CAS Breif Flashcards
Line 1: IP / BP
The IP is the starting point for the run-in to the target. For R aircraft, the BP is where attacks on the target are commenced.
The IP is the starting point for the run-in to the target. For R aircraft, the BP is where attacks on the target are commenced.
Line 1: IP / BP
Line 2: Heading
The bearing is given in degrees magnetic (unless requested differently by aircrew/system operators) from the IP to the target or from the centre of the BP to the target. FAC give an offset (offset left/right) if a restriction exists. The offset is the side of the IP-to-target line on which aircrew can manoeuvre for the attack.
The bearing is given in degrees magnetic (unless requested differently by aircrew/system operators) from the IP to the target or from the centre of the BP to the target. FAC give an offset (offset left/right) if a restriction exists. The offset is the side of the IP-to-target line on which aircrew can manoeuvre for the attack.
Line 2: Heading
Line 3: distance
The distance is given from the IP/BP to the target. For FW aircraft, the distance is given in NM and should be accurate to a tenth of a NM. For AHs, the distance is given in metres from the centre of the BP and is accurate to the nearest 5 metres. The unit of length must be specified.
The distance is given from the IP/BP to the target. For FW aircraft, the distance is given in NM and should be accurate to a tenth of a NM. For AHs, the distance is given in metres from the centre of the BP and is accurate to the nearest 5 metres. The unit of length must be specified.
Line 3: Distance
Line 4: target elevation
The target elevation is given in feet above MSL.
The target elevation is given in feet above MSL.
Line 4: target elevation
Line 5: target description
The target description should be specific enough for the aircrew to recognize the target.
The target should be
described accurately and concisely.
The target description should be specific enough for the aircrew to recognize the target.
The target should be
described accurately and concisely.
Line 5: target description
Line 6: target location
The FAC can give the target location in several ways (e.g. grid coordinates, latitude and longitude, relative to a navigational aid, or visual description from a conspicuous reference point). Because of the multiple coordinate systems available for use, the datum that will be used must always be specified in the air request. If using grid coordinates, FAC must include the 100,000- metre grid identification. For an area target, give the location of the target’s centre or location of the greatest concentration.
For a linear target, give the location of intended end impact point, orientation, and the distance to each end in the remarks section of the 9-line brief if required.
The FAC can give the target location in several ways (e.g. grid coordinates, latitude and longitude, relative to a navigational aid, or visual description from a conspicuous reference point). Because of the multiple coordinate systems available for use, the datum that will be used must always be specified in the air request. If using grid coordinates, FAC must include the 100,000- metre grid identification. For an area target, give the location of the target’s centre or location of the greatest concentration.
For a linear target, give the location of intended end impact point, orientation, and the distance to each end in the remarks section of the 9-line brief if required.
Line 6: target location
Line 7: Type mark
The type of target indication the FAC will use (smoke, laser, or IR) and the Laser Code the FAC will use. Laser to Target Line (LTL) (in degrees magnetic, unless requested differently by aircrew/system operators).
The type of target indication the FAC will use (smoke, laser, or IR) and the Laser Code the FAC will use. Laser to Target Line (LTL) (in degrees magnetic, unless requested differently by aircrew/system operators).
Line 7: type mark
Line 8: location of friendlies
The distance of friendly forces from the target is given in metres and cardinal heading from the target (north, south, east, or west). If the friendly position is marked, identify the type of mark.
The distance of friendly forces from the target is given in metres and cardinal heading from the target (north, south, east, or west). If the friendly position is marked, identify the type of mark.
Line 8: loc of friendlies
Line 9: Egress
These are the instructions the aircrew use to exit the target area. Egress instructions can be given as a cardinal direction or by using control points.
These are the instructions the aircrew use to exit the target area. Egress instructions can be given as a cardinal direction or by using control points.
Line 9: Egree
Remarks
(1) Mandatory Attack heading. Mandatory final attack heading.
(2) Threats. Threat and location and type of suppression (if any).
(3) Weather. Significant weather.
(4)Hazards. Hazards to aviation.
(5)Ordnance delivery.
Any active GTL.
(6)
(7)
ACA.
(8)
Restrictions.
(9) Additional target information.
(10) Night vision capability.
(11) TLE Category.
(12) Danger close (if applicable with commander’s initials).
(13) Other time considerations.
(14)Attack clearance. (if issued by different entity) give callsign and radio frequency/channel.
Time to target
TTT is the time in minutes and seconds, after the time
“HACK” statement is delivered, when ordnance is expected to hit the target.
The time “HACK” statement indicates the moment when all participants start the timing countdown.
Time On Target
TOT is the synchronized clock time when ordnance is expected to hit the target. TOT is the timing standard for CAS missions.
There is no time “HACK” statement when using TOT.
