FM 3-08: Casualty Evacuation Support to Operations

FM 3-08 Casualty Evacuation Support to Operations

FM 3-08

Casualty Evacuation Support to Operations

Army · FM · May 2026 · 158 pages

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FM 3-08 focuses on the essential aspects of CASEVAC within the military framework, aligning its content with the principles and strategies outlined in FM 3-0 and FM 4-02. Beyond its role in medical care, CASEVAC is a critical enabler of operational success, facilitating the rearward movement of casualties to clear the battlefield and maintain the commander's freedom of maneuver. This function is vital in preventing unit culmination by ensuring the rapid evacuation and treatment of wounded, ill and injured (WII) Soldiers, maximizing return to duty (RTD) rates, and conserving combat power. Just as sustainment efforts recover and repair damaged equipment to sustain operations, CASEVAC preserves the fighting strength of the force by minimizing preventable fatalities and medical complications.

DesignationFM 3-08

EditionMay 2026

StatusActive

ProponentTRADOC

Pages158

FunctionSmall Unit Tactics

CollectionCurrent Doctrine

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