Call for Fire

Process a complete fire mission from initial call through adjustments to FFE.

FDC Setup

Enter gun position and firing data before receiving the call for fire.

Call for Fire Format (FM 6-30)

Line 1: Observer ID, Warning Order, Target Location

Example: "A23, Adjust Fire, Grid NK 180345"

Example: "Steel 6, Fire for Effect, Polar, Direction 4520, Distance 2400"

Line 2: Target Description

Example: "Infantry platoon in the open"

Line 3: Method of Engagement (optional)

Method of fire and distribution