ALD stands for what in the deployment context?

• A. ALD - Arrived Load Date
• B. ALD - Available Load Date
• C. ALD - Available to Load Date
• D. ALD - Available to Load Date (Point of Embarkation)

Answer: (D)

ALD in deployment planning represents the date when the item is ready to be loaded at the point of embarkation. It marks readiness to begin the loading process at the embarkation point, not simply that some load exists or has already arrived. Including “Point of Embarkation” ties the date to the specific stage and location in the deployment flow, which is critical for scheduling loading, boarding, and departure. That exact phrasing—Available to Load Date (Point of Embarkation)—makes clear the date is about when loading can start at the POE, which is why it’s the best choice.