MCTP 13-10C — Unit Embarkation Handbook

MCTP 13-10C governs unit embarkation programs and mobility and embarkation operations for Marine Corps deployments.

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  • Publication number: MCTP 13-10C
  • Title: UNIT EMBARKATION HANDBOOK
  • Date: 27 Jun 2016
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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It covers embarkation readiness, planning and execution for movement by land, sea, or air, with amphibious embarkation operations illustrated through a Marine expeditionary unit. It requires commanders to ensure units maintain the highest degree of embarkation readiness and provides guidance for integrating the material into standing operating procedures.

Applies to: The target audience for MCRP 4-11.3G is the noncommissioned officer (NCO) through captain in the mobility/embarkation military occupational specialty and other NCOs/officers assigned unit embarkation responsibilities.

Topics covered

  • Unit embarkation programs
  • Mobility and embarkation operations
  • Amphibious embarkation operations
  • Embarkation readiness
  • Deployment planning
  • Unit embarkation sections
  • Standing operating procedures

Questions and answers

What does MCTP 13-10C say about mobility and embarkation planning?

The success of any operation depends on proper mobility and embarkation planning and execution, whether movement is by land, sea, or air. (paragraph 3)

What readiness standard does MCTP 13-10C establish for rapidly deploying units?

For units to rapidly deploy, commanders must ensure their units maintain the highest degree of embarkation readiness. (paragraph 3)

What does MCTP 13-10C address about unit embarkation programs?

Marine Corps Reference Publication (MCRP) 4-11.3G, Unit Embarkation Handbook, addresses the doctrine, techniques, and procedures for effectively managing a unit embarkation program and planning and executing mobility and embarkation operations. (paragraph 3)

What example does MCTP 13-10C use for amphibious embarkation operations?

In the case of amphibious embarkation operations, a Marine expeditionary unit is used as an example throughout. (paragraph 3)

What does MCTP 13-10C provide commanders and their staffs?

The guidance and relevant information herein provides commanders and their staffs an appreciation of the internal workings of a unit embarkation section and the critical role it plays in a successful unit deployment. (paragraph 3)

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