Who is responsible for monitoring, evaluating and engaging targets, monitoring status of FP equipment and controlling equipment?

• A. Operator
• B. Commander
• C. Maintenance crew
• D. TCA

Answer: (D)

The main idea is identifying who handles the end-to-end targeting and fire control process. The TCA is the role charged with watching and evaluating targets, deciding when to engage, and guiding the engagement through to firing, while also tracking the status of FP equipment and controlling the system. This position integrates target data, weapon readiness, and control signals to execute engagements, ensuring the fire control loop operates smoothly. The operator executes the firing under direction, the commander provides higher-level direction, and the maintenance crew fixes gear, but none of them hold the full responsibility for both targeting decisions and real-time equipment control.