MAAP stands for which of the following?

• A. Mission Air Patrol
• B. Military Airspace Control
• C. Master Air Attack Planning (MAAP)
• D. Mechanical Airspace Plan

Answer: (C)

Master Air Attack Planning is the structured process used to develop, synchronize, and execute air-to-ground attack missions so they support the commander’s intent. It covers target development, weaponeering, asset allocation, timing and sequencing, risk assessment, and deconfliction with other air and airspace to create a coherent plan that can be executed by air assets. This makes MAAP the correct expansion, since it specifically refers to planning and coordinating air attacks. The other options describe different concepts: Mission Air Patrol relates to patrol missions, Military Airspace Control focuses on managing and controlling airspace, and Mechanical Airspace Plan is not a standard term.