Marine Aircraft Wings

Chapter 3 Marine Aircraft Wings

Section I. Fundamentals

3101. General OAS is “those air operations conducted against enemy installations, facilities, and personnel to directly assist the The primary mission of Marine Corps aviation is to partici- attainment of MAGTF objectives by the destruction of pate as the air component of the MAGTF in the seizure and enemy resources or the isolation of his military force.” defense of advance naval bases and to conduct such land (MCRP 5-12C, Marine Corps Supplement to the DOD operations as may be essential for the prosecution of a naval Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms). OAS campaign. A collateral mission is to participate as an integral includes the categories of close air support (CAS) and deep component of naval aviation in the execution of such other air support (DAS). Navy functions as the fleet commanders so direct. (1) CAS. CAS is “air action by fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft against hostile targets which are in close proximity to 3102. Expeditionary Aspects friendly forces and which require detailed integration of each air mission with the fire and movement of those forces.” Marine Corps aviation is organized, trained, and equipped (Joint Pub 1-02, DOD Dictionary of Military and Associ- to function as the MAGTF ACE. The ACE must be ated Terms) prepared to operate from a variety of sea- and shore-based facilities (from naval shipping to austere forward operating (2) DAS. DAS is “air action against enemy targets at such bases (FOBs)) to support MAGTF expeditionary opera- a distance from friendly forces that detailed integration of tions. The focus of the ACE is to support the MAGTF each mission with fire and movement of friendly forces is not during the assault landing and subsequent operations ashore. required. Deep air support missions are flown on either side Initially, support could be furnished by Marine aircraft of the fire support coordination line; the lack of a require- squadrons operating from FOBs within striking distance of ment for close coordination with the fire and movement of the amphibious objective area or by V/STOL aircraft friendly forces is the qualifying factor.” (MCRP 5-12C). operating from amphibious shipping. DAS missions include strike coordination, air interdiction, and armed reconnaissance. 3103. Functions b. Antiair Warfare MAGTF aviation tasks are divided into six functional areas that guide the commander in planning aviation allocation and AAW is “that action required to destroy or reduce to an employment. The commander considers the functional area acceptable level the enemy air and missile threat. It includes to be used, rather than the specific means (individual such measures as the use of interceptors, bombers, antiair- craft guns, surface-to-air and air-to-air missiles, electronic weapons system), for accomplishing the mission. Individual attack, and destruction of the air or missile threat both weapons systems perform missions that are part of each before and after it is launched. Other measures which are function of Marine aviation. The six functions of Marine taken to minimize the effects of hostile air action are cover, aviation are described in the following paragraphs. concealment, dispersion, deception (including electronic), a. OAS and mobility.” (Joint Pub 1-02) The primary purpose of AAW is to gain and maintain some degree of air superiority. 3-2 MCRP 5-12D

AAW includes both offensive and defensive means to (2) Aerial delivery operations transport equipment and accomplish its objective. supplies to FOBs or remote areas either by landing at the desired location or through air drop. (1) Offensive AAW. Offensive AAW constitutes operations conducted against the enemy air or air defense (3) Aerial refueling allows MAGTF aircraft to conduct system before it can be launched or assume an attacking flight-ferrying operations, extend time on station, and extend role. Offensive AAW operations in or near the objective mission range. In addition, aerial refueling aids in the recov- area consist mainly of air attacks to destroy or neutralize ery of damaged or low-fuel aircraft by extending their time in hostile aircraft, airfields, radars, air defense systems, and the air, when required. supporting areas. Offensive AAW includes theater missile defense (TMD) attack operations and suppression of (4) Air evacuation provides transportation of personnel and enemy air defense operations. equipment from FOBs or remote areas by using transport helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. (2) Air Defense. Air defense includes all defensive measures designed to destroy attacking enemy aircraft or (5) TRAP facilitates the recovery of personnel and equip- missiles in the earth’s atmosphere or to nullify or reduce the ment while preventing additional loss. The TRAP mission is effectiveness of such attack. There are two forms of air an implied task associated with all MAGTF operations. defense: active and passive. Specially briefed aircrews are assigned to perform TRAP missions. TRAP missions are conducted when the tactical (a) Active air defense is direct defensive action taken to situation prevents the use of traditional search and reserve destroy attacking enemy aircraft or missiles or to nullify or techniques. TRAP is normally conducted only when survi- reduce the effectiveness of such an attack. Active air vors and their locations are confirmed. defense includes the use of aircraft, air defense weapons, supporting weapons (weapons not typically used in an air (6) Air logistical support operations are conducted by using defense role), and EW. fixed-wing aircraft to provide assault support of MAGTF forces on the ground in much the same manner as helicop- (b) Passive air defense constitutes all measures, other than ters. Air logistical support delivers troops, equipment, and active defense, taken to minimize the effects of hostile air supplies to areas beyond helicopter range and lift capability action. These include the use of cover, concealment, camouflage, deception, dispersion, electronic protection, or when surface transportation is slow or unavailable. and protective construction. Passive air defense is a command responsibility of every unit commander. (7) Battlespace illumination can be provided by both fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft and is used to provide light in the c. Assault Support battlespace area.

Assault support is “the use of aircraft to provide tactical d. Air Reconnaissance mobility and logistic support for the MAGTF, the movement of high priority cargo and personnel within the Air reconnaissance is “the acquisition of intelligence informa- immediate area of operations, in-flight refueling, and the tion by employing visual observation and/or sensors in air evacuation of personnel and cargo.” (Fleet Marine Force vehicles.” (FMFM 5-10, Air Recon- naissance) manual (FMFM) 5-30, Assault Support) The tasks of assault support fall within the following seven categories: (1) Visual Reconnaissance. Any airborne platform may conduct visual aerial reconnaissance operations. An (1) Combat assault transport provides mobility and logistic observer or pilot can visually search a route, point, or area. support to the MAGTF. It can be used to rapidly deploy Visual aerial reconnaissance is frequently related to offensive forces, bypass obstacles, or redeploy forces to meet the action such as artillery, naval surface fires (NSF), or air enemy threat, thus allowing for a rapid buildup of combat support. power at a specific time and location. (2) Multisensor Imagery Reconnaissance. Multisensor imagery reconnaissance includes photographic, side-looking airborne radar, and infrared reconnaissance Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-3

techniques. When the imagery is processed, it provides Organizationally, Marine aviation is divided into three active intelligence information to all interested commands. duty MAWs and one Reserve MAW. Each MAW has a unique organizational structure; these structures are repre- (3) Electronic Reconnaissance. EW-configured sented in figure 3-1 on page 3-4, figure 3-2 on page 3-5, aircraft provide the means to detect, identify, evaluate, and figure 3-3 on page 3-6, and figure 3-4 on page 3-7. The locate foreign electromagnetic radiation that is emanating MAW provides the personnel and equipment for the from other-than-nuclear detonations or radioactive sources, MAGTF ACE. Operationally, the ACE task organizes with thereby providing up-to-date electronic order of battle and various resources from the MAW that are necessary to technical intelligence. complete the ACE’s assigned mission.

e. EW Typically, the ACE supports a MEF with one or more MAWs. Support to the MEF may include assets from EW is “any military action involving the use of electromag- more than one MAW that are task organized to form a netic and directed energy to control the electromagnetic MAW (reinforced). The ACE supports a MEU with a spectrum or to attack the enemy.” (Joint Pub 1-02) The task-organized squadron that usually consists of a mix of three major subdivisions of EW are electronic attack (EA), rotary-wing aircraft, short take-off and landing aircraft, a electronic protection, and EW support. Marine air control group (MACG) detachment, a fixed- (1) EA is “that division of electronic warfare involving the wing Marine aviation logistics squadron (MALS) detach- use of electromagnetic, directed energy, or antiradiation ment, and a rotary-wing MALS detachment. The ACE weapons to attack personnel, facilities, or equipment with normally supports an SPMAGTF with a task-organized the intent of degrading, neutralizing, or destroying enemy squadron that consists of a mix of rotary-wing aircraft, short combat capability.” (Joint Pub 1-02) take-off and landing aircraft, a MACG detachment, a fixed- wing MALS detachment, and a rotary-wing MALS (2) Electronic protection involves “actions taken to protect detachment. Actual squadron composition will depend on personnel, facilities, and equipment from any effects of mission requirements. friendly or enemy employment of electronic warfare that degrade, neutralize, or destroy friendly combat capability.” MAWs include Marine aircraft, air control, and wing (Joint Pub 1-02) support groups. Each group includes the squadrons and/or battalions that are necessary to complete the groups’ roles in (3) EW support involves “actions tasked by, or under Marine aviation. MAWs and groups are not organized direct control of, an operational commander to search for, according to tables of organization (T/Os), but rather are intercept, identify, and locate sources of intentional and task organized to accomplish the missions assigned. Each of unintentional radiated electromagnetic energy for the the four wings may have a different organization; however, purpose of immediate threat recognition.” (Joint Pub 1-02) each wing is capable of performing all six functions of f. Control of Aircraft and Missiles Marine aviation. 3201. General The control of aircraft and missiles involves the coordinated employment of facilities, equipment, communica- The notional MAW is task organized to provide a flexible tions, procedures, and personnel that allows the ACE and balanced aviation organization that is capable of provid- commander to plan, direct, and control the efforts of the ing the full range of aviation operations in a variety of areas ACE to support accomplishment of the MAGTF’s mission. without the requirement for prepositioned support, control, Control of aircraft and missiles is executed through the and logistical facilities. The MAW is the smallest unit with Marine Air Command and Control System (MACCS). the inherent capability of performing all six functions of The control of aircraft and missiles function serves to Marine aviation. The wing is composed of the subordinate integrate the activities of the other five functions of Marine units depicted in figure 3-5. Aviation organizations smaller aviation into a coordinated effort. than a wing can provide the capabilities to accomplish any or all aviation functions by using task organization. 3104. Marine Aviation Organization 3-4 MCRP 5-12D

