Courtesies & salutes
When do you use the phrase "Attention"?
To inform soldiers that they should stand upright and be ready for a command
What does ABU stand for?
Airman Battle Uniform (used by ground personnel for work duty and for combat)
The words "spanner" and "wrench" are synonyms. True or false? What's the Spanish word?
True. "Wrench" is the American term. "Llave" in Spanish
What do I mean if I say that a tool is "handy"?
Useful or convenient
How many fuel tanks does the F-16 have?
9. 1 behind the pilot's seat; 2 centre fuselage; 3 & 4 near the aft, engine feed tank; 5 & 6 wing carry fuel tank; 3 external tanks (2 on the wings and 1 below the fuselage)
When do you use the phrase "as you were"?
To inform soldiers that they may continue doing an activity
What is the general word for "head coverings"?
Headgear
What tool should I use to make a hole?
A drill.
Where does a maintainer carry a "pouch"?
On his hip.
How many types of engines does the aircraft have? Please, mention them.
It has 2 types. General Electric & Pratt & Whitney.
How are generally the US military forces called? (the Navy, Air Force, Army, Marine Corps and Space Force)
Branches
How are enlisted personnel identified in the USAF?
Using the letter "E" + a number (1 to 9)
What tools is rubbed against a material to shape, smooth or sharpen it?
A file
To "protect" a wire in the electrical field.
To insulate.
What is the role of the afterburner in the F-16 engine?
To increase thrust.
Which is the word used in addressing a female officer under circumstances when the use of "sir" would be appropriate for a male officer?
"Madam" or "Ma'am"
What are the symbols of rank displayed on every uniform called?
Insignia
Please, give me the exact translation into Spanish of the term "adjustable plier"
(Pinza) pico de loro
What is a "hose" usually used for?
For fluids.
Please, mention the F-16 armament.
M61A1 Vulcan 20 mm cannon; AIM-9 Sidewinder Missiles; laser-guided bombs (GBU 10/12); AIM-120 AMRAAM
Which word does an officer say to end a meeting and let the rest go?
Dismissed
What does the insignia of rank consist of for officers? ( 5 items)
Bar, leaves, an eagle or stars
What does a "socket" attach to?
A ratchet (trinquete). Socket (dado o vaso)
To remove dirt with a cloth.
To wipe.
Can you describe the F-16 "multirole" capabilities?
It is designed to perform various missions including air superiority, air-ground attacks, reconnaisance and electronic warfare.