firepower umbrella

An area of specified dimensions defining the boundaries of the airspace over a naval force at sea within which the fire of ships' antiaircraft weapons can endanger aircraft, and within which special procedures have been established for the identification and operation of friendly aircraft. See also air defense operations area.

Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.

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