Headquarters 1 1st MAW MWHS-1 Camp Butler, Japan

Aviation Support MAG-12 MAG-36 MACG-18 MWSG-17 Element Iwakuni, Japan Futenma, Japan Futenma, Japan Camp Butler, Japan Kaneohe Bay, HI

MALSE MALS-12 MALS-36 MTACS-18 MWSS-171 (IWA) HMH-362 VMA 3 HMM-262 MASS-2 MWSS-172 (FUT) HMH-363 VMFA-212 HMM-265 MWCS-18 (BUT) HMH-366 VMFA 2 HMH (-)2 MACS-4 HMH-463 VMFA(AW) 2 HMLA (-)2 TAOC Det HMT-301 VMAQ2 VMGR-152 4 ATC Det (IWA) ATC Det 1st Stinger Battery

Legend Notes

MWHS = Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron VMGR = Marine Aerial Refueler/Transport Squadron 1 UDP Squadron/Detachments Are Not Depicted In Detail. MAG = Marine Aircraft Group MTACS = Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron For Details Refer To The UDP Schedule. MACG = Marine Air Control Group MASS = Marine Air Support Squadron MWSG = Marine Wing Support Group MACS = Marine Air Control Squadron 2 UDP Squadron/Detachment MALSE = Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron Element MWCS = Marine Wing Communications Squadron HMH = Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron TAOC = Tactical Air Operations Center 3 Six-Plane UDP In Support Of 31st MEU. HMT = Marine Helicopter Training Squadron DET = Detachment VMA = Marine Attack Squadron ATC = Air Traffic Control 4 Administrative Control To MAG-36, Operational VMFA = Marine Fighter Attack Squadron MWSS = Marine Wing Support Squadron Control To 1st MAW. VMFA (AW) = VMFA (All-Weather) UDP = Unit Deployment Program VMAQ = Marine Tactical EW Squadron BUT = Camp Butler HMM = Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron IWA = Iwakuni HMLA = Marine Light/Attack Helicopter Squadron FUT = Futenma

Figure 3-1. 1st MAW. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-5

Headquarters 2d MAW MWHS-2 CPT

MAG-14 MAG-26 MAG-29 MAG-31 MACG-28 MWSG-27 CPT NR NR BFT CPT CPT

MALS-14 MALS-26 MALS-29 MALS-31 MTACS-28 MWSS-27 (BOG) VMAQ-1 HMM-261 HMM-162 VMFA-115 MASS-1 MWSS-272 (NR) VMAQ-2 HMM-264 HMM-263 VMFA-122 MWCS-28 MWSS-273 (BFT) VMAQ-3 HMM-266 HMM-365 VMFA-251 MACS-2 (REIN) MWSS-274 VMAQ-4 HMH-461 HMH-464 VMFA-312 TAOC DET VMA-223 HMLA-167 HMLA-269 VMFA(AW)-224 EW/C DET VMA-231 HMT-204 HMT-302 VMFA(AW)-332 ATC DET (BOG) VMA-542 VMFA(AW)-533 ATC DET (CPT) VMAT-203 ATC DET (BFT) VMGR-252 ATC DET (NR) VMGRT-253 2d LAAD Battalion VMU-2

Legend

VMAT = Marine Attack Training Squadron VMGRT = VMGR Training VMU = Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Squadron LAAD = Low-Attitude Air Defense CPT = Cherry Point, NC BOG = Bogue Field, NC BFT = Beaufort, SC NR = New River, NC

Figure 3-2. 2d MAW. 3-6 MCRP 5-12D

Headquarters MAWTS-1 YUMA 3d MAW MWHS-3 MIR

MAG-11 MAG-13 MAG-16 MAG-39 MACG-38 MWSG-37 MIR YUM MIR PEN MIR ELT

MALS-11 MALS-13 MALS-16 MALS-39 3d LAAD (PEN) MWSS-371 (YUM) VMFA-232 VMA-211 HMM-161 HMLA-169 MACS-1 (REIN) MWSS-372 (PEN) VMFA-314 VMA-214 HMM-163 HMLA-267 (YUM) MWSS-373 VMFA-323 VMA-311 HMM-164 HMLA367 TAOC DET MWSS-374 (MIR) VMGR-352 VMA-513 HMH-361 HMLA-369 EW/C DET (PEN) VMFA(AW)-121 VMU-1 HMH-462 HMM-165 ATC DET (PEN) VMFA(AW)-242 HMH-465 HMM-166 ATC DET (TUS) VMFA(AW)-225 HMH-466 HMM-268 ATC DET (YUM) VMFAT-101 HMM-364 ATC DET (TNP) HMT--303 MASS-3 (PEN) MWCS-38 Legend MTACS-38 MAWTS = Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron VMFAT = VMFA Training PEN = Camp Pendleton, CA TUS = Tustin, CA YUM = Yuma, AZ TNP = Twentynine Palms, CA TMD = Theater Missile Defense MIR = Miramar, CA ELT = El Toro, CA

Figure 3-3. 3d MAW. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-7

Headquarters MWHS-4 (BEL) 4th MAW MASD (NOL) (NOL/ADW)

MAG-46 MAG-41 MAG-42 MAG-49 MACG-48 MWSG-47 MIR FTW MAR WLG GLN MTC

MAG-46 (MIR) MALS-41 (FTW) MAG-42 MAG-49 4th LAAD Battalion MWSS-471 MALS-46 (MIR) VMFA-112 (FTW) (MAR/NOR/NOL) (WLG/STW) (PAS/MAR) (FTW/MIN/GBY) VMFA-134 (MIR) VMGR-234 (FTW) MALS-42 MALS-49 (STW) MACS-23 (AUR) MWSS-472 (MAR/NOR/NOL) VMFA-321 (ADW) TAOC DET (AUR) (MAR/WYO/SEL) VMFA-142 (ATL) VMGR-452 (STW) EW/C DET (CHE) MWSS-473 HMLA-775A (NOL) HMH-772 (WLG) MACS-24 (DMN) (MIR/FRS/WHI) HMLA-773A (JOH) TAOC DET (DMN) MWSS-474 HMLA-775 (PEN) ATC DET (FTW) (WLG/JOH/SOW) ATC DET (WLG) Legend MTACS-48 (GLN) MASD = Marine Aviation Support Detachment MIR = Miramar MASS-6 (MIR) ADW = Andrews MTC = Selfridge MWCS-48 ATL = Atlanta NOL = New Orleans (GLN/MIR) AUR = Aurora NOR = Norfolk BEL = Belle Chase PAS = Pasedena CHE = Cheyenne PEN = Camp Pendleton DMN = Dam Neck SEL = Selfridge FRS = Fresno SHR = Ft Sheridan FTW = Ft Worth SOW = Westover ARB GBY = Green Bay STW = Stewart GLN = Glenview WHI = Whidbey Island JOH = Johnstown WLG = Willow Grove MAR = Marietta WYO = Wyoming MIN = Minneapolis

Figure 3-4. 4th MAW. 3-8 MCRP 5-12D

Section II. Marine Aircraft Wing

3202. Marine Wing Headquarters Squad- headquarters and for the Marine tactical air ron (MWHS) command squadron (MTACS) and Marine wing communications squadron (MWCS) of the a. Mission MACG. Maintain the capability of deploying as an integral The MWHS provides command, administrative, and w supply support for a MAW headquarters and certain unit when augmented with maintenance support elements of the MACG. personnel. w Provide detachments for supported units as b. Tasks required.

w Provide camp facilities and services, including food w Provide for internal security of the MAW service, for all elements of the Marine wing headquarters.

MAW 1 Headquarters USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 89 249 10 9

MACG1 1

USMC USN 8601 Off Enl Off Enl 234 2,466 5 26 MWHS USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 7 62 0 0 MWSG

USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 2 76 2,617 22 84 MAG VF/VA USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 306 2,196 14 37 MAG VH

USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 334 2,096 13 33

Legend Notes Off = Officer 1 Task Organized Enl = Enlisted 2 Totals Include Six Aircraft Detachments Provided To The 1st MAW VMGR Squadron. MAG VH = Rotary-Wing Marine Air Group The VMAQ Which Is Based With 2d MAW Squadron, May Provide Detachments To MAG VF/VA = Fixed-Wing Marine Air Group Other Wings, As Required.

