I have copied and pasted this quote from NEWSREP (news organization run by veterans). I have no idea of its legitimacy but I was hoping someone could explain the terms I have listed below in civilian speak for me.
“Capable of rapid deployment during day or night, to any environment, including permissive, hostile, denied, or politically and/or diplomatically sensitive locales. Conducts Preparation of the Environment activities utilizing indigenous sources, organic equipment, and remote-controlled technology. Integrates SR into Military Decision-Making Processes and Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment channels to maximize combat power.
The Special Reconnaissance Apprentice Course is where candidates learn the core skills of the SR job. The primary focus of the course will be on reconnaissance, surveillance, target interdiction, and long-range precision engagement. There will still be training on the gathering and analyzing of environmental and meteorological data—a residue from the SOWT career field—but to a much lesser extent”.
Terms:
Reconnaissance - what does it mean in this context?
Target interdiction- is this another term for direct action?
Long range precision engagement- first thing that comes to mind involves rifles but maybe aircraft as well?
Preparation of the environment - completely unsure of this term.
If any of this or all of this cannot be spoken of in an open forum I completely understand.
Thank you for your help on this topic.
Source:
Special Reconnaissance: The Air Force releases information on its new Special Operations job | NEWSREP