FAC (A) Flashcards
What is a FAC (A)
A specifically trained and qualified aviation officers who exercises control from the air of aircraft, engage in close air support of ground troops.
The air controller is normally an airborne extension of the tactical air control party
What are the duties of an FAC (A)?
Terminal attack
Radio relay
Indirect fire
BDA
Reconnaissance
Asset coordination
SEAD
Target marking
FAC (A) integration
Brief
Stack
Marc
Control
Planning considerations
Expect a large number of CAS aircraft in a small amount of time or restrictive airspace
Operating with a limited capability to Marc targets
Expecting difficult communications due to terrain
When operational needs require an aviator overhead, who is familiar with the ground commander, intent, and scheme of maneuver
