…These staffs should integrate their efforts into the JFC’s targeting cycle to coordinate nonlethal and lethal fires in strike operations. For more information, see JP 3-13.1, Electronic Warfare. 7. Integration of Cyberspace Operations…

…A major operation is a series of tactical actions, such as battles, engagements, and strikes, and is the primary building block of a campaign. Within a campaign, combat forces of a single or several Services, coordinated…

…Joint standards and methods for conducting CDE are stipulated in CJCSI 3160.01, No-Strike and the Collateral Damage Estimation Methodology. d. Targeting Organizational Structure. The joint targeting process crosses traditional functional and organizational boundaries. Operations…

…Many times during execution, it is not possible to wait on ISR verification of strike results without inordinately delaying higher-level assessments. EDA is the technique of using existing munitions effectiveness or other data to estimate…

…A series of tactical actions (battles, engagements, strikes) conducted by combat forces of a single or several Services, coordinated in time and place, to achieve strategic or operational objectives in an operational area. 2. For noncombat…

…Today, our ability to strike precisely has created the impression that sensitive sites can be safe in the middle of a war zone. Our desire to protect innocents in the line of fire has added an…

…For example, it may sometimes be necessary to strike a target more precisely than would otherwise be necessary in order to avoid collateral civilian damage. Certain levels of collateral damage estimation require expertise that lies outside…

…requires a well organized and well rehearsed process for sharing sensor data and targeting information, identifying suitable strike assets, obtaining mission approval, and rapidly deconflicting weapon employment. The key for success is performing as much coordination…

…The effects of the continuous SOF-directed air strikes so weakened the Taliban and al Qaeda that the Northern Alliance was able to quickly capture the major cities of Afghanistan early in the campaign. Various Sources

…Targets on this list require national-level approval to strike. The restricted target list is a list of targets that have specific restrictions imposed upon them. Actions on restricted targets are prohibited until coordinated and approved…

…No-Strike and Restricted Target Lists During targeting efforts, targeteers nominate targets for inclusion on NSLs and RTLs. Like JTLs, these lists are usually maintained by the J-2. See Chapter Two for details. Building them…

…In addition, the JFC provides guidance on munitions usage and restrictions, restricted targets, and a no-strike list (NSL). e. The operation plan (OPLAN), or operation order (OPORD), provides broad guidelines for prioritizing targets, making clear…

…complement each other or provide required support (for example, tankers and electronic warfare assets “packaged” with the strike assets they are supporting). They also determine required times over target or times on station. Packages are arranged…

…Successful prosecution of targets during execution also requires well organized and well rehearsed procedures for sharing sensor data and targeting information, identifying suitable strike assets, obtaining mission approval, and rapidly deconflicting weapon employment. The reaction time…

…As a software-only capability loaded on the unit's laptops, it provides multiple users with a COP to help them determine which forces observe, track, and strike the target. JADOCS provides detailed information about each…

…These characteristics form the basis for target detection, location, identification, and classification for future surveillance, analysis, strike, and assessment. In general, there are four categories of characteristics by which targets can be defined: physical, environmental, functional…

…In the time-bound air tasking cycle, the air component receives targeting guidance along with the joint target list (JTL), the restricted target list (RTL), and the no-strike list (NSL) from the JTCB. A JTL…

…Surprise (1) The purpose of surprise is to strike at a time or place or in a manner for which the enemy is unprepared. (2) Surprise can help the commander shift the balance of combat power…

…Stephen Younger, Director, Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Comments concerning intelligence support for precision strike capabilities, 2004

…If dynamic targeting is to be done correctly, planners must develop a plan When the strike of a hawk breaks the body of its prey, it is because of timing. Thus the momentum of one skilled…