JP 3-55.1 JTTP for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles - BITS

commander's direction, are also responsible to the MilitaryDepartments and Services in the exercise of their administrative andsupport responsibilities.c. This publication is authoritative but not directive. Commanderswill exercise judgment in applying the procedures herein to accomplishtheir missions. This JTTP should be followed except when, in thejudgment of the commander, exceptional circumstances dictateotherwise. If conflicts arise between the contents of thispublication and the contents of Service publications, this publicationwill take precedence for the activities of joint forces unless theChairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, normally in coordination withthe other members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has provided morecurrent and specific guidance. Commanders of forces operating as partof a multinational (alliance or coalition) military command shouldfollow multinational doctrine and procedures ratified by the US. Fordoctrine and procedures not ratified by the US, commanders shouldevaluate and follow the multinational command's doctrine andprocedures, where applicable.3. Scope. This publication provides JTTP to guide UAV operations insupport of joint operations across the operational continuum, includingroles, mission, functions and tasks; description of the threat; UAVsystem capabilities; employment considerations; C3; airspace control;and planning considerations. This discussion is in the context of theDOD-approved UAV class categories.4. Basis. Joint Pub 3-55.1 is based on the sources listed in AppendixA.iv