to ______ Griffins can be employed or “rippled” from the ______ in a single engagement.
Three; CLT Portals
Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) keys allow the:
Decryption of precise GPS coordinates from GPS satellites
Griffins and SDBs require _____ and _____ keys.
Yearly; Monthly
Griffins that do not have SAASM keys loaded will operate in Course Acquisition (C/A) mode. When in C/A mode, the coordinates from GPS satellites ________________ and the mission initialization process takes several seconds longer. It is not advised to launch Griffins in C/A mode.
Are not as precise
During Initial Pre-flight, if CLTs are installed in CLT Launch Portals ensure CLT safety pins are:
Onboard the aircraft
During Initial Pre-flight, if CLTs are stowed, ensure safety pins are:
Installed
Inspect exterior portion of CLT launch portals for any damage, excessive wear, or anything
that could possibly jeopardize the safe departure of munitions. The exterior portals for
positions 1-1 and 2-1 _____ safety wire securing the exterior bolts.
Will have
If CLT launch portals are _____, the bypass switch will need to be placed in the
BYPS position to operate cargo ramp & door eclectically.
Not powered
Do not attempt to remove port plugs or CLTs from any position other than ______ while the aircraft is pressurized.
1-1 and 2-1
When loading/unloading CLT portal positions ______, ensure the air-lock safety valve is in the ________ position when the aircraft is pressurized.
1-1 and 2-1; closed
______ CLTs if moderate or greater turbulence exists or during taxi operations.
Do not install/remove
If an unfired CLT is dropped during any part of the procedure it will be marked as “drop
distance exceeded, condition unknown” ______.
And turned over to munitions personnel upon landing