text: Introduction
  To understand FM 3-04, the reader must understand the doctrinal fundamentals contained in ADP 3-0, ADP 3-
  90, ADP 5-0, and ADP 6-0. The reader should also be familiar with the tactics described in FM 3-0, FM 3-90-1,
  FM 3-90-2, FM 3-98, and FM 3-99 to understand how Army Aviation integrates with the combined arms team.
  This enables them to successfully prosecute operations short of conflict, prevail in LSCO, and consolidate gains
  to win enduring strategic outcomes after conflict has concluded.
  FM 3-04 describes the core competencies, organizations, operations, sustainment, capabilities, tactics, and
  procedures of Army Aviation forces. This manual updates previous doctrine and describes how Army Aviation
  forces, as part of the combined arms team, shape OEs, prevent conflict, conduct LSCO, and consolidate gains
  against peer competitors. This publication focuses on the employment of Army Aviation through air-ground
  operations in support of unified land operations. Additionally, FM 3-04 encompasses not only large-scale
  operations, but all aspects of aviation support to unified land operations.
  FM 3-04 contains five chapters:
  Chapter 1 introduces Army Aviation’s role in unified land operations. It describes the core
  competencies of Army Aviation and presents unique aspects of aviation operations throughout
  the multi-domain operational environment.
  Chapter 2 provides an overview of each of the various organizations and unique staff officers in
  Army Aviation. It also provides references for commanders and staffs on command and support
  relationships, command post operations, and integration of Army Aviation with joint airspace
  users.
  Chapter 3 discusses and provides examples of the various missions which may be conducted by
  Army Aviation units. It adds discussion of aerial-delivered mine operations and considerations
  for aviation operations in a contested airspace environment.
  Chapter 4 provides an overview of Army Aviation’s requirements for and contributions to
  sustainment operations. It includes expanded discussion of forward arming and refueling points
  in the LSCO environment.
  Chapter 5 provides basic discussion of the capabilities, requirements, and limitations of each of the
  aircraft and unique support systems operated by Army Aviation units.