DEPLOYMENT Operation Prevailing Liberty (Phase 2)

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-34225
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z34225 to 2359Z36625

REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card


SITUATION 11 – GRAND FINALE
After months of grinding through the most complex, adaptive, and volatile IADS ever fielded in Afghanistan, Blue forces now stand at the gates of the two remaining strategic nerve centers:

1. The NSF Command Center – Kabul International Airfield
2. The PLA/PLAAF Afghanistan CCP Command Center – Bagram Air Base

These two sites call them the Twin Heads of the Dragon are the last remaining strategic anchors for NSF and Chinese control in Afghanistan. Every missile battery, every radar node, every strike package we have survived thus far was ultimately guided by the operational direction of these two headquarters. Destroy them both, and OPL Phase 2 ends in decisive victory. Fail, and the region remains trapped under both NSF and CCP repression.
NOTE: This is the last ATO for December. There may be additional supplements if required, but this ATO will stand until end of Deployment or if/when Victory conditions are met early.


THE KABUL BATTLESPACE – “THE CHOKEHOLD OF THE CAPITAL”
Enemy Overview
Kabul has transformed into a fortress-city. NSF forces, facing collapse, are dumping their remaining assets into a final stand.

Air Defense Layout
SA-10 “Giant’s Lantern” Strategic SAM Site
Loc: 42S WD 21101 24134
34° 33.5240' N, 69° 13.8007' E
Commanded by Maj. Sayeed Karimullah, who has spent the last month adapting his Grumble doctrine specifically to defeat the F-16C. Expect aggressive tracking, ambush shots, and deceptive radar cycling.

SA-6 “Kandahar Lion” Site – perched on the western ridge
Loc: 42S WD 04152 26725
34° 34.9385' N, 69° 2.7167' E
Reinforced by NSF loyalists who survived our Ghazni strikes and now operate with a martyrdom mentality.

PGZ-09 “Jinwei-9” SHORAD platoons
Dispersed along Kabul’s east/west road network and perimeter arcs.

ZU-23 Technical Patrols
One Taliban patrol per airfield corner. They move, they listen, and they fire without hesitation.

MANPADS in civilian areas
Embedded in apartment blocks, market districts, and abandoned industrial lots. ROE must remain tight.

SA-19 Tunguskas
Remaining units from the Khost stockpiles have been reallocated to Kabul for a final defense.

Rotary Threat
Mi-28 Squadron “NSF Desert Hammer.”
Hunter-killer teams flying early dawn and dusk patterns. They’ve been observed conducting thermal-assisted searches for our low-altitude terrain tactics.

Civilian Situation
Evacuations are underway but NSF is blocking most routes out of the city, using the population as a human shield to deter Western attack. Kabul Airport is fully militarized and shut to all civil traffic.

Primary Target – NSF Command Center
Loc: 42S WD 19444 24393
34° 33.6664' N, 69° 12.7179' E
A hardened bunker complex beneath the southern apron buildings. SIGINT confirm Brig. Gen. Ahmad Darwish Sadeq, overall NSF theater commander, is operating from this bunker.
Victory Condition #1: Destroy the NSF Command Center . Must be penetrated, and rendered inoperable.

THE BAGRAM BATTLESPACE – “THE DRAGON’S HEAD”
Enemy Overview

Bagram AB is the beating heart of PLA/PLAAF operations in Afghanistan. It hosts:

• J-11 “Iron Talons”
• J-11 “Jade Tigers”
• Electronic warfare detachments
• CCP cyber personnel
• Their theater-level command uplink to Beijing

Chinese morale is high here. They believe Kabul will buy them time to execute an airlift and reposition.


Air Defense Layout

• HQ-22 “Sky Lancer” Battery
  Loc: 42S WD 29457 88367
  35° 8.2652' N, 69° 19.4015' E
• SA-5 “Giant Spear” Strategic Long-Range SAM
  Loc: 42S WD 24844 68614
  34° 57.5855' N, 69° 16.3278' E
• PLA armored patrols, ZBD IFVs, and PGZ-09s sweep the field edges on random intervals.

• Primary Target – CCP PLA/PLAAF Command Center
• Loc: 42S WD 23154 66425
  34° 56.4036' N, 69° 15.2132' E
• This is the main nerve center for all PLA ops—security, air tasking, logistics, EW, and the uplink to Joint Staff Beijing. Commanded by PLA General Qiu Liang 司令员 邱亮.
• Victory Condition #2: Destroy the CCP Command building.

PLA ECM NODE – “THE ELECTRIC FOG”
As Kabul destabilizes, PLA uplinks from Bagram have been pumping ECM into the valley to degrade Coalition PGM guidance.

CCP Din W “Electric Fog” ECM Station
Loc: 42S WD 24686 46290
34° 45.5075' N, 69° 16.1846' E

This site includes:

• Multi-tier ECM jammer towers
• A radar analysis bunker
• A buried fiber relay controlling PLA frequency patterns across the region

Destroying Din W will significantly reduce PLA interference on our standoff munitions.

MSN: [SQDRN] 34225

OBJ KABUL-01 — Destroy the NSF Command Center
OBJ KABUL-02 — Suppress/neutralize SA-10 & SA-6
OBJ KABUL-03 — Disrupt/or destroy Mi-28 ‘Desert Hammer’ operations
OBJ KABUL-04 — Sanitize airfield perimeter Technicals/AAA/Tunguska/PGZ belts

OBJ ECM-01 — Destroy the Din W “Electric Fog” ECM Complex
OBJ BAGRAM-01 — Defeat HQ-22 & SA-5 long-range coverage
OBJ BAGRAM-02 — Destroy the CCP Command Center
OBJ BAGRAM-03 — Reduce armored and SHORAD counterattack capability

NOTE: OBJ KABUL-01 AND OBJ BAGRAM-02 ARE THE HVT CAMPAIGN VICTORY OBJ. IF BOTH COMMAND CENTERS ARE TAKEN OUT, THE CAMPAIGN IS ACCOMPLISHED. BUT STRIKE MUST BE ACCOMPLISHED BY A V303FG ASSET. RETURN HOME EARLY TO GERMANY IF C/W.

CAUTION: HQ-22 and additional long-range SAMs defending Bagram. Because of this threat being known North of Bagram, all flights should remain low and behind terrain coverage when possible to remain out of any SAM LOS.

1. v93 FS (F-16)

• Primary OBJ:
• HQ-22 “Sky Lancer” Long-Range SAM Battery – BAGRAM
• 42S WD 29457 88367
  35° 8.2652' N, 69° 19.4015' E
• SA-10 “Giant’s Lantern” Strategic SAM Site – KABUL
• 42S WD 21101 24134
  34° 33.5240' N, 69° 13.8007' E
• 
  
• SA-6 “Kandahar Lion” SAM Site – WEST RIDGE
• 42S WD 04152 26725
  34° 34.9385' N, 69° 2.7167' E
• 
  
• SA-19 “KHYBER CLAWS” – Battery A – KABUL
• 42S WD 16279 28371
  34° 36.400' N, 69° 11.000' E
• 
  
• SA-5 “Giant Spear” Strategic SAM Battery – BAGRAM
• 42S WD 24844 68614
  34° 57.5855' N, 69° 16.3278' E
• 
  
• PLA/PLAAF CCP Command Center Deep Strike – BAGRAM
• 42S WD 23154 66425
  34° 56.4036' N, 69° 15.2132' E
• Status: Victory Condition #2/2
• 
  
• Secondary OBJ: OCA sweep on PLAAF J11s.
• Tertiary OBJ: Take out PLAAF KJ-2000 AWACS when FOX3 window opens up.

1. v303 FS (A-10)

• Primary OBJ (IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER):
• NSF Command Center Deep Strike KABUL AB
• 42S WD 19444 24393
  34° 33.6664' N, 69° 12.7179' E
• Status: Victory Condition #1/2
• SHILKA ZSU-23-4 CRIMSON LATTICE – Node 1
• 42S WD 18403 22180
  34° 32.200' N, 69° 12.000' E
• 
  
• SHILKA ZSU-23-4 CRIMSON LATTICE – Node 2
• 42S WD 19150 22016
  34° 32.100' N, 69° 12.500' E
• 
  
• SHILKA ZSU-23-4 CRIMSON LATTICE – Node 3
• 42S WD 11199 24593
  34° 34.000' N, 69° 7.000' E
• 
  
• SHILKA ZSU-23-4 CRIMSON LATTICE – Node 4
• 42S WD 17955 17530
  34° 29.000' N, 69° 11.500' E
• 
  
• SHILKA ZSU-23-4 CRIMSON LATTICE – Node 5
• 42S WD 15348 27354
  34° 35.750' N, 69° 10.000' E
• NW CORNER ZU23 TECH AAA Patrol – Kabul AB
• 42S WD 18700 24800
  34° 33.950' N, 69° 12.200' E
• 
  
• NE CORNER ZU23 TECH AAA Patrol – Kabul AB
• 42S WD 20500 24900
  34° 34.000' N, 69° 13.350' E
• 
  
• SE CORNER ZU23 TECH AAA Patrol – Kabul AB
• 42S WD 20900 24000
  34° 33.400' N, 69° 13.600' E
• 
  
• SW CORNER ZU23 TECH AAA Patrol – Kabul AB
• 42S WD 18900 23900
  34° 33.300' N, 69° 12.250' E
• 
  
• Key Areas of Interest:
• PLA ECM TOWER (“ELECTRIC FOG”) – KABUL NORTH URBAN PERIMETER
• This is a third essential target for degrading enemy detection. Intelligence links it to PLA mobile EW detachments augmenting NSF command-and-control inside the city.
• 42S WD 20775 23690
  34° 33.150' N, 69° 13.450' E
• MANPADS NEST – “BUTCHER’S QUARTER”
• Located near an old meat-market district repurposed into an NSF weapons rest site.
  42S WD 14838 22055
  34° 32.100' N, 69° 10.600' E
• MANPADS NEST – “THE SHATTERED SCHOOL”
• A bombed-out school reportedly turned into a sniper and MANPADS hideout. Bomb school building if no heat signatures found.
  42S WD 17844 22643
  34° 32.500' N, 69° 11.900' E
• MANPADS NEST – “THE THREE WINDOWS”
• A collapsed apartment block with three exposed windows where IR operators were repeatedly spotted. Bomb the building if required.
  42S WD 15220 25041
  34° 34.000' N, 69° 10.800' E
• 
  
• Secondary OBJ: Execute follow-on CAS under JTAC control on the city of Kabul. JTAC will be stationed around high ridgelines surrounding the bowl overlooking Kabul Metro.

1. Commanders Intent
   • “The 303rd FG will cut off the two serpent heads controlling Afghanistan’s oppression. Kabul and Bagram fall before January. No extensions, no delays. Strike hard, strike accurately, and strike together.”
     

SUPPORT ASSETS

• E-7 “Magic” (AWACS) → RAAF
• C-130 “Stubby” (LOGI) → USAF
• C-17 “Global” (LOGI) → USAF
• B-52 “Grim” (COIN/CAS) → USAF
• MQ-9 “Ghost/Whisper” (ISR / designators) → USAF
• RQ-4 “Nevin/Allister” (wide-area ISR) → USAF
• RC-135 “Cobra/Python” (ELINT/Signals) → USAF
• KC-135 Tankers “Octane / Skybridge” → USAF
• Abrams MBT, Bradley IFV, MLRS, HMMV, Stryker ICV, MRAP “Task Force Iron Dagger” (ground mechanized / JTAC) → Coalition NATO, USAF, USArmy + USMC detachments
• UH-60 “Roadkill” MedEvac Blackhawks (Medivac) → USArmy
• AH-64 “Arrowhead” Apaches (CAS) → USArmy

WEATHER ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

• OAKN 021700Z 30006KT 6SM SCT108 36/02 A3003 NE AFG VIS ~6SM BASE 10827FT QNH 30.03INHG.
  Kandahar AB: 96.8°F, light scattered clouds at 10,827 ft, wind 300° at 6 kt, visibility approx 6 SM, altimeter 30.03 inHg. Winds aloft: 1,600 ft – 14 kt @ 300°, 6,600 ft – 5 kt @ 295°, 26,000 ft – 10 kt @ 241°.
• Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS.

TACTICAL GUIDANCE REMINDERS FOR GROUP
1. Stay low until Makos kill the HQ-22, SA-10 & SA-5
These long-range systems will swat ya instantly if you lose SA.
2. Once SAM coverage collapses — stay standoff and terrain-mask
Kabul basin → use the western ridgeline and southern bowl around Kabul metro.
Do NOT linger over the city at low alt; Shilkas and MANPADS will punish you.
3. The “Crimson Lattice” Shilka grid must be respected until eliminated.
4. Kabul AAA environment is vastly more dangerous than Bagram
Kabul = dense, layered, overlapping, urban-hidden AAA
Bagram = structured, military-pattern SHORAD

5. Best employment patterns:

• Pop-up JDAM drops
• Pop-up SDB or HARMs
• Standoff rockets OR Mavs
• 10–15 second masked attack runs
• NEVER orbit over a target area
• Ingress Egress low behind terrain if SAMs still active whenever safe to do so…
• Egress high if SAMs dead but AAA remains…

Good luck!!



