PMI Flashcards on Marksmanship

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What publication covers rifle marksmanship?

Fm 3-22.9

What does a COG stand for?

Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight

What are the 2 primary components of a marksmanship training strategy?

Initial and sustainment training

What does PMI stand for?

Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction Signup and view all the answers

What are the five key elements to maintain a good unit marksmanship program?

Training of trainers, refresher training, EST, sustainment, and remedial training Signup and view all the answers

What are perishable skills?

General marksmanship knowledge and weapon proficiency Signup and view all the answers

What are the 5 phases of rifle marksmanship training?

Basic Rifle PMI, Basic Rifle Down Range Feedback, Basic Rifle Field Firing, Advanced Rifle Marksmanship, Advanced Optic Laser and Iron Sights Signup and view all the answers

What is grouping?

Firing tight shot groups and consistently placing groups in the same location Signup and view all the answers

What is zeroing?

Zeroing aligns the sights of the weapon with the weapon's barrel Signup and view all the answers

What does ARM stand for?

Advanced Rifle Marksmanship Signup and view all the answers

What attributes must the unit trainers have to develop a good unit marksmanship program?

Knowledge, patience, understanding, consideration, respect, encouragement Signup and view all the answers

How many phases are there for the Train the Trainer program?

4 Signup and view all the answers

What does a refresher training program prevent?

Prevents soldiers from becoming frustrated and losing confidence; it also conserves ammunition and training time Signup and view all the answers

What does EST 2000 stand for?

Engagement Skills Trainer Signup and view all the answers

What does LFX stand for?

Live Fire Exercise Signup and view all the answers

Describe the M16/M4 series weapons.

Magazine fed, gas operated, air cooled, shoulder fired 5.56 mm weapons Signup and view all the answers

What is the weight of an M4 with a 30 round magazine?

7.5 lbs Signup and view all the answers

What is the max range of an M16/M4?

3600 meters Signup and view all the answers

How do you battle sight zero the M4 series weapons?

Turn the until it is flush with the carrying handle and the 6/3 marking is lined with the carrying handle Signup and view all the answers

When is it necessary to mechanical zero a weapon?

When the zero is questionable, the weapon is newly assigned, or the sights have been serviced Signup and view all the answers

What is the M88 CCO?

A reflex sight that is designed for the two eyes open method Signup and view all the answers

What is stoppage?

A failure of an automatic weapon to complete a cycle of operations Signup and view all the answers

What should soldiers apply to stoppage?

Immediate or remedial action to clear the stoppage Signup and view all the answers

What is immediate action?

Quickly applying a possible correction to reduce a stoppage without performing troubleshooting procedures Signup and view all the answers

What key word is used to apply immediate action?

Sports Signup and view all the answers

What are the actions for sports?

Slap, pull, observe, release, tap, squeeze Signup and view all the answers

What is remedial action?

Determine a cause of stoppage and attempt to clear it Signup and view all the answers

Steps for remedial action?

Try to place the weapon on safe, remove the mag, lock the bolt to rear, place weapon on safe Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of malfunctions?

Failure to feed, fire, extract, and eject Signup and view all the answers

What are the 8 cycles of functioning for the M16/M4?

Feeding, chambering, locking, firing, unlocking, extracting, ejecting, cocking Signup and view all the answers

What are the three modes of fire for the M16/M4?

Semi-automatic, burst Signup and view all the answers

What are the fundamentals of firing?

Steady position, aiming, breathing, and trigger squeeze Signup and view all the answers

What are three authorized reasons for alibi firing during practice fire?

Malfunction of the weapon, malfunction of the target, faulty ammunition Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum qualification standard for record fire?

23 out of 40 Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 positions?

<ol> <li>Prone supported (20 rounds), 2. Prone unsupported (10 rounds), 3. Kneeling (10 rounds)</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What are the qualification standards?

Expert 36-40, Sharpshooter 30-35, Marksmanship 23-29 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Rifle Marksmanship Overview

FM 3-22.9 is the publication that covers rifle marksmanship.
Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight (COG) enhances aiming accuracy.

Marksmanship Training

Two primary components of marksmanship training strategy: initial training and sustainment training.
Preliminary Marksmanship Instruction (PMI) refers to essential training before weapon use.
Key elements to maintain an effective unit marksmanship program include training of trainers, refresher training, effective sustainment, and remedial training.
Perishable skills pertain to the general knowledge and proficiency required for marksmanship.

Phases of Marksmanship Training

The five phases of rifle marksmanship training are:
- Basic rifle PMI
- Basic rifle downrange feedback
- Basic rifle field firing
- Advanced rifle marksmanship
- Advanced optic, laser, and iron sights training

Key Marksmanship Terms

Grouping is characterized by tightly fired shot groups in a consistent location.
Zeroing adjusts the weapon's sights to align with the barrel.

Equipment and Specifications

Advanced Rifle Marksmanship (ARM) focuses on proficient shooting techniques.
M16/M4 series weapons are magazine-fed, gas-operated, air-cooled, and shoulder-fired, chambered for 5.56mm ammunition.
Weight of the M4 with a 30-round magazine is 7.5 lbs.
Maximum range of M16/M4 is 3600 meters.

Zeroing Techniques

Battle sight zero is achieved by aligning the sight to a flush position with the carrying handle, using the 6/3 marking.
Mechanical zeroing is necessary if the zero is questionable, when the weapon is newly assigned, or after sight servicing.

Stoppage and Malfunction Response

Stoppage refers to the failure of an automatic weapon to complete a cycle of operations.
Soldiers must take immediate or remedial action to clear stoppages.
Immediate action is a quick response to reduce stoppage without troubleshooting.
The key term for applying immediate action is "SPORTS" (Slap, Pull, Observe, Release, Tap, Squeeze).
Remedial action involves diagnosing the cause of a stoppage and attempting to clear it.

Types and Cycles of Malfunction

Types of malfunctions include failures to feed, fire, extract, and eject.
The eight cycles of functioning for the M16/M4 include feeding, chambering, locking, firing, unlocking, extracting, ejecting, and cocking.

Firing Modes and Fundamentals

M16/M4 can operate in three modes of fire: semi-automatic and burst.
Fundamentals of firing focus on a steady position, aiming, breathing control, and trigger squeeze.

Qualification Standards

Authorized reasons for alibi firing include weapon malfunction, target malfunction, and faulty ammunition.
Minimum qualification standard for record fire is 23 out of 40.
Qualification standards:
- Expert: 36-40
- Sharpshooter: 30-35
- Marksmanship: 23-29
Three shooting positions for qualification include:
- Prone supported (20 rounds)
- Prone unsupported (10 rounds)
- Kneeling (10 rounds)

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Test your knowledge on rifle marksmanship with these flashcards focused on preliminary marksmanship instruction (PMI). Each card provides crucial concepts and definitions related to marksmanship training strategies. Perfect for military training and enthusiasts alike!