What is an Air Movement Plan? - ANSWER The air movement plan is largely based on
the ground tactical plan and landing plan. It begins when the assault or lift helicopters cross
the start point (SP) and ends when they cross the RP. The air movement plan specifies the
schedule and provides instructions for air movement of Soldiers, equipment, and supplies
from the PZ to the LZ. The air movement plan considers the impact of airspace restrictions. It
also provides coordinating instructions regarding air routes, aircraft speeds, altitudes,
formations, and the planned use of attack helicopters.
What is the Landing Plan? - ANSWER The Landing Plan outlines the distribution,
timing, and sequencing of aircraft into the LZs
What is the Ground Tactical Plan? - ANSWER The ground tactical plan is the foundation
of a successful air assault on which all other air assault planning stages are based. It is the
decisive operation for the air AATF because it accomplishes the mission assigned by the
higher headquarters. It specifies actions in the objective area that lead to accomplishment of
the mission and subsequent operations.
What is the Air Mission Brief (AMB)? - ANSWER Air mission brief refers to the written
product and the briefing itself. The AMB is a coordinated staff effort during which the AATFC
approves the air assault plan.
What is the Air Mission Coordination Meeting? - ANSWER The AMCM is a meeting
between the AATF and supporting aviation units. It is an S-3-level meeting that follows the
development of the ground tactical plan. The AMCM is run by the BAE and chaired by the
AATF S-3.
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, What are the five steps of the Reverse Planning Sequence? - ANSWER >Staging Plan
>Loading Plan
>Air Movement Plan
>Landing Plan
>Ground Tactical Plan
Who is the Air Mission Commander? - ANSWER The AMC is the aviation unit
commander or his designated representative. He receives and executes the AATFCs guidance
and directives, and controls all aviation elements.
Who is the Ground Tactical Commander? - ANSWER >Typically on the first serial into
the OBJ area
>Maintains communication with the AATFC
>Usually one of the AATFC's subordinate commanders
Name five possible route planning considerations. - ANSWER >Obstacles
>Time
>Vehicle Maintenance
>Fuel
>Safety
What are some considerations when forming an Air Assault? - ANSWER >Early
formation of the AATF
>Availability of aviation assets
>Maintaining unit tactical integrity
>Sufficient sustainment capability
Who commands an AATF? - ANSWER The ground or air maneuver commander,
designated as the air assault task force commander (AATFC), commands the AATF.
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the ground tactical plan and landing plan. It begins when the assault or lift helicopters cross
the start point (SP) and ends when they cross the RP. The air movement plan specifies the
schedule and provides instructions for air movement of Soldiers, equipment, and supplies
from the PZ to the LZ. The air movement plan considers the impact of airspace restrictions. It
also provides coordinating instructions regarding air routes, aircraft speeds, altitudes,
formations, and the planned use of attack helicopters.
What is the Landing Plan? - ANSWER The Landing Plan outlines the distribution,
timing, and sequencing of aircraft into the LZs
What is the Ground Tactical Plan? - ANSWER The ground tactical plan is the foundation
of a successful air assault on which all other air assault planning stages are based. It is the
decisive operation for the air AATF because it accomplishes the mission assigned by the
higher headquarters. It specifies actions in the objective area that lead to accomplishment of
the mission and subsequent operations.
What is the Air Mission Brief (AMB)? - ANSWER Air mission brief refers to the written
product and the briefing itself. The AMB is a coordinated staff effort during which the AATFC
approves the air assault plan.
What is the Air Mission Coordination Meeting? - ANSWER The AMCM is a meeting
between the AATF and supporting aviation units. It is an S-3-level meeting that follows the
development of the ground tactical plan. The AMCM is run by the BAE and chaired by the
AATF S-3.
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, What are the five steps of the Reverse Planning Sequence? - ANSWER >Staging Plan
>Loading Plan
>Air Movement Plan
>Landing Plan
>Ground Tactical Plan
Who is the Air Mission Commander? - ANSWER The AMC is the aviation unit
commander or his designated representative. He receives and executes the AATFCs guidance
and directives, and controls all aviation elements.
Who is the Ground Tactical Commander? - ANSWER >Typically on the first serial into
the OBJ area
>Maintains communication with the AATFC
>Usually one of the AATFC's subordinate commanders
Name five possible route planning considerations. - ANSWER >Obstacles
>Time
>Vehicle Maintenance
>Fuel
>Safety
What are some considerations when forming an Air Assault? - ANSWER >Early
formation of the AATF
>Availability of aviation assets
>Maintaining unit tactical integrity
>Sufficient sustainment capability
Who commands an AATF? - ANSWER The ground or air maneuver commander,
designated as the air assault task force commander (AATFC), commands the AATF.
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