Close air support is the dream role for most pilots. The ability to provide quick, direct, burst fire from little birds can provide excellent support for troops in contact.
REQUIREMENTS FOR LIGHT C.A.S. CERTIFICATION
(AH-6M VARIANTS)
1.) Must be able to provide accurate fire on static targets while staying mobile.
Example Targets: Checkpoints, infantry, static vehicles.
2.) Must be able to engage armed targets (.50 cals) while moving.
Example Targets : Armed checkpoints and technicals.
3.) Pilots will practice doing evasive and preemptive countermeasures to enemy AA and AAA threats.
Example: Practicing picking optimum routes to avoid AA fire while using ECM/flares to help avoid lock on.
SOAR GAMING 