- afloat support
- A form of logistic support outside the confines of a harbor in which fuel, ammunition, and supplies are provided for operating forces either underway or at anchor. See also floating base support.
Military dictionary. 2000.
afloat support
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afloat support — parama jūroje statusas T sritis Gynyba apibrėžtis Logistinės paramos už uosto ribų forma – kuro, šaudmenų ir atsargų tiekimas plaukiantiems ar nuleidusiems inkarus operaciją vykdančių pajėgų laivams. atitikmenys: angl. afloat support pranc.… … NATO terminų aiškinamasis žodynas
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afloat pre-positioning force — Shipping maintained in full operational status to afloat preposition military equipment and supplies in support of combatant commanders … Military dictionary
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mobile support group (naval) — Provides logistic support to ships at an anchorage; in effect a naval base afloat, although certain of its supporting elements may be located ashore … Military dictionary
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