MCRP 3-20F.5 — Direct Air Support Center Handbook

MCRP 3-20F.5 governs the organization, systems, planning, and operations of direct air support centers.

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  • Publication number: MCRP 3-20F.5
  • Title: DIRECT AIR SUPPORT CENTER HANDBOOK
  • Date: 15 Jun 2007
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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It covers DASC capabilities, communications, site selection, employment options, operational relationships, and support coordination. Change 1 requires the transmittal sheet to be filed in the front of the publication.

Applies to: Written for MAGTF, naval expeditionary force, and joint force commanders and their staffs, MCWP 3-25.5 highlights DASC organization, equipment, planning considerations, operational fundamentals, and employment options.

Topics covered

  • DASC capabilities
  • DASC organization
  • Communications systems
  • Site selection
  • Employment options
  • Operational relationships
  • Support coordination

Questions and answers

What does MCRP 3-20F.5 cover about direct air support centers?

MCWP 3-25.5, Direct Air Support Center Handbook, complements and expands on the information in the MCWP 3-25 by focusing on the details of direct air support center (DASC) operations and the role that the DASC plays in integrated MAGTF operations.

Who is MCRP 3-20F.5 written for?

Written for MAGTF, naval expeditionary force, and joint force commanders and their staffs, MCWP 3-25.5 highlights DASC organization, equipment, planning considerations, operational fundamentals, and employment options.

What does Change 1 require for the publication?

File this transmittal sheet in the front of this publication. (paragraph 2)

What distribution status does MCRP 3-20F.5 have?

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

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