Call for Close Air Support [Mission Success]

With the enemy’s location confirmed, the team urgently called for close air support from callsign VIPER. In response, coalition aircraft carried out a precision strike using advanced munitions, effectively neutralizing enemy positions across the river. 

This decisive action threw the enemy into disarray, providing ideal cover for the team’s movement. Amidst the ensuing smoke and debris, the team swiftly moved to the V-22, which was on standby at a safe distance. The extraction was flawlessly executed, allowing the team to board quickly and avoid direct enemy engagement.

The return flight to JRH was introspective, with each member silently reflecting on the events and the impact of their rapid decision-making.  Upon landing, the team received immediate medical attention; Captain Chan and other team members were treated for minor injuries incurred during the operation.

The subsequent After Action Review (AAR) addressed various aspects of the operation, ultimately praising it as a textbook example of highly effective air-ground integration during the extraction phase.

The operation not only boosted the unit’s morale but also underscored the critical role of close air support in modern combat. Additionally, the successful execution of the mission enhanced relationships with coalition partners while demonstrating the strategic utility of Special Operations Forces.