Figure 3-5. Notional MAW. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-9

c. Concept of Organization (3) Medical. The MWHS is capable of providing routine and emergency medical support for all elements of the wing This organization will normally function as an integral unit. Itheadquarters. is structured to operate as a subordinate unit of the MAW to support the units mentioned above. (4) Transportation. The MWHS has no logistic transportation capabilities; support is provided by the MWSG. d. Concept of Employment (5) Messing. The MWHS provides food service The MWHS provides support for wing headquarters and support for all elements of the wing headquarters, MTACS, certain elements of the MACG. and MWCS.

e. Administrative Capability (6) Selected Items of Equipment. For selected items of equipment, see table 3-1. The MWHS is capable of self-administration. 3301. General f. Logistic Capabilities The mission of the MACG is to provide, operate, and (1) Maintenance. The MWHS is capable of organiza- maintain the MACCS. The MACG contains subordinate tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all assigned equipment units that provide the major facilities of the MACCS. It and organizational (2d echelon) maintenance on organic normally consists of a MTACS, a Marine air support infantry weapons. Organizational maintenance (2d echelon) squadron (MASS), one Marine air control squadron on motor transport and engineer equipment is provided by (MACS), a low-altitude air defense (LAAD) battalion, and the Marine wing support group (MWSG). Organizational an MWCS. (See figure 3-6.) (2d echelon) maintenance support for communications equipment is provided by the MWCS. The tactical air command center (TACC), furnished by the MTACS, is the principal air command agency. The major (2) Supply. The MWHS is capable of organic supply air control agencies are the tactical air operations center functions. (TAOC) and Marine air traffic control (ATC) detachments

TAM Number Item Quantity

A0662 FMF downsized end-user computer equipment 19 A0870 Intermediate suite, IAS, AN/UYQ69(V)2 1 A0885 Control system, command global, M61 3 A1011 Marine CSS Command and Control System 24 A2534 Tactical Combat Operations (TCO) System 4 E09893 Machine gun, medium, 7.62 mm, M240G 12

Table 3-1. Selected Items of Equipment for the MWHS. 3-10 MCRP 5-12D

Section III. Marine Air Control Group

(MATCDs), which are furnished by the MACS, and a b. Tasks direct air support center (DASC), which is furnished by the MASS. The MAGTF’s organic surface-to-air weapons w Provide the CE of the MACG or MACG detach- are provided by the LAAD battalion. ment for the MAGTF ACE. w Plan and coordinate the operations, maintenance, 3302. Marine Air Control Group Head- and supply of the MACCS. quarters w Plan and coordinate the air defense operations of the a. Mission MAGTF. w Coordinate with appropriate commands to plan for MACG headquarters coordinates all aspects of air the deployment and employment of the MACG command and control and air defense within the MAW. It and its separately deployable detachments as the provides the command and staff functions for the MACG MACCS of an ACE. commander when deployed as part of the MAGTF ACE. w Coordinate with other U.S. Services and allies for planning and conducting MAGTF air operations in joint and multinational force operations.

MACG

USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 234 2,466 5 26

8610 MACG Headquarters USMC USMC Off Enl Off Enl 8620 8650 13 36 4 3 1 MTACS MWCS

USMC USN USMC Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl 20 105 1 1 25 531

8630 8660

MACS MASS

USMC USN USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl 58 617 0 7 8690 40 192 0 3 LAAD 2

USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 22 368 0 8

Notes

1 2d And 3d MAWs Have Two Communications Detachments. The MWCS For 1st MAW Has Only One. 2 1st MAW Has Only One Stinger Battery.

Figure 3-6. Marine Air Control Group. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-11

w Advise the ACE commander on applicable matters augment the actions of those medical personnel who are pertaining to the employment of agencies comprising assigned to subordinate units of the MACG. Routine and the MACCS. emergency medical support will be provided by the medical w Perform command and staff functions associated personnel who are organic to the associated MTACS. with fulfilling the MACG’s mission. w Conduct operations while in a nuclear, biological, (5) Messing. All food service support is provided by the and chemical (NBC) and/or EW environment. MWHS. w Maintain the capability for deploying independent units. 3303. Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron c. Concept of Organization a. Mission The MACG headquarters is organized to accomplish the command and staff functions necessary to fulfill the The MTACS provides equipment, maintenance, and MACG’s mission in support of the MAW and MAGTF operations for the TACC of the ACE as a component of ACE. the MAGTF. It equips, mans, operates, and maintains the current operations section of the TACC. It also provides d. Concept of Employment and maintains a facility for the TACC future operations and future planning sections and installs and maintains associated The MACG headquarters is employed with the combined automated systems. assets of the MACG as a component of the ACE; normally b. Tasks at the MEF or MEF(FWD) element level. Before establish- ment of a MEF, in conjunction with MAGTF task organi- w Provide the operational command post (CP) for the zation, specific MACG headquarters personnel may be ACE commander of a MEF or the forward required to augment the MTACS. For additional informa- element of a MEF. tion on MACCS employment, see MCWP 3-25.3, Assist in coordinating air operations to meet the Marine Air Command and Control System Handbook. w operational requirements of the MEF. w Assist in planning air operations.

e. Administrative Capabilities w Maintain the capability to accomplish TACC functions while displacing. The MACG headquarters is capable of self-admin- w Conduct operations while in an NBC and/or EW istration. environment. f. Logistic Capabilities w Assist in coordinating with other U.S. Services and allies for the conduct of MAGTF air operations in (1) Maintenance. All maintenance support is provided joint and multinational force operations. by the associated MTACS. w Perform command and staff functions associated (2) Supply. All supply support is provided by the associ- with fulfilling the MTACS mission. ated MTACS. w Coordinate with the appropriate commands to plan for the deployment and employment of the (3) Transportation. All motor transport is provided by squadron. the associated MTACS.

(4) Medical. Medical personnel assigned to the MACG headquarters medical department are provided to perform administrative functions and to coordinate, oversee, and 3-12 MCRP 5-12D

w Provide logistical and supply support for the MACG headquarters. (4) Medical. The MTACS is capable of providing routine and emergency medical support required to meet squadron c. Concept of Organization and associated MACG headquarters needs by using organic Navy corpsmen. The MTACS is organic to the MACG of the MAW. (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the d. Concept of Employment MWHS. (6) Selected Items of Equipment. For selected items The MTACS is employed as an element of the MACG by providing the TACC, which is the senior agency of the of equipment, see table 3-2. MACCS. MTACS can furnish a TACC capability of varying sizes to meet operational needs and the capabilities 3304. Marine Air Control Squadron required by the ACE and MAGTF commanders. The TACC battlestaff requires personnel augmentation from the a. Mission MACG headquarters and the ACE to provide operations and planning functions. For additional information on the The MACS provides air surveillance and control of aircraft TACC, see MCWP 3-25.4, Tactical Air Command and surface-to-air weapons for AAW; continuous Center Handbook. all-weather radar and nonradar ATC services and airspace management in support of a MAGTF. e. Administrative Capabilities b. Tasks The MTACS is capable of self-administration. w Perform command and staff functions associated f. Logistic Capabilities with fulfilling the MACS mission. (1) Maintenance. The MTACS is capable of organiza- w Coordinate with appropriate commands to plan for tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all equipment; organiza- the deployment and employment of the squadron tional (2d echelon) maintenance on motor transport and its separately deployable detachments. equipment, ground-common high-frequency (HF) radios, and infantry weapons; intermediate (3d echelon) mainte- w Provide deployable detachments that are capable of nance on electrical systems of mobile electric power air surveillance, airspace management, and control generators, air conditioning equipment, and ground- of aircraft and SAMs for AAW in support of the common communications-electronics equipment except HF MAGTF. radios and switchboards; and intermediate (3d and 4th w Provide deployable detachments that are capable of echelon) maintenance on aviation-peculiar critical low-density secondary repairables and end items. providing ATC services at existing or expeditionary airfields and remote area landing sites. (2) Supply. The MTACS is capable of performing w When reinforced with a TMD detachment, provide supply and fiscal functions that are required for squadron SAM fires in assigned zones in defense of vital areas and MACG headquarters operations and managing secon- and installations therein against theater missile attack, dary repairable floats for critical low-density aviation- peculiar equipment. and be prepared to engage surviving fixed-wing aircraft and helicopter threats. (3) Transportation. The MTACS possesses sufficient w Serve as the operational point of contact between motor transport equipment to support operations once the the MACCS and national/international ATC TACC is emplaced. It requires external support for equip- agencies. ment deployment, echelon displacement, materiel handling, and motor transport retrieval. c. Concept of Organization Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-13

Table 3-2. Selected Items of Equipment for the MTACS.

TAM Number Item Quantity

A0012 Contingency Theater Automated Planning System 1 A0013 Operations central, AN/TYQ-51 1 A0625 Emulator unit, data link, SM822/GYQ 1 A0662 FMF downsized end-user computer equipment 17 A1115 Operations group (TACC), AN/TYA1 1 A2534 Tactical Combat Operations (TCO) System 2 D1059 Truck, cargo, 5 ton, 6 x 6, M923A1 8 D1061 Truck, cargo, 5 ton, long bed, M928 6 Multiple Source Correlation System 1

The MACS (see figure 3-7a) is comprised of a squadron detachments, see MCWP 3-25.6, Sector Antiair Warfare headquarters, a TAOC detachment, and two ATC detach- Coordinator Handbook; MCWP 3-25.7, Tactical Air ments. One MACS organization includes four TMD Operations Center Handbook; MCWP 3-25.8, Marine detachments. The TMD detachment is designed with a lifta- Air Traffic Control Detach- ment Handbook; and ble T/O and table of equipment (T/E) that can be assigned MCWP 3-25.9, Air Defense Detachment Handbook. to support any MACS with TMD assets. A reinforced MACS is shown in figure 3-7b on page 3-14. e. Administrative Capability d. Concept of Employment The MACS headquarters is capable of self-administration. The TAOC, EW/C, and ATC detachments are The MACS is organized and equipped for employment in capable of limited self-administration. the ACE of a MEF. TAOC, ATC, and TMD detachments, augmented by the appropriate elements of the f. Logistic Capability headquarters, may be deployed separately to provide air control, ATC, and TMD of vital areas for a task-organized (1) Maintenance. The MACS is capable of organiza- MAGTF. For additional information on MACS tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all equipment;

8630 MACS (OCONUS)

USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 38 339 0 3

8631 MACS Headquarters USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 10 61 0 3

8632 8633 TAOC ATC Detachment Detachment USMC USMC Off Enl Off Enl 20 134 4 72

Figure 3-7a. Marine Air Control Squadron. 3-14 MCRP 5-12D

8640 MACS (REIN) (CONUS) USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 55 581 0 6

8641 MACS Headquarters USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 17 136 0 4

8642 8644 8633 TAOC EW/C ATC Detachment Detachment Detachment USMC USN USMC USN USMC Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl 14 85 0 1 8 72 0 1 4 72

