FORWARD AIR CONTROLLER


Meaning of FORWARD AIR CONTROLLER in English

An officer (aviator/pilot) member of the tactical air control party who, from a forward ground or airborne position, controls aircraft in close air support of ground troops. Also called FAC. See also close air support. (JP 3-09.1)

DOD English dictionary of military terms.      Английский словарь военных терминов DOD.