Army Techniques Publication (ATP) 3-04.17 describes forward arming and refueling point (FARP) operations for aviation units. It also includes planning considerations for FARP setup and transportation planning considerations for Class III and V products.

*Introduction

ATP 3-04.17 provides techniques to assist with shaping the way Army Aviation conducts FARP operations. ATP 3-04.17 expands upon aviation specific information discussed in ATP 4-43 and serves as the primary reference publication for effectively managing aviation FARP operations.

ATP 3-04.17 contains four chapters and seven appendices:

• Chapter 1 provides information about a FARPs purpose, organization, and mission command.
• Chapter 2 outlines FARP employment planning factors for areas such as refueling equipment requirements, refueling operations requirements, arming operations requirements and operational environment.
• Chapter 3 provides information on FARP related training.
• Chapter 4 outlines FARP sustainment related planning considerations for resupply, Class III, Class V, Argon Gas, and transportation.

This book is a “BIG” size (the size of a regular sheet of paper). This website also has the popular “mini” (half the size of a regular sheet of paper).

The binding is with coil, allowing easy flipping of pages without jamming.

The color covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.