support? USAF, army aviation, or marine aviation?
2007-01-27 07:28:42 · 20 answers · asked by Beaujock 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Yes.
Any or all three would be great -- that's why it's called "Joint Operations".
2007-01-27 08:08:09 · answer #1 · answered by Dave_Stark 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You forgot a few choices there bub... You forgot Naval Aviation and the Army does have superb Attack Helos in the AH-64D Apache Longbow. Since you mentioned Army Infantry I am assuming some Army Air Squadrons would be available. But lets rule out Army for a sec as this is a Beach Assault you are talking about even if some Army units are involved. I would rule out USAF not because they are crap (They are not) but because the other two choices (Marine and Naval) have a better understanding and better training when it comes to specifically a CAS role on a beach-head. and though I am a Navy guy myself I would have to say I would go with Marine Aviation because the Marines historically have a better understanding and communication with the guys on the ground. However in certain situations the Navy would still be the better choice only because they have a wider selection of HURT they can put on a target. The Marines have a few F/A-18's and a lot of Harriers (Harriers can't carry much in Air-to-Mud Ordinance) The Navy has a LOT of F/A-18's including the new F/A-18E Super-hornet. and while not as close as the Marines. the Navy still has close ties with the men on the ground. USAF would be better utilized supporting inland Army and Marine Units.
2016-05-24 06:02:52 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Marine Corps
2007-01-27 07:51:22 · answer #3 · answered by Payazo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Army, as we all should know, the Air Force is all about guided bombs, and guided missiles from high altitude. The Marines might have been the best choice, but I was stationed at a MCAS base where harrier's were stationed.... no thanks. The Army only does ground support, that is what their combat aircraft are designed and used for. Not knocking the Air Force, I love the A-10.
2007-01-27 07:41:05 · answer #4 · answered by John B 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends upon the enemy force that you're up against and the type of capability you want to employ against that force. Are we talking about taking out infantry or tanks?
Generally speaking though, Navy or Marine aviation are best trained for coastal operations, so that would be my pick (and I'm active duty USAF aircrew).
2007-01-27 11:11:50 · answer #5 · answered by Gonzo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hmm i would say marine aviation
i ruled out usaf because their training probably concentrates more on controlling airspace and not as much on close ground support
the i would pick army aviatin but its on a beach so i figured they should hav SOME naval/amphibious support training
so i pick the marine aviation (for that situation)
2007-01-27 10:07:31 · answer #6 · answered by bobji738 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oorah Devil Dogs. United States Marine Corps. Ch53 Super Stallion HMH 469.
2007-01-27 07:59:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Air Force
2007-01-27 07:32:02 · answer #8 · answered by Backtrace 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the army HOOAH ,marines are good in close battles but pinned down under presure? well thats the army's job alongside of setting up camp and holding down the fort but honestly if your pinned down your phucked so tell ya battle buddy to take care and kiss your azz goodbye lol
2007-01-27 15:24:47 · answer #9 · answered by dmac 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As somebody who has worked in a TOC in Iraq - I would say that there is very little practical difference between them.
Besides, if the mission is 'Immediate Suppression' (what your scenario describes) artillery and mortars will respond faster than close air.
2007-01-27 08:44:56 · answer #10 · answered by MikeGolf 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I controlled them all as an E-Tac in Vietnam. Hate to say it (being as I was Air Force), but carrier based Navy pilots are absolutlly the best in the world, and there isn't anyone that I would rather have cover my @$$.
2007-01-27 08:11:43 · answer #11 · answered by tom l 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