Which of the following best describes the sequence when the Fire Unit is prepared for firing?

• A. Launchers are placed into local control.
• B. Launchers are deployed to the field
• C. Launchers are power-cycled
• D. Launchers are removed from service

Answer: (A)

Establishing local control is what starts the firing readiness sequence. When launchers are placed into local control, the crew gains direct authority over the launcher and can perform the pre-fire checks, set firing data, and verify safety interlocks within the local system. This step ensures that commands from the Fire Unit can be correctly received and executed, and it keeps the operation under the crew’s immediate supervision. Only after local control is established would you move on to deploying the launchers to the field or performing other actions as needed. Power-cycling is a diagnostic/initialization action used if issues arise, and removing launchers from service is for maintenance or withdrawal, not the immediate prep for firing.