Multi-Service Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for
Air Operations in Maritime Surface Warfare
March 2024
Corresponding Service Publication Numbers
USA - ATP 3-04.18
USMC - MCRP 3-20.2
USN - NTTP 3-20.8
USAF - AFTTP 3-2.74
Description: This publication consolidates the Services’ best tactics, techniques, and procedures for missions involving air assets conducting maritime surface warfare (SUW). The objective is to enable seamless integration of joint air assets conducting maritime SUW. This publication lays the foundation for integrating forces in either preplanned or dynamic scenarios and strives to simplify “plug and play” interoperability.
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