FM 57-35 Airmobile Operations - Survival Books

WWW.SURVIVALEBOOKS.COM30. Counter-intelligenceThese operations require the gathering of personnel and equipment at suitable sites on a time phased basis. In addition, briefingsare required in detail for personnel in all echelons of all unitsinvolved. This poses a particular security problem which requiresspecial emphasis on counterintelligence measures throughout planning and execution of the operation.31. Intelligence BriefingIntelligence briefings should be conducted in great detail andshould include all information on weather, terrain, and the enemy.The intelligence information should be circulated to the lowestlevel and, when feasible, key personnel who take part in the airmobile operation should be given an opportunity to study photographs and maps of the objective area and surrounding terrain.Each individual should understand thoroughly the instructionspertaining to escape and evasion and methods of marking pickupsites for evacuating personnel from downed aircraft.Section III. TACTICAL PLANNING FOR THE OBJECTIVE AREA32. GeneralThe plan or order for seizing and defending the objective in anairmobile operation should be simple. It is based on the currentground situation and must be closely coordinated with the overallground scheme of maneuver. Planning and execution can be simplified by establishing and rehearsing standing operating procedures for airmobile operations. Delay in producing the plan/orderor an improperly conceived plan increases the vulnerability ofthe airmobile force and lessens its chances for success. An analysisof the mission assigned by the higher headquarters discloses thetask or tasks to be accomplished and the priority of accomplishment. Planning follows the same principles that are used for otherground operations. Planning for operations in the objective areaencompasses, as appropriate, a scheme of maneuver, operationtime, schedule, defense, fire support, ground linkup, withdrawal,displacement, and an alternate plan.33. Scheme of Maneuvera. General. The scheme of maneuver (fig. 1) provides a schemefor seizing the objective area by assigning missions and objectives,designating the forward edge of the battle area (FEBA) and areconnaissance and security position (RSP), prescribing bound-AGO 2294B 17