BASIC 2 - OPS

Known as the Northern Area Cadet Forces Training and Support Unit (NACFTSU), This covers the upper half of the North Island and as far south as Tokoroa.

CENTRAL AREA

HQ – RNZAF Ohakea

Known as the Central Area Cadet Forces Training and Support Unit (CACFTSU), This covers the rest of the North Island from Taupo to Wellington

SOUTHERN AREA

HQ – Burnham Army Camp

Known as the Southern Area Cadet Forces Training and Support Unit (SACFTSU). Operating from near Christchurch, it looks after the entire South Island.

HEADQUARTERS NZCF

In addition to the 3 Area HQs there is the National HQ in Wellington known as HQNZCF.

SECTION 2 – NZCF Structure and Roles General 0.26 The New Zealand Cadet Forces operates a Command Team, supported by an HQ comprising of a mixture of NZCF and NZDF Staff Officers with roles aligned (0 – 9) to the Continental Staff System. To support Cadet Units nationally, three regional (Northern, Central and Southern) areas have been defined and are each support by a Cadet Forces Training & Support Unit (CFTSU).

Region and Location of ATC Units

Nationwide there are 52 ATC Squadrons. These are broken into their areas. Northern, Central and Southern.

In Northern there are 22 Squadrons, these are;

3 - Auckland City

4 - Papakura

5 - Rodney District

6 - North Shore City

7 - City Of Hamilton

16 - Tauranga

19 - Auckland

20 - City of Whangarei

25 - District of Kaikohe

29 - Rotorua

30 – Hobsonville

31 - Morrinsville

34 - Tokoroa

35 - Whakatane

37 - Thames

40 - Howick

43 - Waihi

44 - Paeroa

57 - Dargaville

64 - Kaitaia

65 - Kawerau

75 - Arawa

In Central there are 15 Squadrons, these are;

1 - City Of Wellington

2 - Hutt City

8 - City of New Plymouth

9 - City of Whanganui

10 - City of Palmerston North

11 - District of Hastings

13 - City of Napier

14 - City of Gisborne

21 - Masterton District

22 - City of Upper Hutt

32 - Borough of Feilding

41 - Kapi Mana

48 - District of Stratford

49 - Kapiti

Within Southern Area there are 12 squadrons.

They are;

12 - City of Invercargill

15 - Timaru

23 - Nelson

24 - Ashburton

26 - Oamaru

27 - Blenheim

28 - Gore

33 - Westport

36 - Greymouth

42 – City of Dunedin

50 – Alexandra

Unit Structure

OPS 2.2 - Ranks of the SCC & NZCC

It is important for any cadet, especially those who are looking to attend a Junior NCO Course in the future, to be able to identify the ranks of not only Cadets and Officers in the ATC, but also Cadets and Officers from the New Zealand Cadet Corps and Sea Cadet Corps.

As with the RNZAF, the majority of ATC Cadet & NCO ranks are similar to the Cadet & NCO of the NZCC, and the ATC Officer Ranks are similar to the Officer ranks of the SCC.

One major point to note is that the rank of Under Officer (UO) was discontinued with effect from (WEF) 1st January 2019. There is a small chance that cadets may encounter an UO who is awaiting the NZCF Commissioning Course.

As a reminder, Adult Cadets (cadets who are over 18 years or older), are identified by a 6mm white tape above 'CADET FORCES' on each rank slide.

NZCC Ranks.pdf

New Zealand Cadet Corps (Army Cadets)

The easiest way to differentiate NZCC Rank Slides from NZA Rank Slides is the distinct red colour of the NZCC Rank Slides.

Note: not all NZCC Units have Unit Colour Patches.

SCC Ranks.pdf

Sea Cadet Corps (Navy Cadets)

As SCC Cadets do not wear brassards, the easiest way to identify them as cadets and their unit, is their Unit Cap Tallies located on their headdress. Unlike the RNZN tallies which start with 'HMNZS', SCC cap tallies begin with 'T.S.' which stands for 'Training Ship'.

Note: as of 2019 'T.S. Rangiriri' changed it's title to 'T.S. Waikato'.

OPS 2.2 - Ranks of the Navy and Army Cadets ONLINE

OPS 2.2 - Lesson

See this doc for more content about SCC and NZCC Ranks and Kahoots to test you understanding.

OPS 2.3 - Structure of HQ NZCF - Key Roles

From time to time cadets will have direct contact with members of Headquarters New Zealand Cadet Forces (HQ NZCF) and the staff from our Northern Area Cadet Forces Training and Support Unit (NA CFTSU). This contact may be while on an NZCF activity, at a public event, or on a unit parade night.

To avoid embarrassment and ensure you can show the appropriate respect it is important that you can quickly and accurately identify key personnel in the HQ NZCF.

