When does a movement to contact end?

• A. After enemy contact has been established
• B. Aircraft reaches the objective or limit of advance without enemy contact
• C. Movement continues until contact is made
• D. End occurs after 2 hours

Answer: (B)

The end of a movement to contact is defined by the point you have reached the objective or the preplanned limit of advance when no enemy contact has been made. This gives a clear stopping point so you can consolidate, reassess, and plan the next action rather than chasing an ever-changing front. If enemy contact does occur, you would shift to the appropriate combat phase rather than simply continuing the same movement; however, the stated end condition emphasizes finishing the movement if you reach the objective or the limit of advance without meeting the enemy. Options that imply ending only upon contact or relying on a time limit do not match this defined, goal-oriented stopping point.