VOLUME I Multinational Maritime Tactical Instructions and Procedures

MTP 1(D), Vol. I
(b) Identity of the SAC.
(c) Latest position, time, source of information, classification, and confidence level of the contact.
(d) If applicable: Datum designation, datum position, datum error, last known course and
speed of contact, datum time, and SITREP.
c. SAU Communications. On dispatch of a SAU, responsibility for its communication requirements
is transferred from the OTC to the SAU commander. Normally, the existing ASW circuits will continue
to be manned by the SAU, with the remainder shifting to an alternative ASW control frequency
(Procedure Alfa, see ACP 176) or screen tactical frequency (Procedure Bravo). Use should be made of
standard tabulated messages, such as the ASW Action Table in ATP 1, Vol. II. The Single Letter Maneuvering
Signals may be used for SAU action.
NOT RELEASABLE
9234 THE SAU COMMANDER
a. The SAU Commanders Responsibilities.
(1) Forming the units assigned and ordering the method of approach.
(2) Establishing communications on assigned SAU frequencies with units of the SAU and with the
SAC.
(3) Designating the appropriate ACU; however, ACU duties are normally best carried out by the
SAU commander.
(4) Establishing datums, as necessary.
(5) Promulgating helicopter alert states, if applicable.
b. Information To Be Passed by SAU Commander to SAU.
(1) Latest position, time, source of information, classification, and confidence level of contact.
(2) Identity of the SAC.
(3) ETA at contact or datum and, if applicable, the torpedo danger area.
(4) If applicable:
(a) Datum time, datum position, datum designation, and datum error.
(b) SITREP.
(c) Torpedo countermeasures to be employed.
(5) Intentions, including Plans RED and BLACK.
c. NOT RELEASABLE
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