[OPORD] Operation Honeybadger (2001), Asphyxiation - UNITAF - Arma 3 MILSIM
CONFIDENTIAL / FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY


OPERATIONS ORDER
Operation Honeybadger (2001), Asphyxiation







TO:
OPERATIONS OFFICER
United Task Force
UNITAF Forces Afghanistan
FROM:
Lt Gen Chad P. Franks
CMDR CJTF USCENTCOM
MacDill Air Force Base Tampa, U.S.





--- OPERATIONS ORDER ---


Situation

Background Information
After reports of ambushed ANA Convoys East of Dilshad, High Command suspects Taliban trying to disrupt the secure corridor, which is one of the only routes to bring supplies to the remote ANA PBs east.

Friendly Forces
1x Reinforced Mech.-Inf Platoon, consisting of: 3x Rifle Squads 2x M2A2ODS "Bradley" 1x Ground-Borne EOD Team 1x CMT in 2x Ambulance Humvee 1x Support Engineer Team, responsible for Infil

Supporting Assets
-Possible remnants of ANA Convoys

Enemy Forces
-Defensive positions along the ridgelines -IEDs and mines along the MSRs -Infantry in Cells hiding out in urban areas or the mountainous regions -Highly modified Technicals with mounted Autocannons and Turrets


Mission

Tasking
-Main OBJ: drive Taliban from sector and create safe passage for ANA Convoys -Side OBJ: find and secure lost ANA Convoys and equipment Should retrieval of equipment not be easily possible, demolition is permitted

End-state
-Secure Sector upheld -Main Taliban presence eliminated


Execution

Commander's Intent
The purpose of this mission is to secure free passage for ANA convoys moving along the corridor east of Dilshad. This involves eliminating Taliban presence in this area. Decisive to this operation is the establishment of control at hill 2160 (grid figures 121-117), Hill 2453 (grid figures 118-112), and Hill 2140 (grid figures 123-107). The control of these hills is supported by securing Objective "Buzzard", Objective "Chicken" and Objective "Goose".

Tasks and Sequencing
PHASE 1 Movement of march from CAMP COALITION to DISMOUNT EAGLE is: KNIGHT 1, BERSERKER mounted in BLACKSMITH's trucks, VIKING, HUNTER, STARLIGHT, KNIGHT 9. At DISMOUNT EAGLE, BERSERKER moves along their assigned waypoints. At Phase line 1, BERSERKER will have cleared OBJECTIVE BUZZARD whilst also blocking any Taliban forces reacting from North, Northeast, East, Southeast and South. This will allow KNIGHT to move up to Ishfaq without immediate threats and HUNTER to safely continue their search for IEDs. KNIGHT stays close to, and preferably north of, DISMOUNT EAGLE due to perceived IED and RPG threats until OBJECTIVE BUZZARD has been cleared. During this period, KNIGHT scans the mountain sides for enemy fortifications and battle positions. Initial focus is Hill 2158 (grid figures 113-106). This will reduce the threat to BERSERKER and allow for safer demining and logistical operations. Once DISMOUNT EAGLE has been cleared, KNIGHT may move further east, though mindful of the IED threat in areas not cleared by HUNTER. HUNTER, in cooperation with BERSERKER, clears the road going through OBJECTIVE BUZZARD. This will allow safe passage for BLACKSMITH and STARLIGHT to the objective. PHASE 2 BERSERKER moves to secure Hill 2153 and Hill 2140, as well as to clear OBJECTIVE CHICKEN with the support of KNIGHT. BERSERKER is to also secure Hill 2160 during this phase, but due to operational distance, such movements may not commence fully until KNIGHT is able to support this movement. At the end of Phase 2, BERSERKER has secured key terrain and with this disallowed Taliban's capabilities to reinforce the sector. BERSERKER will also have secured and destroyed any and all weapons caches believed to be situated in OBJECTIVE CHICKEN. KNIGHT will support BERSERKER's taskings, particularly their movement north to secure Hill 2160 by locating and assuming good support-by-fire positions. This tasking, and particularly the movement along or across roads must be considered high risk, though, and should be coordinated with HUNTER to prevent untimely loss of vehicles, equipment and lives. KNIGHT's support is instrumental during this phase to ensure BERSERKER's safety and our company's integrity. HUNTER will during this phase continue clearing main roads. Priority is to ensure safe movement between BLUFOR elements, then to clear all roads with suspected IED threat (marked with yellow lines on attached illustrations). HUNTER might at periods find themselves distanced from other active combat elements, and must for that reason remain vigilant throughout this phase. HUNTER's contributions will ensure safe movement for KNIGHT, BLACKSMITH and STARLIGHT. PHASE 3 BERSERKER initiates assault on OBJECTIVE GOOSE from three axes of movement: BERSERKER 1 assaults from the south, bypassing the town and establishing a blocking manoeuvre east of the objective to protect remaining elements from potential quick reaction forces; BERSERKER 2 assaults from the southwest and secures the south and south-eastern corners of the objective; BERSERKER 3 assaults from the west and secures the northern and western sides of the objective. Movement of BERSERKER 1 may be supported by BLACKSMITH on request. At the end of Phase 3, BERSERKER will have completely secured OBJECTIVE GOOSE and established a checkpoint at the eastern limit of assault. Successful completion of these tasks imply full restoration of control in this corridor. KNIGHT supports the assault on OBJECTIVE GOOSE by assuming good support-by-fire positions west or southwest of the objective. KNIGHT's support at this point ensures that BERSERKER may focus on the assault, and is as such crucial for success.


