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What does TPFDD stand for?

Tactical Planning Force Deployment Data

Time-Phased Force Deployment Data (correct)

Tactical Phase Force Delivery Division

Total Phased Force Delivery Division

What does a TPFDD include?

In-place units, units to be deployed, routing of forces, movement data, estimates of cargo and personnel movements.

What is a Force Requirement or Capability?

An established need for resources or units to accomplish military objectives.

What does FRN stand for?

Force Requirement Number Signup and view all the answers

What is a ULN?

Unit Line Number Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the first three characters of a FRN?

They represent a parent ULN. Signup and view all the answers

A shortfall is identified by a providing organization code of 'X'.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the Plan C-Day?

The date and ZULU time that a deployment commences. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

RDD = When forces must be at the destination and complete unloading. ALD = When forces must be prepared to load at POE. EAD = The earliest day for accepting units at POD. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Cargo Category Code?

Identifies the types of cargo for force or non-unit-related cargo requirements. Signup and view all the answers

A code used to identify special projects is called the ______.

Project Code (PROJECT) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Back Planning' refer to?

It is based on RDD/CRD/BOG date set by the supported CCDR for a unit. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Joint Force Projection Process?

Mobilization, Deployment, JRSO&I, Employment, Sustainment, Redeployment. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Employment' describe in JOPP?

It prescribes how to apply forces to achieve national strategic objectives. Signup and view all the answers

What is the earliest arrival date (EAD)?

The earliest day a unit can be accepted at a POD during deployment. Signup and view all the answers

The mode indicates how a requirement is being transported.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a Transportation Tracking Account Number (TTAN)?

To identify each force requirement in the database Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

TPFDD Overview

TPFDD stands for Time-Phased Force Deployment Data, part of the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES).
It consists of force data, cargo and personnel information, and movement data critical to operational planning.

Components of TPFDD

Includes in-place units and those to be deployed, indicating priority for arrival at Port of Debarkation (POD).
Estimates transportation requirements and movements for both cargo and personnel.

Force Requirements and Codes

Force Requirement Number (FRN) uniquely identifies force entries using alphanumeric codes, unsourced until confirmed by commanders.
Unit Line Number (ULN) describes specific unit increments for deployment and is sourced at this stage.

Planning and Classification

Classifies the operation plan with security tags ("U" for unclassified, "C" for confidential, etc.).
Identifies the plan type (exercise vs. real-world) using "E" or "R" codes.

Transport and Movement Concepts

Defines various movement legs including:
- Origin (starting point)
- Port of Embarkation (POE)
- Port of Debarkation (POD)
- Final Destination (DEST)

Cargo and Force Characteristics

Cargo is categorized by measurement tons (MTONS) and short tons (STONS), with specific details for each ULN.
Force requirements include personnel needing non-organic transport and indicators for cargo types.

Dates and Timing

Plan C-Day marks the start of deployment operations, logged at 0001 hours.
Various delivery dates are defined such as Earliest Arrival Date (EAD), Latest Arrival Date (LAD), and Commander’s Required Date (CRD).

Level of Detail in Cargo Information

Level I through Level VI represents the granularity of cargo detail, from total counts to individual item specifications.

Joint Force Projection Process

Encompasses mobilization, deployment, and sustainment in an iterative sequence supporting operational success.
Integrates all phases of military operation, focusing on the systematic projection of forces effectively across various scenarios.

Mobility and Sustainability

Mobilization is essential for preparing resources in emergencies.
Sustainment underlines the ongoing support needed to ensure mission success throughout the operation.

Key Concepts of JOPP

Joint Reception, Staging, Onward Movement and Integration (JRSOI) is crucial for transitioning deployed forces into operational readiness.
Redeployment focuses on returning units or reallocating resources to meet new operational needs.

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