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Mission Planning ​

Route creation, control measures, and operational preparation.

Overview ​

Mission Planning in ENGAGE encompasses all preparation activities before execution: creating routes, placing control measures, planning UAV missions, and developing tactical graphics. The platform provides comprehensive tools for both ground force and aerial operations planning.

Key Capabilities ​

Route Planning ​

Create movement routes and waypoints:

CapabilityFeaturesLink
Route LinesMulti-waypoint pathsLine Features
WaypointsNamed navigation pointsPoint Features
Axis of AdvanceWeighted attack arrowsManeuver Graphics
CorridorsWidth-buffered routesLine Features

Control Measure Graphics ​

Define operational boundaries and areas:

CapabilityFeaturesLink
Phase LinesNamed coordination linesBoundaries & Lines
BoundariesUnit separation linesBoundaries & Lines
ObjectivesNamed OBJ markersTactical Areas
Engagement AreasFire control zonesTactical Areas

UAV Mission Planning ​

Create unmanned aerial missions:

CapabilityFeaturesLink
Flight RoutesWaypoint-based pathsMission Planning
Survey PatternsGrid and area coverageMission Planning
Terrain FollowingAGL altitude modeTerrain Following
GeofencingSafety boundariesMission Planning

Fire Support Planning ​

Coordinate fires and effects:

CapabilityFeaturesLink
TRPsTarget reference pointsFire Support
Artillery FansRange visualizationFire Support
No-Fire AreasRestricted zonesArea Features

Workflow: Ground Operation Planning ​

Step 1: Establish the AO ​

  1. Draw Area of Operations boundary
  2. Add internal boundaries (phases, sectors)
  3. Define objectives with designators
  4. Mark assembly areas

Step 2: Plan Movement ​

  1. Create axes of advance (main, supporting)
  2. Add phase lines for coordination
  3. Mark line of departure
  4. Define limit of advance

Step 3: Add Fire Support ​

  1. Place target reference points
  2. Draw fire support coordination lines
  3. Mark no-fire areas
  4. Create artillery range fans

Step 4: Review and Export ​

  1. Verify all graphics are labeled
  2. Check for gaps in boundaries
  3. Export as overlay package
  4. Share with subordinate units

Workflow: UAV Mission Planning ​

Step 1: Define the Mission ​

  1. Select mission type (recon, survey, ISR)
  2. Define target area or route
  3. Set altitude constraints
  4. Determine time-on-target

Step 2: Create the Flight Plan ​

  1. Place takeoff and landing waypoints
  2. Add mission waypoints
  3. Configure loiter patterns if needed
  4. Set speed and altitude per leg

Step 3: Add Safety Measures ​

  1. Draw geofence boundary
  2. Configure lost-link actions
  3. Set battery/fuel reserves
  4. Define contingency waypoints

Step 4: Validate and Upload ​

  1. Review terrain avoidance
  2. Check for airspace conflicts
  3. Verify sensor coverage
  4. Upload to aircraft

Planning Considerations ​

Terrain Analysis ​

  • Check viewsheds from observation points
  • Verify line-of-sight between positions
  • Analyze slope and concealment
  • Consider terrain following for UAVs

Coordination ​

  • Align boundaries with adjacent units
  • Coordinate phase line times
  • Deconflict airspace
  • Share plans via collaboration

Contingencies ​

  • Plan alternate routes
  • Define rally points
  • Prepare branch plans
  • Configure emergency procedures

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