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101.1
Describe the physical characteristics of a P-3 Aircraft
ASW/ASUW Lockheed aircraft.
Height: 34'3"
Length: 116'10"
Wingspan: 99'8"
Max weight (takeoff): 135,000 lbs.
Speed - 411 knots max, 328 cruise
Ceiling: 28,300 ft.
Range: 2,380NM
Crew: 11
Armament: 20,000 lbs
101.2
Describe all-weather capabilities of the P-3 aricraft
De-ice/Anti-ice components
Mission Commander
Responsible for all phases of the mission, except flight safety. Direct a coordinated plan of action and be responsible for the effectiveness of the flight.
Patrol Plane Commander
Responsible for teh effectiveness of the aircraft and crew for all matters affecting safety of flight. Coordinate ASW tactics with the TACCO and position the aircraft to effectively accomplish the mission.
Patrol Plane Pilot
Assist the PPC in preparing the crew for flight.
Patrol Plane Copilot
Act as relief for the PPC or PPP during extended flight operations. Assist the PPC in mission preparation.
Flight Engineer
computer take-off data, during flight monitor TC radio transmissions, backup pilots on altitude assignments, and watch for conflicting aircraft.
TACCO
employ appropriate tactics and procedures to most effectively carry out the mission of the aircraft and the crew.
As senior navigator, also responsible for ensuring safe and accurate navigation of the aircraft.
NAV/COMM
maintain an accurate record of present and past positions, insert navigation fly-to points, update the geographic position, transmit position reports, maintain an accurate record of the flight.
SS1/SS2
Detect, classify, and report sonobuoy contact data. Also ensure that audio information is recorded for mission reconstruction.
SS3
Support the mission using RADAR, ESM, MAD, IRDS, & IFF as directed by the TACCO
SOFRO
provide weather, terrain, and aircraft avoidance using RADAR and IFF systems. Not qualified to perform tactical duties.
IFT
Responsible for preflight checks on the data processing system and for inflight repair of most equipment.
Observer
perform basic safety-of-flight duties. No qualified to fill a primary tactical position.
101.4
State the maximum number of ditching stations.
23 (with the exception of Update III models, in which 16 & 17 are deleted, leaving 21 ditching stations.)
101.5
State the purpose of engine loiter operations.
Provide a reduction in fuel consumption, allowing the aircraft to remain on-station longer. 1,000 min. ft. elevation is required.
101.6
Descrive the general arrangement of the P-3 aircraft, as stated in NATOPS.
Pressurized fuselage from forward bulkhead of the flight station to the aft bulkhead in the cabin. Four emergency exits: one overhead in the flight station, one just aft of the pilot side windshield panel, and one over each wing. Lavatory and galley are located in the aft fuselage.
Define RADAR
Radio Detection and Ranging.
The P-3 is equipped with either the APS-115 or the APS-137. Some have the APG-66 (counter drug upgrade)
Define IFF.
Identification Friend or Foe. There are five IFF modes: Modes 1&2 are used exclusively by the military for identification. Mode 3/A is used by both civil and military air traffic control stations, Mode 3C is used to report the aircraft's altitude to an air traffic control station and Mode 4 is a military encrypted code which is classified.
Define ADF.
Automatic Directon Finer. Low frequency ADF is used for routine point-to-point radio navigation. The receiver converts ground radio beacons or commercial broadcasts into bearings for the HSI (Horizontal Situation Indicator) displays. *Can also be used in SAR to get a point to an emergency beacon.
TACAN
Tactical Air Navigation - an airborne R/T designed to operate in conjunction with surface stations for Navigation purposes.
Define IRDS
Infrared Detection System: converts infrared radiation eminating from heat source and translates it to a black and white image.
