VOLUME I Multinational Maritime Tactical Instructions and Procedures

MTP 1(D), Vol. I
SECTION V — LOGISTIC SUPPORT
NOTE
For the purpose of this section, the term logistic(s) includes combat service support.
11040 GENERAL
The logistic plan must provide continuing and coordinated logistic and administrative support to the
landing force during a period in which its logistic system is primarily ship based.
11041 LOGISTIC FUNCTIONS
Logistic planning for an amphibious operation must provide for the following:
a. The orderly assembly and embarkation of personnel and material in a sequence designed to meet
the requirements of the landing plan and subsequent shore operations.
b. The establishment and maintenance of a logistic support system in the AOA, which will ensure
adequate logistic and administrative support to all elements of the amphibious task force.
c. The initiation of a logistic system for later support of base development and garrison forces.
11042 LOGISTIC PLANNING FACTORS
Consideration must be given to the following factors, all of which exert a marked influence on logistic
planning for an amphibious operation:
a. The character, size, and expected duration of the contemplated operation.
b. The target date.
c. The characteristics of the AOA.
d. The enemy capabilities.
e. The strength and composition of the landing force.
f. The capabilities of the landing force to perform combat service support functions.
g. The progressive increase in the level and form of logistic support required by the build-up of
forces in the AOA.
h. Support required to provide for prisoners of war.
i. The availability of logistic means.
j. The compatibility, capability, and requirements of logistic support systems.
k. The availability of communications means.
l. Elements of the base defense and garrison plans requiring consideration.
m. Requirements for rehabilitation or construction of aviation installations within, or in supporting
distance of, the AOA.
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