MCO 3500.109A — Marine Corps Aviation Weapons And Tactics Training Program (wttp)

MCO 3500.109A governs the Marine Corps Aviation Weapons and Tactics Training Program and its execution.

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  • Publication number: MCO 3500.109A
  • Title: MARINE CORPS AVIATION WEAPONS AND TACTICS TRAINING PROGRAM (WTTP)
  • Date: 26 Dec 2019
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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It covers the WTI Course, supplementary instruction, instructor certifications, unit instructor training, safety reporting, aircraft maintenance, and logistics. It requires standardized training, certification processes, safety procedures, and support for aviation training and readiness.

Topics covered

  • Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course
  • Supplementary courses of instruction
  • Instructor certifications
  • Unit instructor training
  • Safety reporting
  • Aircraft maintenance
  • WTI course logistics

Questions and answers

How often must MAWTS-1 conduct resident WTI courses?

Conduct no less than two resident WTI courses annually. (paragraph 4)

What does MAWTS-1 provide through the Weapons and Tactics Training Program?

The mission of MAWTS-1 is to provide standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications in order to support Marine aviation training and readiness (T&R). (paragraph 3)

How long must certain Marines remain on station after graduating from the WTI course?

Upon successful graduation from the WTI course, DC M&RA shall not assign officer and enlisted Marines Permanent Change of Station/Permanent Change of Assignment (PCS/PCA) orders until they have completed the below specified time on station. (paragraph 4)

What must instructors do during unit instructor training?

Instructors are responsible for conducting standardized training and ensuring strict adherence to published safety procedures. (paragraph 3)

Who is responsible for planning and coordinating the overall aircraft maintenance process?

Planning, organization, and coordination of the overall maintenance process will be accomplished by the MAWTS-1 Aircraft Maintenance Officer.

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