Consolidated PBY-5 Catalina

The video discusses the process of identifying and reporting hostile crafts during wartime. It explains how contact reports are generated and communicated to other planes, naval forces, and the Navy Department in Washington, ensuring effective coordination and response.

Who is mentioned as being helpful during a past war?

• A Washington official

• A naval officer

• A Hog Islander

• A local fisherman

What is the immediate action taken upon sighting hostile craft?

• Request reinforcements

• Retreat to a safe distance

• Send a contact report

• Engage in combat

What information is included in the contact report?

• Enemy's position, costs, and speed

• Weather conditions

• Location of friendly forces

• Number of enemy ships

To whom is the enemy information communicated?

• Local authorities

• Naval forces and the Navy Department

• International allies

• Civilian population

Where is the Navy Department located?

• New York

• Los Angeles

• Washington

• Chicago