MCO 3120.11A governs Marine Corps parachute operations, training, equipment, qualifications, and related incentive pay.
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The publication addresses parachutist billets, qualification and refresher training, hazardous duty incentive pay, drop zones, and operational participation. It requires controls for authorized equipment, parachute packing, paraloft facilities, medical considerations, and reporting.
Only Marine Corps units and activities with an authorized allowance of parachute equipment on their Table of Equipment (T/E) are authorized to possess and maintain parachute equipment or to conduct parachute operations. (paragraph 2)
Only equipment found in reference (y) and in appropriate Marine Corps stock lists is authorized for use by Marine Corps personnel in military parachuting. (paragraph 3)
The use of personally-owned parachutes during Marine Corps parachute operations is prohibited. (paragraph 4)
Except where directed in this Order, only qualified and current parachute riggers with the PMOS 0451 or approved Marine Corps civilian parachute riggers are authorized to pack, maintain, and store parachute equipment in accordance with technical manuals for that specific parachute equipment. (paragraph 5)
Only DoD personnel who successfully complete Marine Corps-approved parachuting courses of instruction may participate in Marine Corps parachute operations or training, and participation is limited to the duties and type of operation and equipment for which the individual is qualified. (paragraph 1-2)