The mission of the Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate is to plan, execute, and report on assigned Five Year Test Programs and Customer Tests for Joint airborne and Special Operations Forces to support doctrine development and the materiel acquisition process. On order, it supports developmental testing using test parachutists and conducts airdrop certification of all airborne and airdrop equipment. It sustains the morale, welfare, and training of our Soldiers, civilians, and family members.