5-9. JFCs establish areas of operations (AOs) to decentralize execution of land operations, allow rapid maneuver, and provide the ability to fight at extended ranges. The size, shape, and positioning of land AOs are based on the JFC’s concept of operations and the land commanders’ requirements to accomplish their missions. Within these AOs, land commanders are designated the supported commander for the integration and synchronization of joint maneuver, fires, and interdiction. Interdicting is an action to divert, disrupt, delay, or destroy the enemy’s military surface capability before it can be used effectively against friendly forces, or to achieve enemy objectives. Accordingly, land commanders designate the target priority, effects, and timing of joint interdiction operations within their AOs. Further, in coordination with the land commander, the component commander designated as the supported commander for JOA-wide interdiction—typically the joint force air component commander (JFACC)—has the latitude to plan and execute JFC prioritized missions within the land AO. If JOA-wide interdiction operations would have adverse effects within a land AO, then the commander conducting those operations must either readjust the plan, resolve the issue with the appropriate component commander, or consult with the JFC for resolution.