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forward line of own troops
forward line of own troopsA line that indicates the most forward positions of friendly forces in any kind of military operation at a specific time. The forward line of own troops (FLOT) normally identifies the forward location of covering and screening forces. The FLOT may be at, beyond, or short of the forward edge of the battle area. An enemy FLOT indicates the forward-most position of hostile forces. Also called FLOT.forward line of own troops
forward line of own troops (FLOT)An imaginary line drawn on a map indicating the most forward positions of friendly forces in any kind of military operation at a specific time. The FLOT normally identifies the forward location of covering and screening forces. A pilot is at liberty to engage any targets beyond the FLOT.AcronymsSeeFLOTThesaurusSeefront line |