Which CAS step represents the post-attack evaluation of damage?

• A. BDA
• B. Read backs
• C. TGT correlation
• D. Remarks/restrictions

Answer: (A)

Battle Damage Assessment focuses on after-action evaluation of what the attack actually accomplished. It involves collecting and analyzing data from pilots, ground observers, and sensors to determine whether the target was destroyed, damaged, or degraded, and to gauge any collateral effects and mission impact. This evaluation informs whether a follow-on strike is needed, whether assets should be redirected, and how the overall battle plan should be adjusted. The other items describe different parts of the CAS workflow—verifying received messages (readbacks), aligning sensors to the correct target (target correlation), or capturing post-attack notes and restrictions—none of which directly assess the damage inflicted.