General
vampire
What does vampire mean?
A brevity code warning of a hostile air- or surface-launched anti-ship missile inbound — a critical alert for naval air-defense.
""Vampire, vampire, vampire — inbound bearing two-seven-zero!""
Origin
Multiservice tactical brevity code used in naval air-defense operations.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'Vampire' mean in military brevity?
It warns of a hostile anti-ship missile inbound — a critical alert in naval air-defense, often called out three times for emphasis.
Why is 'Vampire' repeated three times?
Repeating it, as in "Vampire, vampire, vampire," stresses the urgency of an inbound anti-ship missile so the whole crew reacts immediately.
Who uses the 'Vampire' call?
It's used in naval air-defense operations to alert ships and aircraft to an incoming anti-ship missile.
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