Weather Support as a Ground Combat Multiplier
Abstract
US Army ground forces are confronted by a potential adversary possessing far superior manpower and firepower. To prevail against such forces, the US Army must use every available combat multiplier. This study shows that weather support provided by Air Weather Service can be an effective combat multiplier. However, current Army weather support requirements are too general and do not facilitate support matched to real needs, many Army decision makers do not effectively use available support, and existing weather communications equipment is unreliable. If weather support is to enhance Army performance, the Army must identify specific weather support requirements, the Army must train decision makers to effectively use weather information, and the Army must obtain reliable weather communications equipment.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1980
- Accession Number
- ADA090090
Entities
People
- Charles F. Wills
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College