The Marine Air Wing's Air Combat Element is built around what?

• A. Built around aviation organization augmented with appropriate air command and control, combat, combat support, and CSS units
• B. Built around infantry units
• C. Built around surface ship defense forces
• D. Built around logistical personnel only

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that the Air Combat Element is organized around aviation resources and the teams that enable those air operations. It isn’t just aircraft; it includes the aviation organization plus the necessary air command and control, combat units (the aircraft and mission-capable crews), combat support (maintenance, ordnance, air defense, and other back‑office functions that keep aircraft ready), and CSS logistics to sustain operations. This combination creates a self-contained air component capable of planning, directing, and executing air power for the Marine Air Wing’s MAGTF. In contrast, choices centered on infantry, surface ship defense, or logistics personnel only do not provide the integrated aviation-focused structure required for effective air power.