Which units are responsible for producing and transmitting surveillance tracks?

C2IUs, or Command and Control Interface Units, play a crucial role in producing and transmitting surveillance tracks within joint operations, particularly in the context of Link-16 network systems. These units integrate various data sources and sensor information to create a comprehensive picture of the operational environment. The C2IUs facilitate the collection, processing, and dissemination of track data, ensuring that actionable intelligence is available for decision-making and operational planning.

This functionality is essential for maintaining situational awareness among different units and facilitates effective coordination in joint operations. They enable users to share track data across a wide variety of platforms and systems, making them vital for achieving unity of effort among US and allied forces. This ability to transmit and receive detailed surveillance information greatly enhances the overall operational efficiency and responsiveness of joint missions.

There are other units mentioned, like Remote Track Units and Track Reporting Units, which may play roles in tracking but do not have the comprehensive capability of C2IUs in terms of command and control interface and integration of multiple data streams.