FRAGORD
MSN NUMBER: 93FS34225
TASKUNIT/v93 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/SEAD/OCA/DEEP STRIKE/DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:F16C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/SHOCKWAVE//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: SHOCKWAVE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FS34225
TASKUNIT/v303 FS/ICAO:OAKS//
MSNDAT/STRIKE/CAS/ DEPLOC:OAKS/ARRLOC:OAKS//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:A10C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/SHOCKWAVE//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: SHOCKWAVE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FG34225
MSNDAT/AI/CAS/AIR SUPPORT DEPLOC:OAKS/ARRLOC:OAKS//
TGTLOC/42S WD 19444 24393/NET:AXEMAN/NLT:-/SHOCKWAVE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-33525
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z33525 to 2359Z34125

REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card

SITUATION 10
Over Thankgiving break, remaining hostile cells were eliminated thanks to CYLON 1-1 and GRIM 1-1. With both Gardez and Ghazni Heliport fully cleared and TF Iron Dagger advancing north, the vJFACC now directs a major offensive into SHOCKWAVE AOR, initiating the FINAL PUSH toward Kabul Airbase (NSF HQ) and Bagram Airbase (PLA/PLAAF HQ). The Shockwave Gate is officially open. The enemy knows it. And they’re panicking.

LORE: CCP General Liang Zhenyu, commander of the PLA Forward Expeditionary Joint Task Group at Bagram, is in crisis as Bluefor forces close on Kabul and Bagram far sooner than he ever believed possible. With the fall of Ghazni Heliport, the capture of Gardez’s artillery and armor park, and the collapse of Shockwave’s AAA belts under Hawg and Viper strikes, Liang’s once-stable defensive dome is crumbling. SAMs are relocating in panic, SA-19 coverage has failed, and J-11 CAP are being forced to fly round the clock on alert. Inside the Bagram Command bunker, Liang rages at his staff as the PLA IADS arc flickers and Bluefor icons press dangerously close to the capital. Realizing his position is slipping away, he orders Contingency QINGLONG a full fallback to the Kabul–Bagram defensive axis knowing this is his final chance to hold the line. If Shockwave breaks, Liang knows the Dragon falls, and with it, his command.

Intelligence confirms that the enemy has reconstituted a hardened, layered defense across the Shockwave valley system. PLA and NSF forces have integrated HQ-17 SAMs, SA-19s, long-range HQ22 and SA-5 coverage, and extensive AAA belts (S-60, KS-19, ZU-23) into a dense barrier defending the approach routes to Kabul and Bagram.CAUTION: The HQ22 will has line of sight from Bagram all the way down the HWY Cooridor, use surrounding ridge lines for coverage and stay low when able to stay clear of this state of the art SAM. These systems, alongside J-11 fighter CAP and KJ-2000 AWACS coverage, represent the final integrated enemy defense lines in Phase 2.

To support this final surge, AH-64D Apache units have been attached to the TF Iron Dagger maneuver plan. Apaches will provide additional valley-penetration CAS, low-altitude suppression fires, and convoy interdiction in the deep Shockwave canyons to help alleviate the workload.

v93 FS (F-16C “Makos”) will conduct high-risk DEAD, SEAD, and OCA sweep operations targeting the HQ-17, SA-5. Makos will hold persistent OCA over the southern Shockwave entry and prosecute PLAAF/J-11 CAP attempting to contest the corridor. Secondary targeting includes strategic FOX-3 opportunities on the KJ-2000 AWACS if BYPASS routing provides a firing window.

v303 FS (A-10C “KC Hawgs”) will perform CAS, anti-AAA, interdiction, and urban cleanup operations along the Shockwave ridge belts and valley floor. A-10s will surgically dismantle the SA-19-guarded PLA ammo depot. The S-60, ZU-23, KS-19 sites, and NSF infantry/technical networks threatening TF Iron Dagger’s advance toward Kabul’s southern suburbs.

MSN: [SQDRN] 33525
Tenth week of OPL Phase 2 initiates breaking open SHOCKWAVE AOR, dismantling the PLA/NSF layered defense architecture, and setting conditions for a decisive assault on Kabul AB and the subsequent strike on Bagram’s Dragon Head IADS dome. CAUTION: This is the final AOR of OPL-P2 and heavily defended by NSF/PLA, PLAAF forces. Extreme caution should be taken for strategic flight planning for the remainder of this campaign! Confirmed threats include entrenched SA-19s POS UNKWN, mobile HQ-17 at 42 S VC 72328 58883 (33° 58.2070' N, 68° 42.0279' E), long-range SA-5 at 42 S VC 84202 87985 (34° 13.9696' N, 68° 49.7082' E), extensive ZU-23/S-60/KS-19 AAA networks, mobile NSF infantry technicals, NSF MI-28 squadron out of Kabul AB, Enemy EW and jamming remain significant, limiting full-spectrum ELINT visibility on suspected PLA state-of-the-art HQ-22 and additional long-range SAMs defending Bagram. Because of this threat being known North of Bagram, all flights should remain under FL180 when possible and to use terrain to remain out of any long-range SAM LOS.

1. v93 FS (F-16)

• Primary OBJ: Take out the HQ-17 on Kandahar HWY near FLOT at 42 S VC 72328 58883 as soon as possible.
• Additionally plan a SEAD strike on the SA5 further north from the FLOT at 42 S VC 84202 87985
• Secondary OBJ: OCA sweep on PLAAF J11s.
• Tertiary OBJ: Take out PLAAF KJ-2000 AWACS when FOX3 window opens up.

1. v303 FS (A-10)

• Primary OBJ: Conduct low-altitude interdiction and AAA clearance along the Shockwave entries. Destroy:
  • S-60, ZU-23, KS-19 AAA belts
  • MI-28 staging points
• Key Areas of Interest:
  • Western AAA Site (第67混成高炮旅 / 67th AAA Brigade)
   – 42 S VC 67654 63853
   – AAA cluster with KS-19/S-60 mix, reinforced revetments
  • Central AAA Site (第67混成高炮旅 / 67th AAA Brigade)
   – 42 S VC 72608 59925
   – ZU-23/S-60 belt overwatching MSR; priority to collapse for Iron Dagger movement
• Secondary OBJ: Execute follow-on CAS under JTAC control on the PLA Ammo Depot at 42 S VC 60674 39086
• Tertiary OBJ: Eliminate PLA EWR site at FOB Shank located at 42 S WC 06948 52775

1. Commanders Intent
   • Break open SHOCKWAVE AOR. Destroy the HWY HQ-17, SA-5, and SA-19 SAM belts. Strip away AAA networks. Blind PLAAF oversight. Enable TF Iron Dagger to breach the outer defensive ring of Kabul. Prepare the battlespace for subsequent deep-strike operations into Kabul AB and the final Bagram IADS destruction. Minimize aircraft exposure through tactical low level SEAD, precision standoff effects, and coordinated multi-airframe CAS. Maintain pressure to collapse enemy cohesion and deny regeneration of combat power.

SUPPORT ASSETS
E-7 “Magic” (AWACS) → RAAF
C-130 “Stubby” (LOGI) → USAF
C-17 “Global” (LOGI) → USAF
B-52 “Grim” (COIN/CAS) → USAF
MQ-9 “Ghost/Whisper” (ISR / designators) → USAF
RQ-4 “Nevin/Allister” (wide-area ISR) → USAF
RC-135 “Cobra/Python” (ELINT/Signals) → USAF
KC-135 Tankers “Octane / Skybridge” → USAF
Abrams MBT, Bradley IFV, MLRS, HMMV, Stryker ICV, MRAP “Task Force Iron Dagger” (ground mechanized / JTAC) → Coalition NATO, USAF, USArmy + USMC detachments
UH-60 “Roadkill” MedEvac Blackhawks (Medivac) → USArmy
AH-64 “Arrowhead” Apaches (CAS) → USArmy

WEATHER ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

• OAKN 021700Z 30006KT 6SM SCT108 36/02 A3003 NE AFG VIS ~6SM BASE 10827FT QNH 30.03INHG.
  Kandahar AB: 96.8°F, light scattered clouds at 10,827 ft, wind 300° at 6 kt, visibility approx 6 SM, altimeter 30.03 inHg. Winds aloft: 1,600 ft – 14 kt @ 300°, 6,600 ft – 5 kt @ 295°, 26,000 ft – 10 kt @ 241°.
• Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS.

MSN NUMBER: 93FS33525
TASKUNIT/v93 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/SEAD/OCA/DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:F16C/-//
TGTLOC-/NET:-/NLT:-/SHOCKWAVE//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: SHOCKWAVE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FS33525
TASKUNIT/v303 FS/ICAO:OAKS//
MSNDAT/STRIKE/CAS/ DEPLOC:OAKS/ARRLOC:OAKS//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:A10C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/SHOCKWAVE//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: SHOCKWAVE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FG33525
MSNDAT/AI/CAS/AIR SUPPORT DEPLOC:OAKS/ARRLOC:OAKS//
TGTLOC/42 S VC 45282 07357/NET:AXEMAN/NLT:-/SHOCKWAVE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-32125-B
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z32825 to 2359Z33425

REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card

SITUATION 08B
With this week being Thanksgiving, flight operations will be a follow-on situation to 08A, this is an added supplement to ATO-OPL-32125 for this weeks combat flows. With FOB DESERT DRAGON secured and PLA/NSF defenses collapsing across southern Steeljaw, coalition forces now shift from major node elimination to hunting and eradication of remaining pockets of organized NSF and PLA threats in Steeljaw AOR.

Ghazni City remains the final structured resistance node in Steeljaw... the last major choke point preventing TF Iron Dagger from advancing toward SHOCKWAVE and the PLA’s strategic infrastructure belt.

ISR assets are onstation for dynamic hunting and coordinates.

ENEMY SITUATION
Steeljaw AOR:
• Numerous dynamic pockets of PLA PGZ-09, ZSU-23-4, NSF technicals, mortar teams, and abandoned ANA outposts.
• The Northwest PLA Ammo Depot at 42 S UC 97365 50563 was obliterated by PUMA-1 last night.
• ISR located a second surviving PLA Ammo Depot, positioned along the Kandahar Highway north of the AO at 42 S VC 60793 39075.
• Gardez Airfield intermittently hosts PLA PHL-16 artillery batteries (MGRS 42 S WC 21521 20013). These have fired sporadically into the Steeljaw approach corridor.
• Ghazni outskirts still contain NSF threats roaming around the ridgelines.

Shockwave AOR (Northern Threat):
• Emissions remain active from an SA-5 Gammon battery at BAGRAM, which has launched on CYLON, SPOOKY, FALCON, SWEETTOOTH, and CONDOR flights over the last week. (Roughly 90NM north). The WEZ now partially overlaps the northern Steeljaw airspace and dominates all of central and southern Shockwave.
• High-priority threats expected in coming weeks: HQ-17, HQ-22, and long-range PLA radar sites forming a defensive dome around the “Dragons Head” (PLA/PLAAF Command at Bagram).
• NSF command is now confirmed to be operating a Kabul Airbase control node, providing ISR tracking and surface fires coordination.

1. v93 FS (F-16)

• Primary OBJ: With Steeljaw emissions clean, Makos are clear to push north and begin chiseling away at opportunistic air defense targets on the southern rim of SHOCKWAVE AOR.
• 
  
• Transition to TARCAP: Upon SEAD kills and ISR/A-10 confirmation, transition to persistent TARCAP north of Desert Dragon and over the Ghazni Axis, screening for PLAAF threats. Interdict any PLA rotorcraft or fixed-wing elements attempting to reinforce or exfil within Steeljaw.

1. v303 FS (A-10)

• Primary OBJ: Hunt down all remaining pockets of PLA/NSF activity in Steeljaw AOR.
  • Conduct low-altitude interdiction, cave busting, technical destruction, and fortified compound clearance.
  • Support Iron Dagger’s clearance route into Ghazni.
• 
  
• Key Areas of Interest:
• • Secondary PLA Ammo Depot – 42 S VC 60793 39075
   – Confirmed surviving weapons cache north of AO.
  • PHL-16 Artillery (mobile) – 42 S WC 21521 20013 (Gardez Airfield).
  
  
• Secondary OBJ: Scan within 50nm of AO, for additional surrounding NSF hostile elements as Bluefor moves in. Potential for QRF and Taliban forces in the surrounding areas.

