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forward air controller [ˈfɔ:wəd ˈɛə kən'trəulə]
mil., logist. A qualified individual who, from a forward position on the ground or in the air, directs the action of combat aircraft engaged in close air support of the land forces. (FRA)
USA An officer aviator/pilot member of the tactical air control party who, from a forward ground or airborne position, controls aircraft in close air support of ground troops (JP 3-09.3) see also close air support
forward air controller airborne [ˈfɔ:wəd ˈɛə kən'trəulə]
USA A specifically trained and qualified aviation officer, normally an airborne extension of the tactical air control party, who exercises control from the air of aircraft engaged in close air support of ground troops (JP 3-09.3)