Accession Number:
ADA263675
Title:
The Role of the F-117 Stealth Fighter in Special Operations.
Descriptive Note:
Study project,
Corporate Author:
ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA
Personal Author(s):
Report Date:
1993-02-23
Pagination or Media Count:
49.0
Abstract:
Special operations, as the name implies, are not routine or normal. Neither is the F-117 Stealth Fighter. This paper discusses special operations doctrine, Air Force special operations doctrine, and the applicability of the F-117 to special operations. The capabilities, unit training programs, combat performance, and future developments of the aircraft are used to justify increased integration of the F-117 and special operations communities. The F-117 can offer significant capabilities to the special operations arena. However, many limitations apply. This paper recommends F-117 representation on special operations staff and increased joint exercises to implement F-117 integration in limited special operations activities.
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Subject Categories:
- Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics
- Attack and Fighter Aircraft