The Targeting Process: D3A and F3EAD by Jimmy A. Gomez in current doctrinal solutions. At every echelon, the Army has adapted to the complex situations within the Operational …

Dec 29, 2017 · CA is the primary process to determine the performance of target engagement relative to desired target effects with both lethal and nonlethal capabilities. It is an important …

Jul 17, 2025 · The United States Army’s ability to deliver precision fires and effects is fundamentally tied to its doctrinal targeting methodology: decide, detect, deliver, assess (D3A).

Jan 31, 2013 · Reorganizes discussion of targets, targeting, the joint target cycle, and targeting duties and responsibilities for readability.

This publication (Field Manual [FM] 3-60, The Targeting Process) describes the targeting process used by the United States Army. The FM 3-60 is descriptive and not prescriptive in nature.

Jun 23, 2023 · ATP 3-60 presents a comprehensive targeting methodology that encompasses a systematic approach to target development and engagement. It outlines the steps involved in …

PREFACE SCOPE This publication describes the joint targeting process and provides tactics, techniques, and procedures for targeting surface (land or sea) time-critical targets (TCTs). It …

Target development includes functions such as target research, nomination, deconfliction, aimpoint recommendation, target materials production, and collateral damage estimation.

Targeting links the desired effects to actions and tasks. The targeting process can be generally grouped into two categories: deliberate and dynamic.

The joint targeting cycle is a six phase iterative process: end state and commander’s objectives, target development and prioritization, capabilities analysis, commander’s decision and force …