Variable Message Format, abbreviated as "VMF" and documented in MIL-STD-6017, is a communications protocol used in communicating tactical military information. A message formatted using VMF can be sent via many communication methods. As it does not define this method, it is not a Tactical Data Link (TDL).[1]
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The standard is designated distribution class C, meaning that it may only be distributed to federal employees and contractors. Contractors may obtain a copy from their government POC.[2] However, the standard for the header is openly available.
Format[]
The VMF application header is defined by MIL-STD-2045-47001. The VMF message body consists of "K" Series messages.
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References[]
- ↑ "Variable Message Format - VMF". Archived from the original on October 7, 2011. https://web.archive.org/web/20111007054531/http://www.lm-isgs.co.uk/defence/datalinks/variable_message_format.asp.
- ↑ "MIL-STD-6017A (NOTICE 1)". http://everyspec.com/MIL-STD/MIL-STD-3000-9999/MIL-STD-6017A_NOTICE-1_24274/. Retrieved Dec 2014.
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