What type of control requires control of individual attacks and the JTAC/FAC (A) to visually acquire the attacking aircraft and visually acquire the target for each attack?

Type 1 Control is characterized by the requirement for a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) or Forward Air Controller (Airborne) (FAC(A)) to visually acquire both the attacking aircraft and the target for each individual attack. This level of control is necessary to ensure a high degree of safety and accuracy, minimizing the risk of fratricide and maximizing the effectiveness of the airstrike. In Type 1 Control, the JTAC has to maintain visual contact with the aircraft and the target simultaneously, which allows for precise coordination and communication.

In contrast, Type 2 Control allows the controlling unit to provide clearance to attack without the necessity for continuous visual contact with the target, while still requiring that the controller be able to visually track the attacking aircraft. Type 3 Control permits attacks when the JTAC/FAC(A) does not need to visually acquire the aircraft or the target but still has situational awareness. Type 4 Control does not apply in this context as it typically refers to different types of operations like airspace coordination rather than individual attacks.

This specific requirement in Type 1 Control makes it the most stringent and is crucial in scenarios where safety and target identification are paramount.