AH-1W SuperCobra being fuelled during a FARP exerciseMQ-9 Reaper (UAV) at a forward area refuelling point
A forward arming and refuelling point (FARP) or forward area refuelling point[1][2] is a NATO term for an area where aircraft (typically helicopters) can be refuelled and re-armed at a distance closer to their area of operations than their main operating base.[3] This reduced distance allows a faster turnaround time during sustained operations. FARPs are typically temporary, transitory facilities - particularly if the forward edge of the battle area is highly mobile, or if there is a high threat from enemy aircraft or artillery.[1]
The US Department of Defense defines a FARP as:
A temporary facility, organized, equipped, and deployed to provide fuel and ammunition necessary for the employment of aviation maneuver units in combat.[1]
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The UK Ministry of Defence defines the FARP as:
A temporary facility organised, equipped and deployed by a Joint Helicopter Force commander to provide fuel and ammunition necessary for the employment of helicopter units. Normally located in the main battle area ahead of the Joint Helicopter Force’s normal combat service support area.[2]
^ abcUSAF "FARP: Land, refuel, leave". U.S. Air Force. 19 February 2019.
^ ab"MQ-9 FARP in a Combat Area". DVIDS. Retrieved 2024-04-18.
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