AFSPECWAR - TACP

AFSPECWAR - T ACP supports the development of the Joint Terminal Control Training and Rehearsal (JTC TRS) Program, which aims to provide a Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) capable, high-fidelity simulator for Special Warfare airmen. This includes training for Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), Special Tactics Combat Control Team (CCT), Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) operations, and Air Support Operations Center (ASOC) operations. The program's objectives include facilitating interoperability with joint and sister Service air-ground simulation using industry standards, networking aircrew full mission trainers and training centers in a live-virtual-constructive network, and integrating ASOCs with the Joint Theater Air Ground Simulation System (JTAGSS) trainer for Joint Fires integration.

Additionally, the program supports the development of the JTAGSS trainer, which complements the JTC TRS trainer by providing a total air-ground constructive simulation environment for integrated networked training and mission rehearsal capability. The objectives of this effort include providing the ASOC, Special Operations Forces (SOF), and TACP with vertical and horizontal command and control communications and coordination training, as well as mission rehearsal required for mission effectiveness. The program also aims to address emerging and short notice Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortage (DMSMS) issues by moving to a modular, common open system architecture that is sustainable and cyber-resilient. These efforts are crucial in meeting mandated readiness requirements due to insufficient exercises and live training events available.