1. Commanders Intent
   • Steeljaw must be completely sanitized this week.
     This a decisive shaping operation for the forthcoming deep-strike SEAD required to dismantle the SA-5 at Bagram and the greater northern PLA IADS dome.
   • This week’s objective is simple:
     Finish Steeljaw. Break Ghazni. Open the gate to Shockwave.
   • Makos spearhead. Hawgs clear the earth.
     TF Iron Dagger pushes north on your success…

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-32125
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z32125 to 2359Z32725


REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card

SITUATION 08A
With FOB DESERT DRAGON eliminated and secure under coalition control, the vJFACC directs a follow-on clearance and interdiction package to dismantle remaining PLA and NSF defensive pockets entrenched throughout the Steeljaw AOR. Intelligence confirms that fragmented PLA remnants primarily PGZ-09 SHORAD, ZSU-23-4, and NSF BMP cells have withdrawn into ridgeline cave networks, abandoned ANA positions, and mobile hide sites stretching north toward Ghazni.

Ghazni City remains the final hostile checkpoint inside the Steeljaw AOR and serves as the last organized staging hub for PLA and NSF resistance before the corridor opens into SHOCKWAVE AOR, where PLA long-range fires and reactor-linked infrastructure are believed to be consolidating. Enemy forces in Ghazni have integrated SHORAD, technicals, and fortified infantry belts to stall Bluefor's northward advance.

v93 FS (F-16C “Makos”) will conduct prioritized AI, SEAD, TARCAP, eliminating any popup SA19, PGZ-09 and ZSU systems along the Ghazni approaches, followed by precision strikes on PLA and NSF strongpoints. They will establish CAP over the Ghazni Axis and deny any PLAAF reinforcement into Steeljaw.

v303 FS (A-10C “KC Hawgs”) will execute AI, CAS, anti-cave operations, low-altitude interdiction, and target cleanup, prosecuting known compounds with caves entrances underground, technicals, armor, and personnel concentrations embedded along the ridgelines and within the Ghazni chokepoint. A-10s will coordinate with JTAC for terminal attack guidance and ensure full clearance for TF Iron Dagger’s movement north.



MSN: [SQDRN] 32125
Eighth week of Phase 2 focuses on clearing Steeljaw AOR of remaining PLA/NSF resistance, conducting deep interdiction and suppression of cave-linked defensive networks, and executing a decisive breach of the Ghazni chokepoint. This will enable TF Iron Dagger’s northward movement toward SHOCKWAVE AOR, facilitating follow-on targeting of PLA strategic infrastructure.

Confirmed threats include dispersed SA19, PGZ-09s, mobile ZSU-23-4, artillery teams, concealed NSF mortar caves, technicals, fortified compounds with subterranean access, and intermittent WingLoong drone ISR support providing fires adjustment for enemy elements. Employ decisive SEAD, standoff PGMs, terrain-masked CAS, and precision attacks.

1. v93 FS (F-16)

• Primary OBJ: Locate, suppress, and destroy SA19, PGZ-09, ZSU-23-4, and any associated radar/optical threats defending corridors leading into and around Ghazni. Conduct precision strikes on anything preventing A-10 ingress.
• Transition to TARCAP: Upon SEAD kills and ISR/A-10 confirmation, transition to persistent TARCAP north of Desert Dragon and over the Ghazni Axis, screening for PLAAF threats. Interdict any PLA rotorcraft or fixed-wing elements attempting to reinforce or exfil within Steeljaw.

1. v303 FS (A-10)

• Primary OBJ: Clear to push with caution into Steeljaw’s ridgeline belt. Destroy NSF fortified cave entrances, technicals, and personnel concentrations embedded in Ghazni’s Western, Eastern and central approaches. Neutralize compounds linked to subterranean tunnel systems.
• Key Areas of Interest:
• PLAAF Ammunition Depot
• – 42 S UC 97337 50586 (NW Steeljaw; priority target but be advised of SHORAD threat)
• Cave Entrance Beneath Dual Compounds (COMPOUNDS.ALPHA)
• – 42 S VC 30966 14002 (priority target . mortars/PKM cache and personnel shelter)
• Additional Cave-Linked Dual Compounds (COMPOUNDS.BRAVO)
• – 42 S VB 78720 94935 (priority target . mortars/PKM cache and personnel shelter) (penetrator-class ordnance recommended to collapse subterranean networks and deny enemy reoccupation. Drop a penetrator on both compound structures for good measure.)
• Secondary OBJ: Scan within 50nm of AO, for additional surrounding NSF hostile elements as Bluefor moves in. Potential for QRF and Taliban forces in the surrounding areas.
• Tertiary: execute follow-on attacks under JTAC control where enemy obstacles impede Iron Dagger’s advance into Ghazni

1. Concept of Operations

• v93FS (F-16 SEAD/escort): Pre-planned on any known SAM emission, and remaining PGZ-09/ZSU threats.
• v303FS (A-10 CAS/escort): Conduct cave suppression, technical/proxy force destruction, and fortified compound clearance. Coordinate with JTAC for terminal attack control and cave-target prosecution. Complete BDA and re-attack recommendations.
• JTAC: Provide terminal guidance, strike sequencing, and clearance of fires into cave/compound complexes. Coordinate with Iron Dagger ground teams along Highway for further advance.
• ISR (RQ-4 NEVIN/ALLISTER): Maintain persistent overhead ISR for BDA, target confirmation, and enemy resupply tracking.
• Provide real-time SAM/AAA spotting for SEAD execution.

1. Commanders Intent
   • Clear Steeljaw of all remaining PLA and NSF organized resistance. Break the Ghazni chokepoint, destroy cave-linked defensive systems, and enable TF Iron Dagger’s northward advance into SHOCKWAVE AOR. Minimize aircraft exposure to remaining SHORAD via decisive SEAD, standoff PGMs, and coordinated CAS. Exploit success with BDA, interdiction, and tunnel-denial strikes to prevent enemy withdrawal or regeneration of combat power.

SUPPORT ASSETS

• E-7 “Magic” (AWACS) → RAAF
• C-130 “Stubby” (LOGI) → USAF
• C-17 “Global” (LOGI) → USAF
• B-52 “Grim” (COIN/CAS) → USAF
• MQ-9 “Ghost/Whisper” (ISR / designators) → USAF
• RQ-4 “Nevin/Allister” (wide-area ISR) → USAF
• RC-135 “Cobra/Python” (ELINT/Signals) → USAF
• KC-135 Tankers “Octane / Skybridge” → USAF
• Abrams MBT, Bradley IFV, MLRS, HMMV, Stryker ICV, MRAP “Task Force Iron Dagger” (ground mechanized / JTAC) → Coalition NATO, USAF, USArmy + USMC detachments
• UH-60 “Roadkill” MedEvac Blackhawks (Medivac) → USArmy

WEATHER ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

• OAKN 021700Z 06806KT 6SM -RA SCT137 39/02 A3051 NE AFG VIS 32480FT→13780FT TURB 4.0KT.
  Kandahar AB: 102.2°F, light rain, scattered clouds at 13,780 ft, wind 068° at 6 kt, visibility variable 32,480 ft → 13,780 ft, altimeter 30.51 inHg, turbulence 4.0 kt.
• Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS.

MSN NUMBER: 93FS32125
TASKUNIT/v93 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/SEAD/TARCAP/DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:F16C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW/
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: DRAGNET//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FS32125
TASKUNIT/v303 FS/ICAO:OAKS//
MSNDAT/STRIKE/CAS/ DEPLOC:OAKS/ARRLOC:OAKS//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:A10C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: DRAGNET//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FG32125
MSNDAT/AI/CAS/AIR SUPPORT DEPLOC:OAKS/ARRLOC:OAKS//
TGTLOC/42 S VC 45282 07357/NET:AXEMAN/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/NAME: DRAGNET//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-31425
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z31425 to 2359Z32025

REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card


SITUATION 07A
After successful Khost seizure operations, the vJFACC directs a decisive strike package against FOB DESERT DRAGON — a PLA ARMOR HQ and forward Chinese command node. Intelligence indicates the FOB houses senior PLA command staff and contains a functioning HQ-17 site and an LD-3000 C-RAM capability. A high-value individual (HVT), Gen. Li Zhenhua (PLA 9th Armor), is assessed to be operating within the main command compound. Neutralizing this FOB will disrupt PLA tactical command and tempo across the Steeljaw axis and materially enable our northward advance.

v93 FS (F-16C “Makos”) will provide prioritized SEAD/DEAD to suppress and destroy HQ-17 and associated SAM/air defense assets, employ SDB (GBU-39B) packages, and establish escort/air superiority windows for follow-on bomber and strike elements.

v303 FS (A-10C “KC Hawgs”) are to provide CAS and terminal attack guidance against cleared tactical armor and command compounds inside the FOB once radar threats are neutralized. A-10s will clear approaches for ISR, mark targets, and perform battle damage assessment (BDA) for re-attack cycles with the help of JTAC.

MSN: [SQDRN] 31425
Seventh week of Phase 2 (THIS MARKS HALFWAY POINT OF DEPLOYMENT) is to Destroy FOB DESERT DRAGON command node, disable PLA HQ-17 and LD-3000 defenses, eliminate armored command capability and remove HVT presence (Gen. Li Zhenhua) from the Campaign. Render the FOB unserviceable for continued PLA command & control or logistics support.

Confirmed HQ-17 mobile SAM coverage, mobile SA-3 possible near HQ-17 location, advanced Chinese LD-3000 C-RAM/point defense, PLA small arms and QRF militia, armored counter-pockets and possible rotary CAP in AO. Use robust SEAD and standoff SDBs where appropriate.

1. v93 FS (F-16)

• Primary OBJ: Locate, suppress, and destroy HQ-17 systems and LD-3000 C-RAM emplacements around FOB Desert Dragon. Neutralize any local SA-3 / mobile radar that threaten Bluefor bomber/standoff deliveries. Employ coordinated HARM + SDB packages.
• 
  
• Transition to TARCAP: Once frontline AAA/rotor threats are suppressed (ISR/BDA confirmation)let the KC Hawgs know and then transition to persistent TARCAP over Dragon Corridor and Steeljaw front lanes setting up for another likely J-11 confrontation. If able - Keep on look out down low, and interdict PLA rotary elements during exfil and follow-on strikes.
• Tertiary: Provide escort for GRIM 1-1 (B-52) and CAS packages once AD suppressed.

1. v303 FS (A-10)

• Primary OBJ: Free to engage from standoff ranges on target (HQ17 WEZ is 11nm. Once SEAD confirms radar kill/ISRs are green, destroy armor command quarters, armor buildings, vehicle parking, and personnel concentrations within FOB Desert Dragon. Conduct terminal attack control for CAS strikes and ensure clearance for bomber strikes as required. Utilize JTAC. Quick turn re-arm, hot-refuel at Khost if required.
• PLA Armor Command quarters 42 S VB 65893 84652
• PLA Armor garages 42 S VB 65551 84540
• PLA Comms tower 42 S VB 65677 84431
• PLA Helipads 42 S VB 65939 84772
• And any other targets IVO the FOB.
  
  
• Secondary OBJ: Scan within 50nm of AO, for additional surrounding NSF hostile elements as Bluefor moves in. Potential for QRF and Taliban forces in the surrounding areas.
• Tertiary: Known Taliban compound up in the Northern Ridgeline from FOB Desert Dragon.
• 42 S VB 78742 94943 ELEV: 8081FT

1. Concept of Operations

• v93FS (F-16 SEAD/escort): Pre-planned SEAD packages will prosecute HQ-17, LD-3000, and suspected SA3 emitters.
• v303FS (A-10 CAS/escort): Perform STRIKE/CAS and terminal attacks on Command building, armor garages, personnel concentrations, and helipads. JTACs direct clearance and confirm kill chains.
• JTAC: Ground Terminal control for clearance strikes.
• Grim 1-1 (B-52 STRIKE): Provides cleanup strikes on AO once SAM threat is taken out.

1. Commanders Intent
   • Destroy Desert Dragon as a functional PLA command and armor node. Remove command leadership and make the FOB unusable for sustained PLA operations. Minimize friendly exposure to SAM/LD-3000 systems through prioritized SEAD and standoff employment of SDBs. Once achieved, exploit success with BDA and re-attacks to prevent rapid recovery.

SUPPORT ASSETS
E-7 “Magic” (AWACS) → RAAF
C-130 “Stubby” (LOGI) → USAF
C-17 “Global” (LOGI) → USAF
B-52 “Grim” (COIN/CAS) → USAF
MQ-9 “Ghost/Whisper” (ISR / designators) → USAF
RQ-4 “Nevin/Allister” (wide-area ISR) → USAF
RC-135 “Cobra/Python” (ELINT/Signals) → USAF
KC-135 Tankers “Octane / Vaportrail” → USAF
Abrams MBT, Bradley IFV, MLRS, HMMV, Stryker ICV, MRAP “Task Force Iron Dagger” (ground mechanized / JTAC) → Coalition NATO, USAF, USArmy + USMC detachments
UH-60 “Roadkill” MedEvac Blackhawks (Medivac) → USArmy

WEATHER ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

• OAKN 021700Z 06706KT 6SM SCT082 39/02 A3051 NE AFG VIS 32480FT→12795FT TURB 4.0KT. Kandahar AB: 102.2°F, wind 067° at 6 kt, visibility variable 32,480 ft → 12,795 ft, scattered clouds at 8,202 ft, altimeter 30.51 inHg, turbulence 4.0 kt. Winds aloft: 1,600 ft – 12 kt from 068°, 6,600 ft – 8 kt from 295°, 26,000 ft – 12 kt from 135°. Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS prior to ingress.
• Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS.

FRAGORD
MSN NUMBER: 93FS31425
TASKUNIT/v93 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/SEAD/BARCAP/DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:F16C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: KINGKONG//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FS31425
TASKUNIT/v303 FS/ICAO:OAKS//
MSNDAT/STRIKE/CAS/ DEPLOC:OAKS/ARRLOC:OAKS//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:A10C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: KINGKONG//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FG31425
MSNDAT/AI/CAS/AIR SUPPORT DEPLOC:OAKS/ARRLOC:OAKS//
TGTLOC/42 S VB 65753 84699/NET:AXEMAN/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/NAME: KINGKONG//
JTAC/PFREQ: 123.325/NAME: AXEMAN//

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-30725
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z30725 to 2359Z31325

REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card

SITUATION 06A
Good work taking out the PLA 7th and 9th forward armor elements. Next up… we are to attack, clear, and secure the Khost dirt strip to enable Bluefor and our A-10s to land and establish a strategic Forward Operating Base. This position deep and secluded, behind the FLOT within enemy lines will materially shorten transit times for future AOR, raise sortie generation rate, and provide persistent CAS/strike capability for the northern advance through Steeljaw into Shockwave.

v93 FS (F-16C “Makos”) will provide SEAD/DEAD packages against confirmed SA-6 and PGZ-09 positions around the airfield; suppress local PLA AD and EWR nodes for ingress/egress windows and Provide day/night escort for transports and ISR assets.

v303 FS (A-10C “KC Hawgs”) are to provide persistent CAS overwatch and terminal attack guidance for clearance teams; coordinate with SEAD for AD suppression. Execute combat landing, establish immediate on-field security and FARP operations; generate future msn launches from Khost.


MSN: [SQDRN] 30725
Sixth week of Phase 2 is to Seize and secure the dirt strip Khost airfield (NE corner Steeljaw AOR). Located ~234 NM NE of Kandahar and positioned just 66NM east of FOB Desert Dragon, Khost will shorten transit times to northern target sets, increase sortie generation and persistent CAS availability for the task force, and provide a forward node for logistics and sustained strike operations but expect credible PLA SA-6/PGZ-09 threats, QRF NSF militia responses, and the need for robust SEAD before any manned landings. Successful seizure of Khost field will earn HHQ consideration for priority forward operating field designation and allocation of additional logistics & msn generation assets to the v303FG.

1. v93 FS (F-16)

• Primary OBJ: Immediate surprise attack suppression/destruction of any emissions around the airfield. Persistent ISR → identify AD/SHORAD nodes (priority: SA-6 + PGZ-09 at Khost).
• Transition to TARCAP: Once frontline AAA/rotor threats are suppressed (ISR/BDA confirmation)let the KC Hawgs know and then transition to persistent TARCAP over Dragon Corridor and Steeljaw front lanes setting up for another likely J-11 confrontation.

1. v303 FS (A-10)

• Primary OBJ: Immediate surprise attack and CAS to clear immediate field approaches from local threats and QRF around Khost field.
  
  
• Secondary OBJ: Ensure the successful C-130 and C-17 Airlifted insert of EOD/engineer team in secured window onto the field through overwatch and oncall JTAC CAS. A-10s will then conduct combat landing for immediate FARP activation. Bluefor will be working hard with logistics from Kandahar Emplace fuel/muns, harden defensive positions, rotate personnel through various approaches and departures onto the dirt strip.
• Nextday–Onward: Generate all future A-10 msn launches from Khost for northern TGTs, provide persistent CAS/support to TF advance.
• Tertiary: PLA Sharana AB shows a PHL-16 artillery concentration that can threaten TF depth and is now open for prosecution if able since its HQ17 defense is now taken out.
• 42 S VB 85376 64694, N33°07.250' E 68° 50.594' ELEV: 7382FT

1. Concept of Operations
2. v93FS (F-16 SEAD/escort): SEAD/DEAD, escort fix/airlift, suppress PLA radar and mobile AD.
3. v303FS (A-10 CAS/escort): Close CAS, terminal attack control, escort fix/airlift during primary landing and ensure FOB operations begin with air security.
4. JTAC: Ground Terminal control for clearance strikes and combat landing protections. Will provide Landing Zone Controller for initial Khost field takeover.
5. Airlift (C-130/C-17): Insert engineers, EOD, fuel bladders, and ground security; perform resupply shuttles to build FOB.
6. Engineers / EOD / Security Forces: Rapid runway clearance, FARP emplace, perimeter security, UXO mitigation.

Commanders Intent

• Clear the immediate area of hostile AD/SHORAD, militia, and QRF threats; secure perimeter; enable persistent overwatch. Khost field will be held by Bluefor with functional refuel/arm capability, secure perimeter, and ISR/air defenses suppressed sufficiently for A-10 ops.

SUPPORT ASSETS

• E-7 “Magic” (AWACS) → RAAF
• C-130 “Stubby” (LOGI) → USAF
• C-17 “Global” (LOGI) → USAF
• B-52 “Grim” (COIN/CAS) → USAF +1 week wait for reinforcements back on station
• MQ-9 “Ghost/Whisper” (ISR / designators) → USAF
• RQ-4 “Nevin/Allister” (wide-area ISR) → USAF
• RC-135 “Cobra/Python” (ELINT/Signals) → USAF
• KC-135 Tankers “Octane / Vaportrail” → USAF
• Abrams MBT, Bradley IFV, MLRS, HMMV, Stryker ICV, MRAP “Task Force Iron Dagger” (ground mechanized / JTAC) → Coalition NATO, USAF, USArmy + USMC detachments
• UH-60 “Roadkill” MedEvac Blackhawks (Medivac) → USArmy

WEATHER ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

• OAKN 021700Z 06806KT 6SM SCT082 39/02 A3051 NE AFG VIS 32480FT→12795FT TURB 3.0KT. Kandahar AB: 102.2°F, wind 068° at 6 kt, visibility variable 32,480 ft → 12,795 ft, scattered clouds at 8,202 ft, altimeter 30.51 inHg, turbulence 3.0 kt. Winds aloft: 1,600 ft – 14 kt from 068°, 6,600 ft – 8 kt from 295°, 26,000 ft – 14 kt from 135°.
• Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS.

MSN NUMBER: 93FS30725
TASKUNIT/v93 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/SEAD/BARCAP/DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:F16C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 251.5/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FS30725
TASKUNIT/v303 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/AI/CAS/ DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKS//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:A10C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 251.5/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FG30725
MSNDAT/AI/CAS/AIR SUPPORT DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKS//
TGTLOC/42 S WB 89264 88999/NET:AXEMAN/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 251.5/NAME: AXEMAN//

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-30025
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z30025 to 2359Z30625

REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card


SITUATION 05A
Last week was costly for Blueforces. We suffered significant platform and personnel losses across the front. That said, we achieved decisive effects against several high-value PLA elements and have a viable window to exploit. Immediate priorities are to rebound our tempo, and finish the destruction of remaining frontline PLA armor and IADS so TF Iron Dagger can renew its northward advance.

Key Effects and Current Enemy Disposition

• Major EWR / IADS effects: The majority of Steeljaw EWR nodes have been destroyed. Multiple frontline HQ-7 and HQ-17 sites that directly protected the FLOT were removed by v93FS SEAD ops. The deeper SA-10 C2 node that covered Steeljaw and Shockwave was largely neutered... a major degradation of PLA IADS WEZ reach though some launcher elements remain. One HQ-17 signal persists from the PLA Armor HQ at FOB Desert Dragon.
• PLA armor: The PLA 7th Armor Battalion forward element has been heavily fractured by v303FS air support; multiple dismount pockets remain and are withdrawing north. The 9th Armor Battalion forward element is currently halted and holding ground east of Qara Bagh. Task Force scouts and an on-station JTAC (Axeman) are monitoring the 9th and are ready to call CAS on station.
• Mechanized & light forces: Multiple NSF BMP cells and isolated “tango” elements are dispersed throughout the objective area and present continuous short-range mechanized threats to the FLOT.
• AAA / rotor threats: ZSU-23 and other mobile AAA systems, plus Mi-8 escorts, continue to maneuver along the FLOT and remain an immediate tactical hazard to CAS operations and low/wingman penetration profiles. Parked/abandoned Mi-8s at Urgoon Heliport and Ghazni ramps present high-value opportunistic targets.
• Other air defenses: Ghazni Heliport hosts a dormant SA-6 emplacement (no factor for this week); SA-2 coverage exists in the northern Steeljaw sectors (not currently decisive at the FLOT). Another HQ17 is emitting from FOB Desert Dragon. Stay away for now.

Friendly Friction and Losses

• Blue took heavy attrition during last week’s high-intensity exchanges (notably GRIM 1-1, B52H. WARLOCK 1-2, F16 “Hudson”, SPOOKY 1-1, A10C “Mattie” SPOOKY 1-2 “Muldoon”) and unfortunate Blue on Blue Guns exchange due to no PID or trolling (WARLOCK 1-3, F16C “Beercan”). PLA high end HQ-7 AND HQ-17 systems demonstrated especially lethal behavior: very small, fast engaging WEZs that often provide little RWR cueing and can “snap” to track/fire in seconds, particularly dangerous when multiple aircraft are simultaneously in the AO as only the aircraft its tracking will receive any sort of tone on RWR at any given time, where the other aircraft will be sensor clear until sudden change of track. This characteristic contributed directly to the B52 loss and a subsequent change of track barrage-kill on Spooky 1-1 (Mattie) A-10C. Although Intel shows 1x remaining HQ17 in Steeljaw at this time, all aircraft should Use terrain masking/low-observable ingress when flying into its WEZ, coordinated SEAD, and staggered axial approaches to mitigate the fight on her. She is a nasty SAM site.

v93 FS (F-16C “Makos”)

• Immediate suppression and destruction of ZSU-class threats, popup mobile SAM emissions, and any inbound rotor or fixed-wing threats that jeopardize A-10 CAS windows or TF maneuver. Drones (Wing Loong) are no longer a required target engage UAS only if they present an immediate kinetic threat or critical ISR value. Although be advised they continue to drop munitions on our Task Force, as shown here in prior msns:
  

v303 FS (A-10C “KC Hawgs”)

• Immediately prosecute the remaining PLA 9th Armor Battalion forward element and exploit any targets of opportunity along the frontline.
• “Axeman 1-1” JTAC is on-station and cleared hot for TGT requests and terminally control CAS to obliterate the 9th Armor defense when v303 packages are inbound and established.

Please reference OPL-P2 SIPRnet for latest feed of intel and combat after action reports for latest information each week.

