EVALUATION OF LWL SMOKE TARGET MARKER.
Abstract
The purpose for the evaluation was to determine if the LWL Smoke Target Marker would provide a satisfactory mark in jungles, in flooded rice paddies, in water and on dry land. The LWL Smoke Target consisted of three AN-M8 white smoke grenades mounted in two concentric cylinders with an airspace between the cylinders providing a flotation capability. The test item was utilized by US Army aviation units and by a VNAF reconnaissance squadron. It was used on normal combat operations under varying terrain, weather and operational conditions. Completed questionnaires were obtained from using units and additional data gathered by interview and discussion with using personnel The LWL Smoke Target Marker produced an effective mark on varying types of terrain found in Vietnam. It was used primarily as a landing zone marker for airmobile operations, as its size and weight precluded use as a marker for random sources of ground fire encountered by aircraft during operations. A dispenser, mounted externally to the aircraft, was determined to be desirable and a design suggested to LWL. Based on comments of using unit, the U.S. Army Support Command -- Vietnam requested that the markers be procured for operational employment in Vietnam. Action on this request is pending. It was determined that the LWL Marker did provide a means of marking that heretofore has not been available to operational units. The combat effectiveness and efficienty of airmobile operations is improved by use of this type marker. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1965
- Accession Number
- AD0467837
Entities
People
- William E. Crouch Jr.