Which type of control is used when the JTAC/FAC(A) requires control of individual attacks and visually acquires the attacking aircraft and the target for each attack?

• A. Type 1 Control
• B. Type 2 Control
• C. Type 3 Control
• D. Type 4 Control

Answer: (A)

This question is about the control method used when every strike is managed one by one and the attacking aircraft must have both the aircraft and the target in sight for each attack. That is Type 1 control. In this mode, the JTAC or FAC(A) designates a single target for a single attack and the delivering aircraft must visually acquire and confirm the target before releasing weapons. It provides the tightest, per-attack oversight, reducing risk of misidentification and ensuring precise timing and weapon release for each individual strike.

Other control types cover broader engagements. Type 2 involves control of attacks where multiple aircraft or multiple targets are involved, often without requiring the attacker to see the target for every attack. Type 3 is used for area or pattern engagements where a specific point target isn’t visually tracked for each attack. Type 4 refers to less direct forms of control where the attacker operates with minimal JTAC input. Because the scenario emphasizes individual attacks with visual acquisition of both attacker and target for each one, Type 1 is the best fit.