At what altitude does a CH-47 typically release jumpers?

The typical altitude for releasing jumpers from a CH-47 helicopter is 1500 feet Above Ground Level (AGL). This altitude strikes a balance between allowing jumpers adequate time and space to deploy their parachutes safely while also maintaining a manageable operational risk.

At 1500 feet AGL, jumpers have sufficient altitude to maneuver during freefall and adequately deploy their parachutes to ensure a safe landing. This height is commonly practiced in military operations, as it allows for tactical jump scenarios while still ensuring the jumpers can handle airspeed and environmental factors effectively.

Other altitudes, while used in some contexts, do not offer the same combination of safety and operational effectiveness as 1500 feet AGL when conducting jumps from a CH-47.