SOTACC Day 1 Practice Test

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• Which bomb is a 2000-pound bomb?
• Which bomb is 500-pound and GPS guided?
• Which term means to begin using the briefed radio procedures to counter communications jamming?
• Engagement Complete means?
• In D3I, what does Detection refer to?
• Which statement best describes ROE's role in TA operations?
• Which phase is responsible for the initial location of potential targets in F2T2EA?
• Which term corresponds to Weapons impact within lethal distance?
• How should positive target identity be verified before engagement?
• What factors influence wind corrections in ballistic calculations?
• Blind means?
• Which aircraft uses Litening II as its targeting pod?
• In the Assess phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
• In the Engage phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
• What is a ballistic solution in SOTACC?
• What is the purpose of deconfliction in multi-asset TA?
• The MK-84 is associated with which REDS designation?
• What is the primary role of a SOTACC cell during targeting?
• If a surface target is acquired and being tracked by the onboard sensor, which term applies?
• Which term stands for a Request for tactical ground picture of NAI?
• What guidance does JDAM use?
• The F-35 is equipped with which gun?
• Which term authorizes simulated weapons release for all mission types?
• In bomb nose fuzing, which term describes the delay before arming?
• Which aircraft is equipped with a 25mm GAU-12 Equalizer and has a 9,000 lb capacity?
• Which formats are commonly used to provide target location data?
• How do recognition and ID criteria impact engagement decisions?
• Why is a safety briefing essential before a TA operation?
• Which term is associated with the A-10 aircraft equipped with a 30mm GAU-8 Avenger and related capabilities?
• Which term means Maneuver in specified direction in reference to target?
• In D3I, what does Identification refer to?
• What does the term 'Angels' denote in mission terminology?
• GBU-31 (JDAM) is a 2000-pound bomb guided by which navigation system?
• Which bomb is a 1000-pound bomb?
• What does F2T2EA stand for and what is its purpose in SOTACC?
• How should TA teams handle ambiguous cues or uncertain identifications?
• Which term defines Time an aircraft can remain on station?
• During which phase is the engagement decision developed?
• For the F-15E, is FAC(A) included?
• Which term means two or more munitions released in quick succession?
• Which term is used as a reference number for information such as headings, altitude, and fuels?
• In the Fix phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
• Why is time synchronization important in TA operations?
• In a data link, which statement best describes its primary function?
• Which two aircraft share the 20mm M61 Vulcan gun?
• Which initials are required to authorize danger close?
• Which term indicates an inoperable system with cancellation by 'sweet'?
• How do weather conditions impact target acquisition accuracy?
• Which term is used to describe an unpredictable defensive maneuver to defeat tracking?
• Which aircraft uses the 20mm M61 Vulcan and has a 9,500 lb capacity?
• What is the purpose of FSCMs in fire support?
• Which is the 1000-pound JDAM?
• Which term is the opposite of Tally, indicating there is no visual contact with the target or bandit?
• Which phase of F2T2EA is responsible for establishing and maintaining a target track to prevent loss?
• Name two sensor types commonly used in target acquisition.
• Which term indicates Fuel state above bingo at which separation should begin (low fuel)?
• Which aircraft is described as all weather but not night attack variant?
• Which statement about a Call for Fire is true?
• Which term is defined as an Unpredictable maneuver to negate a tracking solution?
• The GBU-10 is which weight and guidance?
• AGM-114 Hellfire guidance options include which?
• Which statement describes the primary purpose of designation with a laser in TA?
• The GBU-12 is which weight and guidance?
• Which description best captures the role of cueing sensors in unmanned systems support?
• How can unmanned systems support SOTACC Day 1 tasks?
• Which statement describes how cueing supports shooters in TA?
• What does Cleared Hot mean?
• Which statement best describes target acquisition?
• Ripple means?
• Which term describes having no visual contact with the target, i.e., not seeing it?
• Which weapon is described as 1000-pound laser guided?
• Which bomb is a 2000-pound JDAM?
• BLU-126 is a 500-pound bomb designed for what purpose?
• In the set of tactical air control codewords, which term represents Aircraft position within flight?
• What are common TA errors that degrade accuracy?
• How does fratricide risk mitigation influence TA procedures?
• In bomb nose fuzing, which term describes the delay during operation after arming?
• In D3I, what does Recognition refer to?
• Which statement best describes Rules of Engagement (ROE) in targeting decisions?
• Which term means recording a position as a point of interest or noting a round impact such as illumination or smoke?
• Which term refers to the fuel state required for recovery?
• Which option is NOT an operational imperative?
• Which term indicates the start of using briefed radio procedures to mitigate enemy jamming?
• Which factors influence wind corrections in ballistic calculations?
• Under close air support effects, which status means the target is destroyed and cannot be restored?
• Which term indicates the time an aircraft can remain on station?
• What does cueing mean in SOTACC?