MSN: [SQDRN] 30025
Fifth week of Phase 2 is to exploit the window created by neutralized frontline HQ-17 nodes. We have limited time to exploit this gap in the Chinese defense. Protect A-10 CAS windows, neutralize frontline AAA/ZSU concentrations and remaining frontline IADS, and decisively destroy/exploit PLA 9th Armor forward element plus any targets of opportunity to enable TF Iron Dagger’s deliberate assault (follow-on: on FOB Desert Dragon, FOB Vulcan, FOB Ghazni Heliport)

1. v93 FS (F-16)

• Primary OBJ:Immediate suppression/destruction of any emissions on the frontline. ZSU-class AAA, mobile optical/radar nodes, and any inbound rotor wing threats that jeopardize A-10 CAS windows or Task Force maneuver. Ensure PID on TGT via IFF Mode 3, and A/A or A/G TGP before firing on all hostiles.
  • ZSU ALPHA 42 S VB 27738 75171, N33°12.781'E 68°13.475',
  • ZSU BRAVO 42 S VB 34998 69897, N33°09.955'E 68°18.172'
• Transition to BARCAP: Once frontline AAA/rotor threats are suppressed (ISR/BDA confirmation)let the KC Hawgs know and then transition to persistent BARCAP over Dragon Corridor and Steeljaw front lanes setting up for likely J-11 confrontation. Provide continuous topcover for A-10 ingress/egress and TF maneuver; remain ready to intercept REDAIR as PLA reacts aggressively to our pressure.
• Tertiary: Provide target designation support, terminal guidance, and fighter escort for A-10 CAS windows if required. PLA Sharana AB shows a PHL-16 artillery concentration that can threaten TF depth and is now open for prosecution if able since its HQ17 defense is now taken out.
  • 42 S VB 85376 64694, N33°07.250' E 68° 50.594' ELEV: 7382FT

1. v303 FS (A-10)

• Primary OBJ:Prosecute the PLA 9th Armor Battalion forward element and destroy/exploit adjacent mechanized threats and targets of opportunity along the frontline. Axeman JTAC is on-station and cleared to terminally control CAS to obliterate the 9th Armor defense.
  • 42 S VB 22912 62808 ELEV: 6673FT (E of Qara Bagh).
• Secondary OBJ: Clear retreating remnants/dismounts of the 7th Armor moving north and eliminate NSF BMP cells and tango mechanized BMP pockets around the objective area.
• Tertiary: Exploit and strike abandoned rotors at PLA Urgoon Helibaseas HQ17 defense is now taken out.
  • 42 S WB 14234 44424 ELEV: 7467FT

1. Concept of Operations

• v93 FS conducts immediate frontline suppression of ZSU/AAA and any SAM emission popups along the frontline to clear A-10 windows. Simultaneously, v303 packages launch to exploit 9th Armor and mechanized cells with JTAC marking CAS onstation support.
• Corridor Shaping: Rolling SEAD missions neutralize residual popup SAM nodes. After suppression, v93 transitions to BARCAP to hold the corridor.
• CAS & Exploitation: A-10s prosecute 9th Armor, retreating 7th remnants, BMP cells, and POIs. Hold on station to cover TF Iron Dagger’s FLOT and enable rapid exploitation of armor sightings.
• JTAC Integration: JTAC (Axeman) provides recon overwatch on the PLA 9TH Armor element, marking, and immediate target updates.
• Recover / Report: Recover to Kandahar AB (OAKN) for BDA/AAR. Upload sensor footage and munitions state to SIPR immediately.

1. Deconfliction
   • Flight Leads must deconflict and ensure PID with all shared-AO operations when v93 and v303 elements operate within the same airspace. NO BLUE ON BLUE.
   • When tuning into JTAC, let AOR net know when checking out. Or remain also on AOR net if radios allow.
   • Initial check-in with AWACS/Warlord per IFG at 15 NM outbound or as briefed by Mission Commander.

• ISR assets on-station for additional target designation and updates via F10 menu as required for Windblade AOR only (Steeljaw airspace is still not safe for ISR support).
• Reference FRAG orders and maps for additional unit ATOs & planning overlays.
• “OPEN DOOR” approved on WINDBLADE AOR and STEELJAW AOR.
• Do not engage SHOCKWAVE AOR and SENTINAL AOR unless otherwise briefed/authorized.
• PID required for all engagement

1. Commanders Intent
   • Exploit the degraded PLA IADS window to destroy the 9th Armor forward element, hunt down retreating 7th remnants, and eliminate mechanized threats along the FLOT. Protect A-10 CAS windows to enable sustained CAS for TF Iron Dagger’s northward assault.

SUPPORT ASSETS

• E-7 “Magic” (AWACS) → RAAF
• C-130 “Stubby” (LOGI) → USAF
• C-17 “Global” (LOGI) → USAF
• B-52 “Grim” (COIN/CAS) → USAF +1 week wait for reinforcements back on station
• MQ-9 “Ghost/Whisper” (ISR / designators) → USAF
• RQ-4 “Nevin/Allister” (wide-area ISR) → USAF
• RC-135 “Cobra/Python” (ELINT/Signals) → USAF
• KC-135 Tankers “Octane / Vaportrail” → USAF
• Abrams MBT, Bradley IFV, MLRS, HMMV, Stryker ICV, MRAP “Task Force Iron Dagger” (ground mechanized / JTAC) → Coalition NATO, USAF, USArmy + USMC detachments
• UH-60 “Roadkill” MedEvac Blackhawks (Medivac) → USArmy

WEATHER ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

• OAKN 021700Z 06806KT 6SM SCT082 39/02 A3051 NE AFG VIS 32480FT→12795FT TURB 3.0KT. Kandahar AB: 102.2°F, wind 068° at 6 kt, visibility variable 32,480 ft → 12,795 ft, scattered clouds at 8,202 ft, altimeter 30.51 inHg, turbulence 3.0 kt. Winds aloft: 1,600 ft – 14 kt from 068°, 6,600 ft – 8 kt from 295°, 26,000 ft – 14 kt from 135°.
• Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS.
• Note: Heavy Overcast LIMA is no longer a factor.

MSN NUMBER: 93FS30025
TASKUNIT/v93 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/SEAD/BARCAP/DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:F16C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 251.5/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FS30025
TASKUNIT/v303 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/AI/CAS/ DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:A10C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 251.5/NAME: AXEMAN//

MSN NUMBER: 303FG30025
MSNDAT/AI/CAS/AIR SUPPORT DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
TGTLOC/42 S VB 22904 62815 /NET:AXEMAN/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/NAME: FEAR//
JTAC/PFREQ: 251.5/NAME: AXEMAN//

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-29325-2
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z29325 to 2359Z29925

REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card

SITUATION 04A
TF Iron Dagger continues deliberate northward pressure toward Steeljaw. Over the last two weeks PLA Wing Loong-1 UAS traffic into the AOR has been identified by multiple v303FG sipr reports; last night a Wing Loong dropped a munition in proximity to TF maneuver elements and has since become HOT against Bluefor ground forces. TF ground reports indicate PLA UAS are conducting ISR and at-will strike runs on columns and dismounted elements.

PLA engineering elements are reinforcing FOB Desert Dragon and preparing layered point defenses. PLA commander Col. 赵雅芙 Zhao Yafu in the sector has been observed to be increasingly irritable and risk-acceptant as Bluefor pressure grows… expect more aggressive Red air coverage, hasty SAM / MANPADS employment, and lower thresholds for counter-fire as we push on FOB Desert Dragon.

v93 FS (F-16C “Makos”) are directed to Immediate Offensive Counter Air (OCA) against Wing Loong-1 UAS and opportunistic PLA aerial targets while continuing SEAD/DEAD to clear the Dragon Corridor for TF Iron Dagger’s advance. Engaged drones to be treated as high-value pop-up munitions threat; shoot-down authority granted for targets of opportunity consistent with ROE and PID. Use A/A TGP modes to confirm PID.
v303 FS (A-10C “KC Hawgs”) tasked to clear remaining hostile ground cells in Windblade AOR to prepare the zone for the handoff north into Steeljaw.
Please reference OPL-P2 SIPRnet for latest feed of intel and combat after action reports for latest information each week.

MSN: [SQDRN] 29325
Fourth week of Phase 2 centers on immediate Offensive Counter Air (OCA) against the surge of PLA Wing Loong-1 UAS in the AOR. Flights are tasked to aggressively prosecute and, where PID allows, shoot down UAS and any opportunistic aerial targets while executing urgent SEAD/DEAD to carve and hold the Dragon Corridor for TF Iron Dagger’s northward push toward PLA FOB Desert Dragon. Simultaneously, we are to clear remaining hostile ground pockets across Windblade AOR to prepare the zone for transition into Steeljaw AOR. Remaining enemy pockets to be struck and cleared. Shape ingress lanes for the deliberate assault on FOB Desert Dragon.

1. v93 FS (F-16)

Primary OBJ: Offensive Counter Air the zone for PLA Drone or Rotor threats. Search and destroy PLA Wing Loong-1 UAS operating in the AOR. Aggressively prosecute shoot-downs of any UAS that present kinetic threat to TF Iron Dagger or Bluefor ground forces. Keep an eye out for J11 Redair.
Secondary OBJ: Clear and sanitize emissions in the DRAGON CORRIDOR to permit TF Iron Dagger’s northward advance and establish persistent BARCAP to protect A-10 AI/CAS windows. Continue SEAD/DEAD attempts against high threat HQ-17/SA-10 and any PLA radar nodes discovered in corridor.
Tertiary OBJ: Provide target designation and terminal guidance for A-10 strikes on priority ground pockets when required.

1. v303 FS (A-10)

Primary OBJ: COMPLETE Eliminate remaining hostile ground forces in Windblade AOR to permit TF staging for a push into Steeljaw. Clear the following hostile pockets (Coords rough estimate):

• 42 S UB 33656 51356 — Rugby Technicals (mountain strongpoint)
• 42 S VA 39566 66372 — BMPs at Desert Camp
• 42 S UB 61325 32735 — Taliban Commandos, ridgeline W of Kandahar HWY

Secondary OBJ: Strike/neutralize PLA nodes if muns allow:

• 42 S UB 46117 91244 — PLA Radar Site ALPHA
• 42 S WB 24169 11585 — PLA Radar Site BRAVO
• 42 S VB 26952 79295 – PLA 7TH ARMOR BATTALION FORWARD ELEMENT
• 42 S VB 31139 69869 – PLA 9TH ARMOR BATTALION FORWARD ELEMENT

Concept of Operations

1. OCA & UAS Suppression (MAKOS): Immediate launch packages to prosecute Wing Loong tracks reported inbound. Use FOX2 and guns as appropriate; engage UAS with kinetic means where A/A TGP PID confirmed. If any PLA Rotors found, free to engage as well.
2. SEAD/DEAD & Corridor Shaping (MAKOS): Conduct rolling SEAD passes to neutralize PLA high threat emitters and create a sanitized ingress for Dragon Corridor. Establish persistent BARCAP inside the corridor once primary SEAD windows complete.
3. CAS & Ground Clearance (HAWGS): A-10 flights ingress to clear listed hostile pockets. Hold onstation to cover TF Iron Dagger’s FLOT as they start advancing down the Kandahar HWY. Hawgs transition to eliminating both PLA Radar nodes if muns allow.
4. MQ-9/RQ-4 ISR maintain overwatch, relay real-time targeting, and mark threat relocations if req.
5. Recover all flights to Kandahar AB (OAKN) for BDA and AAR.
6. Deconfliction & Control
   • Flight Leads must deconflict all shared-AO operations when v93 and v303 elements operate within the same airspace.
   • Initial check-in with AWACS/Warlord per IFG at 15 NM outbound or as briefed by Mission Commander.

• ISR assets on-station for additional target designation and updates via F10 menu as required.
• Reference FRAG orders and maps for additional unit ATOs & planning overlays.
• “OPEN DOOR” approved on WINDBLADE AOR and STEELJAW AOR.
• Do not engage SHOCKWAVE AOR and SENTINAL AOR unless otherwise briefed/authorized.
• PID required for all engagements.

1. Commanders Intent
   • Deny PLA/PLAAF freedom of Drone surveillance in Windblade and open a secure Dragon Corridor enabling TF Iron Dagger to posture for deliberate assault on FOB Desert Dragon.

SUPPORT ASSETS

• E-7 “Magic” (AWACS) → RAAF
• C-130 “Stubby” (LOGI) → USAF
• C-17 “Global” (LOGI) → USAF
• B-52 “Grim” (COIN/CAS) → USAF
• MQ-9 “Ghost/Whisper” (ISR / designators) → USAF
• RQ-4 “Nevin/Allister” (wide-area ISR) → USAF
• RC-135 “Cobra/Python” (ELINT/Signals) → USAF
• KC-135 Tankers “Octane / Vaportrail” → USAF
• Abrams MBT, Bradley IFV, MLRS, HMMV, Stryker ICV, MRAP “Task Force Iron Dagger” (ground mechanized / JTAC) → Coalition NATO, USAF, USArmy + USMC detachments
• UH-60 “Roadkill” MedEvac Blackhawks (Medivac) → USArmy

WEATHER ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

• OAKN 021700Z 20902KT 6SM SCT179 37/01 A3051 NE AFG VIS 32480FT→12795FT TURB 3.6KT. Kandahar AB: 98.6°F, wind 209° at 2 kt, visibility variable 32,480 ft → 12,795 ft, scattered clouds at 17,913 ft, altimeter 30.51 inHg, turbulence 3.6 kt. Winds aloft: 1,600 ft – 4 kt from 209°, 6,600 ft – 4 kt from 249°, 26,000 ft – 17 kt from 209°.
• Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS.

Note: SANDSTORM Juliet is no longer a factor.

