Which of the following is a type of multifunctional brigade?

• A. Sustainment brigade
• B. Fires brigade
• C. Aviation brigade
• D. Medical brigade

Answer: (C)

A brigade that can handle a wide range of capabilities under one command is considered multifunctional. The aviation brigade fits because it brings together air mobility, aviation-enabled fires coordination, ISR, and support functions like maintenance and logistics within a single formation. This enables rapid movement, air assault and movement, reconnaissance, and integrated support to ground operations without needing many attachments.

The other brigades are more specialized: Sustainment focuses on logistics; Medical provides health support; Fires centers on planning and delivering fire effects. They don’t deliver the broad, cross-domain capabilities that define a multifunctional brigade, making the aviation brigade the best match.