Improving the Effectiveness of Air Force Squadron Commanders: Assessing Squadron Commander Responsibilities, Preparation, and Resources

Abstract

A top priority for Gen David Goldfein, chief of staff of the Air Force, is to revitalize the squadron as the warfighting core of the Air Force. Concerns associated with revitalizing the squadron include understanding the major responsibilities and tasks of the squadron commander and how they vary by squadron; whether squadron commanders have adequate preparation, resources, and accountability mechanisms to fulfill their responsibilities; what gaps exist; what improvements can be made; and how the impact of these improvements can be measured. The present study used a variety of data sources and interviews with 75 squadron, group, and wing commanders to develop recommendations for how the Air Force can address squadron commander responsibilities, improve commander preparation, and monitor resources better.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 2018
Accession Number
AD1086141

Entities

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  • John A. Ausink
  • Miriam Matthews
  • Nelson Lim
  • Raymond E. Conley

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  • RAND Corporation

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  • Biomedical
  • Cyber
  • Engineered Resilient Systems
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Air Force
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  • Business Administration
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  • Military Education
  • Military Science
  • Organizational Structure
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