NS1 Test Bank: NS1-U4C2 - Naval Aviation

Front

What 1942 World War II battle marked a turning point in naval aviation when aircraft launched from carriers met in battle for the first time?

Back

Battle of the Coral Sea

Front

The 7 December 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor demonstrated the effectiveness of what history-making strategy?

Back

Long-range carrier-based air strikes

Front

In 1954, what new type of catapult was able to propel planes from aircraft carrier decks to a speed of 150 miles per hour in two seconds?

Back

Steam

Front

What capability did the angled flight deck give aircraft carriers?

Back

Launching and recovering aircraft at the same time

Front

What decade began a new era in naval aviation with the introduction of nuclear power to aircraft carriers?

Back

1960s

Front

What was Eugene Elys' major achievement?

Back

Piloting the first successful takeoff from a ship

Front

What was the name of the US Navy's first aircraft carrier?

Back

USS Langley

Front

In what war was the versatility of helicopters first put to widespread use?

Back

Korean War

Front

What is the mission of the T-45A Goshawk?

Back

Trainer

Front

The designation of EA-6 indicates that the aircraft was modified for what new mission?

Back

Special electronic installation