FRAGORD
MSN NUMBER: 93FS29325
TASKUNIT/v93 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/OCA/SEAD/BARCAP/DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:F16C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: DRAGNET//

MSN NUMBER: 303FS29325-2 **UPDATE**
TASKUNIT/v303 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/AI/CAS/ DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:A10C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: DRAGNET//

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FROM: v93rd Fighter Squadron (Created by JJnine , Guts , Stretch , Duchess )
TO: All Group Aircrew / Squadrons / Command Elements
SUBJECT: Establishment of the DRAGON IADS Corridor — Sanitation Commences

With our limited manning, to enable sustained northward prosecution into PLA-controlled airspace and permit follow-on strike operations against high-value PLA targets, the v303rd Fighter Group is establishing a controlled IADS transit lane now designated DRAGON. Makos will act as corridor custodian and begin sanitation operations immediately. Corridor clearance will be staged and initial sanitation runs will open DRAGON.SOUTH → DRAGON.CENTRAL.
Transit beyond Dragon.Central is locked until HHQ publishes “DOOR OPEN.” on the next stage of operations.

CORRIDOR WAYPOINTS (USE IN BRIEFINGS / MISSION PLANS)​

DRAGON.SOUTH (MAIN ENTRANCE)
Grid: 42 S VB 54508 13912
Lat/Lon: N 32°39.715' E 68°30.891'
— Primary ingress point. All flights should enter the Dragon corridor here.

DRAGON.CENTRAL (HEART OF CORRIDOR)
Grid: 42 S WC 11170 24250
Lat/Lon: N 33°39.484' E 69°07.229'

DRAGON.NORTH (BAGRAM — PLA HQ / FURTHEST NORTH)
Grid: 42 S WD 15012 68397
Lat/Lon: N 34°57.479' E 69°09.865'

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BYPASS CORRIDOR (WESTERN ROUTE) — ADDED POINTS​

BYPASS.SOUTH
Grid: 41 S QS 37470 53968
Lat/Lon: N 32°59.897' E 65°32.501'


BYPASS.NORTH
Grid: 42 S WF 09756 82864
Lat/Lon: N 36°53.502' E 69°06.569'

THREATS / OPERATING CONSTRAINTS​

• Expect Red Air, unknown SAM emplacements, and mobile HQ-17 pop-ups in and adjacent to corridor grids.
• BARCAP and emission scanning required on every sortie transiting or operating near corridor.
• HARM Priority: Mobile launchers and active high-value emitters. Conserve HARM stocks and prosecute per tactical priority.
• EMCON Discipline: Maintain emission control unless specifically directed for SEAD/EW prosecution. Broadcast whenever a new threat pops up so other flights are aware of the corridor SITREP.
• When necessary, Preserve munitions for HVEs. Prioritize mobile launchers and emitters that threaten corridor integrity.
• If corridor is compromised, Makos will execute rapid SEAD slapshots re-sequencing or direct fallback to the Western Bypass Corridor.

See PDF here: https://www.v303rdfightergroup.com/....11039/&hash=ab2f506944cc00e8bdb90fe3825d34d0

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-28625
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z28625 to 2359Z29225

REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card

SITUATION 03A
Excellent work neutralizing Taliban command and EWR coverage throughout Windblade AOR. With their early warning net shattered, Task Force Iron Dagger continue pressing its armored columns north along the Kandahar–Ghazni Highway into the mountain passes leading toward Steeljaw.

*URGENT: Late last night, UH-60 MEDEVAC callsign “Roadkill 2-1” went down in the Windblade mountains, west of the HWY after reporting engine fire after taking a hit from suspected Manpad insurgents. The crew transmitted a short “Mayday–Mayday” before the beacon switched to emergency mode. ISR confirms the beacon is still active, but PLA recon detachments and NSF militia are racing from the north to seize the wreck and any survivors. Terrain is steep, weather volatile, and time is critical. TF Iron Dagger requests immediate air support to assist with recovering the downed aircrew.

Chinese engineering battalions are seen moving rapidly to plug coverage gaps left by the destruction of Abe Istada’s SA-2 site and their southern most IADS net nodes. They are deploying mobile HQ-9 and HQ-17 platforms into Steeljaw, attempting to form an overlapping A2/AD umbrella.
v303 FS (A-10C “KC Hawgs”) will scramble alert launch to provide CSAR/CAS support.
v93 FS (F-16C “Makos”) will conduct aggressive SEAD/DEAD clearing operations to carve an air corridor of movement for Bluefor advancing north into Steeljaw AOR.
Please reference OPL-P2 SIPRnet for latest feed of intel and combat after action reports for latest information each week.


MSN: [SQDRN] 28625
Third week of Phase 2, is focused on executing a CSAR/CAS support msn to recover Roadkill crew in the Windblade mountains. As well as initiating the multi-corridor SEAD/DEAD + BARCAP campaign to clear a northern approach to Steeljaw for the Group. Key priority sites of this AOR: PLA LOGI DEPOT “RED DRAGON”, and FOB “GHAZNI”. NOTE: This msn activates the approach task set to takeout PLA FOB RED FANG, recently identified by ELINT as one of the PLA’s first artillery, tank, and munition depots in theatre and is located in Steeljaw AO. “RED FANG” lies just east of the Kandahar–Ghazni Highway and serves as the logistics heart for PLA 6th Mechanized Group. No direct strike authorization yet; this weeks objective is to cut open an ingress corridor, dismantle overlapping IADS coverage, and mark the approach routes for future deliberate attack on FOB RED FANG.

1. v93 FS (F-16)
   • Primary OBJ: Strategize and shape the airspace corridor against identified PLA targets: PLA LOGISTICS DEPOT “RED DRAGON” (PLA munitions/artillery/tank node east of the HWY) and forward PLA FOB “GHAZNI” by clearing the IADS approach lanes and marking ingress routes for deliberate destruction. These lanes will be used by rest of Group for further strike msns in Steeljaw AOR, so choose wisely.
   • Secondary OBJ: Maintain penetrative corridors continuous suppression windows with BARCAP coverage to allow v303 A-10 strike packages and TF Iron Dagger maneuver elements to exploit.
2. v303 FS (A-10)
   • Primary OBJ: Secure location of LZ. Establish onstation for CSAR and CAS support in vicinity of downed UH-60 “Roadkill 2-1.” Beacon POS: 42 S UB 03645 45720 , N32°55.927'E66°53.991'10,046FT
   • Secondary OBJ: Ensure TF Iron Dagger is secure for advancement as they stage FLOT for advancement to Steeljaw. Eliminate any popup insurgent threats across Windblade.
3. Concept of Operations

• v93FS MAKOS F-16 SEAD/DEAD sanitize active emitters and destroy any mobile HQ-17 or HQ-9 if they popup on southern Steeljaw AOR IADS.
• Following SEAD, MAKOS establish BARCAP north of crash site to protect the CSAR window and secure a 60nm radius for Hawg operations.
• v303FS HAWGS A-10C scramble launch, ingress low terrain once on station to Roadkill crash site, clear and secure LZ, execute CAS as “Roadkill 1-1” UH-60 extracts downed crew.
• Upon successful exfil, Hawgs transition to eliminating all additional hostile NSF QRF in the area if muns allow.
• MQ-9/RQ-4 ISR maintain overwatch, relay real-time targeting, and mark threat relocations if req.
• Recover all flights to Kandahar AB (OAKN) for BDA and AAR.

1. Deconfliction & Control
   • Flight Leads must deconflict all shared-AO operations when v93 and v303 elements operate within the same airspace.
   • Initial check-in with AWACS/Warlord per IFG at 15 NM outbound or as briefed by Mission Commander.

• ISR assets on-station for additional target designation and updates via F10 menu as required.
• Reference FRAG orders and maps for additional unit ATOs & planning overlays.
• “OPEN DOOR” approved on WINDBLADE AOR and STEELJAW AOR.
• Do not engage SHOCKWAVE AOR and SENTINAL AOR unless otherwise briefed/authorized.
• PID required for all engagements.

1. Commanders Intent
   • Recover Roadkill crew alive, neutralize enemy QRF.
   • Open northern corridors for TF Iron Dagger’s advance toward Kabul while denying PLA/NSF freedom of movement around Windblade and Steeljaw.

SUPPORT ASSETS

• E-7 “Magic” (AWACS) → RAAF
• B-52 “Grim” (COIN/CAS) → USAF
• MQ-9 “Ghost/Whisper” (ISR / designators) → USAF
• RQ-4 “Nevin/Allister” (wide-area ISR) → USAF
• RC-135 “Cobra/Python” (ELINT/Signals) → USAF
• KC-135 Tankers “Octane / Vaportrail” → USAF
• Abrams MBT, Bradley IFV, MLRS, HMMV, Stryker ICV, MRAP “Task Force Iron Dagger” (ground mechanized / JTAC) → Coalition NATO, USAF, USArmy + USMC detachments
• UH-60 “Roadkill” MedEvac Blackhawks (Medivac) → USArmy

WEATHER ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

• OAKN 021700Z 26202KT 6SM SCT179 37/01 A3051 RMK SANDSTORM INBOUND NE AFG VIS 32480FT->12795FT TURB 3.1KT. 98.6°F, wind 262° at 2 kt, visibility variable 32,480 ft → 12,795 ft. scattered clouds at 17,913 ft, altimeter 30.51 inHg, turbulence 3.1 kt.
• Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS.

Note: Crash site is located deep in treacherous terrain within the NE Windblade mountains near Baki village. While low-level, extra caution should be taken with the difficult terrain landscape.

FRAGORD
MSN NUMBER: 93FS28625
TASKUNIT/v93 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/SEAD/BARCAP/DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:F16C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/STEELJAW//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.2/SFREQ: 251.5/NAME: STEELJAW//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: KINGKONG//

MSN NUMBER: 303FS28625
TASKUNIT/v303 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/CSAR/CAS/ DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:A10C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/WINDBLADE//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.3/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: WINDBLADE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: KINGKONG//

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-27925
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z27925 to 2359Z28525

REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card


SITUATION 02A
With the Taliban checkpoints and their SA2 site destroyed, neutralization of HVT Nikhil Rashid at the former Firebase ANACONDA (BDA: SPOOKY Flt ISR) is pushing insurgent networks in a flux. Shadow governors are consolidating and brokers are moving insurgent personnel toward HQ Abe Istada to re-establish command and protect logistics caches. Expect punitive raids, IED harassment on our northern Task Force, and an organized effort to turn Abe Istada into a temporary rally point. TF Iron Dagger requires air support to prevent Abe Istada from evolving into a hardened NSF HQ. v303 FS (A-10C Hawgs) will execute deliberate strike package to suppress and destroy insurgent consolidation at HQ ABE ISTADA to deny the enemy reconstitution of a leadership node and logistics hub. v93 FS (F-16C “Makos”) will continue SEAD, precision strike, BARCAP, and terminal guidance/support for aim points around Abe Istada Lake.

Please reference OPL-P2 SIPRnet for latest feed of intel and combat after action reports for latest information each week.



MSN: [SQDRN]27925
Second week of Phase 2, is to destroy HQ Abe Istada to prevent its use as NSF coalition command/logistics node for Taliban. Now that their on-site SA2 is down, Intel showing Taliban may have a high-threat SHORAD unit guarding their HQ. Kandahar–Ghazni HWY remains secure for TF Iron Dagger maneuver northbound. We must neutralize remaining Taliban patrols dismounted across WINDBLADE AOR.[/SIZE]

1. v93 FS (F-16)
   
   • Primary OBJ: Ensure high threat sanitization of TGT area. Conduct emitter suppression around Abe Istada lake, seek and destroy any SHORAD units. Gather BDA on high-threat systems for A10s prior to their TOS. Engagement and radar search sweeps across WINDBLADE AOR (sniff EWR emitters, search/tracking radars, other radiation).
   • Secondary OBJ: Establish BARCAP in northern WINDBLADE to protect A-10 strikes on HQ Abe Istada. Remain on-station for defense as required.
2. v303 FS (A-10)
   
   • Primary OBJ: STRIKE key Taliban HQ Abe Istada and all targets of opportunity around the headquarters. Buildings and infrastructure are focus.
   • Secondary OBJ: Continue search and destroy of all Taliban patrols across the AOR.

CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS

1. v93 F-16 SEAD/DEAD package sanitized SA15 TOR system, and conducts emitter searches. HARM strike on anything emitting within 60nm of Obj area. Will also hunt any MANPAD units found around Lake Istada.
2. Immediately after, F-16s establish BARCAP north of lake Isada while MQ-9/RQ-4 continue real-time ISR and mark targets that can be relayed if msn requires.
3. v303 A-10s execute strike on the HQ Objective, ensuring hardened TGTs and infrastructure is destroyed.
4. ISR re-sweep for remaining threats, re-task SEAD if radars reappear, recover to Kandahar, and publish BDA/AAR with updated intel for future ad-hoc flights, command and control.

Deconfliction & Control

• Flight Leads must deconflict all shared-AO operations when v93 and v303 elements operate within the same airspace.
• Initial check-in with AWACS/Warlord per IFG at 15 NM outbound or as briefed by Mission Commander.

