Explanatory Factors that Contribute to MV-22 Readiness
Abstract
The MV-22 Osprey is a critical component of national defense as it provides the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) with long-range, assault support capabilities to transport combat troops and equipment from ships and land bases to the battlefield. The MV-22 fleet has yet to maintain its readiness expectations; given the number of variables that contribute to squadron readiness, it is difficult to determine what resources to reallocate to guarantee consistent performance. This study examined the multiple variables that contribute to squadron performance and determined which are accurate predictors of readiness. Descriptive statistics and linear regression were used utilizing panel data from every Marine active-duty, deploying MV-22 squadron from fiscal years 2013 to 2020 to examine the relationship between multiple maintenance and operations factors and readiness. The graphical analysis highlighted the correlation between multiple explanatory variables and squadron MC% as well as consistent timeframes where most squadrons experience a decrease in readiness with different factors affecting their recovery. The results of the multivariate regression models showed the relationship between numerous Integrated Product Support (IPS) elements and squadron MC% whereas a sensitivity analysis conducted using Monte Carlo simulation showed that significant improvements in aircraft design and manpower allocation will increase the probability of achieving the CNOs MV-22 readiness goal.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 2021
- Accession Number
- AD1150781
Entities
People
- Jeffrey C. Simonton
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School