ATP 3-90.97 — Mountain Warfare And Cold Weather Operations
ATP 3-90.97 governs U.S. forces’ mountain warfare and cold weather operations in mountainous and cold weather environments.
- Publication number: ATP 3-90.97
- Title: MOUNTAIN WARFARE AND COLD WEATHER OPERATIONS
- Date: 04/29/2016
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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ATP 3-90.97 covers environmental conditions, terrain analysis, intelligence, operations, maneuver, engineering, sustainment, aviation, fires, communications, and training. It provides doctrinal guidance and direction for how United States (U.S.) forces conduct mountain and cold weather operations.
Applies to: The information contained in this manual applies to all Soldiers, regardless of rank or job specialty.
Topics covered
- Mountainous environments
- Cold weather operations
- Terrain analysis
- Mountain operations
- Military mountaineering
- Altitude and environmental hazards
- Mountain communications
- Mountain warfare training
Questions and answers
How are mountains classified for military purposes?
For military purposes, mountains are classified according to operational terrain levels and dismounted mobility and skill requirements. (paragraph 1-59)
What elevation is considered a very high mountain?
Very high, greater than 3,048 meters (10,000 feet). (paragraph 1-60)
What does level I mountain terrain include?
Level I terrain is located at the bottom of valleys and along the main LOCs. (paragraph 1-63)
What does the publication say about high mountains?
High mountains exceed 1,829 meters (6,000 feet) and are characterized by barren alpine zones above the timberline. (paragraph 1-61)
What does retransmission require for tactical communications?
As a result, retransmission requires focused and detailed planning. (paragraph 9-5)