An Air Force Ground Attack Control Capability to Support Airland Battle
Abstract
The Air Force is tasked to provide air interdiction and battlefield air interdiction support to the land component commander. However, the Air Force is limited in executing this tasking by the inability to see and detect ground targets and the inability to control and execute the missions. This study examines the joint battlefield tactical environment to determine what is required to improve the Air Force command and control contribution to AirLand Battle. Building on this approach, the author analyzes the ground attack control capability concept to determine if it will significantly enhance the present tactical air control system (TACS) capability to conduct effective command and control of TACAIR operations in support of AirLand Battle doctrine. Finally, the author examines three options available to the Air Force that will give the TACS the capability to receive, process and disseminate second echelon follow-on forces enemy target data. Based on this analysis, the author determines which system integration approach will optimize the GACC concept and enhance command and control of TACAIR.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA241083
Entities
People
- Bobby W. Smart
Organizations
- Air War College