AR 350-2 — Operational Environment And Opposing Force Program
AR 350-2 prescribes policy and procedures for the Department of the Army Operational Environment and Opposing Force Program.
- Publication number: AR 350-2
- Title: OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT AND OPPOSING FORCE PROGRAM
- Date: 03/12/2024
- Proponent: G-2
- Status: ACTIVE
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It addresses OE and OPFOR activities, training scenarios, accreditations, services and support, and public affairs. It requires coordination or approval for certain OPFOR uses and establishes fidelity levels for training environments.
Applies to: This regulation prescribes policy and procedures and assigns responsibilities for the Department of the Army (DA) Operational Environment (OE) and Opposing Force (OPFOR) Program.
Topics covered
- Operational environment activities
- Opposing force employment
- Training scenarios
- OE and OPFOR accreditations
- Training environment fidelity levels
- OPFOR coordination and approval
Questions and answers
What must Army training events include for realistic leader and unit training?
The conditions for Army training events are realistic, relevant, and challenging OE and OPFOR influences that must be present to develop leaders and achieve unit training objectives. (paragraph 3-1)
How must Army training scenarios balance OPFOR and blue forces?
Scenarios for Army training will include the concept of a 'level playing field,' an equal chance at exercise start for either side, OPFOR, or blue forces (BLUFOR), to achieve victory. (paragraph 3-1)
What approval is required to use a force other than OPFOR in Army training?
Use of a force other than OPFOR, such as outsourcing, for Army training must be coordinated and approved through the TRADOC, G 2. (paragraph 3-1)
What approval is required for changes to present-day OPFOR tactics, equipment, or organization?
Changes to present-day OPFOR tactics, equipment, and organization must be coordinated with and approved by TRADOC, G 2. (paragraph 2)
What approval is required to use OPFOR for experimentation or testing?
Use of OPFOR for these activities must be coordinated with the TRADOC, G2, and approved by the Commanding General (CG), TRADOC, or delegated representative. (paragraph 1-6)