The A-7E Weapon System Trainers: An Acquisition Analysis.

Abstract

To better understand the process and the conflicts inherent in the acquisition of training devices, a case history of A-7E Weapon System Trainer procurements is presented. An analysis of the role of training device procurement within the framework of the 'total ILS concept' as applied to weapon system programs is attempted. Changing managerial perspectives are viewed as a consequence to 'lessons learned' and the attendant realization of the need for practical tradeoffs in terms of trainer capability, cost and schedule. The intent is to illustrate the significant areas which warrant management's attention throughout the entire acquisition process.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA010125

Entities

People

  • Stephen Joseph Baloga

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Education
  • Lessons Learned
  • Procurement
  • System Software
  • Training
  • Training Devices
  • Weapon Systems
  • Weapons

Readers

  • Civilian Systems Systems Program Capability Development and Upgrade Support Activity Expense and Pay Management.
  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Systems Analysis and Design