In either option, the ACTs may be retained under squadron control or task organized with ground cavalry assets as AGTs. Squadron must orient in multiple directions. Operation is of limited duration. IPB allows commander to focus ACTs at decisive point and time. Maximum reconnaissance forward is required.
Maximum security is required to provide early warning and reaction time for the squadron.
Threat requires the ACTs to operate primarily at night for survivability. Squadron is oriented in a single direction. Operation requires extended coverage in time. IPB does not allow the commander to focus ACTs at decisive point or time. Maximum reconnaissance or security forward not required.