• ISR assets on-station for additional target designation and updates via F10 menu as required.
• Reference FRAG orders and maps for additional unit ATOs & planning overlays.
• Do NOT engage STEELJAW AOR unless otherwise briefed/authorized.
• PID required for all engagements.

1. Commanders Intent
   
   • HQ Abe Istada neutralized or sufficiently degraded to prevent its use as coalition command/logistics node. Remaining terrorist patrols in AOR cleared for good.

SUPPORT ASSETS

• E-7 “Magic” (AWACS) → RAAF
• MQ-9 “Ghost/Whisper” (ISR / designators) → USAF
• RQ-4 “Nevin/Allister” (wide-area ISR) → USAF
• RC-135 “Cobra/Python” (ELINT/Signals) → USAF
• KC-135 Tankers “Octane / Vaportrail” → USAF
• Abrams MBT, Bradley IFV, MLRS, HMMV, Stryker ICV, MRAP “Task Force Iron Dagger” (ground mechanized / JTAC) → Coalition (NATO, USAF, USArmy + USMC detachments)
• UH-60 “Roadkill” MedEvac Blackhawks (Medivac) → USArmy

WEATHER ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

• OAKN 021700Z 26304KT 10SM SCT179 38/01 A3051 RMK TURB 5.6 Kandahar AB: 100°F, wind 263° at 4 kt, visibility 10 sm or more, scattered clouds at 17,913 ft, altimeter 30.51 inHg, turbulence 5.6. Winds aloft: 1600 ft – 8 kt from 263°, 6600 ft – 14 kt from 312°, 26000 ft – 21 kt from 258°.
• Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS.

Note: HQ Abe Istada is located on the West bank of a Desert lake. WINDBLADE AO contains Western mountain ranges with Centralized and Eastern valley/open desert terrain effects. Localized dust/sand storms may abruptly occur.

FRAGORD
MSN NUMBER: 93FS27925
TASKUNIT/v93 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/SEAD/BARCAP/DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:F16C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/WINDBLADE//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.3/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: WINDBLADE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: SKYNET//

MSN NUMBER: 303FS27925
TASKUNIT/v303 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/STRIKE/COIN/ DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:A10C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/WINDBLADE//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.3/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: WINDBLADE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: SKYNET//

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FROM: vJFACC TO: v303FG
SUBJECT: Air Tasking Order (ATO); ATO-OPL-26625
EFFECTIVE DATES: 0001Z26625 to 2359Z27825

REFERENCES
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
OPL-P2 IN-FLIGHT GUIDE, In-Flight Guide
OPL-P2 SPINS, Special Instructions (SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
OPL-P2 SIPRnet, Mission DB/SIPRNET Messages
OPL-P2 Coordination Card v303 FG Coordination Card

SITUATION 01A

• Over the last month, US/NATO Bluefor Task Force “Iron Dagger” has staged and began the Phase 2 push northeast to force back the Redfor coalition known as “NSF”. Made up of PLA elements, Afghan Army remnants, and Taliban warlords who have consolidated logistics and air-defense belts around Bagram/Kabul and are funneling material north to south from Sentinal AOR through to Windblade AOR.
• PLA HQ is staged at Bagram AB.
• PLAAF air assets KJ-2000, J-11 and Cargo aircraft operating out of Bagram AB provide limited local air superiority.
• PLA long-range IADS (HQ-22 / HQ-17) cover approaches into the airspace. Lower-grade SAM threats are also seen in the AOR.
• Afghan Army is made of US made abandoned vehicles, helicopters and a mix of small to heavy weapons.
• Taliban insurgent forces are made up of technical, small arms, IED teams, and guerrilla forces.
• v303 FS (A-10C) and v93 FS (F-16C) from Kandahar AB will prosecute SEAD/DEAD, AI/CAS, COIN interdiction, and HVT strikes in support of TF Iron Dagger’s ground advance.
• At this time, key long-term campaign priorities are to neutralize Insurgent checkpoints along the Kandahar-Ghazni Highway, takeover PLA strongholds (Bagram/Kabul), eliminate NSF leadership nodes (Baharak, Ghazni, Jalalabad), suppress HQ-series SAM IADS, and interdict logistics supply routes (Eshkashem, Jamarj-e Bala).
• Please reference OPL-P2 SIPRnet for latest feed of intel and combat after action reports for latest information each week.

MSN: [SQDRN]26625
First mission of Phase 2, is to clear and secure the Kandahar–Ghazni highway corridor (south→north) to enable TF Iron Dagger advance into STEELJAW. We must neutralize remaining Afghan Army remnants and insurgent forces in WINDBLADE AOR.
1. v93 FS (F-16)

o Conduct emitter suppression engagement and radar search sweeps across WINDBLADE AOR (sniff EWR emitters, search/tracking radars, other radiation). Report any additional signals on SIPR.​

o Establish BARCAP in northern WINDBLADE to protect A-10 interdiction and highway clearance operations. Remain on-station for defense as required.​

2. v303 FS (A-10)

o Patrol WINDBLADE AOR and eliminate insurgent patrols, road block checkpoints, and ambush nodes as they popup.​

o Primary OBJ: clear Kandahar–Ghazni highway from south to north (roadblocks, technicals ect.) at FOB SMART and FOB BULLARD.​

3. Concept of Operations

1. v93 F-16 SEAD package conducts emitter searches and HARM strike to suppress/destroy any northern WINDBLADE radar coverage.​

2. Immediately after, F-16s establish BARCAP north of the corridor while MQ-9/RQ-4 continue real-time ISR and mark targets that can be relayed if msn requires.​

3. v303 A-10s execute air interdiction attacks down the Kandahar Ghazni highway (south→north), removing Taliban checkpoints, technicals, and logistics nodes.​

4. ISR re-sweep for remaining threats, re-task SEAD if radars reappear, recover to Kandahar, and publish BDA/AAR with updated intel for future ad-hoc flights, command and control.​

4. Deconfliction & Control

o Flight Leads must deconflict all shared-AO operations when v93 and v303 elements operate within the same airspace.​

o Initial check-in with AWACS/Warlord per IFG at 15 NM outbound or as briefed by Mission Commander.​

o ISR assets on-station for additional target designation and updates via F10 menu as required.​

o Reference FRAG orders and maps for additional unit ATOs & planning overlays.​

o Do NOT engage STEELJAW AOR unless otherwise briefed/authorized.​

o PID required for all engagements.​

5. Commanders Intent

o Dominate the skies over WINDBLADE, eliminate every Taliban checkpoint on the Kandahar–Ghazni corridor within 48 hours of ATO so TF Iron Dagger can drive through unopposed.​

SUPPORT ASSETS

• E-7 “Magic” (AWACS) → RAAF
• MQ-9 “Ghost/Whisper” (ISR / designators) → USAF
• RQ-4 “Nevin/Allister” (wide-area ISR) → USAF
• RC-135 “Cobra/Python” (ELINT/Signals) → USAF
• KC-135 Tankers “Octane / Vaportrail” → USAF
• Abrams MBT, Bradley IFV, MLRS, HMMV, Stryker ICV, MRAP “Task Force Iron Dagger” (ground mechanized / JTAC) → Coalition (NATO, USAF, USArmy + USMC detachments)
• UH-60 “Ghost” MedEvac Blackhawks (Medivac) → USArmy

WEATHER ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

• OAKN 021700Z 26304KT 10SM SCT179 38/01 A3051 RMK TURB 5.6 Kandahar AB: 100°F, wind 263° at 4 kt, visibility 10 sm or more, scattered clouds at 17,913 ft, altimeter 30.51 inHg, turbulence 5.6. Winds aloft: 1600 ft – 8 kt from 263°, 6600 ft – 14 kt from 312°, 26000 ft – 21 kt from 258°. Active RWY: 05
• Verify current weather and active runway with DATIS.
• WINDBLADE AO contains Western mountain ranges with Centralized and Eastern valley/open desert terrain effects. Localized dust/sand storms may abruptly occur.

FRAGORD
MSN NUMBER: 93FS26625 TASKUNIT/v93 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/SEAD/BARCAP/DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:F16C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/WINDBLADE//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.3/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: WINDBLADE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: FEAR//

MSN NUMBER: 303FS26625
TASKUNIT/v303 FS/ICAO:OAKN//
MSNDAT/AI/COIN/ DEPLOC:OAKN/ARRLOC:OAKN//
MSNACFT/-/ACTYP:A10C/-//
TGTLOC/-/NET:-/NLT:-/WINDBLADE//
CONTROL/PFREQ: 251.3/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: WINDBLADE//
THURSCONTROL/PFREQ: 251.7/SFREQ: 256.6/NAME: FEAR//

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OPL-P2 In-Flight Guide
Available: here
Members are reminded that IFGs are directive in nature.

FROM: Virtual United States Central Command (vUSCENTCOM)
TO: v303 Fighter Group
SENSITIVITY: PRIVATE, v303 FG ONLY

Special Instructions (SPINS), Rules of Engagement (ROE)
Operation Prevailing Liberty Phase 2
5 September 2025​

1. GENERAL
1.1 Higher Authority includes SECDEF, JFC, JFACC, JFLCC, JFMCC, CC/v303 FG, or designated Mission Commander (MC).
1.2 All v303 FG members will execute missions IAW this SPINS, v303 FG manuals, and the OPL-P2 IFG.
1.3 Previous SPINS are obsolete; changes for Phase 2 are in bold/italic/underlined.

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2. AIRSPACE USAGE PROCEDURES
2.1 All AORs (Sentinal, Shockwave, Steeljaw, Windblade) are controlled via v303 FG ATO cycles.
2.2 Airspace corridors to/from Kandahar AB must be coordinated through C2 (“Warlord” ) or AWACS (“Magic”) to deconflict ISR, tankers, and strike packages. Latest Coordination card shall be briefed for every Thursday FN tasking.
2.3 Border crossing into Tajikistan or Pakistan is prohibited unless Command directs.
2.4 Maintain 12 NM buffer from sovereign airspace unless executing approved strike/cap/intercept.
2.5 BDZ (Base Defense Zone) extends 20 NM around Kandahar AB; all traffic must squawk assigned codes and check in with Tower.

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3. COMMUNICATIONS PROCEDURES
3.1 KY Secure comms NOT-REQ (SRS preset frequencies per IFG) unless directed otherwise.
3.2 Initial check-in: Flights must declare callsign, mission type, and ordnance once checking in with MAGIC or WARLORD.
3.3 Codewords will be assigned per frag order if required.
3.4 NORDO: Aircraft proceed direct Kandahar recovery point, squawk 7600, follow NORDO recovery procedure.
3.5 All tanking, CAS, and ISR handoffs will be coordinated with MAGIC or WARLOD AWACS to minimize frequency congestion.

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4. TANKER PROCEDURES
4.1 Tanker tracks “Octane” (Texaco) and “Vaportrail” (Shell) are active; locations per IFG.
4.2 All flights must broadcast refueling intentions on assigned tanker freq before approaching 10 NM.
4.3 Second flights maintain 0.5 NM trail or stack up in observation position until cleared by tanker.
4.4 Tankers can be adjusted via F10 refueling menu; coordination required to avoid conflicts.
4.5 Tanker support will progressively move northward as FLOT advances to better support msn.

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5. RULES OF ENGAGEMENT (ROE)
5.1 Inherent Right of Self-defense applies against Hostile Acts or Hostile Intent.
5.2 PID is required for all strikes. Threats such as PLA J-11B, NSF armor, Taliban technicals, and AAF remnants are by default RED once identified.
5.3 Strikes in urban centers (Bagram, Kabul, Ghazni, Jalalabad) require ISR/SOF validation.
5.4 JTAC/FAC(A) approval required within 1 NM of Task Force Iron Dagger or coalition SOF. Use smoke colors if able for positive ID and deconfliction with friendly ground forces.
5.5 Weapons release outside these conditions requires higher HQ authorization.

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6. IDENTIFICATION CRITERIA
6.1 Aircraft:
FRIENDLY: Coalition aircraft squawking assigned IFF or Mode 4 declares friendly.
HOSTILE: PLA J-11B, transport aircraft supporting NSF, aircraft of Afghan Army, PLAAF, or Insurgent identifiers.
UNKNOWN: Contacts not squawking but not maneuvering aggressively (report as BOGEY) and declare with MAGIC.

6.2 Ground:
FRIENDLY: TF Iron Dagger armor/mech infantry; Australian HUMINT teams; CJTF SOF.
HOSTILE: NSF armor/technical convoys, PLA radar/SAM sites, Taliban militia compounds.
PID required by TGP, ISR feed, or visual.

