AS-02

Question 1

LOWDOWN

Answer 1

A request for the tactical ground picture in an area of interest

Question 2

MOVER(S)

Answer 2

Unidentified surface vehicles in motion

Question 3

REPORTED

Answer 3

Information provided is derived from an offboard source

Question 4

ROBBER

Answer 4

A surface vessel hat is identified as an enemy in accordance with theater ID criteria. Term does not necessarily imply clearance to engage

Question 5

ROTATOR

Answer 5

MTI returns that signifies a high probability of a rotating antenna

Question 6

SCRUB

Answer 6

MTI return that signifies a low slow airborne target

Question 7

SKUNK

Answer 7

A maritime surface contact that has not yet been identified

Question 8

SMACK

Answer 8

1. [A/S][S/S] Clearance to employ ordnance/fires on surface target coordinates. ROE, PID, CDE, coordination of forces, and commander’s guidance requirements on the referenced target/track have been satisfied. Not to be used in a close air support engagement.
2. [AIR-MAR] Clearance to employ ordnance/fires on surface target coordinates/Link-16 track. ROE, PID, CDE, coordination of forces, and commander’s guidance requirements on the referenced target/track have been satisfied.