ATP 3-09.70 — Paladin Operations
ATP 3-09.70 governs Paladin operations, including unit organization, fires, movement, defense, communications, safety, and sustainment.
- Publication number: ATP 3-09.70
- Title: PALADIN OPERATIONS
- Date: 09/25/2015
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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ATP 3-09.70 sets forth suggested duties and responsibilities of key personnel. It addresses doctrine and techniques for Paladin operations and training.
Topics covered
- Paladin operations
- Howitzer section operations
- Fire direction
- Position reconnaissance and occupation
- Unit defense
- Communications
- Safety computations
- Sustainment operations
Questions and answers
What are the howitzer section chief’s responsibilities?
The howitzer section chief is responsible for all aspects of howitzer section operations. (paragraph 1-17)
What is the primary purpose of reconnaissance, selection, and occupation of a position?
The primary purpose of RSOP is to determine the suitability of a position in terms of maneuverability, defensibility, trafficability, and communications. (paragraph 2-19)
How large may a Paladin platoon position be?
The Paladin platoon position may require an area approximately 1,500 by 3,000 meters. (paragraph 3-12)
What information is critical in a movement briefing?
Information critical to the movement are the grid location of the next position, azimuth of fire, no earlier or later than time to move, route, and column or formation composition. (paragraph 3-31)
How are communications between the fire direction center and howitzer sections established?
The communication between the fire direction center and howitzer sections is established by voice and digital using frequency modulation radios and wire. (paragraph 6-10)