USER GUIDE

Entering a Call-For-Fire

VBS3Fires v3.6.3 User Guide

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7.1.7 Enhanced Naval Gun Fire Support

7.1.7.1 Elements of the Call For Fire

To perform the duty of providing naval gunfire, the FO must communicate effectively with the fire

support ship. To do this with the least confusion and the greatest speed, the FO uses a standardized

call for fire. The call for fire is transmitted to the ship in two transmissions, consisting of six

elements, with a read-back break after each transmission. The sequence of these two transmissions

is as follows:

 Spotter identification and warning order and target number.

 Target location, target description, method of engagement, and method of fire and control.

7.1.7.2 Spotter (FO) Identification

This element tells the ship who is calling. The FO and the ship use call signs. Once given, call signs are

normally omitted from subsequent transmissions in the course of the mission.