Joint Close Air Support

Joint Close Air Support (JCAS) refers to military operations where ground forces and aircraft coordinate closely to strike enemy targets near friendly troops. This collaboration ensures that air assets, like fighter jets or drones, provide timely and precise support to ground units, enhancing combat effectiveness while minimizing risks to friendly personnel. JCAS relies on clear communication and shared tactics between different military branches, such as the army and air force, to safely engage in combat operations and achieve mission objectives efficiently. Its goal is to maintain the effectiveness of troops while ensuring air strikes do not inadvertently harm them.