Define MAD
Magnetic Anomaly Detection: employs a helium magnetometer that detects submarines by measureing anomalies in the earth's magnetic field.
Define ESM.
Electronic Support Measures: detects and analyzes low and high band radar signals and measure the RF, PRF, PW and bearing of the intercepted radar signal. Parametric data is recieved and recorded . It is a passive system.
Define ISAR.
Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar. A RADAR processing system that generates two-dimensional images of any selected shp target.
Define SAR.
Synthetic Aperture Radar. An airborne system that utilizes the flight path of the aircraft to simulate an extrmely large antenna or aperture electronically.
102.2
Discus the importance of the Aircraft Static Dissipation System.
Static dischargers are used on the aircraft to prevent potential static buildup on the aricraft.
102.3
State the purpose of the P-3 Electrical Power Supply system as described in NATOPS.
Provides necessary AC and DC power for aircraft requirments. AC power furnished by 3 engine driven generators and one additional, drived by the APU. DC power is supplied by three Transformer Rectifiers which convert AC power to DC power.
103.1
State the 7 primary mission areas of MPA.
1. ASUW
2. ASW
3. C2W
4. CCC
5. INT
6. MIW
7. MOB
Describe the basic purpose of
Instrument Training
Provides proficienty traning for pilots and NFO's in radio communications/navigation procedures. Necessary for IFR type flights and IMC flight conditions.
Describe the basic purpose of
Dedicated Field Work
provides pilots the opportunity to enhance their piloting skills in all phases of flight. All pilots should complte one DFW per month with 6 landings, on night DFW per quarter with a min. of 6 landings, and one IDFW per quarter that includes two and three engine and no flap landings.
Describe the basic purpose of
NATOPS Instrument eval
Administered to Pilots and NFO's. NFO's only have to take a written exam while pilots take a written and flight evaluation. It tests the ability to flight an instrument approach and interpret / use flight publications.
Describe the basic purpose of
Airways Training
Provides proficiency training in flights filed under IFR flight plans and conducted along ATC controlled flight routes.
103.3 Describe the basic purpose of the following common flights related to Aircrew operational proficiency: Crew Training
Training to achieve a higher degree of tactical effectiveness through crew coordination.
103.3 Describe the basic purpose of the following common flights related to Aircrew operational proficiency: NATOPS Eval Flights
Training to evaulate the proficiency of a crewmember for a specific position.
104.1 Describe the purpose of
Search Stores
Sonobuoys (active and passive)
104.1 Describe the purpose of Kill Stores
Torpedoes, mines, bombs, rockets and guided missles.
104.2 Define the following acronyms associated with ordnance: AGM
Air to ground missle. AGM-84D Harpoon (up to 6 can be carried externally) AGM 65F Maverick (up to 4 can be carried) and AGM-84ESLAM Missles (4 max)
104.2 Define the following acronyms associated with ordnance: ATM
Air Launched Training Missle
104.2 Define the following acronyms associated with ordnance: CATM
Captive Air Training Missle: Used for pilot training in aerial target acquisition and aircraft controls/displays.
What is the purpose of the MK20 Rockeye?
Cluster bomblets for use against armored vehicles, personnel or small craft. Max: 10.
What is the purpose of the BDU-45
An inert, full scale practice bomb. Max: 10. k-82 is also known as a practice bomb.
What is the purpose of the MK-80 series?
Depth bombs, Low Drag General Purpose bombs used in majority of bombing operations where max blast and explosive effects are desired.
What types of air-laid mines are utilized by the P-3?
The P-3 can carry the following air-laid mines:

