scope:

Allied Joint Publication (AJP)-3.3.5 is NATO's key document for ASC. The doctrine is deliberately broad and is designed for the guidance of all NATO forces and those participating with NATO (i.e., Partnership for Peace, non-International Military Staff). Other NATO publications, employing the doctrine of ASC provided herein, but describing specific procedures and tactics, may not be available for Partner nations and/or affiliated forces yet. It is the responsibility of the respective commander to ensure familiarization of these procedures and tactics, as deemed necessary. The doctrine in this publication is, therefore, not intended to restrict the authority and responsibility of commanders and their organic resources, but rather to enhance overall operations. Adversary and friendly force structures, the commander's concept of operations, the commander's priorities and the operating environment will necessitate different specific procedures for ASC, both for operations within and beyond NATO's area of responsibility. Commanders, in co-operation with collaborating forces and appropriate air traffic services (ATSs), will implement procedures required to accommodate national or NATO airspace control capabilities and requirements.