Who is responsible for leading the flight according to the mission brief and commander's intent?

• A. Flight Lead
• B. Air Mission Commander (AMC)
• C. Brigade Aviation Officer (BAO)
• D. Aviation Liaison Officer (LNO)

Answer: (A)

Leading the flight means taking the mission brief and the commander's intent and turning them into real-time air actions for the group. The Flight Lead is the person designated to direct the flight in the air, issuing lead calls, managing formation and timing, and making tactical decisions within the approved intent and constraints. They ensure the team stays cohesive, maintains safe spacing, and can adjust or abort the plan if safety or tactical conditions change, all while staying within what the commander intends. The Air Mission Commander operates at a higher level, coordinating the overall mission; the Brigade Aviation Officer handles brigade-level aviation support planning; and the Aviation Liaison Officer connects with external units.