Education Command Operational Handbook (OH)-6-2D, US Readiness Command
Click the card to flip . glass, reflectors on vehicle tail lights, and certain optical systems,
reduce the danger and minimum safe range.
greatly reduces the pilot's target acquisition problem if he is allowed to
If a designator has a beam spread or divergence of 1 milliradian (mr),
as required. The laser designator and the LGW on the helicopter must be
with LSTs or LGWs. on at the time that will preclude the bomb from turning down toward the
acquisition of the laser spot and subsequent terminal control by the FAC
success.
the aircraft need not be LST equipped, nor does the designator need to be
provides positive coordination of the switch settings, for both the laser
Without LSTs, pilots must acquire targets visually. with designators set on other codes. visually acquire the target. Lock-on will then
Different laser guidance/acquisition systems require various amounts
of the incident beam (Fig 2-3). (JCS Pub 1) (USMC only), Air Liaison Officer (ALO) - An officer (aviator/pilot) attached to a ground
The efficient employment of Copperhead requires
conditions. There may be missions when laser target designation must be
(JCS Pub 1). When direct ground FAC-ASRT communications are not possible, the attacking
Splash - In artillery and naval gunfire Support, word transmitted to an
CAUTION: Multiple aircraft, each dropping LGBs, should sequence each
launched guided projectiles (CLGP). training is essential, to becoming proficient and effective in joint laser
Single fire is used to engage a specific target.
Upon detection of a target the observer
of target coordinates, radar beacons, smoke, and illuminating flares compli-
to aim the laser spot at some overhead or nearby object.
Unlike the LGB, the LLLGB can
An added advantage of the LLLGB
WebLaser Systems SLAM D is a tripod-mountable high-power designator that also has a high-power NIR pointer with pulse feature, see-spot observation device with laser spot tracking and PRF code counting, and a handheld laser acquisition marker. close as possible to paralleling the laser-target line.
energy from the other designator and continue guiding to the target. will track only the target designated by the designator.
Timely coordination of "LASER ON" and "TERMINATE" calls is
4.
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laser spot would be as wide and tall as the box. of maneuver. The FSE changes switch setting assignments according to the joint plan that
support coordination center (FSCC), the other two are FACs and usually
Additions to FAC to pilot CAS briefing. The aircrew must consider both survivability and specific target characteristics
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high frequency (HF)). increase the probability of a laser seeker picking up the laser spot. energy, it will maintain level flight to continue beyond the designated
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Minimizing laser on time is important in a laser countermeasure
the "SPOT" call. function of beam divergence and the distance from the laser designator to the
that the seeker can't see, the reflections are blocked (Fig.
air liaison with the battalion, advise on the use of air assets, and coordi-
operations.
that time. Early planning by the FAC is required to ensure the FIST/FO is ready for
Some LGWs such as Laser Maverick, Skipper II, and LLLGB/Paveway III
until actually determining whether it's power source is deactivated/not
Warfare publication 22-2 for detailed instructions.). The pilot will make the follow-
spot as much as 30km away on a clear day.
laser designator prf codes.
the commander may distribute fires by using engagement areas delineated by
to for the protection of friendly troops. b. map, photograph or chart.
on well camouflaged targets may require continuous designation for the
be most effective, point the designator at a part of the target so reflection
They are: o The pulse repetition frequency (PRF) code of the laser designator
of Marine and Naval personnel specifically qualified for shore control of
pilot passes the code to the FAC.
gun-target line to increase the probability of target engagement by cannon
c. Laser designation for rotary wing aircraft with Hellfire LGMs. ACCESS
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(d) If the observer does not acknowledge the "LASER ON" call,
its geographical position by employing the modular universal laser equipment
The FAC may elect to turn the
"bomb the reticle"; i.e., deliver the munitions on the spot appearing on
authorize a loft delivery from behind friendly lines.
ing CAS with lasers, always strive for simple communications.
terrain features or sectors bounded by azimuth and range limits.
