Which is a CFF mission type?

• A. Immediate suppression
• B. Reconnaissance
• C. Close air support
• D. Airstrike coordination

Answer: (A)

CFF missions are the types of fire a forward observer can request through a Call For Fire. Immediate suppression is the one that fits as a CFF mission type because it specifies rapid, suppressive fire to stop an imminent threat right away. It prioritizes speed and immediate effect, helping to cover friendly movement or prevent exposure to enemy fire.

Reconnaissance is about finding or observing targets, not delivering fire. Close air support involves aircraft providing firepower, which is an air-based mission rather than a ground-based Call For Fire type. Airstrike coordination deals with organizing airstrikes, not calling for ground-fired fires. So the option describing rapid, immediate suppressive fire best represents a CFF mission type.