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…Maneuver also may enable or exploit the effects of massed or precision fires. (1) The principal purpose of maneuver is to place the enemy at a disadvantage through the flexible application of movement and fires. The…

…The analyst should have an understanding of the context for the possible event, to include the causal background. When thinking causal background, think of it within the context of the relationship between cause and effect. The…

…Assessment Purpose of the Phase Assessment is the measure of progress in a campaign or operation, the means of telling whether desired effects are being created and objectives achieved, and of evaluating what needs to be…

…The potential for fratricide increases due to the fluid nature of the nonlinear operational area and the changing disposition of attacking and defending forces. The presence of noncombatants in the operational area further complicates operations. (b…

…Specific weights of effort should be avoided due to the difficulty in precisely measuring effects of air, space, and IO, and to allow maximum flexibility in planning the application of airpower. However the CPD can use…

…Joint Targeting Cycle Phase 6— Targeting Assessment The targeting assessment phase is a continuous process that assesses the effectiveness of the activities that occurred during the first five phases of the joint targeting cycle. The targeting…

Appendix A A-4 JP 3-0 the organization that uses it while potentially enhancing the legitimacy of the opposing party. (3) Commanders at all levels must ensure their personnel are properly trained─including knowing and…

…The destructive power and range of modern weapons, coupled with the high intensity and rapid tempo of modern combat, increase the potential for fratricide. Commanders must be aware of those situations that increase the risk of…

…The product of target analysis is a list of proposed target nominations designed to achieve the effects determined in earlier stages of planning (such as JAOP development or the objectives, effect, and guidance stage of the…

…Purpose This publication has been prepared under the direction of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. It sets forth joint doctrine to govern the activities and performance of the Armed Forces of the United…

Joint Operations Across the Range of Military Operations V-37 since the intent is to limit escalation in the operational area. A JFC might begin to limit stability operations if an adversary’s potential combat actions…

…The JIPTL is a prioritized list of targets approved by the JFC that feeds the ATO process. After the JTCB review, the JFC approves the JIPTL. The JFACC and the JIPTL The JFC may delegate JIPTL…

…The subject of assessment is covered thoroughly in the next chapter. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS Engagement Authority The authority to engage should be delegated to the C2 node that has the best information or situational awareness to execute…

…An HVT is a target that the enemy commander requires for the successful completion of the mission. HPTs are derived from the list of HVTs. The loss of HVTs would be expected to seriously degrade important…

…The JFC should establish the division of JTC responsibilities among the JFC staff and component commanders, including the air component commander. The JFC should direct the formation, composition, and specific responsibilities of the joint targeting coordination…

…The JAOP is created through the JAEP. Almost all targeting support to pre-conflict planning is accomplished through the JAEP. Targeting support is vital during three of the six JAEP stages: mission analysis, situation and COA…

Joint Operations Across the Range of Military Operations V-49 (2) JFCs can operate from an HQ platform at sea. Depending on the nature of the joint operation, a maritime commander can serve as the JFC…

…As the air component facilitator for servicing all targets nominated for airpower effects, the air component commander establishes a targeting process to meet the needs of the JFC and other components within the joint force. The…

…Destruction of an entire building may not be required if the stated objective is to destroy a specific portion of the building based on the function (critical element) conducted within that section of the

…The initial functional damage assessment (FDA) of the target and an estimate of the recuperation time required to repair or reconstitute the target’s function. This BDA level is often derived from the assessed physical damage…