Figure 3-7b. Marine Air Control Squadron (Reinforced). organizational (2d echelon) maintenance on motor transport (5) Health Services. The MACS is capable of provid- equipment, ground-common HF radios, and infantry ing routine and emergency medical support by using organic weapons; intermediate (3d echelon) maintenance on electri- Navy corpsmen. cal systems of mobile electric power generators, refrigeration units, air conditioning equipment, and ground-common (6) Messing. Food service support is provided by the communications-electronics equipment except for HF MWSG or supported unit. radios; intermediate (3d and limited 4th echelon) mainte- (7) Selected Items of Equipment. For selected items nance on aviation-peculiar secondary repairables and end of equipment, see table 3-3. items; and organizational and intermediate (1st through 4th echelon) maintenance on assigned Navy-furnished 3305. Marine Wing Communications equipment. Squadron (2) Supply. The MACS is capable of performing supply a. Mission and fiscal functions that are required for squadron operations and managing secondary repairable floats for aviation- The MWCS provides expeditionary communications for peculiar equipment. The MACS requires support from a the ACE of a MEF, including the phased deployment of MALS for missile resupply and for performing Navy supply task-organized elements thereof. and fiscal functions. b. Tasks (3) Transportation. The MACS possesses sufficient organic motor transport equipment to satisfy the routine administrative transportation requirements of the squadron. w Provide for the effective command of subordinate It requires support from an MWSG for the movement and detachments. tactical emplacement of TAOC, EW/C, and ATC detach- w Assist in the systems planning and engineering of ment equipment. ACE communications. Install, operate, and maintain expeditionary communications for command and (4) General Engineering. Intermediate mechanical control of the MEF ACE. maintenance (3d and 4th echelon) for mobile electric power w Provide operational systems control centers, as generators and air conditioners is provided by the FSSG. required, to coordinate communication functions internally and externally to the ACE. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-15

Table 3-3. Selected Items of Equipment for the MACS.

TAM MACS MACS (Rein) Number Item Quantity Quantity

A1415 Radar set, lightweight battlefield surveillance radar (LBSR), AN/PPS15A(V)2 2 4 A1500 Radar set, ATC, lightweight, AN/TPS63B 2 2 A1503 Radar set, 3D, lightweight, AN/TPS59(V)3 1 2 A2525 Tactical air operations module (TAOM), AN/TYQ23(V)1 4 6 D1059 Truck, cargo, 5 ton, 6 x 6, M923A1 14 14 D1061 Truck, cargo, 5 ton, long bed, with winch, M928 6 14 Q0945 ATC tower system, AN/TSQ-120 A/B 2 4 Q0960 TACAN, AN/TRN-44 2 4 E0989 Machine gun, medium, 7.62 mm, ground version, M240G 17 20 Q2115 Precision approach radar, AN/TPN-22 2 4 Marine remote area approach and landing

w Provide calibration and repair facilities for all ground- w Provide maintenance support for ground-common common test measurement diagnostic equipment communications equipment in the MAW. (TMDE) in the MAW. c. Concept of Organization w Provide the digital backbone communications The MWCS consists of a headquarters element and one or support for the ACE CE, FOBs, and MACCS two MWCS detachments. agencies for up to two airfields per detachment. d. Concept of Employment w Provide tactical automated switching and telephone services for the ACE CE and the TACC. The MWCS provides communications support for the w Provide electronic message distribution for the ACE ACE headquarters and TACC. Each MWCS detachment CE, primary MACCS agencies, and tenant units. may be independently deployed to provide external communications for up to two airfields and four forward w Provide external single-channel radio and radio bases. For additional information on the MWCS, see retransmission communications support for ACE MCWP 3-25.12, Marine Wing Communications Squad- operations as required. ron Handbook (under development). w Provide deployed wide area network (WAN) and e. Administrative Capabilities deployed local area network (LAN) server support for the ACE CE and primary MACCS agencies. The MWCS and detachments are capable of self- w Provide the support cryptographic site for all administration. ground-common and MACCS-assigned communications security equipment within the ACE. f. Logistic Capabilities w Plan and coordinate individual and unit training as required to qualify subordinate detachments for (1) Maintenance. The MWCS is capable of organiza- tactical deployment and combat operations. tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all organic equipment; organizational (2d echelon) maintenance on infantry 3-16 MCRP 5-12D

weapons, engineer, motor transport, and automated data processing equipment; intermediate- level (3d echelon) (6) Selected Items of Equipment. For selected maintenance on communications- electronics equipment, items of equipment, see table 3-4. communications security equipment, automated data 3306. Marine Air Support Squadron processing equipment, electrical systems of mobile electric power generators, and air conditioning/refrigeration equip- a. Mission ment; and inter-mediate-level (4th echelon) maintenance support for assigned critical low-density ground-common The MASS provides DASC capabilities for control and end items and associated secondary repairables. It is also coordination of fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft operating in capable of providing support cryptographic sites for all direct support of MAGTF forces. ground-common and MACCS-assigned communications security equipment within the ACE and calibration of b. Tasks TMDE.

(2) Supply. The MWCS is capable of performing w Provide operational planning for MAGTF air supply and fiscal functions that are required for squadron support operations. operations and managing secondary repairable float for criti- w Receive, coordinate, and process immediate cal low-density ground communications-electronics equip- requests for direct air support. ment and associated A stocks. w Provide equipment, facilities, and personnel for the (3) Transportation. The MWCS possesses sufficient operation of air support elements. organic motor transport equipment to satisfy the routine Conduct air support control as required to meet administrative requirements of the squadron. Additional w transportation requirements are provided by the MWSG. MAGTF operational requirements. w Maintain the ability to provide continuous control of (4) Medical. Medical support is provided by the direct air support while displacing by echelon. MWSG. w Provide personnel and facilities for the simultaneous (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the operation of the DASC and DASC (airborne). MWSG or the supported unit.

Table 3-4. Selected Items of Equipment for the MWCS.

TAM Number Item Quantity

A0248 Central office, telephone, automatic, AN/TTC42(V) 3 A1795 Radio set, AN/GRC 193B(V) 25 A1930 Radio set, AN/MRC110A 8 A1935 Radio set, AN/MRC 138B(V) 10 A1955 Terminal set, radio, AN/MRC142 12 A1957 Radio set, AN/MRC145 8 A2069 Radio set, UHF, AN/PRC113(V)3 8 A2070 Radio set, manpack, AN/PRC119A 30 A2164 Radio set, AN/VRC83(V)2 4 A2167 Radio set, vehicular, AN/VRC88A 6 A2179 Terminal, radio, troposcatter, digital, AN/TRC170(V)5 16 A2505 Switchboard, telephone, automatic, SB3614(V)TT 2 A2508 Switching unit, telephone, automatic, SB3865 4 D1059 Truck, cargo, 5 ton, 6 x 6, M923A1 5 Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-17

w Coordinate and integrate MAGTF direct air support operations with those of other Services, (6) Selected Items of Equipment. For a list of items allies, and nations. of equipment, see table 3-5 on page 3-18.

c. Concept of Organization 3307. Low-Altitude Air Defense Battalion

The MASS is organic to the MACG. When supporting the a. Mission MAGTF, the MASS is task organized as part of the ACE. The LAAD battalion provides close-in, low-altitude, d. Concept of Employment surface-to-air weapons fires in defense of MAGTF assets defending forward combat areas, maneuver forces, vital The MASS supports the MAGTF by control, coordina- areas, installations, and/or units engaged in tion, and integration of direct air support operations in special/independent operations. support of naval expeditionary, joint, and multinational operations. For additional information on the DASC, see b. Tasks MCWP 3-25.5, Direct Air Support Center Handbook. w Provide for the effective command, administrative, e. Administrative Capabilities communications, supply, and logistic support of subordinate batteries. The MASS is capable of self-administration. w Maintain a primary capability as a highly mobile, f. Logistic Capabilities vehicle-mounted, and man-portable surface-to-air weapons component of the MAGTF with the (1) Maintenance. The MASS is capable of organiza- ability to rapidly deploy in the assault echelon of an tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all equipment; organiza- expeditionary operation. tional (2d echelon) maintenance on motor transport equipment, ground-common HF radios, and infantry w Provide surface-to-air weapons support for units weapons; intermediate (3d echelon) maintenance on electri- engaged in special/independent operations. cal systems of mobile electric power generators, air condi- w Provide for the separate deployment of subordinate tioning equipment, and ground-common communications-electronics equipment except for HF batteries and platoons to accommodate special radios; and intermediate (3d and 4th echelon) maintenance tactical situations and task organizations. on aviation-peculiar critical low-density secondary repair- w Plan and coordinate requirements for liaison and ables and end items. combinations with appropriate commands to ensure the most effective integration of LAAD units (2) Supply. The MASS is capable of performing supply and fiscal functions that are required for squadron opera- within the integrated air defense system. tions and managing secondary repairable floats for critical w Provide early warning of hostile air threats to other low-density aviation-peculiar equipment. elements of the air defense system.

(3) Transportation. The MASS possesses sufficient c. Concept of Organization motor transport equipment to provide for the combat transportation requirements of the squadron. This includes the The LAAD battalion is comprised of a battalion headquar- ability to displace in echelon. ters, a headquarters and service (H&S) battery, and two firing batteries. The H&S battery has been divided into an (4) Medical. The MASS is capable of providing routine H&S battery (-) and an H&S battery detachment. This and emergency support by using organic Navy corpsmen. organization facilitates the logistical support of separately deployed firing batteries. (See figure 3-8.) (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the supporting element. 3-18 MCRP 5-12D

Table 3-5. Selected Items of Equipment for the MASS.

