What is the mission of the ADSE/AGIE?

The mission of the Air Defense Support Element/Air-Ground Integration Element (ADSE/AGIE) focuses primarily on preventing fratricide and maximizing combat power. This is crucial in a combat environment where ground and air units operate in close proximity. Effective integration between these units helps to reduce the risk of friendly fire incidents, ensuring that each unit can perform its mission without inadvertently targeting allies. By focusing on this integration, the ADSE/AGIE enhances overall situational awareness and operational effectiveness, ultimately contributing to mission success.

While enhancing communication between ground and air units is important, that aspect is more of a means to achieving the overarching goals of fratricide prevention and maximizing combat power. Managing civilian air traffic in conflict zones is outside the ADSE/AGIE's primary mission, as their focus is more on military operations and tactical integration. Conducting training exercises for soldiers, although a vital part of military readiness, does not directly pertain to the specific mission of the ADSE/AGIE in the context of air-ground integration during active operations.