Administration/Logistics

Resupply
BERSERKER is asked to be ready for foot movements and clearance of fortifications along mountainous terrain. Leaders must keep in mind, though, that LOGPAKs might be restricted due to high IED probability along key roads. All elements are, for this reason, asked to send requests for LOGPAK early. Initial position for logistical elements will be DISMOUNT EAGLE.

Medical
Ground-based CMT STARLIGHT is available throughout this operation for support. Do note, however, that STARLIGHT's movement might be restricted due to high IED probability along key roads. Initial position for the CMT will be DISMOUNT EAGLE.

Rules of Engagement
Due to the presence of civilians as well as potential remnants of missing ANA convoys, all elements are asked to ensure positive ID before engaging potential targets. Enemy caches are to be blown up, though considerations to civilian infrastructure must be made when possible.

Fire Support Plan
In accordance with SOP

Close Air Support
In accordance with SOP


Command/Signal


Communications Plan
Callsign Primary Frequency Superior Frequency ACTUAL
VIKING 9 45mHz 37mHz Capt Korean Falcon Company Commander
BERSERKER 9 40mHz 37mHz Maj James Platoon Leader
BERSERKER 1 250mHz 40mHz SSG Johnson Squad Leader
BERSERKER 1-1 251mHz 250mHz PFC ryyszla Fireteam Leader
BERSERKER 1-2 252mHz 250mHz SP3 Veagance (Ret.) Junior Team Leader
BERSERKER 2 260mHz 40mHz MSG Crossy Squad Leader
BERSERKER 2-1 261mHz 260mHz SP2 Sean Fireteam Leader
BERSERKER 2-2 262mHz 260mHz SP3 Clarke Junior Team Leader
BERSERKER 3 270mHz 40mHz SFC SkullCollector Squad Leader
BERSERKER 3-1 271mHz 270mHz SSG Hrusi Fireteam Leader
BERSERKER 3-2 272mHz 270mHz SP2 B.Miller Junior Team Leader
KNIGHT 9 361mHz 37mHz MSP Mattjamco APC/IFV Section Commander
KNIGHT 1 362mHz 361mHz Sgt Jochem APC/IFV Crewman (Commander)
HUNTER 9 60mHz 37mHz SPC Dreolic Infantry Team Leader
BLACKSMITH 4-1 71mHz 70mHz SP2 Chelmy (Ret.) Logistics Support Chief
STARLIGHT 4-2 72mHz 70mHz SP1 Yoi Blackkit CMT Leader
CROSSROAD H 87mHz 37mHz 2Lt Zuka Senior Game Master
Considerations
CHAIN OF COMMAND: VIKING 9, BERSERKER 9, BERSERKER 8, BERSERKER 1, BERSERKER 2, BERSERKER 3. If further succession of command is necessitated, remaining elements should contact CROSSROAD on frequency 87 and initiate a tactical withdrawal from the AO. MISSION COMMAND FREQUENCIES: FREQ 45 - VIKING 9, BERSERKER 9, KNIGHT, HUNTER FREQ 70 - VIKING 8, BERSERKER 8, BLACKSMITH, STARLIGHT FREQ 87 - VIKING 8, CROSSROAD SMOKE SIGNALS Purple: Mass Casualty Incident Blue/Green: Friendly Position Orange/Yellow: Vehicle requiring assistance Red: Enemy position SPRAY PAINT/ FLAG COLOURS Red: Active Mine/IED Green: Defused Mine/IED Blue: Safe path



CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS

TEAMSPEAK IP: ops.unitedtaskforce.net
GAME SERVER IP (Direct Connect): ops.unitedtaskforce.net
GAME SERVER PASSWORD: issued on Discord

TIMINGS

SERVER OPENS: 1630hrs UTC
FORM UP: 1700hrs UTC
ANNOUNCEMENTS/BRIEFING: 1715hrs UTC
STEP OFF: 1725hrs UTC
END-EX: 1900-2000hrs UTC APPROX
All are GMT/UTC


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Equipment Checklist
The following combined equipment list is issued as part of approved kit lists and across relevant personnel.


Qty Item Weight
Primary weapons
1x M4A1 M203 (Carry handle) 4kg
5x M16A4 M203 25kg
3x M16A4 (Grip) 11kg
18x M4A1 (Carry handle) 54kg
6x M249E2 45kg
10x M16A4 37kg
6x M16A2 M203 29kg

1x m81_iba2_pl Warning 0kg
9x FRXA_tf_rt1523g_Ranger_Green Warning 0kg
1x m81_iba2_cch_var2 Warning 0kg
3x m81_iba2_flc_rflm_gp Warning 0kg
6x m81_iba2_flc_amg Warning 0kg
6x m81_3days_pack_2 Warning 0kg
6x m81_iba2_ar_gp Warning 0kg
9x dcu_camelbak_weistpack Warning 0kg
4x m81_iba2_ilbv_var2_gp Warning 0kg
3x m81_iba2_a_var_2 Warning 0kg
6x m81_iba2_flc_grnd_gp Warning 0kg
3x m81_iba2_flc_medic_gp Warning 0kg
4x m81_iba2_rcr_sql_gp Warning 0kg
2x m81_iba2_flc_br_gp Warning 0kg
2x oliv_hawg2 Warning 0kg
4x m81_iba2_a_var_5 Warning 0kg
3x m81_iba2_a_var_4 Warning 0kg
3x oliv_camelbak_weistpack Warning 0kg
1x m81_iba2_flc_sql Warning 0kg

Ammunition
43x 5.56mm 30Rnd STANAG Mag 16kg
12x 40mm M441 (HE) Grenade 2kg
4x 40mm M713 (Red smoke) Grenade 1kg
8x M18 Smoke Grenade (Red) 1kg
46x 5.56mm 30Rnd STANAG (Red tracer) Mag 17kg
16x Painkillers 1kg
48x 5.56mm 200Rnd M249 (Red TE4) Box 87kg
6x Spare barrel 16kg
3x M136 5kg
11x M67 Fragmentation Grenade 5kg
6x M18 Smoke Grenade (Purple) 1kg
12x Ammonium Carbonate 1kg
12x 12 Gauge 6Rnd #0 Buckshot 3kg
20x M83 Smoke Grenade (White) 4kg

Other equipment
53x US BDU (DCU) 48kg
12x DAGR 5kg
53x Map 5kg
2x Rugged Tablet 5kg
53x Radio 19kg
53x Compass 5kg
53x Watch 5kg
3x Harris 1A2-L Bipod 1kg
28x Cable Tie 1kg
12x Water Bottle 3kg
7x Map Tools 0kg
10x Marker Flag (Red) 0kg
6x Interceptor (M81 Base) 19kg

Optics
26x Binoculars 0kg

Muzzle attachments
3x Trijicon ACOG TA31F (killFlash/Black) 1kg

Launchers
3x M136 Launcher 15kg

Sidearm optics
4x AN/PEQ-2 Laser (Black) 1kg

Total Equipment: 498kg

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