Campaigns/Operation Inherent Resolve/Clear Sky
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Mission Overview
A SEAD/DEAD package targeting the SAA SA-5 site at Homs (TS-024), with OCA fighter and escort support.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| ATO Day | 30 September 2014 |
| Package ID | PKG 601 |
| Package Lead | SHADOW 1-1 |
| Strike Lead | BOLO 1-1 |
| Issuing Authority | CAOC (JFACC) |
| Time Zone | UTC |
Allocated Sorties
| MSN | Unit | C/S | Qty | Type | Role | TOS | TOT | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6011 | 78th VMRS | SHADOW 1 | 4 | F-16C | SEAD | 0519Z | 0534Z | TS-024R |
| 6012 | 14th VFS | HAT 1 | 2 | F/A-18C | OCA-FTR | 0520Z | 0530Z | — |
| 6013 | 14th VFS | COWBOY 1 | 2 | F/A-18C | Escort | 0520Z | 0533Z | — |
| 6014 | 32nd VSFS | BOLO 1 | 1 | F-15E | DEAD | 0528Z | — | TS-024R/S |
| 9001 | 909th ARS | SHELL 1 | 1 | KC-135 GAS | Tanker | 0430Z–0630Z | — | — |
| 9002 | 909th ARS | ARCO 1 | 1 | KC-135MPRS | Tanker | 0430Z–0630Z | — | — |
MSN 6013 escorts MSN 6014. SHELL 1 (boom only) supports MSN 6011 and 6014. ARCO 1 (MPRS only) supports MSN 6012 and 6013.
Targets
| Target ID | Name | Type | Coordinates | Elevation | Recommended Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TS-024R | Homs SA-5 TR "Square Pair" | SA-5 Tracking Radar | N35°09.174 E036°15.800 | 4,069 ft | GBU-38 |
| TS-024S | Homs SA-5 Launchers and Support Vehicles | SA-5 Launch Nodes | N35°08.805 E036°15.680 | 3,710 ft | GBU-38 |
Mission Objectives
| MSN | Objective |
|---|---|
| 6011 (SHADOW — SEAD) | Degrade TS-024 radar effectiveness with maximum effort. Reactive SEAD permitted against emitting threat systems tracking package aircraft. |
| 6012 (HAT — OCA) | Deny adversary air interference within package airspace. Priority: aircraft targeting MSN 6011, then TS-024 support, then all other hostile air. Orbit: N35°05.098 E035°44.098, AG27, 090, 10 nm. |
| 6013 (COWBOY — Escort) | Deny adversary air interference on MSN 6014. Targeting range: 65 nm. |
| 6014 (BOLO — DEAD) | Destruction of TS-024R (primary). Destruction of TS-024S (secondary). |
Airspace Control Order
| ACM | Type | MSN | Altitude | Time | Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEST-1 | Orbit | 9001, 9002 | FL180–FL240 | 0430Z–0730Z | MAGIC 265.100 |
| CAP-W | ROZ (Circle) | 6012 | FL200–FL400 | 0500Z–0600Z | DARKSTAR 334.150 |
| TS-024 | ROZ (Polygon) | 6013, 6014 | SFC–FL220 | 0500Z–0600Z | DARKSTAR 334.150 |
Command & Control
| Role | Details |
|---|---|
| Primary AWACS | MAGIC 1 — 265.100 MHz |
| Secondary AWACS | MAGIC 2 — 334.150 MHz (DARKSTAR) |
| Airspace Control | SCT via LTAG MTMA and CVN-75 |
Frequencies
| Callsign | Frequency | Band / Radio | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| LTAG TWR | 360.100 MHz | UHF / 1 | 9 |
| LTAG APP/DEP | 340.775 MHz | UHF / 1 | 10 |
| LTAG PAR | 282.500 MHz | UHF / 1 | 21 |
| LTAG ATIS | 377.475 MHz | UHF / 1 | 20 |
| MAGIC | 265.100 MHz | UHF / 1 | 11 |
| DARKSTAR | 334.150 MHz | UHF / 1 | 12 |
| CV-75 TWR | 310.250 MHz | UHF / 1 | 18 |
| CV-75 DEP | 322.075 MHz | UHF / 1 | 19 |
| CV-75 APP 1 | 343.025 MHz | UHF / 1 | 15 |
| CV-75 MARSHAL | 330.975 MHz | UHF / 1 | 16 |
| CV-75 APP 2 | 327.450 MHz | UHF / 1 | 17 |
| SHADOW 1 (Intraflight) | 133.300 MHz | VHF / 2 | 6 |
| HAT 1 (Intraflight) | 120.075 MHz | VHF / 2 | 7 |
| COWBOY 1 (Intraflight) | 129.225 MHz | VHF / 2 | 8 |
| BOLO 1 (Intraflight) | 129.225 MHz | VHF / 2 | 8 |
| SHELL 1 | 266.025 MHz | UHF / 1 | 13 |
| ARCO 1 | 341.700 MHz | UHF / 1 | 14 |
IFF
| MSN | IFF Mode 3 |
|---|---|
| 6011 | 4811 |
| 6012 | 4821 |
| 6013 | 4831 |
| 6014 | 4841 |
Tanker Support
| Callsign | Type | Altitude | TACAN | Supports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHELL 1 | KC-135 (Boom only) | FL220–FL240 | 37X | MSN 6011, 6014 |
| ARCO 1 | KC-135MPRS | FL180–FL200 | 38X | MSN 6012, 6013 |
ROE
PID
PID required prior to weapons release on all air or surface contacts unless hostile act is demonstrated. Sources: NCTR/radar profile, correlated CRC/AWACS track, visual ID. Unidentified aircraft departing known mixed-use or adversary-controlled bases are NOT automatically hostile.
BVR
BVR weapons authorised only after PID or declaration by controlling agency. Weapons free against aircraft declared HOSTILE or demonstrating hostile act. Third-party deconfliction aircraft require higher authority clearance unless self-defence.
Surface Attack
Weapons release authorised on assigned ATO targets only. Dynamic targeting requires CAOC approval unless self-defence. CDE 1–3 delegated; higher requires CAOC approval.
Abort Criteria
- Target PID cannot be confirmed
- Collateral damage risk exceeds authorisation
- Fuel state prevents safe recovery
- Supporting mission unsuccessful and threat unacceptable
- Major technical faults
Lost Comms Procedures
| Trigger | Action |
|---|---|
| Loss of AWACS | Default to package commander control. Abort if comms not restored within 5 minutes. |
| Loss of package comms | Continue mission if task and ROE remain clear. Abort if situation awareness is degraded. |
| Loss of intraflight comms | Continue assigned task. Re-establish post-target if feasible. Abort if comms cannot be re-established. |
Safety
Minimum separation between coalition aircraft outside tactical formation: 5 nm / 2,000 ft.