CWC CONCEPT
WATCH STATIONS
MISC
MESSAGES
100

The central command authority for the entire battlegroup?

Composite Warfare Commander (CWC)

100

IDs all tracks using IFF

IDS

100

What are the Weapons Warning status

White
Yellow
Red

100

A formal request for logistical support to refuel or resupply ships while at sea, essential for maintaining operational continuity.

RASREQ

200

The CWC doctrine was primarily developed for potential combat operations against what entity?

Air Warfare Commander (W)

200

Controls Helos, directs firing of Torpedoes from Helos after receiving batteries release from TAO

ASTAC

200

what are the Weapons Status

Hold - Command wants to direct weapons
Tight- Shoot Offensively at hostile Targets
Free- shoot at any contact that isn't friendly

200

A request for logistical support needed prior to entering or exiting a port, ensuring that ships have the necessary supplies and services for their missions

LOGREQ

300

What is the battlegroup call sign for the Composite Warfare Commander (CWC)?

B

300

The primary assistant to SUWC, keeps Surface and OOD advised of hazards to navigation. Provides inputs to Surface who has weapons release authority.

Surface Warfare Supervisor (SWS)

300

IFF MODES....NAME 3

Mode 1: Transmits a 2-digit octal mission code to identify the aircraft type or specific military mission.

Mode 2: Transmits a 4-digit octal unit code or individual aircraft tail number for ground-controlled tracking.

Mode 3/A: Shares a 4-digit squawk code used jointly with civilian air traffic control.

Mode C: Reports automatic pressure altitude data alongside Mode 3.

Mode 4: Uses a legacy encrypted cryptographic code to prevent spoofing in combat.

Mode 5: The modern, highly secure cryptographic standard replacing Mode 4 with advanced data security and GPS positioning

300

Refers to operational status, which is crucial for assessing the readiness and capability of naval units during missions.

OPSAT

400

From where can the CWC best control combat operations within the battlegroup?

Carrier

400

Provides tactical control to assigned aircraft
Controls Link 4A and LINK 16 Air Control Ops

AIC

400

 9 Elements of AEGIS.... name 3

C&D
WCS
SPY-1D
VLS
ACTS
FCS
ORTS
ADS
SM-2

400

This report is used for significant events that require immediate attention from the highest levels of command, including national leadership

OPREP 3
500

The CWC doctrine was primarily developed for potential combat operations against what entity?

The former Soviet Union

500

Responsible for defense of ship, has weapons release authority and activate and deactivate operational doctrine

TAO

500

what are the IFF emergency codes

7500 - HI 5 (HIjacking)
7600 - Emergency (Comms)
7700 - General Air emergency
4X00 - Military emergency

500

This report is used to provide status updates on ongoing operations, ensuring that command is informed of current conditions and developments.

OPREP 5

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