ACA, AADC, and Supported Commander for Personnel Recovery in COMAFFOR/JFACC
Which one of the following duties, functions, or authorities is most appropriately assigned to a dual-hatted COMAFFOR/JFACC and operations in the air domain, and which one should more appropriately be assigned to another component or Unified Command? For both parts of this question be sure to justify your contentions with logic and reasoning.
Airspace Control Authority (ACA)
Area Air Defense Commander (AADC)
Collection Management Authority (CMA)
Collection Operation Management (COM)
Collection Requirements Management (CRM)
Space Coordination Authority (SCA)
Jamming Control Authority (JCA)
Supported Commander for Personnel Recovery (PR)
**Instructional note: This question is not a “CTRL F” exercise, nor does it ask what these duties, functions, or authorities are in detail. Remember, the goal is less than 10% of your response is a direct quote. Answers that display direct quotes greater than 10% lack original conception and academic rigor and will be graded accordingly.**
Roles of The ACA, AADC in the COMAFFOR/JFACC and Supported Commander for Personnel Recovery in Unified Command.
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Components of the Dual-hatted COMMAFOR/JFACC
The Airspace Control Authority (ACA) and the Area Air Defense Commanders (AADC) are most suited for the dual-hatted COMMAFOR/JFACC because they both have specific responsibilities that align with the roles and responsibilities of a Joint Force Air Component Commander (JFACC). The Airspace Control Authority (ACA) is responsible for monitoring and evaluating airspace control operations to ensure compliance with applicable airworthiness and flight safety regulations and maintain effective airspace utilization. The ACA is typically headed by a dual-hatted commander, such as a COMAFFOR/JFACC, responsible for air operations and airspace control. The ACA uses various tools and techniques to monitor airspace control operations, including radar, surveillance, and communications systems (Army et al., 2019). They also use air traffic control procedures, such as flight plans and airspace control orders, to manage and coordinate airspace usage. Additionally, the ACA may conduct regular inspections and audits of airspace control operations to ensure compliance with regulations and identify improvement areas. The ACA also closely monitors and evaluates airspace usage to prevent congestion, optimize airspace usage and maintain safety.
The ACA would work closely with the COMMAFOR/JFACC to coordinate and deconflict airspace usage during military operations. The operations would include determining airspace restrictions, providing clearance for aircraft to enter specific areas, and monitoring airspace to ensure compliance with regulations (Williams, 2011). Additionally, the ACA would also work with other government agencies, such as air traffic control, to ensure the safe and efficient movement of civilian aircraft in and around the area of operations.
The Area Air Defense Commander (AADC) plays a critical role in the dual-hatted Commanders of Air and Missile Defense (COMAAD) and Joint Force Air Component Commander (JFACC) operations in the air domain. The AADC is responsible for the air defense of a specific geographic area. It works closely with the COMAAD and JFACC to coordinate and integrate air defense operations into the overall air operations plan.
The AADC is responsible for detecting, identifying, and engaging enemy aircraft and missiles within their designated area of responsibility. They work closely with the JFACC to ensure that air defense assets are properly allocated and employed to support the overall air operations plan. This includes ensuring that air defense assets are properly positioned to protect key assets and areas and properly coordinated with other air defense assets to provide a comprehensive air defense umbrella. The AADC also works closely with the COMAAD to ensure that air defense operations are integrated with other missile defense operati...