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Today’s video is going to be discussing.
JTAX, which stands for joint terminal attack controller. We’re going to be going over their training, what they do, and who they are. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the video. But before we jump into it, make sure to take a moment and show us some love and support by liking our video and subscribing to our channel. Your support is our lifeblood. Do not hesitate to ask us questions. In the comments section below, we check everything a JTAC refers to a qualified service member who directs the action of combat aircraft engaged in close air support and other offensive air operations from a forward position. Keep in mind JTAC is not a military occupation, it is a certification or qualification. A lot of different military specialties can become JTACs. Navy Seals, swicks, recon marines, raiders, anglicomarines, green berets, 13 foxtrot, army Rangers, TAC, P’s, CCTs. We can go on and on.
Lucky for you, we have videos on.
Literally every single one of those that we just mentioned.
So after this video is over, go.
Check them all out, especially if you’re new to the channel. Fun fact as well. Navy riverines have JTACs. The more you know all four service components of the United States Special Operations Command have JTACs, but each branch has their own prerequisites. These generally all have to deal with if someone has a hand in a.
Soft community or is mission essential to.
Where they can become a JTAC. It’s not like a cook or an admin guy can just request to become a JTAC. There has to be a legitimate need for it.
There are a few different schools where.
JTACs can become certified in. One of them is SOTAC, which stands for special operations terminal Attack control course, which members of special operations units may attend. SOTAC, which is about four weeks long, involves high explosive bombs dropped from aircraft streaking through the sky thousands of feet above, providing close air support to ground troops. The course is offered roughly six times each year or more and trains students to conduct precise close air support missions involving the control of multiple aircraft, flying at different altitudes, and approaching from various directions. All bombing and firing missions take place over Yuma proving ground on an approximately 35 square mile zone located a mere 25 minutes drive from SOTAC’s classroom facilities. Here’s a picture of the fiscal year 20 SOTAC class schedule for your viewing pleasure.
At the end of the day, if you’re interested in becoming qualified as a JTAC, make sure you find yourself in.
A community where it is an actual possibility. We will leave a link in the description to joint publication 30 nine, which is about joint fire support and within it mentions JTAX and everything to do with close air support.
Give it a look when you have some time.
Well, that is the down and dirty of joint terminal attack controllers.
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