Field Manual / Acronyms / XO
XO
ACRONYMExecutive Officer
Executive Officer: second-in-command of a unit.
On air
“Bravo Five, this is Bravo Six. XO, take the command post. Over.”
In conversation
Check with the XO before you move.
The XO takes command when the commander is away.
The company XO also manages logistics and maintenance.
Send the supply request to the XO, not to the commander.