Which statement is true about the Chalk Leader responsibilities?

Which statement is true about the Chalk Leader responsibilities?

• A. Ensures safe, rapid off loading and security for the A/C
• B. Rides in last A/C for control purposes
• C. Maintains commo with HQ
• D. Plans the operation

Answer: (A)

In an air assault, the Chalk Leader is the on-ground commander of the troops assigned to a specific helicopter, and the most important duty is to supervise a safe, rapid off-loading and keep the aircraft secure. This means directing the troops as they dismount, keeping a quick, orderly pace, clearing the area around the aircraft from hazards and threats, and guiding everyone to the rally point so the operation can proceed without delay or confusion. The Chalk Leader works closely with the Aircraft Commander to time the off-load and maintain security during the insertion. Planning the overall operation is handled by higher-level planning elements, and riding in the last aircraft or focusing primarily on higher HQ communications are not the Chalk Leader’s main responsibilities.

In an air assault, the Chalk Leader is the on-ground commander of the troops assigned to a specific helicopter, and the most important duty is to supervise a safe, rapid off-loading and keep the aircraft secure. This means directing the troops as they dismount, keeping a quick, orderly pace, clearing the area around the aircraft from hazards and threats, and guiding everyone to the rally point so the operation can proceed without delay or confusion. The Chalk Leader works closely with the Aircraft Commander to time the off-load and maintain security during the insertion. Planning the overall operation is handled by higher-level planning elements, and riding in the last aircraft or focusing primarily on higher HQ communications are not the Chalk Leader’s main responsibilities.