ATP 6-02.2 — Signal Platoon
ATP 6-02.2 governs planning, preparation, execution, and sustainment of signal platoon operations.
- Publication number: ATP 6-02.2
- Title: SIGNAL PLATOON
- Date: 07/10/2026
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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It describes signal platoon roles, capabilities, limitations, organizational relationships, planning procedures, rehearsals, training, operational support, and sustainment. It also covers signal support principles, specialized signal units, retransmission checks, and battle drills.
Applies to: ATP 6-02.2 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and United States Army Reserve, unless otherwise stated.
Topics covered
- Signal platoon organization
- Signal platoon capabilities and limitations
- Command and support relationships
- Troop leading procedures
- Rehearsals and pre-combat inspections
- Support to operations
- Signal platoon sustainment
- Retransmission mission checklists
Questions and answers
Who does ATP 6-02.2 apply to?
ATP 6-02.2 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and United States Army Reserve, unless otherwise stated. (paragraph 6-22)
Are the principles and techniques in ATP 6-02.2 mandatory?
The doctrinal principles and techniques contained in this publication are intended to be used as a guide and are not prescriptive.
What must signal planners do during the operations process?
The signal staff must participate throughout the operations process to integrate the signal plan with the scheme of maneuver. (paragraph 5-4)
What must planners consider when developing signal support plans?
Planners must consider joint interoperability when formulating signal support plans. (paragraph 5-5)
Who exercises technical control over an assigned signal company?
The G-6 or S-6 at echelons corps and below exercises technical control over the assigned signal company through technical channels. (paragraph 1-172)