COMDR Andrew Law, RNZN

Comandant NZCF (COMDT)

SQNLDR Bruce Sinclair, RNZAF

Executive Officer NZCF (XO)

WGCDR Andrew Horst, NZCF

Assistant Comandant NZCF (ASST COMDT)

CDTW/O Sophia Wells

Warrant Officer Cadet Forces (WOCF)

LT Damian Bluett-Marr

Area Coordinator (Northern) (AC (N))

CDTWO1 Shane Marwood

Northern Area Warrant Officer (WONA)

SGT Connor Jensen RNZAF

ATC Area Advisor (ATCA1)

SQNLDR Nick Epsom, NZCF

Area Support Officer - Auckland South (ASO)

OPS 2.4 - Ranks of the RNZAF

It is important to know the ranks of the RNZAF to be able to recognise them, especially when on RNZAF Bases. Fortunately we follow the same rank structure as the RNZAF so there shouldn't be too much new content (until you get to the Senior Officer and Air Ranks). Remember as Cadets you should salute all commissioned officers.

Reference: http://www.airforce.mil.nz/about-us/who-we-are/rnzaf-ranks.htm

RNZAF Airman Ranks

Aircraftsman

The lowest rank held in the RNZAF. Aircraftmen do not wear any rank insignia and their rank slide is a plain blue with only 'New Zealand'.

Leading Aircraftsman

LAC

Upon completion of their trade training Aircraftsman are reclassified to Leading Aircraftsman. The rank slide is plain blue with a light blue propeller on it.

Corporal

CPL

The first NCO rank is Corporal – two light blue chevrons on a dark blue rank slide. This is the only Junior NCO rank.

Sergeant

SGT

The second NCO rank is Sergeant – three light blue chevrons on a dark blue rank slide. This is the first Senior NCO rank.

Flight Sergeant

F/S

The third NCO rank is Flight Sergeant – three light blue chevrons with a crown above them on a dark blue rank slide. This is the second Senior NCO rank.

Warrant Officer

W/O

This is the most senior NCO rank. The rank slide is a light blue and red coat of arms on a dark blue rank slide. The words Dieu et mon droit are found in the coat of arms and mean God on my right.

RNZAF NCO Aircrew also have an extra identifier on their rank slides. This is the stylised eagle above the chevrons as seen in the example above.

RNZAF Officer Ranks

Officer Cadet

OCDT

This rank is not recognised as a commissioned rank in the RNZAF, and is used only for the purposes of training.

Pilot Officer

PLTOFF

This is the lowest Commissioned Officer rank. The rank slide is a single thin braid.

Flying Officer

FGOFF

This is the second Junior Commissioned Officer rank. The rank slide is a single medium braid.

Flight Lieutenant

FLTLT

This is the last Junior Commissioned Officer rank. The rank slide is two medium braids together.

Squadron Leader

SQNLDR

This is the first senior Commissioned Officer rank. It is a thin braid between two medium braids.

Wing Commander

WGCDR

The second senior Commissioned Officer rank – three medium braids.

Group Captain

GPCAPT

The final senior commissioned officer rank is Group Captain. This rank slide is four medium braids.

Air Commodore

AIRCDRE

The first of the air ranks is Air Commodore. This rank slide is one thick braid.

Air Vice Marshall

AVM

The second of the air ranks is Air Vice-Marshall, and the rank slide is one medium braid above one thick braid.

This is the rank of the Chief of Air Force (CAF). If the Vice-Chief of Defence Force (VCDF) is from the RNZAF he/she would also be an Air-Vice Marshal.

The current CAF is: AVM Andrew Clark

The Current VCDF is: AVM Tony Davies, MNZM

Air Marshall

This rank is only held by the Chief of Defence Force (CDF) if serving in the RNZAF.

The rank slide is two medium braids above a thick braid.

The Current CDF is: AM Kevin R. Short

Marshal of the Air Force

This is an honorary rank and is currently held only by HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and HRH Prince Charles, Prince of Wales.

A Commissioned Officer is an Officer who has had a commission awarded to them by the Queen to perform the duties of an Officer in the New Zealand Defence Force.

Commissioned officers have different rank slides for wearing on shirts and jerseys.

Rank slides for shirts are light blue, rank slides for jerseys are dark blue.

The feature on all commissioned officer rank slides is either single or a combination of thin (6mm), medium (14mm), and thick (51mm) braids which are light blue and black.

OPS 2.7 + 2.8 - Key Dates and Events for the ATC and NZCF

Part 1 - Key Dates and Events of the ATC - This will be demonstrated by the 2019 Unit Training Program emailed to you. Hint: Focus on the Activity Dates sheet in the document, rather than the Term 1-4 sheet, although looking at both is useful.