TAM Number Item Quantity

A0010 Airborne mobile direct air support central, AN/UYQ3A(V)2 2 A0011 Fire Support Command and Control System, AN/UYK102 3 A0512 Direct air support central (improved), AN/TSQ155(V) 2 A0556 Downsized/improved mobility (IDASC PIP Phase I) 12 A1415 Radar set (LBSR), AN/PPS15A(V)2 3 D1059 Truck, cargo, 5 ton, 6 x 6, M932A1 19 D1061 Truck, cargo, 5 ton, long bed, M928 6 D1212 Truck, wrecker, 5 ton, 6 x 6, M936 1 E0312 Dual mount, machine gun, MK93 Mod 0 32 E0980 Machine gun, .50 cal, Browning, heavy barrel, flexible, M2 8 E0989 Machine gun, medium, 7.62 mm, M240G 3

d. Concept of Employment (2) Supply. The LAAD battalion is capable of organic supply. The LAAD battalion is organized to provide LAAD capabilities that are consistent with the size of the MAGTF 3) Transportation. The LAAD battalion possesses and the scope of the air defense plan. The battalion will sufficient organic motor transport assets to support the unit normally be employed within the integrated air defense mission. system of the MEF. For additional information on the LAAD battalion, see MCWP 3-25.10, Low Altitude Air (4) Medical. The LAAD battalion is capable of providing Defense Battalion Handbook. routine and emergency medical support by using organic Navy corpsmen. e. Administrative Capabilities (5) Messing. The LAAD battalion is capable of provid- The H&S battery, as well as each firing battery, is capable ing organic food service support. of self-administration. (6) Selected Items of Equipment. For a list of equip- f. Logistic Capabilities ment items, see table 3-6.

(1) Maintenance. The LAAD battalion is capable of organizational (1st echelon) maintenance of organic surface- 3401. General to-air weapons system components and training devices; organizational (1st and 2d echelon) maintenance of all other The MAG is an administrative and tactical CE. It is the organic equipment, including motor transport, engineering, smallest aviation unit that is designed for independent opera- communications, and individual weapons; and intermediate tions with no outside assistance except access to a source of (3d and 4th echelon) maintenance on the Avenger weapon supply. Each MAG is task organized for the assigned system, except for the missiles. mission. There are two types of MAGs within the MAW: rotary-wing (MAG VH) and fixed-wing (MAG VF/VA). Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-19

8690 LAAD Battalion USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 22 368 0 9

8691 8692 8694 Battalion H&S Firing Headquarters Battery Battery USMC USMC USN USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl 6 28 5 37 0 2 5 138 0 3

8693 H&S LAAD Battery Battery Detachment Platoon Headquarters USMC USN USMC USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl 1 27 0 1 1 42 2 12 0 3

Figure 3-8. LAAD Battalion.

(See figures 3-9 and 3-10.) The primary mission of a MAG HMLA), three Marine medium helicopter squadrons VF/VA is to conduct AAW and OAS operations from (HMMs), and two Marine heavy helicopter squadrons advance bases, FOBs, and aircraft carriers. MAG (HMHs), and one MALS (rotary wing). Each fixed- and VF/VAs may consist of any combination of Marine attack rotary-wing MAG has a MALS. squadron (VMAs), Marine fighter attack squadrons (VMFAs), Marine all-weather fighter attack squadrons 3402. Marine Air Group Headquarters (VMFA(AW)s), Marine aerial refueler transport squadrons (VMGRs), Marine unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) squad- a. Mission rons (VMUs), Marine tactical EW squadrons (VMAQs), or MALS (fixed wing). The primary mission of the MAG VH is to provide assault support. Normally, the MAG VH includes one Marine light/attack helicopter squadron

( Table 3-6. Selected Items of Equipment for the LAAD Battalion.

TAM Number Item Quantity

A0025 Communications platform, air defense (ADCP), AN/MSQ124 8 A0891 Radar set, alert, defense, tactical, AN/UPS3 15 D1059 Truck, cargo, 5 ton, 6 x 6, M923A1 4 D1212 Truck, wrecker, 5 ton, 6 x 6, M936 1 E0727 Interrogator set, IFF (Stinger), AN/PPX3B 180 E0990 Machine gun, .50 cal, M923 33 E0993 Machine gun, 7.62 mm, M60E3 8 E1836 Control central, battery, missile, guided (Avenger), AN/TWQ1 60 3-20 MCRP 5-12D

Section IV. Marine Aircraft Group (MAG)

The MAG headquarters provides the staff support neces- (2) Supply. The MAG headquarters is capable of provid- sary for the effective command of subordinate squadrons of ing the Marine Corps supply and fiscal functions that are the MAG. required for MAG operations.

b. Tasks (3) Medical. The MAG headquarters is capable of providing routine and emergency medical support. w Perform those command and staff functions that are necessary to accomplish the MAG mission. (4) Transportation. Motor transport is provided by the w Plan and coordinate the deployment and employ- Marine wing support squadron (MWSS). ment of the MAG and its separately deployable squadrons. (5) Messing. Food service is provided by the MWSS. w Plan and coordinate individual and unit training to prepare subordinate squadrons for tactical deployment and combat operations. w Provide Marine Corps property supply support for subordinate squadrons. w Maintain cognizance over all fiscal functions accom- plished within the MAG. c. Concept of Organization

The MAG headquarters is organized into individual depart- ments that are capable of performing the broad range of required staff functions. d. Concept of Employment

The MAG headquarters will be employed with the ACE, where it may function in either a senior or subordinate staff role. e. Administrative Capability

The MAG headquarters is capable of self-administration. f. Logistic Capabilities

(1) Maintenance. The MAG headquarters is capable of organizational (1st echelon) maintenance on all organic Marine Corps equipment and organizational (2d echelon) maintenance of assigned infantry weapons and NBC equipment. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-21

MAG (VH)

USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 334 1,783 13 33

8900 MAG Headquarters USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 23 87 5 8

8910 8940 8960 8970 MALS HMM HMH HMLA (Rotary Wing)

USMC USN USMC USN USMC USN USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl 25 275 1 3 32 155 1 3 41 288 1 3 67 380 1 4

Figure 3-9. Notional MAG (Rotary Wing).

MAG (VF/VA)

USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 292 2,314 14 37

8800 MAG Headquarters USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 23 84 5 8

8810 8860 8830 8840 MALS VMA VMFA VMFA(AW) (Fixed Wing) USMC USN USMC USN USMC USN USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl 26 324 1 3 30 294 1 4 23 195 1 3 42 217 1 3

8820 8880 8890 VMGR VMAQ VMU

USMC USN USMC USN USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl 49 315 1 3 34 216 1 3 15 180 1 3

Figure 3-10. Notional MAG (Fixed Wing). 3-22 MCRP 5-12D

3403. Marine Aviation Logistics Squad- assigned to another MALS to support MAG ron: Fixed Wing/Rotary Wing aircraft assigned to a different MAG/ ACE. w Conduct individual and unit training to qualify a. Mission organic and supported squadron personnel for performing assigned missions and tasks. The MALS provides aviation-logistic support, guidance, w Provide data processing support to facilitate execu- and direction to MAG squadrons on behalf of the tion of the aviation supply, aircraft maintenance, and commanding officer, as well as logistic support for Navy- Navy-funded (except temporary additional duty funded equipment in the supporting MWSS, MACS, and funds) financial management functions of the MAG. Marine wing mobile calibration complex. c. Concept of Organization b. Tasks This squadron is organized as a core unit that is supple- w Provide intermediate-level maintenance for aircraft mented by aircraft-specific, MWSS, and MACS augmen- and aeronautical equipment of all supported units tees. This concept allows the squadron to provide logistical and, when authorized, perform first- degree repair support to the MAG’s aircraft squadrons, MWSSs, and MACSs in garrison or as a task-organized ACE. on specific engines. w Provide aviation supply support for aircraft and d. Concept of Employment Navy-funded equipment to all supported units. The MALS is employed as an integral unit of a MAG within w Provide class V(A) ammunition logistic support to an ACE or can provide elements/support packages to the MAG’s squadrons. This support encompasses another MALS that is supporting a MAGTF ACE. the requisitioning, storage, handling, assembly, transportation, and inventory reporting of class V(A) e. Administrative Capability ammunition. Be capable of planning for and operating an airfield ammunition issue point at expeditionary The MALS is capable of self-administration. airfields. f. Logistic Capability w Interpret, implement, audit, inspect, and provide oversight for the MAG commanding officer of all (1) Maintenance. The MALS is capable of organiza- policies and procedures relating to the administration tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all organic Marine Corps equipment and organizational (2d echelon) mainte- and management of operations and maintenance, nance on assigned infantry weapons. Navy funds (except temporary additional duty funds), aviation supply, aircraft maintenance, aircraft (2) Supply. The MALS is capable of performing ordnance, avionics, and cryogenics production for all aviation supply and fiscal functions that are required to units/squadrons within a MAG. support MAG operations and aircraft maintenance.

