General
jtac
What does jtac mean?
'Joint Terminal Attack Controller' — a qualified service member who, from a forward position, directs the action of combat aircraft engaging targets in close air support.
""The JTAC has eyes on and is cleared to control the strike.""
Origin
US/NATO military abbreviation; the modern term for the ground controller role.
Frequently asked questions
What does JTAC stand for?
Joint Terminal Attack Controller — the trained ground controller who talks combat aircraft onto their targets during close air support.
How is JTAC different from a FAC?
JTAC is the modern qualified term for the ground controller role; FAC (Forward Air Controller) is the older, related term the JTAC largely replaced.
Is JTAC said as a word or spelled out?
It's usually pronounced as one word, "JAY-tak."
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