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WorksheetsRAPIDS Series 8: JDAMs
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 20mins
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
You are tasked with planning a deliberate strike on a small warehouse containing an enemy C2 structure. The Commander wants to use 2,000 lbs GBU 31 JDAM with a BLU 109 Penetrator to "send a message". The ATO notes multiple upcoming bunkers and hardened targets scheduled for engagements in the next 24hrs. What is your recommendation?
Recommend the GBU 31 JDAM Strike
Recommend a GBU 38 JDAM and save the penetrators for hard targets
Recommend a GBU 38 JDAM and a GBU 31 JDAM to "send a message"
Recommend doubling the number of GBU 31 JDAMs to "send a message"
A JDAM kit has been placed on this 2,000 lbs BLU 109 Penetrator. What is the name of this weapon?
GBU 31 JDAM
GBU 10 PAVEWAY II
GBU 54 LJDAM
GBU 24 PAVEWAY III
This 500 lb version of the Joint Direct Attack Munition has been fitted with a DSU-38/B Laser seeker in addition to its GPS/ INS guidance kit. It is an autonomous, all-weather attack weapon for use against fixed and moving targets. What is the name of this Guided Bomb Unit?
GBU 59 STORMBREAKER
GBU 12 PAVEWAY II
GBU 54 LJDAM
GBU 38 JDAM
True or False:
The GBU 54 LJDAM is an all weather weapon for strikes against fixed and mobile targets?
True
False
What is the name of this laser seeker on this GBU 54 LJDAM?
DSU-38/B
PAVEWAY II
IIR Seeker
VIPER STRIKE
JDAMs can use GPS / INS to autonomously locate and strike targets. How would you describe a JDAM using GPS to locate a target?
GPS / INS uses heat signatures to locate targets
Uses "man in the loop" to steer JDAM to target
Uses programed coordinates from the Global Navigation Satellite System
Uses RADAR returns to triangulate the target
JDAMs can use GPS / INS to autonomously locate and strike targets. How would you describe a JDAM using INS to locate a target?
The system captures direction and speed of movement to calculate the location once released from aircraft
The Global Navigation Satellite System pre-programed coordinates
ELINT returns to triangulate precise location
The system which measures heat signatures off a target
What are the limits of JDAMs in a GPS denied environment?
Will require PAVEWAY II kits
Will be less accurate without GPS
Will need to be air busted to ensure greatest probability of success
Will still be able to operate as normal
This 5,000 lb penetrator warhead combined with a JDAM guidance kit is slotted to replace the GBU 28. What is the name of this weapon?
GBU 38 JDAM
GBU 54 LJDAM
GBU 16 JDAM
GBU 72 JDAM
This BLU 138 is a 5,000 lb advanced penetrator used to neutralize hard targets. It is the primary munition for which JDAM class weapon below?
GBU 54 LJDAM
GBU 72 JDAM
GBU 38 JDAM
GBU 31 JDAM