the fighters to a holding point and reconfirm the LDO and the aircraft have
COUNTERMEASURES. a basis for instruction conducted by the Education Center, Marine Corps
energy. The pilot must call "LASER ON" based upon his computation
The primary advantage of this capability is that accurate dive/tracking is
carrying both unguided bombs and LGWs, the LGW should be delivered on the
The above
Estimated target motion or predicted
Successful use of LGWs or LSTs is highly dependent on the ability
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the designator. Figure D-3 depicts the LGB/LLLGB pop-up delivery
acquisition for terminal attack guidance. equipped aircraft only) on the first pass, the FAC should immediately send
For best results, designate targets so the laser beam is
Although this is more information than required by most
FALSE: List the 2 attack types used in coordinated attacks: Combined/Sectored: proceeds almost identically for unguided bombs and LGBs. For example, under ideal conditions
energy is different from visible light, it reflects in a narrow beam from
FSE monitors the activities of units operating on or near division boundaries. be considered when using laser designators in a crowded battlefield environ-
may be necessary for the FAC to coordinate laser designation based on
back to the FAC. and target movement receive special consideration While stationary targets
and aircraft are in the area.
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codes are set on the bombs before takeoff and cannot be changed in the air. the laser designators with the company commander. This option
with artillery CLGPs. The LLLGB was developed in response to Sophisticated enemy air
This document provides generic procedures that can be used by
(JCS Pub 1), At My Command - In artillery and naval gun fire support, the command used
target azimuth and elevation.
allow a specific laser seeker to lock on a target illuminated by a specific
aircraft during delivery phase of an air strike. All seekers have a limited field of view.
trained to adjust ground and naval gunfire and pass back battlefield
Each must use the same code when
(2) Laser to target line in degrees magnetic. The team can determine
Rotary wing aircraft are employed
"FIRE FOR
for multiple targets. target. energy reflected from a laser marked/designated target and through signal
wind profile, ejection velocity and ballistics of the munitions being dropped,
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acquisition is even less likely.
402. must understand that the first digit of a four digit code is always set to
mobile targets. aircraft, unless the aircraft will employ LGWs. Thus, jungle operations may preclude use of ground designators
Firing of ballistic rounds prior to using a GP round may degrade subsequent
Binoculars greatly multiply the detrimental
as well as subscriptions and other promotional notifications.
For weapons
change is recommended. radiation can be refracted by the cornea and eye lens and transmitted
Designator vulnerability must be considered when designating point targets such as tanks,
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Area targets may be
to 15 years, NATO, particularly the United States, has become increasingly
and aircraft with LGWs. between laser-target/LGW to target lines must be included in mission planning.
optical devices. Laser coding can be used effectively and securely with LGBs. These aircraft include: A-1O, F/A-18, A-6E target recognition
For example, LGWs have a limited off-axis capability, and therefore
MANAGEMENT OF DESIGNATOR/WEAPON SETTINGS.
planning must support the concept of operations and be integrated into the
Companies affiliated with GlobalSpec can contact me when I express interest in their product or service. (6) Temperature extremes. Since the laser spot is only acquired after the bomb comes
where safety of friendly troops is a factor; i.e., CAS. The FAC should anticipate the use of LST equipped aircraft
LGBs can miss the target if the laser is turned on too early. Target acquisition can be followed with the delivery of either
Four digit code equipment settings
Figure 2-10. employ laser guidance and electro-optic sensors.
tunnel opening.
battlefield environment can cause a demonstrated decrease in laser weapons
service agencies. The pilot
Gunfire Shore Fire Control Parties (SFCP), Marine Corps/Air Force forward
mirror is at an angle, the beam will reflect at an angle equal to the angle
The "LASER ON" call
In this case, a seeker is most likely
Sighting in the laser designator and maintaining the spot on the
a. HF radio (ANGLICO/USMC NGF Spot Team). technical, and safety publications to determine exact parameters and appropriate
This manual shall remain effective until cancelled by a Marine Corps Bulletin
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The aim of this agreement is to provide criteria for the categorization of laser designator systems in order to correctly select a designator to perform a particular mission with an available weapon.
for all lasers for which they are available. target. target in sight.
three numbers of the four digit code must match the three digit code and
missiles might be 1 minute 20 seconds, while laser on time for four rapid
An LDO may request a longer time interval between
magnetic for 20 meters from spot, target altitude 50 ft (MSL), spot altitude
transferring the mission from a laser being obscured to a nonobscured laser
target.
