Zero Day

Inspection

This is an extremely meticulous inspection.
Will be conducted as soon as the soldier enters school grounds.
Soldier must have all items IAW packing list all items must be clean and serviceable.
If a soldier is missing any item that soldier may not be allowed to in-process (the unit will be allowed an alternate at this point).

The Obstacle Course: Is designed to assess a student's upper body strength, agility, endurance, confidence, and ability to perform at heights without displaying fear or distress. This test is critical in determining if a student will be able to complete Air Assault School without becoming a safety risk to themselves, instructors, or other students during the tough and demanding training events conducted throughout the course.

Soldiers are given a briefing on all obstacles prior to them negotiating the course.
Consists of nine obstacles.
Soldiers must negotiate all obstacles.
Soldiers who fail an obstacle will be given a five minute break and given a second attempt after failing the second attempt the soldier will be a "No-GO" for that obstacle.
A soldier must successfully negotiate two mandatory obstacles.
A soldier may not miss more than one non-mandatory obstacle.
Soldiers must complete a two mile run in 18 Minutes or less, regardless of age or gender.