General
fac
What does fac mean?
'Forward Air Controller' — a person who directs close air support aircraft onto their targets, historically from the ground or an aircraft (FAC-A); a predecessor and companion term to JTAC.
""The FAC will talk the jets onto the target.""
Origin
US and allied military abbreviation of 'forward air controller', in use since WWII/Korea.
Frequently asked questions
What does FAC stand for?
Forward Air Controller — the person who directs close air support aircraft onto their targets, from the ground or from the air (FAC-A).
Where does the term FAC come from?
It's an Allied military term dating to the WWII and Korea era, and remains in use alongside the newer JTAC role.
What is FAC-A?
Forward Air Controller (Airborne) — a FAC who performs the role from an aircraft rather than on the ground.
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