1AFH10-801 — Defense Support Of Civil Authorities (dsca) Air Support

1AFH10-801 governs CISAR response and airdrop and swarm missions supported by Red c-sUAS platforms.

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  • Publication number: 1AFH10-801
  • Title: DEFENSE SUPPORT OF CIVIL AUTHORITIES (DSCA) AIR SUPPORT
  • Date: 2025-12-15

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It contains standardized and flexible options for CISAR operations, along with planning information on communications, airspace deconfliction, search planning, operational capabilities, and geo-referencing. It also specifies standardized formats and coordination responsibilities for geographic situational awareness.

Applies to: This handbook contains information applicable to all Air Force personnel, including Department of the Air Force civilians, Active Duty, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve.

Topics covered

  • CISAR response
  • CISAR geo-referencing
  • Red c-sUAS-supported airdrop missions
  • Red c-sUAS-supported swarm missions

Questions and answers

What response options does the CISAR Addendum provide?

The CISAR Addendum attempts to provide standardized and flexible options for any type of CISAR operation. (paragraph 7)

What format should be used for latitude and longitude in CISAR operations?

Latitude and Longitude should be in one standard format: DD-MM.mm. (paragraph 7)

How is airspace deconfliction managed during CISAR response?

Air space deconfliction will be implemented /managed using Latitude and Longitude. (paragraph 7)

Who has primary responsibility for coordinating SAR using USNG?

Aeronautical SAR responders working with Land SAR responders have the primary responsibility of coordinating SAR using USNG. (paragraph 7)

What is required for geographic situational awareness of CISAR operations?

Requirement for providing situational awareness of CISAR operations geographically to Federal, military, state, local and tribal leadership. (paragraph 7)

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