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v INTRODUCTION PURPOSE This Air Force Doctrine Document (AFDD) establishes doctrinal guidance for planning, executing, and assessing targeting operations. APPLICATION This AFDD applies to the Total Force: all Air Force military and civilian personnel, including regular…

…JFCs normally prepare a campaign plan in OPLAN format in accordance with the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System under APEX. However, the size, complexity, and anticipated duration of operations typically magnify the planning challenges. There…

…The joint air operations center (JAOC) analyzes the targets, selects aimpoints, munitions, and platforms, and includes the missions on the air tasking order (ATO) for execution. Missions are flown the following day, and battle damage assessment…

…Scope This publication provides doctrine for the planning, coordination, and execution of joint targeting. 2. Purpose This publication has been prepared under the direction of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS). It sets…

…Operators already have the current day’s targeting plan(s) in hand and are preparing to execute. Changing priorities on the day of execution is possible, but will normally be handled through the J-3 (or…

…Unity of command, centralized planning and direction, and decentralized execution are key considerations. JFCs may elect to centralize selected functions within the joint force, but should avoid reducing the versatility, responsiveness, and initiative of subordinate forces…

…Refer to JP 5-0, Joint Operation Planning, for more information on planning during execution. Refer to JP 3-33, Joint Task Force Headquarters, for information on joint task force battle rhythm, the commander’s decision…

…Often called the “linchpin” of the joint doctrine publication hierarchy, the overarching constructs and principles contained in this publication provide a common perspective from which to plan and execute joint operations independently or in cooperation with…

Executive Summary xix strikes and raids; and HD and defense support of civil authorities. Other Considerations for Crisis Response and Limited Contingency Operations Other considerations for crisis response and limited contingency operations are: duration and end…

…During execution, the operational environment changes as a result of actions from the joint force, adversary, and other actors. Figure II-8. Phase 5—Mission Planning and Force Execution Phase 5 – Mission Planning and Force Execution…

…Operations that are planned, executed, assessed, and adapted to influence or change systems or capabilities in order to achieve desired outcomes. Also called EBO. (AFDD 2) emerging target. A potential target, which, upon initial detection, meets…

Executive Summary x JP 3-0 threats to disrupt the Nation’s ability to project power and maintain its qualitative edge. The strategic environment presents five broad national security challenges likely to require the employment of…

…Joint doctrine focuses this term on planning and executing battles, engagements, and activities at the tactical level to achieve military objectives assigned to tactical units or task forces. Types of Military Operations Each military operation may…

…Target development efforts also frequently reach forward to influence weaponeering and allocation choices, dynamic targeting during execution, and the assessment process. The results of detailed target development are often stored in target system studies, individual target…

…It outlines the fundamental principles and framework that guide the planning and execution of targeting. This publication also provides an overview of organizations with targeting responsibilities and air component-level processes for deconflicting and integrating target…

Chapter III III-2 JP 3-60 design must be able to identify adversary critical vulnerabilities and execute all phases of joint targeting efficiently and continuously. e. Other Considerations. Offensive military activities (e.g., electronic attack…

…Prioritization and Special Considerations Planning and execution of all joint and component targeting should be in accordance with the priorities established by the JFC. The JFC’s guidance should describe the objectives to be achieved and…

…The Joint Targeting Cycle The joint targeting cycle supports the JFC’s joint operation planning and execution with a comprehensive, iterative, and logical methodology for employing the ways and means to create desired effects that support…