national command authority

…Targeting applies to targets, which are areas, complexes, installations, forces, equipment, capabilities, functions, individuals, groups, systems, or behaviors identified for possible action to support the commander's objectives, guidance, and intent. Targeting is a central component…

…When new targets are acquired, Airmen in the CAOC and in the field must rely on commanders’ guidance and their own experience to assess acceptable risk. Particular targets may be determined to be such a threat…

…end state and commander’s objectives, target development and prioritization, capabilities analysis, commander’s decision and force assignment, mission planning and force execution, and assessment. Joint Targeting Cycle Phase 1— The End State and Commander’s…

…During this process, the commanders normally depend upon the operation center director to provide recommendations as to the most appropriate force and/or weapon system as well as the best targets to defer. For example, when…

…The basic targeting process consists of 6 stages, or “phases” (See Figure 1.1). › Commander’s objectives, guidance and intent. › Target development, vetting, validation, nomination, and prioritization. Figure 1.1. Joint Targeting Process Phases

…JP 3-30, Command and Control for Joint Air Operations. gg. JP 3-33, Joint Task Force Headquarter. hh. JP 3-41, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Consequence Management. ii. JP 3-57, Civil-Military Operations…

…The purpose of strategy is to create a mechanism whereby the commander’s objectives—and ultimately the end state—can be achieved. Targeting is the embodiment of strategy where courses of action, objectives, and effects are…

…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…

…The tasking cycle as a whole encompasses the entire process of taking commanders’ intent and guidance, determining where to apply force or other actions to fulfill that intent, matching available capabilities and forces with targets, putting…

…It is essential for commanders and CAOC personnel to keep effects-based principles and the objectives in mind during dynamic targeting and ATO execution. It is easy for those caught up in the daily battle rhythm…

…In supporting the commander’s objectives, the targeting process seeks to achieve effects in a systematic manner. Targeting, like the other processes that it complements, is a rational, iterative process that methodically analyzes, prioritizes, and assigns…

…Commanders resolve command-level issues that are beyond the staff’s authority. Examples of such issues include the close-hold, compartmented planning that occurs with some sensitive operations, and the continuing challenge of incorporating interorganizational partners…

…They also may conduct operations as a supported commander when directed by SecDef or the President. (2) Subordinate Unified Commands. When authorized by SecDef through the CJCS, commanders of unified (not specified) commands may establish subordinate…

…However, the staff and component commanders typically expect the JFC to issue initial guidance soon after receipt of a mission or tasks from higher authority and provide more detailed planning guidance after the JFC approves an…

…For example, an intelligence staff officer (S-2) reports to the commanding officer that the enemy has only the capability to either defend in place or retreat. The intelligence officer committed the fallacy of false dilemma…

…JFCs define these areas with geographical boundaries, which help commanders and staffs coordinate, integrate, and deconflict joint operations among joint force components and supporting commands. The size of these operational areas and the types of forces…

…For additional guidance on the communications and ISR systems support, refer to JP 2-01, Joint and National Intelligence Support to Military Operations, JP 6-0, Joint Communications System, and North American Aerospace Defense Command and…

…Maintaining UCP AOR boundaries and the establishment of an umbrella support relationship between the CCDRs with conditional command authorities exercised over the participating forces based on their readiness and operation phase provided a workable solution to…

…combatant command. An NSL will contain those facilities and structures that are protected under LOAC (churches, hospitals, etc). The RTL contains facilities and structures for which approval must first be obtained from the establishing authority before…

…Land and maritime force commanders responsible for integrating and synchronizing maneuver and interdiction within their AOs should be knowledgeable of JFC priorities and the responsibilities and authority assigned and delegated to commanders designated by the JFC…