Accession Number:

AD0769205

Title:

A Comparative Economic Analysis of a Lighter-Than-Air Logistics System.

Descriptive Note:

Master's thesis,

Corporate Author:

AIR FORCE INST OF TECH WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OHIO SCHOOL OF SYSTEMS AND LOGISTICS

Personal Author(s):

• Hammesfahr,Roy D.
• Hawk,Thomas R.

Report Date:

1973-08-01

Pagination or Media Count:

61.0

Abstract:

Lighter-Than-Air LTA vehicles have been used since the 18th century for a variety of purposes, including research, surveillance, and personnel and material transportation. Successful, safe operation of airships is thought to be within the range of modern technology. A comparative economic analysis of available surface and air transportation systems is conducted to identify the least expensive system. In addition, an LTA system is proposed with its estimated cost factors and these costs are compared with the costs of the present day systems to see if the airship could meet logistics requirements and do so at a favorably competitive cost.

Descriptors:

• *LOGISTICS PLANNING
• *AIRSHIPS
• *COST ANALYSIS
• TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT
• MILITARY TRANSPORTATION
• CARGO
• RAIL TRANSPORTATION
• SHIPPING
• CORRELATION TECHNIQUES
• THESES

Subject Categories:

• Logistics, Military Facilities and Supplies

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE