Which types of close air support terminal attack control can a joint fires observer provide target information in support of?

A joint fires observer can provide target information in support of Type 1 Control, which is a method of close air support terminal attack control. Type 1 Control involves situations where the terminal attack controller must visually acquire both the target and the aircraft delivering the ordnance. This ensures positive identification of the target, allowing for safe and accurate strike. In this scenario, the joint fires observer is actively involved in the targeting process, providing critical information that helps the controller maintain situational awareness and execute the airstrike effectively.

Type 2 and Type 3 Controls also allow for more indirect methods of control, with Type 2 enabling target engagement with some risk of fratricide while Type 3 allows engagements without requiring visual confirmation of the target. However, these are not the primary focus of a joint fires observer's role, as they rely less on the direct visual confirmation required in Type 1 Control.