VOLUME I Multinational Maritime Tactical Instructions and Procedures

MTP 1(D), Vol. I
Table 1-6. OTC’s Functions in Air Coordination
NO.
FUNCTIONS
620 Promulgating air coordination policy.
Functions which may be delegated to a CWC.
621 Establishing (when this is not established by civil control authorities) and promulgating aircraft separation
and aircraft coordination procedures in the Force Air Coordination Area.
622 Designating the Air Coordinator (AC) and standby AC.
623 Establishing and promulgating within the force and to relevant outside authorities the dimensions
and location of force air coordination area.
624 to 639 SPARE
The following functions are normally delegated to the Air Coordinator,
but may be retained by the OTC.
640 Designating air control units (ACES) for aircraft not assigned to warfare commanders/coordinators
in liaison with the Air Resource Element Coordinator (AREC)/Helicopter Element Coordinator
(HEC).
641 Supporting the AAWC in establishing airspace coordination measures, such as special areas or
zones for aircraft safety, identification, or prevention of mutual interference.
642 Supporting Principal Warfare Commanders (PWCs) in establishing joining and control procedures
for aircraft, if required.
643 Ensuring safe coordination of all aircraft when they are under TF/TG units’ tactical control.
644 Coordinating air traffic, controlling, and monitoring aircraft movements within the force air coordination
area, ensuring altitude separation and traffic control, keeping AAWC and ACES involved
informed.
645 Coordinating and monitoring tactical employment of all force aircraft.
646 Ensuring that available weather information, including the altimeter pressure setting in millibars and
inches, is promulgated within the force air coordination area.
647 Support the AAWC in coordinating and reporting the movement of friendly aircraft.
648 Monitoring aircraft safety and coordination nets in conjunction with the ACU.
649 Maintaining up-to-date information on all national and international airspace information and reservations
that are likely to affect the force, ensuring adequate clearance and non-violation by the
force.
650 Promulgating restrictions on flying operations, due to meteorological conditions, keeping the
OTC/PWCs informed.
651 Supporting the AAWC in resolving conflicts between tactical use of weapons and demands of aircraft
safety.
652 to 699 SPARE
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