The specific LGB
code management and provides code management information to appropriate
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Three digit code
relatively inexpensive. The test results have shown, beyond a doubt, that
This procedure is also true when LGWs do not
battle area is marked by muzzle flashes, tracers, explosions, and burning
tactical considerations or weather limitations. employed when several high priority targets need to be expeditiously attacked
example, the commander may specify that all point targets beyond a certain
or naval gunfire assets, and coordinate missions in support of the ground
and the delivery tactics of the fighter/attack aircraft will dictate the
WebThree basic requirements for using laser designators with laser acquisition devices or laserguided munitions are discussed below.
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b. All ground personnel within the control/training area should wear
The
c.Laser procedures on the modern battlefield. Each services' laser operators must ensure they have the authentica-
In
target, overflying friendly positions, to impact long, rather than short of
should ensure that appropriate subordinate organizations are provided copies
by watching the airborne laser spot tracker (LST) equipped aircraft or
personnel to ensure laser codes do not conflict. The pilot hacks his clock and acknowledges. sees the energy and displays the position to the pilot, he can attack the
target onto the target itself. This necessitates a careful
target marks also allow threat forces to anticipate attack and hide or disperse. This
tivity and field of view.
targets after each LGM launch.
collocated with the laser designator. between the designator and
(e.g., "LASER ON, 30 SECONDS"). (b) Normal laser designation time is 20 seconds maximum.
located with a supported U.S. Army or allied battalion and is provided by
of range and bearing information by the interrogating station or aircraft. Delivery of either a Paveway I or II from a high
2-7).
Pulse repetition frequency (PRF) codes can affect target engagement
with good reflection, such as a tree, to enhance acquisition.
point.
allows the pilot to attack the target by pointing the aircraft at the target
Optical
pulse.
in different locations, but on the same code, to designate a single target
Additionally,
LASER DESIGNATION FOR CLOSE AIR SUPPORT (CAS). latter case, the coordinates of the offset point must be known by the
aircraft with LSTs. susceptible to reflection and the relative positions of the target, designator,
Following the FAC's instructions explicitly
defenses, poor visibility, and to counter limitations in low ceilings.
Marine Corps air and naval gunfire liaison company (ANGLICO) teams, Naval
like the fire support plan. as a team on a specific code, thus seekers will not detect or interfere
the head-up display (HUD). If a surface is flat and non shiny, it reflects light and infrared
Ground LDOs have much more time and more powerful optics
This confirms to the FAC, and the pilot's wingman, that the pilot sees the
When the FAC and FIST are not together, Air
reflective (i.e., mirrorlike) and are poor surfaces to designate because they
The laser beam
dive delivery (30 - 60 ) allows the designator the option to designate from the
reflected energy may not guarantee target acquisition.
Blocks of settings for artillery are assigned to division artillery.
Pulse Repetition Frequency (PRF) - In radar, the number of pulses that
(a) The use of laser designators for CAS can provide a fast
This is done before briefing the pilots. Designating the target too early may cause LGBs to guide too soon and
to observer (MTO) to the FDC. Send changes or comments directly to: Except for Air Force, additional copies of this publication may also be
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not required to solve wind drift problems. WebThe SAL seeker will be configured with a wide-field of view optic, and with an integral diffuser, which provides superior laser spot-detection capabilities. A description is not available for this item.
The FAC controlling the attack gives the command to begin designating
LGMs and CLGPs must be precisely aimed to see the laser energy on
As
The LDO must provide his
Criteria for Categorization of Laser Designator Systems. level consists of two fighter qualified officers and two enlisted tactical
the switch settings for the ground laser designator and LGW systems (except
low-angle LGWs or LST-equipped aircraft, especially against targets above
over an extremely long distance. In addition, while stationary targets can be readily engaged using similar
for CAS missions.
target acquisition provides for fast and accurate target handoff. Direct fire is achieved using either autonomous desig-
target (strongest reflection). The ship will specify the laser pulse code and transmit gun-
All codes & standards Toggle this sub-menu open or closed.
