ATP 3-01.64 — Avenger Battalion And Battery Techniques
ATP 3-01.64 governs techniques for employing and operating the Avenger lethal air defense system in Army ADA operations.
- Publication number: ATP 3-01.64
- Title: AVENGER BATTALION AND BATTERY TECHNIQUES
- Date: 03/10/2016
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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It covers Avenger mission command, communications, air battle management, unified land operations, offense, defense, sustainment, and stability operations. It describes techniques for Avenger batteries and battalions and requires decisions and actions to comply with applicable laws and rules of engagement.
Applies to: ATP 3-01.64 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States and U.S. Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.
Topics covered
- Avenger mission command
- Air defense control procedures
- Avenger communications components
- Offensive operations
- Defensive operations
- Unified land operations
- Stability operations
Questions and answers
What does Avenger mission command integrate?
The mission command warfighting systems encompass the arrangement of personnel; networks; information systems; processes and procedures; and facilities and equipment that enable commanders to conduct operations. (paragraph 2-3)
What drives the operations process for Avenger commanders?
Commanders are the most important participants in the operations process. While staffs perform essential functions that amplify the effectiveness of operations, commanders drive the operations process through understanding, visualizing, describing, directing, leading, and assessing operations. (paragraph 2-4)
Who establishes air defense control procedures?
The Area Air Defense Commander or delegated representative establishes air defense control procedures. (paragraph 2-59)
What do air defense warnings alert units to?
Air defense warnings (ADW) alert units of enemy air attack; various levels of units broadcast an ADW on the battalion FAAD C3I network. (paragraph 2-59)
How must air defense warnings be disseminated?
When received, ADWs apply to the force as a whole and must be disseminated to every TOC and CP within the supported force. (paragraph 2-60)