MCRP 3-20B.1 — Multi-service Tactics, Techniques, And Procedures For Airfield Opening

MCRP 3-20B.1 governs tactics, techniques, and procedures for opening and transferring an airfield.

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  • Publication number: MCRP 3-20B.1
  • Title: MULTI-SERVICE TACTICS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCEDURES FOR AIRFIELD OPENING
  • Date: 1 Mar 2024
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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It contains information on Service capabilities, planning considerations, airfield assessment and surveys, opening the airfield, and transitioning the airfield in all operational environments. It establishes tactics, techniques, and procedures for airfield opening.

Applies to: This MTTP publication applies to all commanders, senior airfield authorities, planning staffs, airfield opening forces, air traffic controllers, and support agencies.

Topics covered

  • Airfield assessment and surveys
  • Airfield data publishing
  • Mobility aircraft suitability
  • Airfield closure planning
  • Air traffic control systems and services
  • Engineer capabilities
  • Airfield facilities planning

Questions and answers

How quickly can a Marine airfield survey team produce an assessment report?

The Marine expeditionary forces’ airfield survey team can produce an expedient pavement evaluation and a formal assessment report within 24 hours to assist in command-level go/no-go decisions. (paragraph 5)

How often must contingency airfield data be reviewed and validated?

Review, update, and validate contingency airfield data weekly. (paragraph 5)

What must the airfield assessment team transmit when mobility aircraft operations are required?

The airfield assessment team must ensure prompt transmission of airfield infrastructure information to AMC Airfield Suitability (AMC/A3AS) after arrival if mobility aircraft operations are required. (paragraph 7)

What access restrictions apply to the GDSS airfield database?

GDSS limits access to DoD (.mil) domains and requires login permissions. (paragraph 7)

What areas do airfield surveys address?

Airfield surveys will address areas such as runways, ramps, taxiways, FP, communications, and facilities. (paragraph 4)

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