text: Appendix B
  Operational Formats
  Pathfinder leaders can use the operational formats described in this appendix to plan
  and carry out pathfinder operations. These formats are intended as guides and should
  be modified as required.
  PLANNING FORMAT
  B-1. The pathfinder leader uses the operation planning format shown in Figure B-1, page B-3, to
  organize an operation. This format consolidates information about each person or element. The leader can
  refer to this information during his planning and briefing. This format provides columns for writing in—
  ACFT NO
  B-2. Write in either the chalk number or the last three digits of the number painted on the tail of the
  aircraft that will transport the pathfinder.
  NAME
  B-3. Write in the name of each pathfinder.
  LOAD TIME
  B-4. Write in what time the pathfinder must be on the aircraft with all of his equipment.
  TO TIME
  B-5. Write in what time the aircraft will depart the staging area (the takeoff time).
  DUTY AND LOCATION
  B-6. Write in each pathfinder’s mission assignment and location within the operational area.
  CALL SIGN AND FREQUENCY
  B-7. Write in the radio call sign and frequency for each person operating a radio.
  EQUIPMENT
  B-8. List all equipment, other than individual equipment, that each pathfinder element will carry.
  REMARKS
  B-9. Write in any other pertinent information.