AIR FORCE TACTICAL COMMUNICATIONS:
2025/2026, WITH CORRECT/ACCURATE
ANSWERS
An internal assessment designed to test an airman's proficiency in
standardized radio operation, message handling, and communication
security procedures
KEY EXAM TOPICS
Prowords and Prosigns
Phonetic Alphabet and Numerals
Message Format and Precedence
Radio Operating Procedures
Communication Security (COMSEC)
Nomenclature and Equipment
AIR FORCE TACTICAL COMMUNICATIONS
When you first turn on the AN/PRC-163, what will happen? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS--The radio will perform a self-test
The multiband, handheld radio______ (PA) is used for both the vehicle or
base the vehicle or base the vehicle or base station radio systems. -
CORRECT-ANSWERS--Power Amplifier
Which proword states you have finished transmitting and no response is
needed? - CORRECT-ANSWERS--Out
Programming a channel begins by pressing the numeric _________button -
CORRECT-ANSWERS--8 PGM
, The repeater receives radio signal, and_______ it at a higher power to
cover a greater distance. - CORRECT-ANSWERS--re-transmits
After assembling the antenna and mast, what position should the mask be
extended near the ground? - CORRECT-ANSWERS--Horizontal
The keypad has several alphanumeric keys with alternate functions when
the receiver/transmitter is set to the________ position. - CORRECT-
ANSWERS—F >>> The keypad has several alphanumeric keys with
alternate functions when the receiver/transmitter is set to the F (Function)
position or when the ALT (Alternate) key is pressed and held.
The exact term depends on the specific radio model (e.g., PRC-148, PRC-
152, various commercial ham radios). Generally, a dedicated button
labeled F or ALT (or in some cases FN or FCTN) acts as a modifier key,
similar to the "Shift" key on a keyboard.
The external controls and features located on the front of the AN/PRC-
152A receiver/transmitter, consist of a _____, liquid crystal display(LCD)
and a 15 - button keypad - CORRECT-ANSWERS--Speaker/Microphone
How many antennas does the AN/PRC-152A Multiband radio handset unit
consist of? - CORRECT-ANSWERS--2
When you program a new secure channel or use an existing channel the
______ will be used to select an encryption key from the radios memory. -
CORRECT-ANSWERS--Simple Key Loader (SKL)
What does a radio communication precedence indicate when
communicating a message? - CORRECT-ANSWERS--Level of Urgency
2025/2026, WITH CORRECT/ACCURATE
ANSWERS
An internal assessment designed to test an airman's proficiency in
standardized radio operation, message handling, and communication
security procedures
KEY EXAM TOPICS
Prowords and Prosigns
Phonetic Alphabet and Numerals
Message Format and Precedence
Radio Operating Procedures
Communication Security (COMSEC)
Nomenclature and Equipment
AIR FORCE TACTICAL COMMUNICATIONS
When you first turn on the AN/PRC-163, what will happen? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS--The radio will perform a self-test
The multiband, handheld radio______ (PA) is used for both the vehicle or
base the vehicle or base the vehicle or base station radio systems. -
CORRECT-ANSWERS--Power Amplifier
Which proword states you have finished transmitting and no response is
needed? - CORRECT-ANSWERS--Out
Programming a channel begins by pressing the numeric _________button -
CORRECT-ANSWERS--8 PGM
, The repeater receives radio signal, and_______ it at a higher power to
cover a greater distance. - CORRECT-ANSWERS--re-transmits
After assembling the antenna and mast, what position should the mask be
extended near the ground? - CORRECT-ANSWERS--Horizontal
The keypad has several alphanumeric keys with alternate functions when
the receiver/transmitter is set to the________ position. - CORRECT-
ANSWERS—F >>> The keypad has several alphanumeric keys with
alternate functions when the receiver/transmitter is set to the F (Function)
position or when the ALT (Alternate) key is pressed and held.
The exact term depends on the specific radio model (e.g., PRC-148, PRC-
152, various commercial ham radios). Generally, a dedicated button
labeled F or ALT (or in some cases FN or FCTN) acts as a modifier key,
similar to the "Shift" key on a keyboard.
The external controls and features located on the front of the AN/PRC-
152A receiver/transmitter, consist of a _____, liquid crystal display(LCD)
and a 15 - button keypad - CORRECT-ANSWERS--Speaker/Microphone
How many antennas does the AN/PRC-152A Multiband radio handset unit
consist of? - CORRECT-ANSWERS--2
When you program a new secure channel or use an existing channel the
______ will be used to select an encryption key from the radios memory. -
CORRECT-ANSWERS--Simple Key Loader (SKL)
What does a radio communication precedence indicate when
communicating a message? - CORRECT-ANSWERS--Level of Urgency