Part 2 - Key Dates and Events of the NZCF - This will be demonstrated by the by the NZCF Annual Training Plan 2020/2021 also emailed to you.

The objective of this lesson it be recognise what kinds of activities are run by the unit versus the ones run by the Cadet Forces organisation, and to identify when they occur.

Once you have familiarised yourselves with the provided documents, attempt the Kahoot below.

OPS 2.7+2.8 Kahoot!

Link: https://kahoot.it/challenge/03409410?challenge-id=e36308c8-6eb0-4141-822d-4828d7a22426_1598334568207

Game Pin: 03409410

THE QUIZ CLOSES AT 2300hrs TONIGHT - 25/08/20

Remember you use your surname and to give it multiple goes if you get somethings wrong.

Completion of this Kahoot is necessary in order to achieve attendance for this lesson.

OPS 2.9 - Equipment, Weapon Systems, Vehicles

Part 1

Lesson Objective: To identify the weapon systems operated by the NZ Army.

Scope:
- Infantry Weapon Systems
- Operational Combat Vehicles

Reference: http://www.army.mil.nz/our-capability/default.htm

Lesson Instructions:

Familiarise yourself with the weapon systems below, you don't need to know everything but their names and roles are important.
Identify the specs of the NZLAV
Complete the Kahoot!

NZ Army Infantry Weapon Systems

m107a1-ant-materiel-rifle-specifications.pdf

mrad-sniper-rifle-specifications.pdf

armynews-479-better-tools.pdf

Glock 17.pdf

MAG 58.pdf

M2HB.pdf

Benelli M3 (NZ) Tactical Shotgun

The Benelli M3 (NZ) 12 gauge shotgun is capable of being operated in either pump-action or semi-automatic mode. It provides deployed forces with short range lethal and less-lethal effects, as well as a method of entry (ballistic breaching) tool. In the less-lethal role it can employ aerial distraction rounds as well as a variety of impact munitions, including bean-bag and rubber ball rounds.

Designated Marksman Weapon (DMW) 7.62mm Rifle

The 7.62mm DMW provides enhanced target detection, recognition, identification and acquisition at section and patrol level. With a trained operator, the DMW will provide the capacity for lethal, precise and discriminate fire, neutralising enemy combatants and suppressing them at long ranges.The DMW is a magazine fed, gas operated, air cooled weapon with a rotating bolt locking action. It is capable of semi–automatic and automatic fire. The primary sight is a 3-18x Leupold Mark 6 telescopic sight. For close quarter battle a set of Dueck Defense rapid transition sights are issued.

105mm.pdf

L119, 105mm Light Gun

L16A2, 81mm Mortar

The 81mm Mortar was introduced into service in 1980. It provides a high rate of fire at a high trajectory, and is similarly employed to provide indirect fire support to combat troops. The 81mm Mortar is lightweight, man-portable and capable of firing a wide range of ammunition types.

Javelin Medium Range Anti Armour Weapon (MRAAW)

The Javelin MRAAW provides an anti-armour ‘fire and forget’ missile system for infantry. Able to be directed at fortified targets it can be fired in two modes; top attack or direct trajectory. It can be operated in both the man-portable and vehicle mounted roles. This weapon has been proven as a highly effective infantry weapon and is used extensively by both the US and UK forces.

Carl Gustaf M3

The Carl Gustaf M3 is a man-portable short-range anti-armour weapon. It is a breech loaded weapon that can be fired from a standing position, and is capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, primarily with the aim of destroying enemy tanks, other armoured vehicles and fortified positions.

Direct Fire Support Weapon (Area) DFSW(A) H&K 40mm Grenade Machine Gun (GMG)

The GMG, is a recoil operated, air cooled, belt fed automatic grenade launcher. The weapon can be fed from either the left or right hand side and is capable of either semi-automatic or automatic fire. The weapon system can be ground or vehicle mounted.

The GMG, 40mm H&K can be used in either the direct fire role or the indirect fire role when fitted with the Vingmate Fire Control System (FCS). The GMG can be mounted on a tripod, but is also suitable for mounting on boats, helicopters and vehicles. In addition to the FCS, the GMG is fitted with a variety of sights.

M6C-640T Light Mortar

The Mortar 60mm M6C-640T, is an indirect, high angle, muzzle loaded weapon designed for firing high explosive, smoke/incendiary, and illuminating bombs. The high trajectory permits the engagement of targets unable of being engaged by direct fire weapons.

When travelling over short distances the Mortar can be slung over the shoulder, for longer distances the Commando Mortar can be carried, with ammunition, in a carry pack. It can be fired from high ground or behind cover.

Allowing the effective engagement of adversaries who are behind cover or cannot be effectively engaged with direct fire weapons, in situations where other forms of indirect fire support may be unavailable.

