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55 › Responding to changes in weather. A target planner’s actions will be similar to when he responds to changes in friendly operations. Further, changes in weather may require changes to the platforms and/or weapons required to engage a particular target. › Re-targeting. If a target that was to be prosecuted is no longer a viable target for whatever reason, targeteers must have alternate targets to assign to a strike mission. Time is important because assets may already be airborne › Responding to TSTs. When a TST is identified, the COD must decide the best time to attack it. COD targeteers are involved in these efforts and provide guidance to planners concerning the characteristics and vulnerability of the target. Targeteers must be familiar with possible targets so that quick assessments and guidance can be given before the window of opportunity to strike the TST is gone. Reduced Planning Time Dynamic targeting has two significant limitations compared with deliberate targeting: the lack of detailed weaponeering and increased threat exposure. Commanders and the COD should consider these limitations when deciding whether to prosecute a target using dynamic targeting methods. › Weaponeering. Due to the reduced planning time available, targets prosecuted using dynamic targeting will be engaged with less consideration given to key weaponeering issues such as fuze settings or axes of attack. In some cases, assets may be diverted to prosecute these targets with munitions not optimal for the given task. Since these considerations may carry increased risk of mission failure, collateral damage, or even harm to friendly troops, commanders must weigh the potential benefits gained by prosecuting the target quickly. Whenever possible, COD personnel should work with ISRD targeteers to ensure that proposed targeting solutions are sufficient for the given task. This often requires significant coordination. › Increased Threat. High threat target areas are normally attacked by packages with dedicated support, such as electronic jamming and defense suppression munitions. The shortened dynamic targeting planning window may not allow for the same level of support, thereby exposing aircrews to greater risk. Time for target area threat analysis is also reduced, further increasing risk to the attacker. Unit-Level Targeting Responsibilities Individual flying units have targeting responsibilities that support and enhance CAOC efforts and tactical-level execution. Commanders, mission planners, and intelligence specialists within these units must ensure the validity and accuracy of the targeting information provided them for mission planning purposes. This responsibility may include verification of ATO guidance coordinates and adjudication of problems with the CAOC if errors or conflicts become evident. Specific data provided to mission planners