Advisory team 162 alo-fac

Advisory Team 162, also known as ALO-FAC (Air Liaison Officer – Forward Air Controller), was a specialized unit within the U.S. Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV) during the Vietnam War. The team’s primary mission was to advise and assist the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) on the effective use of close air support and to coordinate air strikes in support of ground operations. Comprised of experienced U.S. Air Force officers and enlisted personnel, Advisory Team 162 provided vital communication links between ground forces and combat aircraft, ensuring timely and accurate air support. Their efforts played a crucial role in enhancing the ARVN’s combat effectiveness and contributed significantly to joint U.S.-South Vietnamese military operations.