Air Support Control Section
Air Support Control Section (ASCS) exercises operational control and coordination of all
rotary and fixed-wing aircraft assigned to ground support missions.
Plans Support Section
Plans and Support Section (PSS) provides all communications support, conducts
current and future planning, and assembles and distributes current air operations data
and reports.
Helicopter Coordination Section
Helicopter Coordination Section (HCS) coordinates all helicopter operations conducted
by subordinate air traffic control agencies in support of amphibious operations. HCS
monitors helicopter operations and maintains readiness data on helicopter movements
and helicopter capable ships. HCS shall coordinate helicopter movements with the
Supporting Arms Coordination Center (SACC) and assign sectors, routes and control
points to the Assault Controller when not covered in the operations order, or when
changes occur.
TACC Operating Positions
TACRON ACs performs a variety of duties when assigned to a TACC. Some of these
duties are clearly established and broken down into operating positions.
TACC Supervisor
The TACC Supervisor (TACC SUP) is responsible to the TACC Watch Officer for the
overall operation of TACC. Duties and responsibilities include:
Assisting the TWO in the performance of duties and responsibilities
Ensuring the TACC is properly manned, and assigning TACC personnel to
operating positions according to individual qualifications and training
requirements
Ensuring that systems and equipment are evaluated, casualties and malfunctions
are reported, and coordinating as necessary with maintenance personnel for
appropriate action
Identifying all airspace constraints that may/will affect air operations for the
amphibious force. Coordinating with AATCC during CASE II and III
recovery/departure operations
Coordinating with ADCS concerning FADIZ and other air defense matters.
Ensure compliance with EMCON/HERO conditions
Ensuring TACC status boards are accurate and complete
Monitoring all aircraft fuel states
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