Responding to heavy LZ contact
Brevity Word: "Wave Off" — Abort current landing attempt due to threat.
- Evaluate the intensity and accuracy of enemy fire as helos approach.
- Continue the landing if:
- Helos can safely land.
- Infantry can dismount and effectively engage the enemy.
- If not, call for a shift or abort of the LZ immediately.
- Consider already-dismounted forces:
- Attempt to land nearby for support if another helo was shot down.
- Use flanking landings to avoid reinforcing into a kill zone.
- Ensure clear, fast communication of the change in plan to all aircraft.
