In Arma Reforger, delivering supplies with helicopters can be one of the most impactful support roles in the game—but also one of the most misunderstood. This guide walks you through how to load, fly, and unload supplies efficiently under various scenarios, from safe base drops to high-risk frontline deliveries.

---

1. Loading Supplies into Helicopters

To load supplies:

• Approach the access doors on the helicopter
• The “load supplies” prompt may be unavailable if supplies aren’t physically near the helicopter

Important Note: Unlike spawning assets (which draw from the entire base’s supply pool), loading requires the physical proximity of supplies to the vehicle.

• With helicopters, you don’t need to be extremely close (unlike trucks)
• If lag is an issue in multiplayer, it may take 30–60 seconds for proximity to register—be patient

Visual Indicator: If you see supply boxes appear in the helicopter, loading was successful—even if numbers don’t update immediately.

---

Shop now on Amazon!
Save up to 50% on top Gaming Gear:

Gaming Headset
Gaming Mice
Mechanical Keyboards
Game Controllers
Gaming Chair

2. Ideal Delivery: Bases with Helipads

Landing at a base with a helipad is ideal:

• Easy to see and land on
• Supports immediate unloading and access

Problem: Most frontline bases early in the match won’t have a helipad due to supply constraints.

---

3. Workarounds for Bases Without Helipads

Best Structure to Use: Light Vehicle Depot

• Place it in an open, flat area near the base
• Stores supplies and allows easy unloading
• Safer to land next to than the Armory or command tent, which are high-profile and often targeted

If you must land near buildings, avoid tall or cluttered rooftops—rotor damage is common.

---

4. Field Example: Remote Drop with No Direct Landing

If you must land 200–300 meters away:

• Use a large backpack to manually carry supplies
• Each soldier can carry 6–7 supply points if lightly geared
• Coordinate with teammates to quickly unload and transfer supplies on foot

Manual hauling is time-consuming but highly effective with multiple players.

---

5. Extreme Danger Zones: Improvised Warehousing

When bases are under active threat:

• Land at a hidden or safe position nearby (e.g., behind buildings, in forested areas)
• Park a car or light vehicle to act as a mobile warehouse
• Hover near it, unload supplies into the vehicle
• Use the vehicle to drive supplies into the base or offload them manually

This avoids exposing the helicopter to direct fire.

---

6. Why Not Just Air-Drop Supplies?

While technically possible:

• Dragging and dropping supplies from the inventory while flying can cause them to spawn into the rotor blades, destroying the helicopter
• Not recommended unless the risk is acceptable or you’re already landing anyway

---

Final Thoughts

Helicopter logistics in Arma Reforger is about preparation, patience, and coordination. Understand how supply proximity works, avoid risky landing zones, and use your crew wisely. Even if it feels tedious at first, mastering helicopter delivery tactics can decisively tip the balance in your team’s favor.

Bring a steady hand, a loaded bird, and a squad that trusts your flying—and you’ll be the lifeline of the frontline.