The Potential for Additional Channel Airlift in a Low Cargo Demand Theater

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Abstract:

This Graduate Research Project analyzed the feasibility of additional channel airlift in low cargo demand theaters specifically AFRICOM. Current operations in CENTCOM provide Air Mobility Command ample flight hours to develop and season its mobility force. With a drawdown in operations and removal of the majority of forces in Afghanistan AMC will have to find other areas to operate to ensure the global mobility proficiency. This paper evaluated the feasibility of using locations throughout Africa to provide AMC an option to train and develop its crew force, while providing airlift for a Geographic Combatant Command. This research analyzed the historic airlift demand in Africa. Airfields meeting channel demand requirements were then assessed for the viability of routine use. Finally, survey data from AMC C-5 and C-17 squadron leadership were assessed to determine the desire for and potential training value added by operations in Africa. The results show there are additional locations in Africa that can support regular mobility lift, but AMC squadron leadership did not deem locations in Africa as optimal for future mobility development.

Author(s):
Pastuzyn, Michael
Author Organization(s):
AIR FORCE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT
Descriptive Note:
Graduate research paper May 2013-Jun 2014
Supplementary Note:
The original document contains color images. DOI: 10.21236/ADA602590
Pagination:
0084

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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):
AFIT-ENS-GRP-14-J-12
Monitor Series:
USAMC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_3.1.2_Maneuver to Insert; JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_2_Battlespace Awareness; JCA_2.1_Planning and Direction; JCA_2.1.4_Evaluation; JCA_5.4.1_Manage Risk; JCA_5.4.3_Establish Rule Sets; JCA_1.1_Force Management; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance
Modernization Areas:
Space
Communities of Interest:
Biomedical
Descriptor(s):
*AIRLIFT OPERATIONS, *AIRMOBILE OPERATIONS, *CARGO, AFRICA, CHANNELS, FEASIBILITY STUDIES, GEOGRAPHY, HISTORY, LANDING FIELDS, MOBILITY, THEATER LEVEL OPERATIONS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Logistics, Military Facilities and Supplies, Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics
Keyword(s):
C 5 AIRCRAFT, C 17 AIRCRAFT
Report Date:
2014 Jun 13
Creation Date:
2014 Jul 21