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7. ACCEPTABLE LEVEL OF RISK (ALR)
7.1 Initial ALR = MEDIUM or HIGH for most missions.
7.2 SEAD/DEAD ops against PLA HQ-22, HQ-17 that require HIGH ALR is Command Approved.
7.3 ALR will be briefed in each frag order and dynamically updated during missions.

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8. EMISSION CONTROL (EMCON) LEVELS
8.1 EMCON 1 – Full EMCON; no emissions except essential nav/comm.
8.2 EMCON 2 – Radios guarded, radars limited to RWS/TWS for SA only.
8.3 EMCON 3 – Full mission radar and comms authorized.
8.4 EMCON levels will be assigned per frag/ATO based on mission (SEAD vs CAS vs AI).

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9. WEAPONS SYSTEMS & AIRCREW GUIDANCE
9.1 Unguided munitions prohibited within 5 NM of Blueforce/civilians unless cleared by Command.
9.2 CBUs are authorized, but cannot be employed within 5NM of Blueforce/civilians.
9.3 Ripple penetrator strikes (GBU-10/24) required against hardened PLA EW facilities (Yamgan Mountain facility). These ATOs will be briefed to ensure FLs know the munition requirement.

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10. BASE DEFENSE ZONE (BDZ) PROCEDURES
10.1 BDZ radius: 20 NM around Kandahar AB.
10.2 All inbound flights must check in with Tower prior to entry.
10.3 Any unidentified aircraft entering BDZ without squawk/comm clearance may be declared HOSTILE by AWACS or Tower.
10.4 Defensive CAP will maintain presence between BDZ and AORs during peak operations.

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11. PERSONNEL RECOVERY (PR)
11.1 PR assets: 2x “Ghost” Medivac Blackhawks on station from Kandahar daily.
11.2 Aircrew must broadcast “MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY” with their callsign before ejection.
11.3 Downed aircrew will write down coordinates of where they parachute land, so that it can be reported on SIPR. TF Iron Dagger or SOF teams will be tasked for rescue. Once shotdown, and coordinates are annotated, you are clear to disconnect from server.
11.4 Wingmen of downed aircraft must log last position, ejection status, and local threat assess on SIPR after action report.

Command, Virtual 303rd Fighter Group
Spangdahlem Air base, Germany
v303FG Deployment Order 25-002
Operation Prevailing Liberty Phase 2
5 September 2025​

REFERENCES:
A. v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, v303 FG Policy, Procedures, & Basic Operation Standards
B. v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS A-10C, DCS A-10C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
C. v303 FG MANUAL 11-2 DCS F-16C, DCS F-16C Operating Procedures, Standards, and Training Program
D. Operation Prevailing Liberty Phase 2 In-Flight Guide (OPL-P2 IFG)
E. Operation Prevailing Liberty Phase 2 Special Instructions (OPL-P2 SPINS) & Rules of Engagement (ROE)
F. Operation Prevailing Liberty Phase 2 Mission Database (DB) / SIPRNET Messages

NARRATIVE:
Following the setbacks of Phase 1 to the hostile Afghan Army forces, Afghanistan’s destabilized Northeast has become the staging ground for a new alliance of adversaries. Under the banner of the Afghan National Security Force (NSF) elements of the Taliban, Afghan Army remnants, and Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have united to consolidate their last grips of control in the region. The PLA have established forward operating bases at Bagram and Kabul, embedding advanced SAM systems and air superiority fighters in support of Taliban militias. Intelligence suggests the PLA seeks to expand its regional influence under the guise of “counter-terror cooperation,” while Taliban warlords exploit the partnership for weapons, cash, and legitimacy.

The v303rd Fighter Group will deploy to Kandahar AB (OAKN) from Spangdahlem AB, Germany, tasked with dismantling this coalition, neutralizing PLA assets, and restoring regional stability. Phase 2 expands combat operations into Northeastern and Central Afghanistan, countering the Afghan National Security Force (NSF), a coalition of Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) elements, Afghan Army remnants, and Taliban insurgents.

This deployment order outlines theatre priorities, objectives, and tasks in the Area of Responsibility (AOR). All members must read in full and adhere to standards.

SITUATION:
A. Enemy Forces

1. The NSFis entrenched across four AORs NE from Kandahar AB:
   • Sentinal AOR: Baharak, Fayzabad, Taleqan
   • Shockwave AOR: Bagram, Kabul, Jalalabad, Maidan Shahr
   • Steeljaw AOR: Jaghatu, Ghazni, Sangi Masha
   • Windblade AOR: Qalat-e-Gilzay
2. PLA forces are primarily positioned at Bagram AB, expected to establish long-range SAM coverage (HQ-series sam) and logistics to the surrounding AORs. Taliban/AAF use abandoned U.S. and Soviet equipment, creating complex ID challenges.
3. The NSF has limited but expanding air defense and potential Chinese ISR/A2AD integration.

High-Value Leadership (HVTs):

• Gen. Chen Weihao (PLA) High-level CCP commander rumored to oversee PLA deployment in Baharak sector. Target for ISR and eventual strike.
• Mullah Qadir Rahmani (Taliban) Former Phase 1 insurgent commander, now ideological leader of Taliban-PLA alliance. Controls smuggling pipelines in Badakhshan and Nuristan; possible linchpin of NSF cohesion
• General Farid Ahmad Dostum (Afghan Army) Former Afghan National Army Corps Commander. A career Afghan officer, General Farid Ahmad Dostum was once a respected commander within the ANA during coalition operations. Following the U.S. withdrawal and collapse of the Afghan government, Dostum aligned with the PLA to preserve his own influence and power.

B. Friendly Forces

• v93 FS (F-16C) and v303 FS (A-10C) will conduct Phase 2 operations from Kandahar AB (OAKN).
• Support assets include RAAF E-7 AWACS (Magic), USAF KC-135 tankers (Texaco “Octane track” & Shell “Vaportrail track”), and USAF ISR platforms (RC-135, MQ-9, RQ-4).
• Task Force Iron Dagger will advance along the Forward Line of Troops (FLOT), pushing northeast through Windblade, Steeljaw, Shockwave and Sentinal AORs. Their forward progress will be synchronized with v303rd FG sanitizing key targets via CAS, AI, and SEAD/DEAD strikes. As airpower reduces NSF air defense and command nodes, TF Iron Dagger will exploit the cleared routes to seize ground and re-establish coalition footholds in Ghazni and beyond. Their security will be key to preventing the NSF from re-infiltrating sanitized AORs once air sorties conclude. TF Iron Dagger is a part of the CJTF coalition and is made up of U.S. Army mechanized infantry, U.S. Marine detachments. Previously stationed at FOB Restrepo prior to the withdrawal, they have since been reinforced with Abrams and Bradley platforms flown in via Kandahar.

MISSION:

• The v303 FG will establish air dominance over Afghanistan, destroy NSF assets, provide close and deep strike operations, and enable airspace security for coalition forces to reassert control.
• Theatre objectives will include:
  1. Neutralize PLA strongholds at Bagram and Kabul.
  2. Eliminate NSF leadership nodes in Baagram, Kabul, Baharak, Jalalabad, and Ghazni.
  3. Suppress enemy air defenses (SEAD/DEAD) units fed in from the Wakhan Corridor.
  4. Interdict supply lines along Eshkashem, Jamarj-e Bala, and other key chokepoints.
  5. Support TF Iron Dagger operations push NE through persistent CAS, STRIKE and ISR assistance.

EXECUTION:
A. JOINT FORCES AIR COMPONENT COMMANDER (JFACC) INTENT

• The JFACC’s executional intent is to ensure the v303rd Fighter Group (v303 FS A-10C / v93 FS F-16C) maintains a constant state of combat airpower readiness. Critical airpower will provide defense of Blueforce units, deliver precision strike capability against NSF/PLA positions, and execute SEAD/DEAD operations to open corridors for Task Force Iron Dagger to advance.
• The desired JFAC intent of Phase 2 execution is that:
• The Taliban and NSF militias lose the ability to operate freely or control terrain.
• Afghan Army remnants aligned with the NSF are combat ineffective and unwilling to continue their un-lawful organized resistance.
• PLA units are forced to withdraw from Afghanistan, their A2/AD presence dismantled, and command nodes neutralized.
• Task Force Iron Dagger, supported by coalition SOF, secures key terrain in Steeljaw, Shockwave, and Sentinal AORs, denying enemy re-infiltration and restoring operational control to Blueforce elements establishing new stable security in Afghanistan.

B. ACCEPTABLE LEVEL OF RISK (ALR)

• OPL-P2 ALR is established as HIGH for all missions unless otherwise directed.
• Hunter-Killer SEAD/DEAD operations against PLA long-range SAMs in Wakhan and Bagram sectors approved.
• ALR will be dynamically adjusted by v303 FG Command based on combat losses, threat evolution and mission criticality.

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C. COLLATERAL DAMAGE GUIDANCE (CDE)

• Collateral Damage Estimate (CDE) levels remain 1 through 3 dynamically per objective.
  • CDE 1: No collateral damage expected.
  • CDE 2: Minor collateral damage possible, proportional and acceptable.
  • CDE 3: Significant collateral damage possible.
• Any un-planned strike expected to exceed CDE 2 requires v303 FG Command approval prior to execution.

Special Emphasis:

• Strikes in major urban centers (Bagram, Kabul, Ghazni, Jalalabad) must be coordinated with Command, SOF or ISR validation before weapons release. Pre-planning these strikes will be required.
• Positive Identification (PID) is mandatory against NSF/AAF units due to widespread use of captured U.S. vehicles and equipment.

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D. TIME-SENSITIVE TARGET (TST) GUIDANCE

• TSTs remain top priority for immediate tasking.
• Maximum effort will be given to prosecute targets of opportunity such as:
• PLA SAM systems (HQ-22 / HQ-17).
• PLAAF Assets (KJ-2000).
• NSF leadership HQs or convoys (Chen, Rahmani, Dostum).
• NSF smuggling columns in from Eshkashem and Warduj Valley.
• For TSTs, ALR shall be HIGH and CDE up to 3 is authorized unless otherwise directed.

COMMAND & SIGNAL:

• HQ Location: Kandahar AB (OAKN).
• Comms: Use Coordination Card, OPL-P2 IFG presets and AWACS check-in procedures.
• Warlord Control: v303 FG Command maintains operational authority over v93 FS and v303 FS.
• Olympus: Will be utilized for the dynamic threat environment of this theatre.

///SIGNED///
WING
Command Staff, v303rd Fighter Group​

TEXT OUTPUT:
References: (a) v303 FG MANUAL 11-2, [MDS] FS MANUAL 11-2, OPL PHASE 2 IFG
(b) OPL-P2 SIPR Messaging System

Effective 0001Z on 01 October 2025, you are hereby ordered to commence operations at Kandahar Air Base, Afghanistan under the authority of vUSCENTCOM in direct support of Operation Prevailing Liberty – PHASE 2 (OPL-P2).

In the months of August and September the v303rd Fighter Squadron and v93rd Fighter Squadron will be required to complete pre-deployment training at the individual, flight, and squadron level. Training will be tailored to prepare for the PLA-backed threats and may include:

1. CAP – Combat Air Patrol against advanced fighter threats.
2. CAS – Close Air Support in high-threat SAM/SHORAD environments.
3. SEAD/DEAD – Suppression/Destruction of Enemy Air Defenses against modern PLA and legacy Soviet systems.
4. FAC(A) – Forward Air Controller (Airborne) for joint ground-air integration.
5. ESCORT – Protection of strike and transport packages in contested airspace.
6. Additional training directives will be issued through command channels.

Assumed threats in Phase 2 are as follows (More intel to come in DEPORD):

1. J-11B Flanker derivatives patrolling NE Corridor.
2. PLAAF transport aircraft delivering military cargo and ISR platforms to forward bases and AWACS.
3. HQ-22 long-range SAM sites covering the upper Wakhan Corridor.
4. HQ-17 medium range SAM batteries near Kabul, Feyzabad, Eshkashem, and Warduj Valley.
5. Legacy PLA/RU SAM units defending high-value airfields, mobile convoys and command posts.
6. Taliban SHORAD teams, and small arms emplacements.
7. Light arms and ISR support provided to NSF-aligned militias by PLA smuggling elements.
8. PLA PMC-style contractors operating EW/SEARCH radar sites, SAM systems, and providing tactical coordination for Insurgents.

The deployment will consist of A-10C, F-16C assets from the v303rd Fighter Group. Expect the presence of other coalition aircraft operating in theater for force projection and higher headquarters taskings, as well as ISR, tanker, and various support platforms

The official DEPORD will be published late August or early September for entrance to theatre tasking details, AOR assignments, and ROE updates for the current situation in Afghanistan.

All questions and clarifications regarding this deployment will be directed through your squadron command teams. Begin final mission preparation immediately. Please begin to prepare, and good luck!

- WING
Command Staff , v303rd Fighter Group

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