What are the two ALMDS Operation modes?

• A. Search and Target Investigation Mode
• B. Scanning and Target Acquisition Mode
• C. Detection and Mapping Mode
• D. Search and Inspection Mode

Answer: (A)

ALMDS operates in a two-step workflow designed for mine detection from the air: first a broad search to locate potential targets, then a focused target investigation to confirm and characterize those targets. In Search mode the system sweeps a wide area, scanning for any suspicious signatures so you can cover the mission area efficiently. When something looks like a potential mine, Target Investigation mode tightens the focus on that contact, gathering higher-detail data to verify its nature and gather enough information for safe maneuvering or engagement decisions. This pairing—search to find, target investigation to confirm—matches how the system is used in practice, making it the best description of the two ALMDS operation modes. The other phrasing doesn't reflect the official sequence or terminology used for ALMDS, which is why they aren’t the correct description.