w Coordinate with the MWSG, the MACG, the (3) Medical. The MALS is capable of providing routine MAW calibration complex, and other supporting and emergency medical support. Navy and Marine Corps activities/agencies in planning for the support required to execute the (4) Transportation. Transportation is provided by the Marine aviation logistic support program MWSS. (MALSP). w Screen and inspect nonserviceable aeronautical (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the materiel for testing and repair, shipment to another MWSS. repair facility, or disposal. 3404. Marine Aerial Refueler Transport w Maintain the capability to deploy and provide Squadron MALSP support packages (including personnel) as an integral unit or as tailored logistic elements Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-23

a. Mission This squadron will normally be employed in general support of FMFs as directed by the MAGTF commander. The unit The VMGR provides aerial refueling service in support of may be employed either as an entire squadron or as two Fleet Marine Force (FMF) air operations and provides six-plane detachments. assault air transport of personnel, equipment, and supplies. e. Administrative Capabilities b. Tasks This squadron is capable of self-administration. w Provide tactical aerial refueling service to FMF f. Logistic Capabilities units. w Provide long-range aerial refueling service for air (1) Maintenance. This squadron is capable of 1st and movement of FMF squadrons when other suitable 2d echelon maintenance on all assigned equipment and means of aerial refueling services are not readily infantry weapons and of providing organizational mainte- available. nance on assigned aircraft. w Provide assault air transport for air-landed and (2) Supply. Supply support is provided by the MALS air-delivered troops, supplies, and equipment when and the MAG headquarters. other suitable means of assault air transport are not readily available. (3) Transportation. Transportation support is provided by the MWSS. w Provide an aircraft platform for the airborne DASC. (4) Medical. The VMGR is capable of providing routine and emergency medical support. w Provide ground refueling service to aircraft when other suitable means of aircraft refueling are not (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the available. MWSS. w Provide air transport service for the evacuation of casualties and noncombatants when other means 3405. Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare of transportation are not available. Squadron w Within the capability of assigned aircraft and equip- a. Mission ment, maintain the capability to operate under day, night, and all weather flying conditions; operate The VMAQ conducts airborne EW in support of FMF to/from a logistic air head, advance base, expedi- operations. tionary airfield, or tactical landing zone in the objective area or battle area; and operate with or without b. Tasks the assistance of airborne, surface, or ground controllers. w Conduct airborne EA and EW support operations. w Conduct EA in support of training of FMF units or c. Concept of Organization other forces as assigned. w Process and provide mission data from tape record- The VMGR will function either as an integral unit or as ings obtained on EW missions for updating and separate detachments. Two detachments within the squad- maintaining an electronic order of battle. ron organization provide the capability to conduct dual-site w Maintain the capability of operating from aircraft operations and support simultaneous contingencies. The carriers, advance bases, and expeditionary airfields. VMGR has 12 KC-130 aircraft. w Maintain the capability to operate during darkness d. Concept of Employment and under all weather conditions. 3-24 MCRP 5-12D

w Maintain the capability to deploy or conduct (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the extended-range operations that require aerial MWSS. refueling. 3406. Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Perform organizational maintenance on assigned w Squadron aircraft. a. Mission c. Concept of Organization The VMU operates and maintains a UAV system to The VMAQ is organized to function independently with its provide unmanned aerial reconnaissance support to the own logistic and administrative support capabilities. The MAGTF. squadron is structured to operate as a subordinate unit of a MAG or carrier air wing. Each squadron has five EA-6B b. Tasks aircraft. Conduct reconnaissance, surveillance, and target d. Concept of Employment w acquisition (RSTA). This includes performing The VMAQ will normally be employed in general support airborne surveillance of designated target areas, of the FMF or other assigned forces. MAGTF areas of interest/influence, and other areas as directed; airborne surveillance for search and e. Administrative Capability rescue (SAR) and TRAP; and reconnaissance of helicopter approach and retirement lanes in support This squadron is capable of self-administration. of vertical assaults. f. Logistic Capabilities w Provide real-time target information to the DASC and fire support coordination center (FSCC) to (1) Maintenance. This squadron is capable of organiza- facilitate adjusting fire missions and CAS. tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all assigned Marine Corps-funded equipment and organizational (2d echelon) w Provide information to assist adjusting indirect- fire maintenance on infantry weapons. It is authorized to weapons and to support and facilitate DAS and air perform 1st through 4th echelon maintenance on Tactical interdiction. Electronic Reconnaissance Processing and Evaluation w Collect battle damage assessments (BDAs). System (TERPES) commercial-off-the-shelf or nondevel- opmental items (COTS/NDI), with 5th echelon mainte- w Support rear area security. nance being performed by equipment w Provide remote receive capability and liaison to manufacturers/vendors. It is capable of performing organ- designated units. izational maintenance on assigned aircraft and Navy-funded equipment. Intermediate-level ordnance, avionics, aircraft w Conduct individual and unit training to prepare for maintenance, and other aviation logistic support is provided tactical employment and combat operations. by the supporting MALS. c. Concept of Organization (2) Supply. Supply support is provided by the MALS and the MAG headquarters. The VMU is organic to the MAW and is structured to operate as a subordinate unit of one of the MAGs. The (3) Transportation. Motor transport support is VMU is organized into various sections that give it the provided by the MWSS. capability to operate and maintain one UAV system and associated support equipment. Its MALS augment section (4) Medical. The VMAQ is capable of providing routine is designed to provide intermediate-level aviation mainte- and emergency medical support. nance and supply support. The VMU has one Pioneer system with five UAVs. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-25

w Intercept and destroy enemy aircraft in conjunction d. Concept of Employment with ground or airborne fighter control under all weather conditions. The VMU can support any size MAGTF. Normal employment would be as an integral unit of an ACE in w Maintain the capability to attack and destroy surface support of MAGTF operations. The squadron is capable of targets by using all types of conventional weapons limited independent operations. that are compatible with assigned aircraft. Provide escort of friendly aircraft under all weather e. Administrative Capability w conditions. The squadron is capable of self-administration. w Maintain the capability to deploy and operate from aircraft carriers and advance bases. f. Logistic Capabilities w Conduct day and night CAS under adverse weather (1) Maintenance. The squadron is capable of conduct- conditions. ing 1st and 2d echelon maintenance on assigned Marine w Maintain the capability to deploy or conduct Corps ground equipment, including motor transport, extended-range operations by using aerial re- engineering and communications equipment, and infantry weapons. The CSS detachment (CSSD) performs 3d and fueling. 4th echelon maintenance on ground equipment. The squad- w Maintain the capability to conduct suppression of ron is also capable of performing organizational maintenance enemy air defense (SEAD) operations. on aviation equipment. The MALS performs limited, Perform organizational maintenance on assigned specialized intermediate-level maintenance on aviation w equipment. aircraft.

(2) Supply. Supply support is provided by the MAG and c. Concept of Organization the MALS. This squadron will normally function as an integral unit. It is (3) Transportation. The squadron is capable of provid- structured to operate as a subordinate unit of a MAG. Each ing sufficient motor transportation to displace the operational squadron has 12 F/A-18A/C aircraft. capability of one UAV system. Additional transportation support is required to displace all equipment of the VMU d. Concept of Employment simultaneously. The VMFA will normally be employed as an integral unit of (4) Medical. The squadron is capable of providing routine an ACE. and emergency medical support. e. Administrative Capabilities (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the This squadron is capable of self-administration. MWSS. f. Logistic Capabilities 3407. Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (1) Maintenance. The VMFA is capable of organiza- a. Mission tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all assigned equipment and organizational (2d echelon) maintenance on infantry The VMFA intercepts and destroys enemy aircraft under all weapons. It is capable of performing organizational mainte- weather conditions and attacks and destroys surface nance on assigned aircraft and support equipment. targets. b. Tasks (2) Supply. Supply support is provided by the MALS and the MAG headquarters. 3-26 MCRP 5-12D

(3) Transportation. Motor transport support is w Maintain the capability to deploy or conduct provided by the MWSS. extended-range operations by using aerial refueling. (4) Medical. This squadron is capable of providing routine w Maintain the capability to conduct SEAD and emergency medical support. operations. Perform organizational maintenance on assigned (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the w aircraft. MWSS. c. Concept of Organization 3408. Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron The VMFA(AW) will normally function as an integral unit. It is structured to operate as a subordinate unit of a MAG. a. Mission Each squadron has 12 F/A-18D aircraft.

The VMFA(AW) attacks and destroys surface targets, day d. Concept of Employment or night, under adverse weather conditions; conducts multisensor imagery reconnaissance; provides supporting This squadron will normally be employed as an internal unit arms coordination; and intercepts and destroys enemy of an ACE. aircraft under all weather conditions. e. Administrative Capability b. Tasks This squadron is capable of self-administration. w Conduct day and night CAS, under all weather conditions. f. Logistic Capabilities w Conduct day and night DAS, under adverse (1) Maintenance. This squadron is capable of organiza- weather conditions, including armed reconnais- tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all assigned Marine sance, radar search and attack, air interdiction, and strikes against enemy installations, by using all types Corps equipment and organizational (2d echelon) mainte- of weapons that are compatible with assigned nance on infantry weapons. It is also capable of performing aircraft. organizational maintenance on assigned aircraft and support equipment. w Conduct multisensor imagery reconnaissance, including prestrike and poststrike target damage assessment and visual reconnaissance. (2) Supply. Supply support is provided by the MALS and MAG headquarters. w Conduct day and night supporting arms coordination, including forward air control, tactical air coordination, and artillery/naval gunfire spot- ting. (3) Transportation. Motor transport is provided by the MWSS. w Intercept and destroy enemy aircraft in conjunction with ground and airborne fighter direction. (4) Medical. This squadron is capable of providing routine w Conduct battlespace illumination and target il- and emergency medical support. lumination. w Conduct armed escort of friendly aircraft. (5) Messing. Food service is provided by the MWSS. w Maintain the capability to operate from aircraft carriers, advance bases, and expeditionary airfields.

