Marine Corps Warfighting Publication (MCWP) 3-27, Operational Support Airlift, provides a framework for the understanding and effective employment of operational support assets during peacetime, crisis or war. This publication covers all aspects of operational support airlift (OSA), with emphasis on support for Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF) operations. OSA doctrine is based on a common understanding of Marine Corps warfighting philosophy as defined in our doctrinal publications and concepts. This doctrine applies across the full range of military operations—from humanitarian assistance to general war. It is meant for Marines at all levels of command in the operating forces and the supporting establishment as a guide to using OSA as an enhancement to their mission.
DesignationMCWP 3-27
EditionAug 2003
StatusSuperseded
Pages58
FunctionDoctrine Philosophy
CollectionRecent Archive
Public domain (U.S. Government work)