Landing Area Definition - MilitaryDictionary.org

landing area

1.) That part of the operational area within which are conducted the landing operations of an amphibious force.

2.) Any specially prepared or selected surface of land, water, or deck designated or used for takeoff and landing of aircraft.

3.) In airborne operations, the general area used for landing troops and materiel either by airdrop or air landing.

See Also:

• related landing area diagram
• see also landing beach
• see also airfield

In the United States, military vocabulary is standardized by the Department of Defence. These terms are used by the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps.

Term Classification: operations