Which of the following is an example of an operational support member?

• A. Combat Camera
• B. Fuel Specialist
• C. Weather Technician
• D. Flight Engineer

Answer: (A)

Operational support members are those who enable mission execution through specialized services that aren’t part of flying the aircraft or maintaining it. Combat Camera fits this role because they document operations, create media for after-action reviews and public affairs, and provide visual evidence and training materials that support decision-making and accountability. Their work supports the mission from the ground or in support of the unit’s operations, rather than performing the actual flight duties or aircraft maintenance. The other roles—fuel handling, weather data for flight planning, and on-board systems work—are more directly tied to sustaining or operating the aircraft, rather than serving as the enabling, documentary, or public affairs support that defines operational support in this context.