MK-52 Maximum Qty of 8

MK-56 Maxmum Qty of 6

MK-62 Maximum Qty of 10

MK-63 Maximum Qty of 8

MK-65 Maixmum Qty of 6
State the purpose of the following missle: AGM-84D Harpoon
all weather anti-ship attack weapon
State the purpose of the following missle: AGM-65F Maverick
Laser-guided, rocket propelled, air to ground missle used agains fortified ground installations, armored vehicles or surface combatants.
State the purpose of the following missle: AGM-84E SLAM
Stand-off Land Attack Missle is a cruise missle designed for use against land targets. Is similar to the Harpoon.
What two types of torpedoes are utilized by the P-3?
the MK-46 / MK-54 with a max of 2, and the MK-50 with a max of 2.
What are the three basic types of sonobouys?
Passive, active and special.
What is the purpose of a MK 64 / 84 SUS
The MK 84 SUS is a sea water activated signaling devise used to communicate witha submerged submarine during exercises.
What are the three types of deployable countermeasures?
1) Chaff - create radar decoys or confuse radar seekers.
2) Flares - to decoy heat seeking missles
3) Jammers - to interfere with or "jam" radars
What is a pyrotechnic device?
Fireworks adapted to military use: i.e. Smokes/ Flares
What are the two types of Marine Locations Markers?
Mk-25 (short burner 10-25 min.)
Mk-58 (long burner 45-55 min.)
Both are salt-water activated and can only be launched through the freefall chute.
State the purpose of the Bomb rack.
Bomb racks carry, arm and release stores. Aircraft bombs, torpedoes, mines, misile and other stores are suspended internally or externally from pylons by bomb racks.
State the purpose of a pylon.
A pylon is used to suspend launchers or bombs from the aircraft wings, fuselage or bomb bay.
State the purpose of the LAU-117 missile launcher.
It is used to mount the AGM-65F maverick missile to the P-3.
State the purpose of the SLT's.
SLTs are used to launch sonobuoys externally from the aircraft. There are 48.
State the purpose of PSLTs.
PSLTs are inside the aircraft, used to launch sonobuoys internally.
Explain IDTC
Inter-Deployment Training Cycle (IDRC). The "home cycle" during which all factors must be considered to ensure that an acceptable readiness is achieved prior to the next deployment.
Explain ORE.
Operational Readiness Evaluation. 45-60 days prior to deplyment, ORE is conducted. Four phases:
1. examinations for AW's, IFT's, and officers.
2. flight phase of at least one tactical mission per crew.
3. WST phase of at least one tactical mission per crew.
4. weapons phase consisting of a Conventional Weapons Technical Proficiency Inspection (CWTPI).
Explain TPC
Tactical Proficincy Course:
Emphasizes crew coordination, tactical awareness and in-flight standardization.
Explain MTIP.
Maintenance Training Improvement Program:
A management system which, through diagnostic testing procedures, identifies training deficiencies.
Explain AWTIP.
AW Training Improvement Program.
Written and practical assessment exam scheduled twice each IDTC.
Explain ACT
Aircrew Coordination training.
Intended to improve mission effectiveness and reduce aircraft mishaps.
Explain WST
Weapons Systems Trainer.
Formed when a 2F87(F) and 2F140(T) are operated in a coupled mod, allowing a crew to participate in a tactical exercise.
Define the difference between crew qual and crew proficiency.
CREWQUAL events are designed to demonstrate the ability of the critical crewmembes to coordinate their effors in order to effectively employ the P-3 as a weapons system.
CREWCURR events are designed to ensure proficiency is maintained in those skills considered most perishable.
xplain the purpose of the PBFT.
Squadrons Planning Board for Training.
Coordinate among all departments training, based on aircraft availability, and known operational and training commitments.
State the highest and lowest levels of readiness.
T-4 lowest - NOT combat ready.
T-1 highest - highest degree of overall training and combat readiness.
Discuss the corrosion prone areas of the P-3
Along the seams of 7075-T6 aluminum alloy structures, in skin centroid areas and around cadmium plated steel fastners. Other corrosion prone areas are unpainted surfaces, rub strips, access doors and cowlin areas and crevices.
Discuss the purpose of the AFCS.
Designed to maintain the aircraf on any selected heading while keeping it stabilized in pitch, roll and yaw attitude. The aircraft can be made to climb, descend, or make coordinated turns by means of the pitch and turn controls.
State the type and model of the P-3 engine
Four T-56-A-14 turboprop engines.
Purpose of a constant speed propeller
Maintain a pre-selected RPM automatically.
Discuss re-fueling methods
Center-point pressure fueling, and gravity over-wing. two trucks = 600 gallons per minute. one truck + 30 gallons per minute.
Construction of the P-3?
wing consists of box beam comprising of two main spars with upper and lower surfaces of integrally stiffened skins. Ribs are provided at frequent intervals to maintain contour and stability. Fuselage is of semimonocoque construction consisting of skins, stringers, longerons and bulkheads or frames.
Descrive the type of landing gear used.
A fully retractable tricycle type gear consisting of two main gears and nose gear. Extends down and aft so in the even of hydraulic failure, gravity assisted by air loads and bungee spring, extends the gear.
Purpose of aircraft cabin pressurization and air conditioning.
Provides crew environment control and electronic equipment cooling, both in flight and on the ground. Oxygen is required above 10,000 in an unpressurized cabin. Pressure controller is in inches of mercury. can tolerate a max differential of 13.3 Hg between the outside air pressure and cabin air pressure.
Purpose of aircraft oxygen systems.
designed to supply an active flight crew of three members approx. 3.5 hours at an altitude of 25,000 ft. Seven portable oxygen bottles available at tactical stations (22 min. resting).
Unit spacific: 201: Aircraft Fundamentals:
Fuselage
Forward sectioin: flight staton
Mid Body section: the midsection of the aircraft.
Aft fuselage: Includes the tail cone.
Wings:
1. Center: Built as an integral part of the fuselage. afer structre assembl is completed the box bem is sealed to form aux fuel tanks.
2. Left/Right wing outer panel: consists of wing flaps, leading and trailing edges, wingtips, ailerons, and engine nacelles.
Center, Left and Right outer
Tail:
Horizontal stab: (longitudinal stability) where the elevators are attached.
Vertical Stability: (directional stability) where the rudder is attached.
Flight Controls/ Surfaces

