scope:

This publication will:

• Supplement established doctrine and TTP.

• Provide reference material to assist ground focused expeditionary combat support in planning and coordinating tactical operations.

• Apply to all personnel planning and conducting Air Force operations including commanders, planners, ground forces, special operations forces (SOF), and aviation personnel.

• Promote an understanding of the complexities of contingency response operations emphasizing employment of personnel and capabilities.

• Incorporate TTP, lessons learned, information from ongoing combat operations and training exercises applicable to contingency response forces.