Integrating Joint Operations Beyond the FSCL. Is Current Doctrine Adequate?

Abstract

This detailed study examines the doctrinal issues concerning combat operations in that portion of the battle space beyond the fire support coordination line (FSCL). The author makes a strong case that lessons learned from Operation Desert Storm (ODS) illustrate a lack of consensus on who is responsible for the integrated employment of combat power beyond the FSCL. This lack of consensus divides rather than integrates US combat operations. The study does an excellent job of defining the problem. It includes a comprehensive and useful summary of present terminology and doctrinal differences between the services. It then provides an assessment of the basic guidelines, terminology, and control measures, and offers detailed doctrinal, definitional, and organization recommendations to resolve the problems.

Open PDF

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1997
Accession Number
ADA335397

Entities

People

  • Dewayne P. Hall

Organizations

  • Air War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • C4I
  • Counter WMD
  • Human Systems
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Interdiction
  • Aircrafts
  • Combat Operations
  • Doctrine
  • Fire Support
  • Lessons Learned
  • Military Operations
  • Military Science
  • Remotely Piloted Vehicles
  • Rotary Wing Aircraft
  • Short Range Ballistic Missiles
  • Students
  • Training
  • United States Central Command
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Joint Military Operations and Doctrine.
  • Theoretical Analysis.

Technology Areas

  • Space