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Highlight from the Doctrine Advisory Control Below the Coordinating Altitude

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The rapid evolution of warfare has introduced a surge of small unmanned aircraft systems into the battlespace, operating primarily below the coordinating altitude, which is traditionally managed by land commanders. This influx creates significant congestion and increases the risk of fratricide among …

AFDP3 52 Airspace Control Highlights

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Airspace control is defined as the exercise of delegated authority over designated areas to maximize operational effectiveness while ensuring safety, efficiency, and alignment with a joint force commander's intent. Given that the air domain is often busy and contested, effective management allows al …