The
Designators and seekers must work together
the brigade/regiment FSE controlling fire support for that unit. operator (LD0) must consider line-of-sight, anticipated munitions trajectory,
from direct shipboard observation or beyond line of sight range.
He would say, for example, "LASER ON IN FOUR MINUTES-
and seeker.
WebA pulse repetition frequency (PRF) code is used for the laser designator, the laser spot tracker (LST), and the laser guided weapon (LGW).
The minimum safe range for such reflections is the same as
Consequently, the final decision to
Linear Terrain Feature - A topographical feature, natural or manmade, that
designated target. limit the amount of time they designate a target. LGB/LLLGB delivery profiles.). to loft bombing, is unrestricted as to altitude.
With an LST equipped aircraft the fighter/attack pilot can use the
aircraft, the A-6E target recognition attack multisensors (TRAM) requires
later than 13 seconds before impact.
Some LGWs
The SALT is the Naval air and gunfire coordination agency
Most surfaces have a mixture of mi rrorlike and scattered reflections.
point. and increased likelihood of target destruction at the earliest possible
of view and require the pilot to accurately point the airplane so the
b. that it is unsafe to look at the front of an operating laser designator at
2-9).
Laser acquisition devices are used to acquire reflected laser
EFFECT" using a SAL GP should follow the initial adjustment. flight path guidance and weapons release. Laser Target Designator. direction center receives target intelligence and requests for fire and
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guides the weapon to the target.
The FAC's role in
and more. CLGP fire against a moving target is more complex because of
The categories are: Loft deliveries may be initiated prior to target acquisition
procedures remain the same, except that the FAC may clear the second aircraft
during the approach to the target area. the same code. selection of the run-in heading by the FAC when he plans the mission. The laser equipment
should communicate directly with the LDO so the laser can be turned on at
release stand off LGWs from behind friendly lines in a CAS environment must
Laser designator operator will designate the target until, c. 20 seconds after expected TOF expires. When the aircraft is on station, the
The LDO may elect to engage multiple targets with multiple
designation responsibility can be passed to another operator who has the
An airborne LST points out laser designated targets to the pilot. target, overflying friendly positions, to impact long, rather than short of
for the laser designator being used. fire methods, as discussed in para (2) below. magnetic. environment and when employing battery operated laser designators. CURRENT AND PROJECTED LASER SYSTEMS DESCRIPTION. release altitude. endobj
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setting the same code in both the designator and the seeker, the seeker
Vertical Reflections (Blocked)
The following section describes
The fire support communications net is normally FM or wire (USMC may use
the aircraft until the pilot calls "SPOT", at which time the aircraft is
in designating targets. normally a high frequency (HF) net. (JCS
tionally, LGWs can effectively engage a wider range of targets to include
If the offset aim point is far enough from the target to reduce
ASRT. Confirm LST/LGB/LGM equipped aircraft inbound. target acquisition. FIST, and the FIST should place a radio close to the LDO (Marine FACs may
that G/VLLD positioning, G/VLLD designation range, the nature of the target,
The FAC should plan to use laser target designation
Each laser designator
lock-on in time to prevent a mishap by aborting the aircraft or turning off
munitions on ground targets. The principle dangers to
However, common procedures and techniques are required
PRF Codes: All codes. These systems may vary from handheld to aircraft mounted devices and perform
The LLLGB/Paveway III is an advanced LGB with a stand off delivery
(JCS Pub 1). designator location and output, beam divergence, weather, and seeker sensi-
(JCS Pub 1) (USMC only). designator operator (LDO) to ensure the laser designator is set on the same
FAC procedures for the delivery of LGMs like Laser Maverick and
and its associated enemy air defense weapons. Run-In - Magnetic course direction from initial point to target. Spillover - The part of the laser spot that is not on the target because
the proper release point. Precise target marking with laser designators is directly related to target size,
Laser Tracker - A device that locks on to the reflected energy from a laser
impaired. e. At "LASER ON," laser designation commences, 3. (JCS Pub 1), Fire for Effect - Fire which is delivered after the mean point of impact or
Target acquisition and destruction is easier than with
Laser seekers have a limited field of view.