Flaps
Powered by No. 1 and 2 hydraulic systems, the wings are of a lift fowler type. uses a combination of aft movement to increase the wing area and drooping movement to change the airfoil section.
Flight Controls/ Surfaces

Ailerons
Operated by a lateral side to side movement of the control stick or turning motion of the wheel on the yoke. (ROLL)
Flight Controls/ Surfaces

Rudder
Used to move the aircraft on the vertical axis. right and left rudder pedal. (YAW)
Flight Controls/ Surfaces

Elevators
Raising the elevators causes the aircraft to climb. Lowering causes it to dive or descend. (PITCH)
Flight Controls/ Surfaces

Trim Tabs
Small recessed airfoils in the trailing edge of a primary control surface. Used to neutralize any unbalanced condition that might exist during flight, without exerting and pressure on the control stick or rudder pedals.
Landing Gear
comprises of two main gear and nose gear. Designed so that the weight of the aircraft on the gear keeps it down and locked.
Struts:
Absorb the shock that would otherwise be sustained by the aircraft structure during takeoff, taxiing and landing.
Brakes
Four multiple disc brake assemblies, one for each main gear wheel.
Wheels:
36 ply tires, wheels are made from either aluminum or magnesium alloy.
Hydraulics:
Two independent 3,000 psi hydraulic power systems operate hydraulic equipment on the aircraft.
Hydraulic Pumps:
Three electrically driven pumps with variable displacement. Maximum usable output of 8 gm, 2 gpm ar tapped off the pump and used for motor cooling. Low psi: 1800.
Hydraulic Reservoirs:
System No. 1 is powered by two AC motor pumps, each of which is capable of operating all the hydraulic units in the aircraft. Max. of 5.6 gallons w/ and empty brake accumulator or gallons w/ a fully charged accumulator.
System 2 is powered by one AC motor pump and fluid is supplied from a 1 gallon reservoir. Used to assist in operation of thewing flaps, bomb bay doors, ailerons, rudder, and elevators booster units, all of which receive pressure from both systems.
Hydraulic Booster Assemblies:
Designed so that the pilot has a normal feel of control forces when hydraulic pressure is available to the booster cylinders.
Hydraulic Actuators:
Transforms hydraulic fluid pressure into mechanical force, which performs work.
Airframe Components:

Forward Radome
Conical shaped fiberglass structure. weighs 150 lbs. Houses the forward radar antenna, ESM components, IFF components, and two sensors for MWS.
Airframe Components:

Aft Radome
Fiberglass structure used to house the aft radar antenna, the MAD equipment and two sensors for MWS.
Airframe Components:

Bomb Bay
Located under the belly of the aircraft aft of the nose gear. Used to transport weapons and cargo.
Cabin Pressurization System

Engine Driver Compressors (EDC)
The normal mode of operation of the air conditioning and pressurization system employs two engine driven compressors mounted on engine No.2 and 3. Heated, compressed air from the EDCis ducted through two-air cycle cooling units in the nose wheel well and then into the flight station and cabin. Air is drawn through the aircraft by the cabin exhaust fan and ducted overboard through the outflow valve, which controls pressurization.
Cabin Pressurization System

Cabin Exhaust Fan
Used to draw cabin air through the electronics compartment. *Must be operating to allow power applications to the SASP.
Cabin Pressurization System

Out Valve
Used to draw in air and duct it overboard to control pressurization
High Rate of Discharge Bottles

Fire Extinguishing System
Two independent, electrically controlled HRD fire systems.. one for each side of the aircraft. Bromotrifluoromethane is discharged into all three zones of the engine selected.
High Rate of Discharge Bottles

Auxiliary Power Unit
discharged manually from the flight station.
At a temp of 400 degress F the warning light will glow, flight station and cabin warning horns sound and APU shuts down. When the exhaust doors close, the agent automatically discharges.
Describe the aircraft foul weather system:

Ice Detectors
Ice control systems use engine bleed air from the 14th stage of the compressor are used to de-ice the wings and anti-ice the engine air scoop, compressor inlet, and torque meter shroud assembly. Electrical heating circuits anti-ice and/or de-ice the props, empennage, instrument probes, windshields and side windows. Anti-ice (prevents ice formation.) De-ice (removes ice build-up.)
Describe the aircraft foul weather system:

