Airfield Attack

Description

Operations to neutralize enemy airfields and destroy aircraft on the ground.

Phases

  1. **Intelligence Phase:** Airfield analysis, defense mapping
  2. **Planning Phase:** Attack sequencing, weapon selection
  3. **Suppression Phase:** Neutralize airfield defenses
  4. **Attack Phase:** Strike runways, aircraft, facilities
  5. **Assessment Phase:** BDA and re-attack planning

Tasks (7)

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Runway Cratering

Creating holes in runways to prevent aircraft operations.

Aircraft Destruction on Ground

Destroying enemy aircraft before they can launch.

Fuel/Ammunition Storage Targeting

Attacking POL and ammunition facilities at airfields.

Hangar and Maintenance Facility Strikes

Attacking aircraft shelters and support buildings.

Air Traffic Control Destruction

Eliminating airfield control facilities.

Forward Arming and Refueling Point (FARP) Targeting

Attacking dispersed aviation support points.

Airfield Defense Suppression

Neutralizing air defenses protecting the airfield.