FM 57-35 Airmobile Operations - Survival Books

WWW.SURVIVALEBOOKS.COMequipment at loading sites to physically control aircraft takeoff.They may be assisted by pathfinders.d. Flight routes are denned by air control points (checkpoints).Normally, the IP and RP are easily recognizable landmarks. Theymay be indicated by visual or electronic devices, especially at nightand during periods of low visibility. As many additional ACP'sas are required for navigation may be designated and marked inlike manner. Pathfinders may provide the necessary personneland equipment to mark all checkpoints.e. The aviation unit commander is responsible for executing theflight as prescribed in the order. He keeps the force commanderinformed of progress during the flight and makes any recommendations he considers appropriate./. Personnel controlling movement maintain contact with thecolumn during flight, with pathfinders (if used) in the objectivearea, and transmit movement instructions as required (change inroutes, altitude, formation, speed, etc.) in coordination with theflight operations center (FOC) in control of that corps area.g. Upon reaching the RP, serials within the air column leavethe column and proceed to the assigned landing zones. Necessaryinstructions on the final approach to the landing zone and on landing may be transmitted by pathfinders at the landing zone(s).Contact between them and serial commanders is established at apredesignated point or time.h. Alternate means of locating landing zones and ACP's shouldbe provided for by placing self-erecting navigation aids or by infiltrating patrols equipped with communication gear.64. Unloading and Return Flighta. To reduce congestion in the landing zones and minimize thetime aircraft are exposed to enemy fire while on the ground, theyare unloaded rapidly and take off for return movement by flightswithout organizing into serials. Pathfinders within the objectivemay assist in clearing combat troops and equipment from thelanding sites and in the takeoff of aircraft to speed up the actionand avoid traffic congestion.b. Flights return to the loading area over designated returnroutes. If an alternate route is to be used, necessary instructionsare issued and coordinated with the FSC and other affected headquarters.c. When returning flight leaders reach a predesignated point,they contact the loading area for instructions.AGO 2294B