Cessna fixed wing spotters, Sioux helicopters and RAAF squadrons in aerial warfare. Vietnam, 1967

The video discusses the roles and capabilities of Australian supportive aircraft, including Cessna planes and helicopters, in military operations. It highlights their functions in reconnaissance, artillery spotting, and target engagement. The video also covers the use of helicopters for target indication and infantry support, emphasizing the importance of accuracy and coordination in aerial assaults.

What is one of the key roles of Australian aircraft as mentioned in the video?

• Commercial cargo delivery

• Passenger travel

• Transporting heavy machinery

• Reconnaissance and artillery spotting

What special capability do Cessna aircraft have for operations?

• Vertical takeoff

• Supersonic speed

• Flying at night and in bad weather

• Underwater navigation

What is the primary function of army pilots in relation to artillery?

• Repairing artillery

• Transporting artillery

• Manufacturing artillery

• Spotting artillery targets

What is the role of helicopter gunships in military operations?

• Supporting infantry with direct radio link

• Conducting reconnaissance missions

• Providing aerial photography

• Transporting medical supplies

How do pilots indicate targets for strike aircraft?

• Firing flares

• Using GPS coordinates

• Dropping canisters with white smoke

• Using laser pointers