Operation Honeybadger (2001) XXVI
Swift Response (Part 1)
Sun 7 Jan 2024
Ended
Operation Honeybadger (2001) XXVI
Operation order
Situation
Background Information
The garrison guarding a forward oil field has missed their scheduled radio check-in. The oil fields in question are dangerously near the enemy stronghold of Al Minsah, and are far away from any friendly positions. The command is concerned about the possibility of Taliban attack and have as such authorized the immediate dispatch of QRF forces into the area.
Friendly Forces
Infantry platoon with;
1x Wildcat
1x Chinook
1x Wildcat
1x Chinook
Supporting Assets
The garrison inside the oilfield is about a platoon strong, with an additional platoon stationed at COP Butch.
There are CIVILIAN workers in the oil field. Last headcount was 12 civilian employees.
There are CIVILIAN workers in the oil field. Last headcount was 12 civilian employees.
Enemy Forces
Unknown.
Mission
Tasking
QRF response into the oilfield to investigate why they missed the scheduled radio check-in.
End-state
All members of the garrison and civilian staff accounted for.
Administration/Logistics
Resupply
Emergency resupply and LOGPAKs will be coordinated through OUTLAW 8 and delivered by AIR by STINGRAY 4 .
Medical
- Medical support will be conducted in field (PAK in Field)