The Enlisted Pilot Program in the USAAF 1941-1942: Was It Successful?

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Abstract:

This paper review a unique program of pilot accession in WWII. The controversy between the need for pilots and the need for officers is discussed in light of Army traditions and Congressional action. The problems encountered with enlisted men as front line pilots are reviewed. Interviews with former enlisted pilots provide an additional perspective. The importance of this historical study and its future application is addressed.

Author(s):
Mamaux, Iii, Harry O.
Author Organization(s):
AIR COMMAND AND STAFF COLL MAXWELL AFB AL
Descriptive Note:
Student rept.
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA145317
Pagination:
0049

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ACSC-84-1655
Monitor Series:
ACSC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1.2.1_Training; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_1.3_Human Capital Management; JCA_5.1.3_Foster Organizational Collaboration; JCA_5.1_Organize; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_1.3.1_Personnel and Family Support; JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution
Communities of Interest:
Air Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*ENLISTED PERSONNEL, *PILOTS, ARMY PERSONNEL, SECOND WORLD WAR
Field(s)/Group(s):
Personnel Management and Labor Relations
Report Date:
1984 Apr 01