The Structure Of Marine Aviation Flashcards
1
Q
MAW
A
Marine Aircraft Wing
2
Q
MAG
A
Marine Aircraft Group
3
Q
MALS
A
Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron
4
Q
Purpose of the MAW
A
Provide aviation support to ground forces
5
Q
1st MAW
A
Okinawa, Japan
6
Q
2nd MAW
A
Cherry Point, North Carolina
7
Q
3rd MAW
A
Miramar, California
8
Q
4th MAW
A
New Orleans, Louisiana (reserve)
9
Q
Purpose of a MAG
A
- Administrative and tactical element
- Smallest aviation unit designed for relatively independent operation
10
Q
Three Types of MAGs
A
- Fixed Wing (F/W)
- Rotary Wing (R/W)
- Composite
11
Q
Mission of the Fixed Wing (F/W)
A
To conduct offensive air support and anti-air warfare from advance bases
12
Q
Mission of the Rotary Wing (R/W)
A
To provide assault support
13
Q
Mission of Composite
A
- Composed of both Fixed Wing and Rotary Wing Aircraft & Helicopters
- To conduct offensive air support & anti-air warfare from advance bases & to provide assault support
