U.S.S. Saipan and King's Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist LHA Specific Tutorial - 211 Section

U.S.S. SAIPAN AND KING'S AMPHIBIOUS ASSAULT SHIP, LHA, (SPECIFIC) EAWS TUTORIAL - 211 Section

LAST UPDATED: 14 May 2004

ENLISTED AVIATION WARFARE SPECIALIST (EAWS), UNIT SPECIFIC FOR LHA, AMPHIBIOUS ASSAULT SHIP

211 AIR COMBAT ELEMENT SYSTEM

211: AIR COMBAT ELEMENT SYSTEM

211.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND COMPONENT PARTS

211.1.1 Discuss the organization and function of the Air Combat Element (ACE).

A single composite squadron composed of elements from various shore based squadrons. Normally consists of CH-46, CH-53, UH-1, AH-1, AV-8 harriers.

211.2 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION – None to be discussed.

211.3 PARAMETERS/OPERATING LIMITS – None to be discussed.

211.4 SYSTEM INTERFACE

211.4.1 How does this system interface with the following:

a. Commander Amphibious Task Force (CATF)

ARG commander, responsible for the overall success of all operations with the exception of the CLF which he shares responsibilities for all planning stages.

b. Marine Expeditionary Unit Special Operations Capable (MEUSOC)

Consists of four integrated elements and is a separate embarked operational unit. MEU is the CLF.

c. Commanding Officer

IS responsible for the overall operation of the ship, including ship, air, and combat operations.

211.5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS – None to be discussed.

For questions or comments please contact:

kimberly.a.king@navy.mil

AZC(AW/NAC) Kimberly King


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