The ALO is the senior TACP member attached to a ground unit who functions as the primary advisor to the ground commander on air operations. An ALO is usually an aeronautically rated officer and is an expert in the capabilities and limitations of air operations. The ALO plans and executes CAS in accordance with the ground commander’s guidance and intent. The ALO advises the respective ground commanders on the capabilities and limitations of CAS. The ALO is responsible for advising the ground commanders, S-3s and the FSC on the employment and integration of aviation assets. ALOs should work closely with other members of the staff such to ensure the smooth and effective integration of CAS into the planning process.Air Liaison Officer ensures tactical air control party movement is in accordance with the maneuver unit’s observation plan. Most tactical air control party operations require movement to forward assembly areas, observation posts, or battle positions during the preparation phase of an operation.