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NATO Message Text Formats—Purpose and Method of Use NATO message text consists of standardized messages that are both man- and machine-readable. The formats of these messages are laid out in the NATO Message Catalogue (APP-11) and are generally referred to as MTF messages.Purpose -- MTF messages may be used To convey operational instructions or intentions.To pass operational information to tactical commanders at sea.To pass operational information between component commanders and subordinate units.To report operational information between commanders and from subordinate to higher formations.To notify organizations of impending and actual operations of units engaged in maritime warfare.Method of Use -- MTF messages are to be used as shown in Table 2-15. Detailed instructions of the structures and method of completion are contained in APP-11. Some of these messages have not yet been incorporated into FORMETS and their structures are found in Chapter 6 of APP-11. Relevant Allied publications are to be consulted for direction on content to be included.Ships and aircraft joining a force are to be in receipt of all relevant messages pertaining to the operation in sufficient time before joining a force, to allow the commander and operational staff to make sufficient plans and provisions that they can join the force without further orders.

• NATO Message Catalogue (APP-11 Ed D Ver 1:2015)
• Communications Instructions Tape Relay Procedures (ACP 127(G):1988)
• Allied Maritime Tactical Instructions and Procedures (MTP-01 Ed H Ver 1:2021)

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