Which description best matches a dud in Stinger missile operation?

Which description best matches a dud in Stinger missile operation?

• A. Delay in function
• B. Complete failure to fire
• C. Failure of the flight motor after ejection from the launch tube
• D. Self-destruct timer

Answer: (C)

In Stinger operation, a dud is defined by the propulsion stage failing after the round has been ejected from the launcher. Once the missile leaves the tube, its flight motor should ignite and drive the missile toward the target. If the flight motor does not ignite or fails to produce powered flight after ejection, the weapon does not fly at all, so it’s classified as a dud. This focuses on the propulsion failure occurring after launch, rather than issues that happen before launch or only involve timing or safety features.

In Stinger operation, a dud is defined by the propulsion stage failing after the round has been ejected from the launcher. Once the missile leaves the tube, its flight motor should ignite and drive the missile toward the target. If the flight motor does not ignite or fails to produce powered flight after ejection, the weapon does not fly at all, so it’s classified as a dud. This focuses on the propulsion failure occurring after launch, rather than issues that happen before launch or only involve timing or safety features.