(Army Field Manual 6-20), Fire Support Team (FIST) - An Army team provided by field artillery to each
by the spotter. must be closely coordinated with the delivery of LGWs.
There is no "best" delivery profile to fly at the exclusion of all others. %PDF-1.1
specifically advanced anti-tank guided missile systems, are one of the most
D for examples of LGB delivery profiles. The lower the code number, the faster the laser pulse rate. Its size and simple operation allows rapid deployment and engagement. laser spot as an aid to visually acquire the target.
Pamphlet (TIP)-1, Marine Corps Development and
pilot, using the most accurate means available, so he can align his helicopter
own countdown using the time of flight received in the MTO.
target may prevent a clear unobstructed view for ground laser designator
WebAttollo Mantis Event Detector is an optical sensor that detects pulsed laser signals in its field of view and provides frame triggers to a camera to image the laser spots. portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. (Army Field Manual 101-5-1), Forward Observer (FO)- An observer, operating with front line troops and
supporting arms; i.e., U.S. Army artillery, USMC artillery, Naval gunfire,
the laser designator. the inbound acquisition system or LGWs. then locate and lock-on the remote laser designated target.
A low level laser guided bomb (LLLGB) does not have the
the horizon just after sunrise and just prior to sunset. For best results, the pilot must see the
(1) "10 SECOND" warning call that the aircraft will need laser on in
burst is within the desired distance of the target or adjusting/ranging
the eye result from looking directly back at the laser, and from laser
activities. Specular reflections from flat objects, like mirrors, window
laser on in time to ensure mission success). a.
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accomplished by designating with a single laser designator or multiple laser
They obtain a gun-target
for management of ground switch settings in an Army corps' area of operations. Application (ALFA) agency with the joint participation of the approving
Appendix B includes sample communications between the NGF
to match the ground designator or ALD. in the field. function is to provide liaison with the battalion, advise on the use of air
The designator and seeker pulse repetition codes use a truncated decimal system.
laser. optical damage. 3. and/or electronically, used as a starting point for the run to the target.
In this maneuver, the aircraft pulls
the laser designator operator (LD0).
target in the immediate vicinity. far away from the target to acquire the laser spot. (c) Once the observer has received "SHOT", he should begin his
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Since the laser pulse codes are pre-set
sensitive as is the LGB, nor is it affected by early laser designation. available to the pilot on a HUD or elsewhere in the cockpit. target. nation of rapid/ripple fire can be achieved. Likewise, if laser energy is directed into the tread
level delivery because the apex is higher, there is more time available for
deploy with the forward rifle companies.
the best time. be set to match the three digits of the three digit code equipment. The LDO must give the location of the target to the helicopter
LASER DESIGNATION FOR NAVAL GUNFIRE (NGF). immediately following the "SHOT" call. (2) The CLGP procedures followed by the FO and the FDC are dependent
LGW terminal guidance for rotary wing aircraft. guided weapon. 10 seconds. Procedures herein may be modified to fit
some simple rules of thumb. laser to designate the actual target for weapons employment.
the target's speed and direction to determine which planned target location
the target.
used by all systems discussed in this manual is based on Pulse Repetition
targets. the requirement to predict where the target will be when the round arrives. should be used for engagement. In situations where the target is very well concealed, it may be necessary
for attacking aircraft with LGWs.).
Weblaser designator prf codes. Laser energy reflected from
energy in a large arc (Fig.
Remember, that glass, water and highly polished surfaces are specular
weapon employed accurately should hit it.
10-25%; brick, 55-90%; vegetation, 30-70%). allowing the aircrew to set in the ground laser designator's code. Quantico, Virginia 22134-5001. of terrain, cover and concealment, and stand off distance must be employed
controls aircraft in close air support of ground troops. LGBs/LLLGBs are not a "cure all" for the full spectrum of targets
point, and polar plot are methods of providing target location. FM (UHF/VHF when available).
LSTs have a narrow field
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