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tactical data link standardization directed in CJCSI 6610.01D, Tactical Data Link
Standardization Implementation Plan. It covers similar responsibilities for other emerging TDLs.
Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility
(OPR) using the AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route AF Form 847s from
the field through the appropriate functional’s chain of command to include ACC/A3CJ,
acca3cj.jtids@langley.af.mil. Ensure that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this
publication are maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of
Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS)
maintained in the Air Force Records Information Management System (AFRIMS) located at
https://www.my.af.mil /afrims/afrims/afrims/rims.cfm.
SUMMARY OF CHANGES
This document is substantially revised and must be completely reviewed. General changes
include: Reflects new charter for ACC/A3CJ expanding its responsibilities from Link 16-only
and a role of Air Force Link 16 Network Design Facility to its responsibilities for operations
management of all non-legacy tactical data links (TDL) and its new role of (TDLOMO), with its
primary focus remaining on Link 16. Identifies ACC/A3 as the Air Force command lead
addressing cross-platform issues resulting from platform implementation, operational network
employment, and TDL management. Adds F-35 Air Force operational Crypto Controlling
Authority to TDLOMO responsibilities. Adds the new position of TDL Manager and its
responsibilities as well as new responsibilities by Wing/Unit Managers for capabilities such as
Situation Awareness Data Link (SADL) and the responsibilities associated with such
capabilities. Introduces continuing education concept for TDL Managers and Wing/Unit
Managers. Updates capabilities of using a website as a primary communications tool between
the TDLOMO, TDL Managers, and Wing/ Unit Managers. Updates responsibilities of AF Link
16 Network Management Working Group. Expands guidance and procedures for requesting a
new Link 16 network. Clarifies procedures for deconflicting Link 16 operations.
Chapter 1—INTRODUCTION 4
1.1. Tactical Data Links (TDL). .................................................................................... 4
1.2. Headquarters Air Force Responsibilities. .............................................................. 5
1.3. ACC Responsibilities. ............................................................................................ 5
Chapter 2—AIR COMBAT COMMAND DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS TACTICAL
DATA LINK OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION
(ACC/A3 TDLOMO) 6
2.1. Background. ........................................................................................................... 6
2.2. Mission. .................................................................................................................. 6
2.3. Duties and Responsibilities. ................................................................................... 6
2.4. AFLNMWG. .......................................................................................................... 7
Chapter 3—DATA LINK MANAGEMENT 9