Appendix G 
DEFINITIONS OF FORWARD NAVAL BASE FUNCTIONS 
1. SOSUS (Sound Surveillance System). The SOSUS terminal functions 
that support ASW acquisition by locating submarine threats beyond the 
range of the sensors organic to Fleet forces. 
2. ASWOC (Anti-Submarine Warfare Operational Center). Functions that 
support ASW evaluation by analyzing received ASW data, reporting SOSUS 
track data, and controlling and coordinating ASW functions under the 
Area ASW Commander. 
3. MPA (Maritime Patrol Aircraft) Squadron. The U.S. P3 aircraft and 
cooperating NATO patrol squadron functions that support ASW acquisition 
and prosecution, both within and outside of the Naval force area of ASW 
responsibility, and the associated airfield facilities and assets to 
include airstrip, taxiways, parking aprons, and protective shelters for 
aircraft launch and recovery, maintenance, and protection. 
4. Radar/IFF (Identification - Friend or Foe). Functions that support 
AAW acquisition, both within and outside of the Naval _ force 
capabilities. 
5. Aircraft Control/Warning. Functions that support AAW evaluation and 
weapons assignment under the direction of the Area AAW Commander. 
6. SAM (Surface-to-Air Missile). Functions that support AAW prosecution 
under the direction of the area AAW Commander. 
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