3409. Marine Attack Squadron

a. Mission Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-27

This squadron is capable of self-administration. The VMA attacks and destroys surface targets under day and night visual meteorological conditions and provides f. Logistic Capability helicopter escort. (1) Maintenance. This squadron is capable of organiza- b. Tasks tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all assigned Marine Corps equipment and organizational (2d echelon) mainte- w Conduct CAS. nance on infantry weapons. It is also capable of performing organizational maintenance on assigned aircraft and support w Conduct armed reconnaissance, air interdiction, equipment. and strikes against enemy installations by using all types of conventional munitions that are compatible (2) Supply. Supply support is provided by the MALS with assigned aircraft. and the MAG headquarters. Conduct air defense operations within the capability w (3) Transportation. Motor transport support is of assigned aircraft. provided by the MWSS. w Maintain the capability to operate during darkness and under instrument conditions. (4) Medical. This squadron is capable of providing routine and emergency medical support. w Maintain the capability of deployment or extended operations by employing aerial refueling. (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the w Maintain the capability to operate from aboard carri- MWSS. ers, other suitable seagoing platforms, expeditionary airfields, and remote tactical landing sites. 3410. Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (CH-53D) w Conduct armed-escort missions in support of helicopter operations. a. Mission w Perform organizational maintenance on assigned aircraft. The HMH provides assault helicopter transport of heavy weapons, equipment, and supplies during amphibious c. Concept of Organization operations and subsequent operations ashore. b. Tasks This squadron will function either as an integral unit or as a squadron (-) with a deployed aircraft detachment. This concept of organization facilitates dual-site operations, w Provide combat assault transport of heavy provides for the support of simultaneous contingencies, and weapons, equipment, and supplies as a primary allows for the fulfillment of continuous unit deployment function. program requirements. Each squadron has 16 AV-8B w Provide combat assault transport of troops (exclu- aircraft, 10 in the squadron and 6 in the detachment. sive of initial assault wave infantry) as a secondary d. Concept of Employment function. w Conduct tactical retrieval and recovery operations This squadron will normally be employed as an integral unit for downed aircraft, equipment, and personnel. of an ACE. The squadron may be employed as a complete squadron or as a squadron (-) with a deployed six-aircraft w Conduct assault support for evacuation operations detachment. and other maritime special operations. w Provide support for mobile forward arming and e. Administrative Capability refueling points (FARPs). 3-28 MCRP 5-12D

w Augment local SAR and provide aeromedical weapons. It is capable of performing organizational mainte- evacuation of casualties from the field to suitable nance on assigned aircraft and support equipment. medical facilities or other aeromedical aircraft. (2) Supply. Supply support is provided by the MALS w Provide airborne control and coordination for assault and the MAG headquarters. support operations. w Maintain a self-defense capability from ground-to-air (3) Transportation. Motor transport support is provided by the MWSS. and air-to-air threats. w Maintain the capability to operate from amphibious (4) Medical. This squadron is capable of providing shipping, other floating bases, and austere shore routine and emergency medical support. bases, as required. (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the w Maintain the capability to operate at night, in adverse MWSS. weather conditions, and under instrument flight conditions at extended ranges. 3411. Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron w Perform organizational maintenance on assigned (CH-53E) aircraft in all environmental conditions. a. Mission c. Concept of Organization This squadron provides assault helicopter transport of heavy This squadron will function either as an integral unit or as a weapons, equipment, and supplies during amphibious squadron (-) with one or two separate detachments. This operations and subsequent operations ashore. concept of organization facilitates dual-site operations, provides support for simultaneous contingencies, and allows b. Tasks for the fulfillment of continuous unit deployment program requirements. Each squadron has eight CH-53D aircraft w Provide combat assault transport of heavy organized in two detachments of four aircraft each. All weapons, equipment, and supplies as a primary squadrons fall under the aviation support element based in function. Kanehoe Bay, HI. Squadrons are sourced out as operational needs arise. w Provide combat assault transport of troops (exclu- sive of initial assault wave infantry) as a secondary d. Concept of Employment function. w Conduct tactical retrieval and recovery operation This squadron, or its separate detachments, will normally be for downed aircraft, equipment, and personnel. employed as an integral unit of an ACE. The squadron may be employed as a single unit or with one or two separate w Conduct assault support for evacuation operations four-plane detachments. and other maritime special operations. Provide support for FARPs. e. Administrative Capabilities w w Augment local SAR assets and provide aeromedi- This squadron is capable of self-administration. cal evacuation of casualties from the field to suitable medical facilities or other aeromedical aircraft. f. Logistic Capabilities w Provide airborne control and coordination for assault support operations. (1) Maintenance. This squadron is capable of organiza- w Maintain the capability to deploy and conduct tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all assigned equipment extended-range operations by employing aerial and organizational (2d echelon) maintenance on infantry refueling. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-29

w Maintain a self-defense capability from ground-to- (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the air and air-to-air threats. MWSS. w Maintain the capability to operate from amphibious shipping, other floating bases, and austere shore 3412. Marine Medium Helicopter bases, as required. Squadron w Maintain the capability to operate at night, in adverse weather conditions, and under instrument a. Mission flight conditions at extended ranges. The HMM provides assault transport of combat troops in w Perform organizational maintenance on assigned the initial assault waves and follow-on stages of amphibious aircraft in all environmental conditions. operations and subsequent operations ashore. c. Concept of Organization b. Tasks This squadron will normally function either as an integral unit or as a squadron (-) with one or two separate detachments. w Provide combat assault troop transport as a primary This concept of organization facilitates dual-site operations, function. provides for the support of simultaneous contingencies, and w Provide combat assault transport of supplies and allows for the fulfillment of continuous unit deployment equipment as a secondary function. program requirements. Each squadron has 16 CH-53E w Conduct assault support for evacuation operations aircraft. and other maritime special operations. w Provide support for mobile FARPs. d. Concept of Employment w Provide airborne control and coordination for assault This squadron or its separate detachments will normally be support operations. employed as an integral unit of an ACE. The squadron may w Maintain a self-defense capability from ground-to-air deploy as a complete squadron or as one or two four-plane and air-to-air threats. detachments. w Maintain the capability to operate from amphibious shipping, other floating bases, and austere shore e. Administrative Capabilities bases. w Maintain the capability to operate at night, in adverse This squadron is capable of self-administration. weather conditions, and under instrument flight conditions at extended ranges. f. Logistic Capabilities w Augment local SAR assets and provide aeromedical evacuation of causalities from the field to suitable (1) Maintenance. This squadron is capable of organiza- medical facilities or other aeromedical aircraft. tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all assigned equipment and organizational (2d echelon) maintenance on infantry w Perform organizational maintenance on assigned weapons. It is capable of performing organizational mainte- aircraft in all environmental conditions. nance on assigned aircraft and support equipment. (2) Supply. Supply support is provided by the MALS c. Concept of Organization and the MAG headquarters. This squadron will normally function as an integral unit. It is (3) Transportation. Motor transport support is structured to operate as a subordinate unit of a MAG. Each provided by the MWSS. squadron has 12 CH-46E aircraft.

(4) Medical. This squadron is capable of providing routine Tactical HMMs will begin replacing the CH-46E helicopter and emergency medical support. with the MV-22 tilt-rotor aircraft beginning in fiscal year 2002. The MV-22 is a dual-piloted, multiengine, self- deployable, medium-lift, vertical takeoff and landing 3-30 MCRP 5-12D

(VTOL) tilt-rotor aircraft that provides combat assault b. Tasks support, CSS, and special operations support worldwide. The aircraft will operate from air-capable ships, main bases (1) Utility Helicopter Tasks ashore, and austere forward operating locations. The MV-22 is capable of in-flight refueling, has a 2,100 nautical w Provide an airborne command and control platform mile deployment range, and can carry 24 combat-equipped for CEs. troops or a 10,000-pound external load. The squadron may have a mission and tasks similar to those of the current w Provide armed escort for assault support unit operating with CH-46E aircraft. operations. w Provide combat assault transport of troops, d. Concept of Employment supplies, and equipment. This squadron will normally be employed as an integral unit w Provide airborne control and coordination for of an ACE. assault support operations. Augment local SAR assets and provide aeromedi- e. Administrative Capability w cal evacuation of casualties from the field to suitable This squadron is capable of self-administration. medical facilities or other aeromedical aircraft. w Conduct combat assault and assault support for f. Logistic Capabilities evacuation operations and other maritime special operations. (1) Maintenance. This squadron is capable of organiza- w Control, coordinate, and provide terminal guidance tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all assigned equipment for supporting arms, including CAS, artillery, and organizational (2d echelon) maintenance on infantry mortars, and naval gunfire (NGF). weapons. It is capable of performing organizational mainte- Provide fire support and security for forward and nance on assigned aircraft and support equipment. w rear area forces. (2) Supply. Supply support is provided by the MALS w Maintain a self-defense capability from surface-to- and the MAG headquarters. air and air-to-air threats. w Maintain the capability to operate from amphibious (3) Transportation. Motor transport support is shipping, other floating bases, and austere shore provided by the MWSS. bases, as required. w Maintain the capability to operate at night, in (4) Medical. The HMM is capable of providing routine adverse weather conditions, and under instrument and emergency medical support. flight conditions at extended ranges. w Perform organizational maintenance on assigned aircraft in all environmental conditions. (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the MWSS. (2) Attack Helicopter Tasks 3413. Marine Light/Attack Helicopter Squadron w Provide fire support and security for forward and rear area forces. a. Mission w Conduct point target/antiarmor operations. w Conduct antihelicopter operations. The HMLA provides combat utility helicopter support, attack helicopter fire support, and fire support coordination w Provide armed escort, control, and coordination during amphibious operations and subsequent operations for assault support operations. ashore. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-31

w Control, coordinate, and provide terminal ordnance for supporting arms, including CAS, artil- This squadron is capable of self-administration. lery, mortars, and NGF. f. Logistic Capability w Provide point and limited-area air defense from threat fixed-wing aircraft. (1) Maintenance. This squadron is capable of organiza- w Conduct armed and visual reconnaissance. tional (1st echelon) maintenance on all assigned Marine Corps equipment and organizational (2d echelon) mainte- w Augment local SAR assets. nance on infantry weapons. It is capable of performing w Maintain the capability to operate from amphibious organizational maintenance on assigned aircraft and support shipping, other floating bases, and austere shore equipment. Detachments of this squadron are not capable of self-support and will be assigned to applicable units that bases as required. possess the general organizational capability for their remain- w Maintain the capability to operate at night, in adverse ing logistic requirements. weather conditions, and under instrument flight conditions at extended ranges. (2) Supply. Supply support is provided by the MALS and the MAG headquarters. w Perform organizational maintenance on assigned aircraft in all environmental conditions. (3) Transportation. Motor transport support is provided by the MWSS. c. Concept of Organization (4) Medical. This squadron is capable of providing routine This squadron will function either as an integral unit or as a and emergency medical support. squadron (-) with separate aircraft composite detachments. This concept of organization facilitates dual-site operations, (5) Messing. Food service support is provided by the provides for the support of simultaneous contingencies, and MWSS. allows for the fulfillment of continuous unit deployment program requirements. Each squadron has 18 AH-1W and 9 UH-1N aircraft.

