bogie

Term used in the Air Force, an unknown aerial target, one that hasn't been identified as friendly or hostile because of range, weather, or other reasons.

It is never a good idea to assume the worst and engage bogies without IFF (Identify Friendly or Foe), you could end up shooting down a friendly.

Pilot 1: Bogies six o'clock!!
Pilot 2: Copy that! (Split S away)
Pilot 1: What's their ID? Over!
Pilot 2: Confirmed F-15 spike, they are friendlies, over!
Pilot 1: Roger that, return to formation!

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