INPROCESSING

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IN-PROCESSING

• Reporting Day, 0930, Bartlett Hall 412
• Requirements
• Orders
• PT Card within 30 days of Zero Day (Need to get
  from COC)
• Height Weight Data / Body Fat Worksheet
• ALL Equipment on Packing List
• DO NOT plan to return to West Point on
  In-processing Day. I could not get into my
  trunk room is not an excuse for missing
  in-processing.

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COURSE DATES
ASSLT 2 West Point, NY 101st, Ft Campbell, KY
ASSLT 4 Ft Campbell, KY 101st
In-processing 22 JUN 08, 0800, Supes Box Bus
Departs 1200HRS Zero Day 24 JUN 08
Graduation 10 JUL 08
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Packing List

• A. P.T. JACKET
• B. FIELD JACKET WITH NAME TAPE, U.S. ARMY TAPE,
  FLAG, RANK AND UNIT OR GORTEX WITH NAME TAPE AND
  RANK
• C. ACU TROUSERS
• D. ACU TOP
• E. 2 BROWN OR TAN T-SHIRT
• F. RUNNING SHOES
• G. WATERPROOF BAG
• H. WOOL SCARF OR NECK GAITER ( BLACK OR BROWN)
• I. WATCH CAP
• J. 3X5 CARD
• K. 3 PAIR OF SOCKS
• L. GLOVES BLACK LEATHER SHELLS
• M. GLOVE INSERTS, WOOL 2 PAIR ( BLACK, GREEN OR
  ACU GRAY)
• N. PONCHO
• O. P.T. PANTS
• P. WET WEATHER TOP
• Q. NOTE BOOK PEN
• R. P.T. BELT
• S. ACU HAT

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Packing List

• Packing list is for carrying in rucksack
  during foot marches.  Students are responsible
  for bringing additional toiletries, additional
  uniforms, and other personal items as well.

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ZERO DAY

• AASLT 1/2/3 Inspection of Zero Day Equipment,
  O-Course, 2-Mile Run
• (Full equipment inspection on Day 1)
• 2 Mandatory Obstacles Tough One and Confidence
  Climb. Must pass 6/7 Minor Obstacles. Two
  attempts at each obstacle.
• 2 Mile Run 18 Minutes

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COURSE OVERVIEW

• Pathfinder Phase (Day 1-3)
• Written Exam
• Hand and Arm Signal Test (Hands-On)
• Sling-load Phase (Day 4-6)
• Written Exam
• Sling-load Inspection Test (Hands-On)
• Rappel Phase (Day 7-9)
• Swiss Seat Test (Hands-On)
• Rappel Test (Hands-On)
• 12 Mile Foot March (Day 10)
• 3 Hours Post Foot March Packing List
  Inspection

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EQUIPMENT

• Packing list provided
• CLEAN, DX or BUY your equipment NOW!!!!
• No negotiations on the packing list. You will
  be dropped from the course if you dont have
  everything on the packing list.
• Clean, serviceable, ARMY ISSUE.

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PREPARATION

• Get in the best shape possible. It only makes
  it easier.
• Practice climbing a rope - often. You will not
  pass Zero Day if you cant climb rope.
• Get your equipment ready. DO NOT expect the
  OIC/Cadre to provide you equipment if youre
  missing any or if yours doesnt meet the
  standard.
• Practice Foot Marching. 12 Miles is a long
  way.
• Mental Preparation / Attitude
• Remember youll only get ONE SHOT at it this
  summer! Your chance of re-cycling is minimal!

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Helpful Hints

• Hydration
• Proper nutrition/Supplements
• Get your equipment clean and serviceable
• Use ONLY Army-issue equipment
• FOCUS on Air Assault School for 11 Days
• ID tags must match ID card
• In-process with a current PT Test
• Study during the course
• Dont stress over the A-22 Cargo Bag
• Follow directions
• Do not argue with the Black Shirts

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PACKING LIST REVIEW
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OIC CPT Randall Ashby randall.ashby_at_usma.edu
NCOIC SFC William Villagomez william.villagomez
_at_usma.edu