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*EDIT BG953* Commander initiated engagements (CIE)
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FM/BG-1367.V1.02 - *EDIT BG953* Commander initiated engagements (CIE)
  • Alert: Focus the gunner. 
  • Ammo/Weapon: Tell the gunner what system/ammo to use. Use specific shorthand (e.g., SABOT, HE, Coax, MG, Smoke).
  • Target Description: Tell the gunner what the target is. For vehicles/aircraft  FM/G18 - Vehicle class identification should be used, other targets may include infantry, gun emplacement or a building
  • Direction: Give an unambiguous direction indication and an approximate range relative to the vehicle. Distance helps set lead, ammo choice, and sights.
    • Accepted direction formats:
      • Clock + distance,
      • Degrees + distance,
      • Relative + distance.

Movement status: Give movement to help lead. Use short phrases: moving Left to Right, moving away, moving towards, stationary, stopped, on the move. If speed is important, add fast / slow.

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