• Which two roles are listed for the AV-8B?
• Which term denotes a Cooperating aircraft?
• Which fin type corresponds to an Air Inflatable Retarder?
• In the Target phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
• What is the purpose of a post-engagement assessment?
• Which term describes sensor information on a stated position or acknowledgment of a specified reference point?
• Which description best matches the GBU-54 (LJDAM)?
• BLU-109 is a 2000-pound bomb of what type?
• What is the weight of the munition described as having very low collateral effects?
• What is a "target handoff" in SOTACC?
• Which sensors/targeting pods are listed for the FA-18 Hornet?
• In a troops in contact situation, which actions are typically taken?
• Which statement best describes FA-18 Hornet's mission capabilities?
• Which device is used to designate targets with a laser for guided munitions?
• Which call indicates completion of ordnance release?
• Which munitions are identified as 500-pound, very low collateral?
• Which term means a surface target or object that has been acquired and is being tracked by the onboard sensor?
• Which term denotes an immediate maximum-performance turn in the indicated direction?
• What does the term 'Cherry' refer to in LZ terminology?
• The MK-77 is which type?
• NOT a component of SOTACC primary targeting role?
• Which term describes the sighting of a target that is independent of friendlies and focuses on the target itself?
• Which statement distinguishes target acquisition from target designation?
• The MK-82 is associated with which REDS designation?
• Which practice is essential for preventing fratricide in TA operations?
• Which term refers to Starting climb for air-to-surface attack?
• Under CAS effects, which describes temporary degradation of the weapon system?
• What does the term 'Ice' refer to in LZ terminology?
• If you cannot confirm the target type and affiliation beyond reasonable certainty, which D3I stage is not complete?
• What is the purpose of the Assess phase in F2T2EA?
• What is the bearing in TA and how is it used?
• In the Track phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
• Which bomb is a 500-pound incendiary?
• If you have No Visual of Friendly Aircraft, which term are you experiencing?
• Which term describes the debris and material expelled by an explosion that can pose hazards to personnel and equipment?
• Continue Dry means?
• The MK-83 is a 1000-pound bomb.
• All MK-82, MK-83, and MK-84 are unguided general-purpose bombs.
• What information is typically included in a target description?
• Laser designator use and safety concern?
• Which term represents the sighting of a target that is target-centric and opposite of No Joy?
• Which term denotes maneuver in a specific direction relative to the target?
• Cleared to Engage means?
• Target priority in target acquisition?
• Which statement best describes target designation?
• Continue means?
• The GBU-54 is best described as which combination?
• What is the primary role of a data link in SOTACC?
• How do EO/IR sensors support nighttime target acquisition?
• Weaponeering is defined as which of the following?
• The MK-83 is associated with which REDS designation?
• Which term refers to a cooperating aircraft on a mission?
• Which weapon is described as 500-pound low collateral?
• How can clear communications reduce TA errors?
• What is time on target (TOT) in fire support?
• The MK-84 is a 2000-pound bomb.
• Which term is the reference number used to indicate information such as headings, altitude, fuels, and more?
• Which activity best aligns with improving future TA performance after an operation?
• Which aircraft uses APG-81 radar?
• What communication practice most consistently reduces errors in time-pressured TA operations?
• In danger close engagements, which statement is true?
• Which term is listed as a weapon effect that involves piercing through a target?
• How does radar aid target detection under adverse visibility?
• Laser rangefinder used for in TA?
• What does a well-structured 9-line CFF provide to the shooter?
• Which of the following is an operational imperative?
• Which practice best reduces risk of misidentifying a target before engagement?
• What is IFF and why is it important in TA?
• Which precision targeting pods are listed for the F-15E?
• Which modality is least affected by weather when detecting targets?
• What is the value of a post-action debrief in SOTACC?
• The GBU-16 is which weight and guidance?
• Which aircraft has a payload capacity of 14,000 lb?
• Which term would be used to request a tactical ground picture of a Named Area of Interest?
• Why is range to target critical for munition selection?
• Which aircraft has the largest payload capacity listed?
• Bent means?
• Which elements are essential in a Call for Fire (CFF) in field operations?
• Which coordinate format is used to report target location data?
• How is target movement handled in TA to maintain accuracy?
• Which list contains only JDAMs?
• What is Circular Error Probable (CEP) and why is it relevant in TA?
• Which targeting pods are listed for the F-16?
• Time on Target (TOT) is defined as which of the following?
• Rifle means?
• Which term describes a friendly-centric sighting of friendly aircraft or ground position, opposite of Blind?
• In the Find phase of F2T2EA, what is the objective?
• What is the difference between "target acquisition" and "target designation"?
• Difference between a laser rangefinder and a laser designator?
• What does Cherubs refer to?
• What is a ballistic solution?
• What are the three stages of D3I in target acquisition?
• The MK-82 is a 500-pound bomb.