Air Force Doctrine Publication 3-60, Targeting 34 APPENDIX B: TARGETING SUPPORT AGENCIES Support organizations and agencies to provide the air component with in-depth knowledge and targeting expertise. Since theater forces typically cannot fulfill all…

Executive Summary ix Certain targets may require special care or caution in treatment because attacking them improperly could lead to adverse consequences. commander requires for the successful completion of the mission. An HPT is one whose…

I-1 CHAPTER I UNDERSTANDING TARGETS AND TARGETING 1. Introduction Targeting is the process of selecting and prioritizing targets and matching the appropriate response to them, considering operational requirements and capabilities. Joint targeting is a fundamental…

The Joint Targeting Cycle II-13 2. Restricted. A restricted target is a valid target that has specific restrictions placed on the actions authorized against it due to operational considerations. Actions that exceed specified restrictions are…

Air Force Doctrine Publication 3-60, Targeting 16 forces, equipment, or material from organizations that are not co-located with the requestor.26 Reachback may be provided from a supporting or supported relationship or by Service…

71 Ideally, target development should support an OPLAN or CONPLAN, which provides required targeting guidance and forms the basis for a JAOP that can be used in actual conflict. In reality, the US often enters contingencies…

32 Target Development Purpose of the Phase This is the phase in which the efforts of deliberate targeting relate specific targets to objectives, desired effects, and accompanying actions. Targeteers within the ISRD and the CPD TET…

C-1 APPENDIX C COMPONENT TARGETING PROCESSES 1. Component Commander Inputs to Joint Targeting Cycle Component commanders are instrumental to the joint targeting cycle by assisting the JFC in formulating guidance, controlling many of the collection…

…Ideally, one joint COD team should perform targeting of all dynamic targets. Successful prosecution of targets during execution also requires well organized and well rehearsed procedures for sharing sensor data and targeting information, identifying suitable strike…

Air Force Doctrine Publication 3-60, Targeting i FOREWORD Doctrine embodies the fundamental principles by which military forces guide their actions in support of national objectives. It is a body of carefully developed authoritative ideas that…

Joint Force Targeting Duties and Responsibilities III-13 c. Component Commander Responsibilities (1) With regard to joint targeting, the components’ responsibilities normally include the following: (a) Conduct target development. (b) Nominate potential targets for inclusion in…

Air Force Doctrine Publication 3-60, Targeting 14 Air Force Forces (AFFOR) A2. The AFFOR A2 provides intelligence support to the air component commander and assigned or attached Service component forces. The A2 guides Service component…

…Reviewing the JFC’s broad targeting guidance and components proposed schemes of maneuver and to ensure compliance with the JFC’s intent and CONOPS. Figure III-3. Joint Targeting Working Group Joint Targeting Working Group Joint…

Executive Summary xiii Generally, TSTs are engaged using dynamic targeting, so the command and control arrangements should include the rapid identification and communication capabilities required for expedited decision making. among components. Once this guidance is issued…

…LNOs work deconfliction issues and their forces on the ground can also assist friendly forces by finding, fixing, tracking, targeting, and assessing targets Successful prosecution of a target during execution sometimes requires that targeting be completed…

…Joint doctrine calls the targets prosecuted in this manner “time-sensitive targets” (TST): “those targets requiring immediate response because they pose (or will soon pose) a danger to friendly forces or are highly lucrative, fleeting targets…

Appendix B B-2 JP 3-60 communities each present unique challenges to establishing a common targeting capability that can serve the needs of all these communities and their “customers.” Currently, many parts of the targeting…

Chapter III III-10 JP 3-60 (a) Work closely with J-3 and J-5 in developing targeting guidance, priorities, and objectives for inclusion in the JFC’s planning guidance, planning directives, and daily guidance…

Joint Force Targeting Duties and Responsibilities III-19 transfer, or use of WMD and related materials and precursors by adversaries (i.e., to combat WMD). The SCC-WMD director is dual-hatted as the director of…

…Effective targeting procedures in the joint force also alleviate such friction. As an example, interdiction requirements often will exceed interdiction means, requiring JFCs to prioritize requirements. Land and maritime force commanders responsible for integrating and synchronizing…