Tactical NAV

Tactical NAV, also known as TACNAV-X, is a location-based tracking app designed for use by military personnel. The app is primarily designed to assist in pinpointing enemy fire and mapping waypoints.
Tactical NAV also helps users efficiently relay critical information to tactical operations centers for prompt decision-making regarding airstrikes or medical evacuations.
The TACNAV-X platform is intended to enhance situational awareness, refine navigation capabilities, and assist in tactical decision-making across various operational environments.

Overview

Tactical NAV allows users to pinpoint enemy fire.

History

Tactical NAV was designed by U.S. Army Captain Jonathan J. Springer, a Field Artillery officer serving as a Battalion Fire Support Officer in the 101st Airborne Division. Springer conceived the idea for the app during his third tour in [War in War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)|Afghanistan (2001–2021)|Afghanistan] in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
On June 25, 2010, after a rocket attack by the Taliban killed two soldiers in his battalion, he was inspired to create an app that would prevent similar losses in the future, enhance situational awareness, and assist soldiers serving on combat deployments.
In 2010, Springer founded TacNav Systems to develop mobile applications for use by military personnel. He tested the app during combat operations in eastern Afghanistan and verified TACNAV-X's accuracy using DAGRs, AFATDS, Falcon View, CPOF, ATAK, and other approved Department of Defense systems.
As of 2012, the app had been downloaded 8,000 times.