observed fire

Definition/Scope: Fire for which the point of impact or burst can be seen by an observer. The fire can be controlled and adjusted on the basis of observation. FM 1-02

Broader Terms:

artillery fire
fire
Fire Direction Center
fire mission
Fire Support Coordinator
Fire Support Element
Fire Support Officer
fire support plan

Narrower Terms:

AN/TPQ-36 (Firefinder)
AN/TPQ-37 (Firefinder)
AN/TPQ-47 (Firefinder)
direct support artillery
General Support Artillery

Related Terms:

direct fire