avenue of approach

Definition/Scope: (JP 102) (Joint) An air or ground route of an attacking force of a given size leading to its objective or to key terrain in its path. (Army) the air or ground route leading to an objective (or key terrain in its path) that an attacking force can use. OLD VERSION An air or ground route of an attacking force of a given size leading to its objective or to key terrain in its path.

Acronym:

AA

Broader Terms:

battle position
primary position
terrain
terrain analysis

Narrower Terms:

air avenues of approach
boundary

Related Terms:

Area Of Responsibility
key terrain
listening post
mobility corridors
named area of interest