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…The two-dimensional design of matrices limits their use for collating data on complex issues. Leaving out pertinent data easily oversimplifies an issue. Figure 3-1 on page 3-4 matrix shows one method of cross…

…e In this case there was high uncertainty; depending on what level of reliability one assumed, the analyst could arrive at very different conclusions about a potential Soviet offensive operation. e@ Or when economists assess the…

…Commanders should assess the military and political impact a nuclear strike would have on operations.13 Nuclear planning guidance issued at the CCDR level is based on national-level political considerations and is influenced by the…

vi COMAFFOR / JFACC / CFACC A note on terminology One of the cornerstones of Air Force doctrine is “the US Air Force prefers—and in fact, plans and trains—to employ through a commander, Air Force forces…

…Quantitative measures, on the other hand, can, through their very seeming certainty, take on a life of their own, leading to actions that do not contribute to accomplishing objectives or the end state. For example, during…

Chapter II II-32 JP 3-60 (1) Establishing planned FSCMs against specific TSTs. (2) Defining TST engagement authority based on a JFC’s OA, assigned functional mission, or a combination thereof. The JFC should normally…

…Federal law and DOD policy impose limitations on the types of support that the US military may provide and what type of military mission (e.g., HD or DSCA) is being conducted. See DODD 5525.5…

…The USAF controls only its own reachback capabilities to meet air component requirements, whereas the joint and national systems are based on the needs of CCDRs or JFCs. These higher-level needs are coordinated with the…

…BASIC PRINCIPLES OF THE LAW OF WAR LoW rests on five fundamental principles that are inherent to all targeting decisions: military necessity, distinction (discrimination), proportionality, unnecessary suffering (humanity), and honor (chivalry). 14 For additional information on…

…Planned targets may be further divided into scheduled targets and on-call targets depending upon when they may be attacked. Scheduled targets are prosecuted at a specific time. On- call targets have actions planned, but not…

…This is the process of determining the specific means required to create a desired effect on a given target. Weaponeering identifies the whole range of engagement options that may affect the target and highlights or selects…

…Depending on the nature of the joint operation, a maritime commander can serve as the JFC or function as a JFACC while the operation is primarily maritime, and shift that command ashore if the operation shifts…

…This advice should also analyze the impact on friendly operations (including consequences for taking no action versus the impact on ongoing and planned joint force actions). Decisions to modify missions or direct attacks that deviate from…

…As mentioned in Chapter One, objectives are the clearly defined, decisive, attainable, and measurable goals toward which every military operation should be directed. They provide focus for those at all stages of the tasking cycle and…

…Strategic- and operational-level assessment efforts concentrate on broader tasks, effects, objectives, and progress toward the end state. In general, assessments should answer two questions: “Is the joint force doing things right?” “Is the joint force…

…Across this organizational span, the USAF focuses on various issues within and outside the targeting cycle, including intelligence gathering, target planning, target materials production, targeting database maintenance, target systems analysis, targeting automation, and support to weapons…

…For more guidance on assessment, refer to paragraph 6, “Assessment,” of Chapter II, “The Art of Joint Command.” b. Key Considerations. The following are key considerations associated with the above tasks. (1) Targeting supports the process…

…For further guidance on PR, refer to JP 3-50, Personnel Recovery. (5) CBRN Defense. Preparation for potential enemy use of CBRN weapons is integral to any planning effort. Even when an adversary does not possess…

…e Persistence on impressions. When evidence is received, there is a tendency to think of connections that explain the evidence. Impressions are based on these connections. Although the evidence eventually may be discredited, the connection remains…

…one internal to the Air Force (also known as “reachback”) and one that involves joint and national agencies. The Air Force only has control over the reachback system. The joint/national system is based on the…