NZ Army Operational Combat Vehicles

New Zealand Light Armoured Vehicle (NZLAV)

lav.pdf

OPS 2.9.1 Kahoot! : CLOSED

Remember you use your surname and to give it multiple goes if you get something wrong.

Completion of this Kahoot is necessary in order to achieve attendance for this lesson.

Part 2

Objective: Identify the weapon systems operated by the Royal New Zealand Navy.

Scope:
- Combat capable Vessels of the RNZN

Reference: http://www.navy.mil.nz/mtf/default.htm

Lesson Instructions:
- Familiarise yourself with the naval vessels below, you don't need to know everything but their names and roles are important.
- Make particular note of their primary weapon systems.
- Complete the Kahoot!

Combat Capable Vessels of the RNZN

hmnzs-tekaha-factsheet-web.pdf

hmnzs-temana-factsheet-web.pdf

hmnzs-canterbury-factsheet-web.pdf

hmnzs-otago-factsheet-web.pdf

hmnzs-wellington-factsheet-web.pdf

OPS 2.9.1 Kahoot! : CLOSED

Remember you use your surname and to give it multiple goes if you get something wrong. Please indicate in your name what attempt you are making ie. Figgins 4 (Figgins' fourth attempt). You may stop repeating the test after you get at least 4/5 questions correct.

Completion of this Kahoot is necessary in order to achieve attendance for this lesson.

Part 3

This is the final part of the OPS 2.9 - Equipment, Weapon Systems, Vehicles lesson.

Scope:
- Combat capable craft of the RNZAF
- Non-combat vessels of the RNZN
- Non-combat vehicles of the NZ Army

Reference: http://nzdf.mil.nz/

Lesson Instructions:

As usual, be able to identify the craft, vessels, and vehicles below, their weapon systems (if they have them), and their purpose/role.

Combine this information with that which we covered in 2.9.1 and 2.9.2 to complete the following assignment:
In 1000 words (give or take 100 words) develop an argument as to whether or not you believe, the Equipment, Weapon Systems, and Vehicles of the NZDF are fit for New Zealand's needs. Cite at least 3 examples which we have covered.

Submit your argument via email to SS Figgins as either a Google Doc, Word Document, or PDF file.

Due: No-Later-Than SUNDAY 17th MAY 2020 at 2359hrs (11.59pm).

Combat capable craft of the RNZAF

A109 Light Utility Helicopter (LUH)

Single pintle mounted 7.62mm MAG 58 Machine Gun.

NH90

Two pintle mounted 7.62mm MAG 58 Machine Gun.

SH-2G(I) Seasprite

Penguin anti-ship missiles, torpedoes, and the Mag 58 General Purpose Machine Gun.

P-8 Poseidon

Torpedoes, Harpoon anti-ship missiles, and other weapons [depth charges, etc.], and is able to drop and monitor sonobuoys [sonar buoys].

Non-combat vessels of the RNZN

hmnzs-aotearoa-factsheet-web.pdf

hmnzs-manawanui2-factsheet-web.pdf

hmnzs-taupo-factsheet-web.pdf

Non-combat vehicles of the NZ Army

Medium and Heavy Operational Vehicle (MHOV)

A modern military transport fleet with significantly increased levels of protection, increased payload capacity paired with a heavy vehicle cross country capability not matched by the Mercedes fleet. In addition to armour protection for the crew, MHOV can be fitted with communications and a machine-gun for self defence.

New Zealand Light Operational Vehicle (NZLOV) (Pinzgauers)

The Pinzgauer is an off-the shelf light military vehicle that is required to carry out command and control, liaison, replenishment, special forces, evacuation, and administrative tasks. A handful of variants are armoured.

High Mobility Engineer Excavator (Combat Engineer Tractor)

Armoured. Capable of 90km/h. Serves as engineer support to civil aid, route maintenance, and general engineering tasks.

Rapidly Emplaced Bridge System (REBS)

A rapid tactical bridging capability to support a NZLAV motorised force, mounted on MHOVs.

OPS 2.10 - Key Dates, Conflicts, and Deployments

Key Dates, Deployments, and Conflicts

Lesson Instructions:

Attend the Zoom call via email link
Follow along with the slides provided above
Complete the Kahoot! NLT Thursday 20th @ 1200hrs

OPS 2.10 Kahoot! : https://kahoot.it/challenge/07352396?challenge-id=f62ca22e-cb4c-45fd-a33a-cb0ecb41fa73_1597643376534

PIN: 073 523 96

Remember you use your surname and to give it multiple goes if you get something wrong. Please indicate in your name what attempt you are making ie. Nunes4 (Nunes' fourth attempt). You may stop repeating the test after you get at least 4/5 questions correct.

Completion of this Kahoot is necessary in order to achieve attendance for this lesson. The Kahoot will close Thursday 20th at 1200 hrs.

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