In MAG composition, which components are categorized under the Support element?

In MAG composition, which components are categorized under the Support element?

• A. VMR and VMU
• B. VMA and VMFA
• C. MALS and MWSS
• D. VMGR and VMM

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that a Marine Aircraft Group is organized into two main parts: the Air Combat Element and the Support element. The Support element includes units whose job is to keep the group running—maintenance, logistics, and the essential base and airfield services needed to sortie aircraft and sustain operations. Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) handles aviation maintenance, supply, and logistics for the group, ensuring aircraft and related systems stay mission-ready. Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) provides the field and base support, including airfield services and facilities needed to operate from forward locations. The other units listed are primarily aircraft squadrons that comprise the Air Combat Element, not the Support element.

The key idea is that a Marine Aircraft Group is organized into two main parts: the Air Combat Element and the Support element. The Support element includes units whose job is to keep the group running—maintenance, logistics, and the essential base and airfield services needed to sortie aircraft and sustain operations. Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) handles aviation maintenance, supply, and logistics for the group, ensuring aircraft and related systems stay mission-ready. Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) provides the field and base support, including airfield services and facilities needed to operate from forward locations. The other units listed are primarily aircraft squadrons that comprise the Air Combat Element, not the Support element.