OPERATIONAL TEST AND EVALUATION OF HIGH ALTITUDE LOW OPENING (HALO) PARACHUTE TECHNIQUES.

Abstract

This test evaluated the feasibility of parachuting small teams of select Army and Air Force parachutists at extreme high altitudes into remote areas utilizing the HALO techniques established for altitudes up to 25,000 feet. The test was conducted utilizing fourteen Army and Air Force parachutists and an Air Force C-130B aircraft. The feasibility of introducing small units into a combat area by HALO techniques was proven successful. Several modifications to the existing procedures were required as well as additional crew and equipment requirements. The modifications and requirements as well as recommendations for future HALO operations are included in this report. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1964
Accession Number
AD0452569

Entities

People

  • Charles J. Corey
  • Marvin L. Payne
  • Medney E. Tardy
  • Sven E. Wallin

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Aircrafts
  • Altitude
  • Combat Areas
  • High Altitude
  • Parachutes
  • Remote Areas
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Equipment
  • Vehicle Equipment
  • Warfare

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