AFTTP3-42.77 — Ground Surgical Team (gst)

AFTTP3-42.77 governs tactics, techniques, and procedures for Ground Surgical Teams operating independently of EMEDS.

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  • Publication number: AFTTP3-42.77
  • Title: GROUND SURGICAL TEAM (GST)
  • Date: 2026-02-04

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Its chapters address stand-alone capabilities, operations, communications, security, training, and integration with other systems. It requires records generated from prescribed processes to follow Air Force records management and disposition requirements.

Applies to: This publication applies to the Regular Air Force, the Air Force Reserve, and the Air National Guard.

Topics covered

  • Ground Surgical Team stand-alone capabilities
  • Scope of care
  • Personnel and equipment deployment
  • Patient care documentation
  • CASEVAC
  • Communications and information systems
  • Security of weapons and ammunition
  • Medical readiness training

Questions and answers

What does AFTTP3-42.77 provide for Ground Surgical Teams?

AFTTP 3-42.77 provides the tactics, techniques, and procedures for Ground Surgical Teams (GSTs) tasked to operate independently of the Expeditionary Medical Support (EMEDS) construct.

How must records generated from processes in AFTTP3-42.77 be handled?

Ensure all records generated as a result of processes prescribed in this publication adhere to Air Force Instruction (AFI) 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program, and are disposed in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule, which is located in the Air Force Records Information Management System.

What does the revision clarify about Ground Surgical Team personnel?

Key changes include refinement of the GST’s scope of care and clarification of each team member’s primary role and recommended cross-functional support functions.

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