Avenger/Stinger (14P) General Knowledge Study Guide

Flashcards created for reviewing key concepts from the Avenger/Stinger (14P) General Knowledge Study Guide.

What is the weight of the argon gas bottle?

10.5 LBS

What is the maximum operating pressure in a single argon gas bottle?

6,000 psi

If you receive a message on the TC 'SVML GAS PRESSURE LOW,' what does that mean?

Low on Argon

The top argon bottle supplies gas to what missile(s)?

Left 2 Missiles

What does the acronym AFCC stand for?

Avenger Fire Control Computer

When conducting the BIT, how many components/systems are checked?

9

Which component is used to test and prepare the Avenger for firing?

CDT or TC

What is the approximate maximum effective range for the M3P .50 caliber machine gun?

1850 meters

What does the OPERATE MODE TRACK switch indicate if the light is green?

FLIR Auto track

What is the optimum rate of fire for the M3P .50 caliber machine gun?

1025 rpm

If the MISSILE STATUS PRESENT light goes off (umbilical drops) or stays on (umbilical doesn’t drop) and the selected missile does not leave the launch tube, this would indicate __?

Misfire

When will manual range estimating procedures be necessary?

LRF inoperable, fire permit symbol is not present

What parts of the machine gun will you not lubricate?

Anything that touches ammunition

If the fire permit symbol is not present after 2 seconds, what should you use?

Manual range estimation and continue engagement

What is the function of the FLIR’s RAIN mode?

Used in deteriorated conditions (rain, fog, snow) and decreases FOV in WFOV by 50%.

What is the maximum range for the M3P .50 caliber machine gun?

6,500 meters/7000 yards

What gas does the Stinger missile exhaust contain that may cause eye and throat irritation?

Hydrogen Chloride

How long after powering down the FU must the Gunner wait before exiting the turret in the event of a hangfire/misfire?

10 minutes

What is the Technical Manual that covers PMCS for the STC Avenger for FY 2020 and beyond?

TM 9-1430-1433-10

What is the maximum allowable drift in azimuth and elevation?

No more than 1 degree every 4 seconds

Which switch on the hand station is used to enable missile auto-track if AUTO mode is selected on the Gunner’s console?

Right thumb switch

What is the maximum and minimum shoulder firing angle for the Stinger weapon?

10 degrees minimum and 65 degrees maximum

If a hangfire occurs, what distance should personnel other than the Gunner evacuate?

670 ft/7000 yds/204 meters

What are the four parts of the Stinger Missile?

Guidance Section, warhead, flight motor, and launch motor

What does the term 'IFF' stand for?

Identify friend or foe

What should you do if you receive an unknown response from the Avenger?

Rapid beep

What should you do if you do not receive an RSO symbol display on your FLIR monitor in ENGAGE mode?

W32 Shorting plug is missing or damaged

What percentage of humidity indicates the round is Not Fully Mission Capable?

Less than 50% Blue