What are the six basic core capabilities of naval aviation?
These capabilities define the operational scope and mission objectives of naval aviation.
What does HSC stand for?
Helicopter Sea Combat
HSC units are responsible for various missions including search and rescue.
What does VAQ stand for?
Tactical Electronic Warfare
VAQ squadrons focus on electronic attack and support operations.
What does VAW stand for?
Carrier Airborne Early Warning
VAW units provide early warning and surveillance capabilities.
What does VFA stand for?
Strike Fighter
VFA squadrons are equipped for both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat.
What does VP stand for?
Patrol
VP squadrons are tasked with maritime patrol and reconnaissance missions.
What does VRC stand for?
Carrier Logistics Support
VRC units are responsible for logistics and supply operations for carrier air wings.
What is TPI?
Two Person Integrity
TPI is a security measure to ensure that sensitive tasks are performed by two authorized personnel.
What is a confidential classification?
Information whose unauthorized disclosure could reasonably be expected to cause damage to national security. Color Code is Blue
This classification level is used for sensitive information that requires protection.
What is a Secret classification?
Information whose unauthorized disclosure could reasonably be expected to cause serious damage to national security. Color Code is Red
This classification level indicates a higher degree of sensitivity than confidential.
What is a Top Secret classification?
Information whose unauthorized disclosure could reasonably be expected to cause exceptionally grave damage to national security. Color Code is Orange
This is the highest level of classification, requiring stringent access controls.
What does FOUO stand for?
For Official Use Only
FOUO is a designation for unclassified information that requires protection from public disclosure.
What is the FOUO marking for?
Unclassified information that meets exemptions of the Freedom of Information Act
This marking is used to protect certain unclassified information from being released to the public.