AOA Heat
a thermostatically controlled probe heater prevents ice formation on the AOA probe.
Describe the foul weather system:

Prop De-Ice
Electric heatin elements used to anti-ice and de-ice the propellers. applied to the front spinners of all four props when the system is turned on.
Describe the foul weather system:

Wing De-ice
14th stage bleed air is used to remove ice from the wings leading edge. It is blown through a manifold that runs parallel to the wing leading edge. Then enters one of six ejector assemblies.
Describe the foul weather system:

EMP De-ice
Portions of the horizontal and vertical stab leading edges are electrically heated in a system that simultaneously anti-ices a series of parting stripswile momentary heating power is applied sequentially to deice 20 cycling strips. A two-speed timer motor controls the sequencing of power to the cycling strips. A thermal sensor relay automaticlly turns the system off if an overhead condition is detected.
Describe the foul weather system:

Windsheild Heating
Electrially heated to preven icing. pilot and co-pilot systems, essentially the same... co-pilot does center and starboard panel. Pilot side does portside panel only.
Describe the foul weather system:

Windshield Wipers
Two-speed selection, controlled individually by pilot and co-pilot.
Describe the foul weather system:

Pitot Heat
Two pitot tubes are mounted symmetrically on either side of the fuselage; anti-iced by an integral heating element.
Discuss the three methods that generate air conditioning.
EDC's
Ambient Air
Air Multiplier
What is the normal operating pressure for the hydraulic system?
3,000 psi.
What are the safety precautions pertaining to opening the forward and aft radome?
The Forward and Aft radomes shall not be opened when winds are gusting or when wind velocities exceed 20 knots.
What effect does HRD extinguishing agents have on personnel?
Triflurobromothane is fluorinated hydrobarbon. The most common extinguishing agent used in aircraft fire extinguishing systems. More efficient thatn Co2 and under normal atmospheric pressure and temperature it is colorless, odorless and tasteless gas. Exists in liquid only when contained under pressure.
****Although not toxic, dangers of suffocation do exist. It, like CO2 replaces oxygen when breathed.****
Engine:

Power Section
Consists of an axial-flow compressor, a combustion chamber, a multi-statge turbine, and an exhaust section. Last two stages of the turbine are used to drive the prop, using the torque-meter assembly and the reduction gearbox assembly.
Engine:

Torque Meter
Electronically measures the torsional defection (twist). Twist occurs in the power-transmitting shaft that connects the power section to the reduction gear assembly. Recorded as horsepower.
Engine:

Reduction Gear System
reduces the engine rpm w/in effective range for the propeller.
Propeller Blades
four Hamilton Standard 54H60-77 propeller consists of two principle sections. Rotatiing section contains the blades, hub, spinner, adn the dome that houses the pitch-changing mechanism. The non-rotating section contains an oil resevoir, pressure and scavenger pump, the governor, and control mechanism.
Auxiliary Power Unit
APU is made up of a turbine compressor driving a generator that is identical to the engine driven generators. The gas tubine compressor is a two-stage centrifugal compressor and a single-stage inward flow radial turbine. Air bled fromt he compressor is used for engine starting, ground A/C or for bomb bay heating. The APU can be operated in flight for electrical use, but bleed air is not available.
Describe the Component of the Fuel System:

Fuel Cells
Four integral wing tanks and an aux tank (tank 5) carry fuel supply for the engines. Tank 5 consists of a bladder-type fuselage tank connected to an integral center section tank. All tanks are automatically protected over positive and negative pressure during fueling, transfer and de-fueling.
Describe the Component of the Fuel System:

Vents
The tanks are vented by float-type vent valves, located one in each wing tank and one in each cell of tank 5; prevents over pressurization and overflow or siphoning during maneuvering.
Describe the Component of the Fuel System:

Fuel Boost Pumps
the bladder cell is equipped fuel boost pumps consisting of a scavenger section and boost section. The scavenger section routes fuel into a surge box while the boost section pumps fuel from the surge bos to the engine driven pumps. IN addition that supply fuel flow cross-feeding. Normal pressure is 15 - 30 psi. A thermal switch disconnects a transfer pump whenever the case temperature exceeds 400 degrees Farenheit.
Describe the Component of the Fuel System:

Fuel Transfer Pumps
The bladder cell is equipped with two transfer pumps.
Describe the Component of the Fuel System:

