General
flot
What does flot mean?
'Forward Line of Own Troops' — a line indicating the most forward positions of friendly forces at a given time, used to coordinate fires and movement.
""Keep all fires beyond the FLOT — friendlies are right up to that road.""
Origin
US/NATO military doctrinal abbreviation of 'forward line of own troops'.
Frequently asked questions
What does FLOT stand for?
Forward Line of Own Troops — a line marking the most forward positions of friendly forces, used to coordinate fires and movement so you don't hit your own side.
How is FLOT different from FEBA?
They're closely related terrain-control lines; FLOT marks the forward edge of friendly troop positions, while FEBA marks the forward edge of the battle area where combat units are deployed.
How do you say FLOT?
It's usually said as one word rhyming with "plot."
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