Ground Control of Army Air Corps Interceptors in the 1930's.

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Abstract:

This paper focuses on the evolution of the system for ground detection and control of the United States Army AIr Corps interceptorpursuit aircraft during the 1930s. It is divided into four chapters. Chapter One includes a background perspective of the status of pursuit aviation tactics and the influence of key individuals throughout the period. Chapter Two provides a detailed look at methods, techniques, capabilities, and limitations of the ground control technology of the 1930s. Chapter Three analyzes ground control systems performance during several exercises and maneuvers throughout the period. The Conclusion summarizes the research findings concerning the evolution of pursuit ground control.

Author(s):
Groves, W. L.
Author Organization(s):
AIR COMMAND AND STAFF COLL MAXWELL AFB AL
Descriptive Note:
Student rept.,
Pagination:
0055

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ACSC-85-0990
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_3.1.2_Maneuver to Insert; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_1.2.2_Exercising; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_5.2.3_Share Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_5.3.1_Analyze Problem; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_1.2.4_Doctrine
Modernization Areas:
Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
Air Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*GROUND CONTROLLED INTERCEPTION, *ARMY AVIATION, GROUND LEVEL, CONTROL SYSTEMS, DETECTION, PERFORMANCE(ENGINEERING), AIRCRAFT DETECTION, AERONAUTICS, HISTORY, EVOLUTION(GENERAL), BACKGROUND, MILITARY EXERCISES, INTERCEPTORS, PURSUIT COURSES, MILITARY TACTICS, CORPS LEVEL ORGANIZATIONS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics
Keyword(s):
Army Air Corps
Report Date:
1985 Apr 01