Group
Three methods to specify a target:
A fire mission typically follows this sequence:
Steps 2 to 7 may be repeated until the desired effect on target is achieved.
Element leaders may delegate specific responsibilities to ensure efficient delivery of fire support.
Delegatable duties:
Fire missions are given by the Fire Controller in the following format :
1. Gun/Section number
| Proword | Meaning |
|---|---|
| All guns | Refers to all elements in the Battery or Section |
| Section (#) | Refers to all guns in the given Section(s) |
| Gun (#) | Refers to the given gun |
2. Target Reference Point or Pre-Planned Target
Target number assigned during calculation, each fire mission has a unique target identification number.
See: FM/BS-802 - Establish target reference points (TRP) and FM/BS-803 - Establish pre-planned targets (PPT)
3. Release method
See: FM/BS-1147 - Execute fire release methods
4. Type of round
Type of ammunition to be used
5. Ammo information
Used for special rounds where a setting is to be configured (i.e. laser code or timed explosion)
6. Number of rounds
The number of rounds to be fired by each gun (i.e. an order of 5 rounds for 3 guns will result in a total of 15 rounds being fired)
7. Charge
Charge number to be used (please note some Pisces may show the charge as a name ('close', 'medium', 'far') instead of a number, in those cases treat the smallest one as 0 then following modes counting up
8. Azimuth
Azimuth with a modifier for continuous fire. The azimuth is always given as a 4 digit number
9. Elevation
Elevation with a modifier for continuous fire. The elevation is always given as a 4 digit number