Marine Corps Reference Publication MCRP 3-20F.7 Marine Air Traffic Control Detachment Handbook May 2019

Marine Corps Reference Publication MCRP 3-20F.7 Marine Air Traffic Control Detachment Handbook May 2019 focuses on the details of the Marine air traffic control detachment (MATCD) and the role it plays in MAGTF, joint, and multinational operations. Intended for MAGTF, naval expeditionary force, and joint force commanders and their staffs, MCRP 3-20F.7 highlights MATCD fundamentals, systems, planning, operations, and training. By investigating these areas, MCRP 3-20F.7 provides commanders and their staffs with the information required for understanding and evaluating the operational principles and capabilities of various MATCD employment options.

The Marine air command and control system (MACCS) provides the Marine Corps aviation combat element commander with the means to exercise control of the organic and nonorganic aviation assets necessary to support Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF) operations. Marine Corps Tactical Publication (MCTP) 3-20F, Control of Aircraft and Missiles, addresses basic planning considerations for MACCS operations, employment, and interoperability among MACCS and joint service agencies.