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Air Force special operations air detachment

A squadron-size headquarters that could be a composite organization composed of different Air Force special operations assets, normally subordinate to an Air Force special operations air component, joint special operations air component, joint special operations task force, or a joint task force.

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infrared pointer

A low power laser device operating in the near infrared light spectrum that is visible with light amplifying night vision devices.

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outer transport area

In amphibious operations, an area inside the antisubmarine screen to which assault transports proceed initially after arrival in the objective area.

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damage assessment

The determination of the effect of attacks on targets.

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multinational doctrine

The agreed upon fundamental principles that guide the employment of forces of two or more nations in coordinated action toward a common objective.

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