ATP 4-48 is the United States Army reference for aerial delivery operations. Its purpose is to provide guidance on all aspects of aerial delivery operations. This publication defines aerial delivery; discusses aerial delivery methods and options; describes the planning, preparation, and execution process; and identifies roles and responsibilities in the conduct of aerial delivery. The intent is to provide the reader with an understanding of the abilities, limitations, and techniques of aerial delivery. ATP 4-48 contains five chapters and two appendices:
DesignationATP 4-48
EditionAug 2023
StatusActive
ProponentTRADOC
Pages102
FunctionSustainment
CollectionCurrent Doctrine
Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. This publication supersedes ATP 4-48, dated 21 December 2016.