Explosion suppressant Foam
AFC-517 have explosion suppressant foam installed in the four integral wing tanks. The foam is a fully reticulated fire screen designed to preven fuel tank explostions caused by tracers or high explosive incendiary rounds. Foam adheres to fuel droplets in ordert to deep the fuel cell cavity too fuel rich to support combustion.
Describe the Component of the Fuel System:

Control Panels
Enables the pressure refueling, located between the pressure fuel adapters. Also allows the pressure fueling valves to be checked before fueling begins.
What is the P-3C total fuel capacity in U.S. gallons?
9,200 gallons total.
JP-4 = 59,800 LBS @ 6.5

JP-5 =62,500 LBS @ 6.8

JP-8 = 61,640 LBS @ 6.7
How does ambient air temperature influence operation of the fuel system?
Fuel quantity indication can vary even though the aircraft is serviced with the same number of gallons of fuel. The factors that cause weight t change constant quantity are temperature and fuel density tolerances. Fuel production specifications for JP-4 and JP-5 permit a density range of +/- 0.2 pounds per U.S gallon. JP-8 fuel specifications allow a density range of +/- 0.25 pounds per U.S gallons.
How does the fuel system interface with the hydraulic system?
The #2 and #3 fuel tanks provide a means for cooling of hydraulic pumps. Minimum of 1,000 lbs of fuel is required in each tank to provide adequate hydraulic cooling.
What safety cautions need to be of note in regards to fueling?
1. Any RF transmission can cause an ignition of fuel.
2. Stop fueling immediately in the event that any wing tank or tank 5 is over filled, wing tank fuel spill from wing to vent or loud or unusual noise is accompanied by wing vibrations or aircraft deck vibrations.
Avionics / Electrical

ICS
to provide intercommunication functions for crewmembers. Pilot, co-pilot and TACCO have PA abilities, all crewmembers have radio recieving capabilities, and the Pilot, Co-pilot, TACCO and NAV/COMM have radio transmit capabilities.12 ICS boxes are available. One at each crew station, one at the aft end of the sonobuoy rack, and one in the nose wheel well.
Avionics / Electrical

UHF
Two identical ARC-143UHF transceivers are installed in the P-3 aircraft. The boxes are identical, but the wiring differences allow for different functions. UHF 1 is operated from the flight station, and is for plain voice and ciper voice. UHF 2 control box is at the NAVCOMM station and is capable of plain voice, cipher voice, teletype, data link, sonobuoy command and IACS.
Avionics / Electrical

VHF
The ARC-182 VHF/UHF radio is installed to allow communication with civilian and military agencies inteh VHF-AM and UHF bands. Read: Civilian maritime unies use VHF-AM Bands and tactical military units use VHF-FM bands. Plain voice only. Control box located on the co-pilot side ofthe center control pedestal.
Avionics / Electrical

HF
two ARC-161 HR R/T's are installed. identical radios capable of transmitting 2 to 29.9999MHz. Both control boxes are at NAVCOMM. Both are opearated independently of each other, but an interlock automatically grounds the unused radio when a mike is keyed on either HF. Capable of plain voice, Cipher voice, teletype and data link.
Navigation Equipment:

INS
Inertial Navigation System is an automatic aid to navigation. Provides accurate velocity, attitude, and heading data processing system. Overall, permits accurate weapons delivery. Must be aligned with reference to initial conditions of altitude, lat and longitude.
Navigation Equipment:

TACAN
Tactical Air Navigation: Used as the primary navigation aid for carrier based aircraft. Had an integrated distance-measuring equipment (DME).
Navigation Equipment:

GPS
Global Positioning System. World-wide all-weather positioning system accurate to 5 to 8 meters when operated with proper AS/AS crypto loaded.
Navigation Equipment:

ADF
Frequencies between 100 and 1750 KHz
Tactical Equipment:

OTPI
Enables the OTPI receiver to provide bearing to a selected sonobuoy channel.
Tactical Equipment:

Tactical Computer
real-time multipurpose digital computer, provides high processing performance, configuration options and growth capabilities.
Tactical Equipment:

RADAR
The APS115 is a radio device used to detect objects at distances much greater than visually possible. Including aircraft, ships, land areas, clouds, and storms, and provides range and bearing information.
Tactical Equipment:

IFF
An electronic system allowing a friendly craft to identify itself automatically before approaching near enough to threaten the security of other naval units.
State the function of the aircraft battery.
Provides a reserve source of electrical power for select electrical systems. During normal aircraft ops, the generator maintains the battery in a charged state.