RAPIDS Series 8: JDAMs

This tail kit converts unguided, free fall dumb bombs into accurate, all weather "smart" Guided Bomb Units (GBU) able to precisely locate targets using GPS /INS guidance. What is the name of this tail kit?

• PAVEWAY II

• PAVEWAY III

• IIR SEEKER

• Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM)

This 2,000 lbs MK84 has been modified with a JDAM tail kit. It is now a "smart bomb" using GPS / INS to accurately locate its target. What is the name of this weapon?

• GBU 31 JDAM

• GBU 38 JDAM

• GBU 54 LJDAM

• GBU 32 JDAM

You are tasked with planning a strike against multiple deliberate targets in an urban area. The Commander is concerned about risk to non-combatants. What benefits do JDAMs offer to decrease risk?

• All weather weapon that uses Laser Guided Sensors

• All weather weapon using GPS/INS navigation for a tight CEP

• All weather weapon with small warhead for low collateral damage

• All weather weapon for use in remote areas only

This Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) tail kit has been added to this 1,000 lbs MK83 bomb. What is the name of this weapon?

• GBU 38 JDAM

• GBU 54 LJDAM

• GBU 31 JDAM

• GBU 32 JDAM

Formally known as the GBU 35, the Navy uses the1,000lbs BLU-110/B warhead in this JDAM. The BLU-110/B is externally identical to the MK 83,but uses the PBXN-109 explosive and has an external protective coating. What is the name of this weapon?

• GBU 16 PAVEWAY II

• MK84

• GBU 54 LJDAM

• GBU 32 (V) B

You are tasked with weaponeering a strike against a multistory office building (100 ft x 100 ft x 20 ft). N2 provides GPS coordinates and indicates the structure is a mix of wood and light masonry construction. There are no major collateral objects near the target. The Gunner has the following weapons list in the magazine. What would be the most appropriate weapon recommended for this strike?

• GBU 32 JDAM

• BLU 109 Penetrator

• CBU 104 GATOR WMCD

• AGM 176 GRIFFIN

In the 1990s, the US military sought to develop a GPS / INS guided bomb to enable precise, autonomous strikes against targets. Some today even incorporate Laser seekers! What is the name of this guidance system?

• PAVEWAY II

• PAVEWAY III

• Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM)

• SLAM ER

What is the name of this 500 lbs, coordinate seeking, precision guided munition?

• GBU 31 JDAM

• GBU 32 JDAM

• GBU 38 JDAM

• GBU 72 JDAM

This 500 lbs GBU 38 JDAM can be built with which bombs below?

• MK83 and BLU 111 / 126

• MK82 and BLU 111 / 126

• SDB I and SDB II

• MK 84 and BLU 109 Penetrators

True or False:

The GBU 38 JDAM is the ideal weapon to use in a GPS denied environment because it uses laser guided Paveway II to correct flight paths if disrupted

• True

• False