Fire support

Question 1

What are the 6 elements of CFF?

Answer 1

• Observer Identification
• Warning Order
• Target Location
• Target Description
• Method of Engagement
• Method of Fire and Control

These elements are crucial for coordinating fire support effectively.

Question 2

What are the types of missions?

Answer 2

• Adjust fire
• Fire For Effect
• Immediate Suppression/Smoke
• Suppression

Each type of mission serves a specific purpose in fire support operations.

Question 3

What are the methods of target location?

Answer 3

• Grid (standard)
• Polar
• Laser Grid
• Laser Polar
• Shift from Known Point

These methods are used to accurately identify and communicate the location of targets.

Question 4

What is danger close for Artillery and Mortars? NOT REDS!

Answer 4

600m

Danger close refers to the minimum distance from friendly forces to the target where the risk of friendly fire is acceptable.

Question 5

What is danger close for NSFS (Naval Surface Fire Support)? NOT REDS!

Answer 5

750m

This distance indicates the proximity at which naval gunfire can be safely employed without risking friendly forces.