d. Concept of Employment

The HMLA will normally be employed as an integral unit of an ACE. The squadron may deploy as a complete unit, or in three detachments consisting of six AH-1 and three UH-1 aircraft per detachment.

e. Administrative Capability 3-32 MCRP 5-12D

Section V. Marine Wing Support Group

3501. General w Provide command, control, administrative, and ecclesiastical support for assigned units. The MWSG (figure 3-11) provides all essential ground Provide routine and emergency sick call functions. support requirements to aid designated fixed- or rotary- w wing components of a Marine FOB. The MWSG typically includes a headquarters and headquarters squadron c. Concept of Organization (H&HS), two MWSSs (fixed wing), and two MWSSs (rotary wing). The group is organized to provide motor This organization will normally function as an integral unit. It transport, engineering services, and organizational mainte- is structured to operate as the command and control nance (motor transport and engineering) for units of the element of the MWSG. MAW. The MWSG is organized and equipped for employment as an integral unit in support of the MAW. It is d. Concept of Employment structured to provide deployable elements in support of the garrison or deployed posture of the MAW. This organization functions as an integral unit of the MWSG in support of the MAW and its assigned unit(s). 3502. Headquarters and Headquarters e. Administrative Capabilities Squadron This organization is capable of self-administration. a. Mission

The H&HS provides administrative support for the group f. Logistic Capabilities and squadron headquarters. (1) Maintenance. This organization is capable of organ- b. Tasks izational (1st echelon) maintenance on all assigned

8701

MWSG

USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl 147 2,582 21 138

8702 8702 8702 MWSS MWSS H&HS (Fixed Wing) (Rotary Wing) USMC USN USMC USN USMC USN Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl Off Enl 15 41 1 2 31 666 5 34 30 586 5 34

Figure 3-11. Marine Wing Support Group. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-33

equipment and organizational (2nd echelon) maintenance on w Supplying crash/fire/rescue and structural firefighting assigned NBC defense equipment. equipment. (2) Supply. The H&HS possesses the capability to w Providing aircraft and ground refueling. perform organic supply functions. It supervises organic w Providing essential engineer services, including supply functions of subordinate MWSG units. engineer reconnaissance/survey; repair, improvement, and maintenance of existing road nets within (3) Transportation. Transportation is provided by collo- the ACE area of responsibility; construction and cated MWSG unit(s). maintenance of expedient roads; construction (4) Medical. The H&HS is capable of providing routine (except for subsurface and surface preparation) and emergency sick call. improvement and maintenance of V/STOL facilities, not to exceed 900 feet; construction and mainte- (5) Messing. Messing support is provided by collocated nance of mission-essential base camp requirements, MWSG unit(s). including tactical airfield fuel distribution systems and helicopter expeditionary refueling system installations, 3503. Marine Wing Support Squadron: temporary bunkers, temporary aircraft revetments, Fixed Wing/Rotary Wing and strongbacks; technical and equipment assistance for erection of shelters; utilities support, including a. Mission essential mobile electric power, water, and hygiene support; development, improvement, and mainte- The MWSS provides all essential aviation ground support requirements to a designated fixed-wing/ rotary-wing nance of drainage systems; supervision of camou- component of an ACE and all supporting or attached flage requirements; equipment and personnel elements of the MACG. required for rapid runway repair; materials handling equipment to support base operations; limited mine b. Tasks detection capability; and limited combat engineer services. The MWSS conducts airfield operations, except for ATC, for supported ACE unit(s). These operations include: w Providing motor transport for operations internal to the air base. w Providing internal airfield communications, including w Providing messing facilities. tactical telephone service in and about the airfield as w Providing routine and emergency sick call and well as for tenant ACE units, communications for aviation medical functions. airfield security, communications for ground transportation management, and communications w Providing individual and unit training or organic between an airfield and its adjacent facilities (i.e., personnel and selected personnel of support units. ammunition dump and petroleum, oils, and lubricants w Providing organic NBC defense. sites). w Providing security and law enforcement services, w Providing weather services. including security of flight line and critical airfield facili- w Providing expeditionary airfield services, including ties; traffic control/enforcement, convoy escort, and maintaining M-21 aircraft recovery equipment, traffic accident investigation; straggler collection and fresnel lens, communications, airfield lighting, and refugee control; and criminal investigation, physical other related equipment necessary to support air security surveys, and related activities. operations. w Providing air base commandant functions. 3-34 MCRP 5-12D c. Concept of Organization (2) Supply. This organization is capable of performing supply and fiscal functions that are required for squadron The MWSS will normally function as an integral unit. It is operations with the exception of Navy- funded equipment, structured to operate as a subordinate unit of the MWSG. which requires support from a designated aviation element. d. Concept of Employment (3) Transportation. This organization possesses sufficient motor transport equipment to accomplish assigned This organization functions as an integral unit of the ACE. missions and tasks. e. Administrative Capabilities (4) Medical. This organization is capable of providing routine and emergency medical support. This organization is capable of self-administration. (5) Messing. This organization provides food services f. Logistic Capabilities support for the air base/facility.

(1) Maintenance. This organization is capable of organ- (6) Selected Items of Equipment. For a list of izational (1st and 2nd echelon) maintenance of all assigned equipment items, see table 3-7. engineer, motor transport, communications, field food service, and NBC defense equipment, as well as weapons. It is capable of intermediate (3d and limited 4th echelon) maintenance on expeditionary airfield systems equipment and provides organizational (2d echelon) maintenance of engineer and motor transport equipment of supported unit(s), except for the elements of the MACG. Organization of Marine Corps Forces 3-35

Table 3-7. Selected Items of Equipment for the MWSS.

TAM Number Item Quantity

A0421 Communications system, crash/fire/rescue (base station mode), AN/GRC237 3 A0422 Communications system, crash/fire/rescue (vehicle mode), OG196/PRC 12 A0815 Lighting set, helicopter, portable 4 A1011 Marine CSS Command and Control System 14 A1415 Radar set (LBSR), AN/PPS15A(V)2 8 B0055 Bath shower unit, expeditionary, field 5 B0443 Crane, high speed, high mobility, with pile-driver capacity 2 B0471 Demolition equipment, engineer squad 2 B0475 Detecting set, mine, metallic, portable, AN/PSS12 2 B0590 Excavator, hydraulic, multipurpose, wheeled, MC40DR 2 fixed wing/1 rotary wing B0591 Excavator, hydraulic, medium weight, rough terrain, MC1085C 1 B0675 Fuel dispensing system, airfield, tactical (Firestone), MM1966 6 fixed wing/ 4 rotary wing B1082 Grader, road, motorized, 130G 2 B1135 Refueling system, expedient, helicopter 2 fixed wing/7 rotary wing B1226 Laundry unit, field, MTR-3510-013 4 fixed wing/3 rotary wing B1300 Platform, maintenance, crane, air mobile 3 B1775 Ripper attachment, three shank, MTG F/TRCTR, full-tracked D7G 2 B1785 Roller, compactor, vibratory, 420-C RAYGO 2 fixed wing/1 rotary wing B2460 Tractor, full tracked, with angle blade, T5 2 B2462 Tractor, full tracked, medium, D7G 4 B2464 Tractor, full tracked, with multipurpose bucket, MC1150E 2 B2482 Tractor, all wheel drive, with attachments, FLU 419 2 B2561 Truck, forklift, extendable boom, DT-970424 13 fixed wing/14 rotary wing B2566 Truck, forklift, rough terrain, 4,000 lb, 8606 6 B2567 Tractor, rough terrain, articulated steer, 644E 9 fixed wing/8 rotary wing B2604 Purification unit, water, reverse osmosis 12 fixed wing/9 rotary wing B2628 Purification unit, water, fresh, medium, 3,000-gal limit 2 fixed wing/3 rotary wing D0215 Semitrailer, refueler, 5,000 gal, four wheel, M970 10 D0235 Semitrailer, low bed, 40 ton, M870A1 4 D0876 Trailer, powered, 22 1/2 ton, container hauler, 4 x 4, make 14 model 0 1 fixed wing/2 rotary wing D0878 Trailer, powered, fifth wheel, semitrailer adapter, 4 x 4, make 16 model 0 4 D1061 Truck, cargo, 5 ton, long bed, M928 4 D1064 Truck, fire fighting, aircraft and structure, A/S32P19A 25 fixed wing/21 rotary wing D1072 Truck, dump, 5 ton, 6 x 6, M929 6 D1082 Truck, fire fighting, 1 1/4 ton, 4 x 4, M1028FF 2 D1212 Truck, wrecker, 5 ton, 6 x 6, M936 2 E0312 Dual mount, machine gun, MK93 model 0 84 E0980 Machine gun, .50 cal, Browning, heavy barrel, flexible, M2 6 E0989 Machine gun, medium, 7.62 mm, ground version, M240G 18 E0993 Machine gun, 7.62 mm, M60E3 18 E0994 Machine gun, 40 mm, MK19 model 3 6