FM/BG-953.V1.04 - Commander initiated engagements (CIE)
Use a CIE to quickly orient your gunner on a threat. Follow the structure:
- Alert: “Gunner”, “Contact”, or “Target” signals incoming CIE.
- Orient: Use bearing, clock-ray, or landmarks, plus range.
- Describe: Briefly describe the target type (e.g., “Enemy tank”, “Squad in the open”).
- Action: Confirm with “On” or “Not seen”. If “On”, give weapon type (Coax, HE, etc.) and command “Fire” or “Fire when ready”.
After ordering a CIE, begin scanning for follow-on threats. Maintain tempo and initiative.
Last major change:
Initial SOP Port
