What is the primary role of an Air Intercept Controller in air defense operations?

What is the primary role of an Air Intercept Controller in air defense operations?

• A. To only vector interceptor aircraft toward potential targets without engaging.
• B. To maintain ground radar and coordinate civilian flights.
• C. To detect, identify, vector, and direct interceptor aircraft to engage hostile or unknown aircraft while maintaining the air picture and ROE.
• D. To monitor weather and provide flight planning.

Answer: (C)